The ultimate 2023 Exhibition Guide

A New Year is here. Where should you start promoting your business in 2023? Trade shows and Exhibitions provide dedicated spaces where specific, incentivised audiences can get to know your brand.

This definitive 2023 exhibition guide is a great place to discover the shows that present the best opportunities for you to exhibit at or attend. To find your sector, click on the highlighted categories and you’ll see plenty of exciting events where you can broadcast your business.

If you need any printed items or promotional products to take along, we’ll be waiting in the wings to help you every step of the way.

Exhibition Show Categories

 

Automotive

Autosport International Show

Date: January 12-15
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.autosportinternational.com/
Description: Europe’s largest motorsport event is the perfect place to kick off the motorsport season and calendar year.

 

Camper Mart 2023

Date: February 5
Venue: Telford International
Website: https://www.campermart.co.uk/
Description: The place to come for all things VW Camper related. Pick up accessories and find services for your pride and joy, or essentials for that long-awaited project in the garage! Seek advice and help from people in the know and meet up with friends to discuss in person, your bus and your future plans.

 

The International MG & Triumph Spares Day

Date: February 16-19
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: http://www.mgandtriumphsparesday.co.uk/
Description: Classic car enthusiasts can explore a wealth of traders, jumblers and service providers showcasing their wares. It’s the perfect place to meet like-minded hobbyists and pick up advice, hints, and tips from the people who know the ins and outs of these stunning marques.

 

The London Classic Car Show

Date: February 24-26
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.theclassiccarshowuk.com/
Description: Now in its ninth year, The London Classic Car Show is the must-attend event for all discerning classic car buyers, collectors and enthusiasts. After the success of our show at Syon Park, we are delighted to announce that we will be returning to Olympia London, the historic home of motor cars.

 

Race Retro 2023

Date: February 24-26
Venue: NAEC Stoneleigh Park
Website: https://www.raceretro.com/
Description: Europe’s number one historic motorsport show. Race Retro brings together over 24,000 fans, drivers, preparers, traders and enthusiasts to enjoy a weekend of everything you need to prepare for the motorsport season ahead.

Covering every discipline including formula and circuit racing, rallying, hill climbs, touring cars, single marque series, GT cars and more, the event features a fantastic showcase of iconic cars across the halls, alongside traders who can supply all your motorsport needs from clothes, to parts, art and medicals, and a stage hosting legends of the track.

 

Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show

Date: March 24-26
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.necrestorationshow.com/
Description: This is the show to attend whether you are looking to reignite your passion for cars, finish a restoration project or simply want to reminisce with family and friends over the beautiful completed classic cars on display.

 

Commercial Vehicle Show

Date: April 18-20
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://cvshow.com/
Description: 232 companies and organisations exhibited at the 2022 Show bringing the latest products, services, and technology solutions to help commercial vehicle operators thrive in a competitive industry.

 

Automechanika Birmingham

Date: June 6-8
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.automechanika-birmingham.com/
Description: Automechanika Birmingham is the leading trade exhibition for the aftermarket and supply chain targeting visitors from the UK, the 2023 event will be the first UK-based event since 2019 and is already set to be a sell-out show packed with new brands, features and training hubs for collision repair, EV, ADAS and more.

 

The Ultimate Show

Date: August 13
Venue: Exhibition Centre Liverpool
Website: https://www.ultimate-show.co.uk/
Description: The Ultimate Show is one of the UKs largest indoor automotive shows! Showcasing a range of the best Modified, Performance, Retro and Supercars from across Europe.

 

Business & Retail

Birmingham Spring Trade Fair

Date: February 5-8
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.springfair.com/
Description: Spring Fair is the UK’s ultimate shop for shops, bringing you thousands of high-quality products, new trends and exclusive new brands from across home, gift and fashion.

 

Workspace Design Show

Date: February 27-28
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://workspaceshow.co.uk/
Description: The Workspace Design Show brings together the UK’s workplace interiors community to explore the experience of tomorrow’s workspaces. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the UK’s biggest workspace event, bringing you networking, thought leadership and the latest products to transform our country’s offices.

 

Retail Without Borders

Date: March 7-8
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://rwb.global/
Description: With a dedicated 2 day Conference featuring 30+ sessions and 60+ speakers addressing the hot topics in the Online Marketplace industry, there will be invaluable and thought-leading discussions on how to accelerate your Marketplace sales to a truly global scale.

 

Master Investor Show

Date: March 18
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://events.masterinvestor.co.uk/master-investor-show/about-the-show/
Description: Master Investor Show is the UK’s leading, must-attend event for private investors.

  • Learn from expert speakers how to make the most of your savings.
  • Talk directly to CEOs of companies you can invest in.
  • Hear the UK’s leading entrepreneurs, investors and fund managers speak about future trends.
  • Network with other investors.

 

VM and Display Show

Date: April 18-19
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.vmanddisplayshow.com/
Description: The VM and Display Show is the longest-running exhibition in the industry. The Show covers everything within visual merchandising and displays from Mannequins, Print, Christmas Decorations, Display Services, Props, Design, Graphics, Bust Forms, TurnKey Services, POP, Lighting, Fabrics and everything in between.

 

The Workplace Event

Date: April 25-27
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.theworkplaceevent.com/
Description: The Workplace Event, a first of its kind, brings a wider scope and sharper focus on employee experience and workplace performance.

 

Internet Retailing EXPO & eDelivery EXPO

Date: May 24-25
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://internetretailingexpo.com/
Description: Whether you’re looking for new suppliers, new technology or just needing inspiration from retailers and brands, a day at IRX will provide you with everything you need – and more.

 

Careers & Recruitment

Step Up Expo

Date: February 3-4
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://stepupexpo.co.uk/
Description: Step Up Expo brings together a unique mix of schools, colleges, universities and employers, giving London teenagers access to a whole spectrum of education, training and career choices.

 

The RTS Futures Careers Fair 2023

Date: February 7
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://rts.org.uk/event/rts-futures-careers-fair-2023
Description: Get all the latest tips, tricks and practical advice to help you land that all-important first job in TV, learn about the different jobs and schemes out there and network with the most influential creatives in the business!

 

London Career Forum

Date: April 8-9
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://careerforum.net/en/event/ldn/
Description: Europe’s largest job fair for Japanese-English bilinguals offers you the chance to meet hiring companies face-to-face! The event will offer both full-time positions as well as internship opportunities, and can also be used to research companies and prepare for your future job hunt.

 

What University? & What Career? Live

Date: March 3-4
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.whatcareerlive.co.uk/what-university-what-career-live
Description: Join us to learn more about your options once you leave school or college.

 

Computing & Technology

Channel Live

Date: March 29-30
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.channel-live.co.uk/
Description: Channel Live connects IT resellers, MSPs and Channel partners face-to-face with vendors, distributors and expert speakers from across the sector. Whether you’re looking to expand your portfolio and integrate new technologies or seeking new partners and business opportunities, Channel Live is the destination for you.

 

UK Cyber Week

Date: April 4-5
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.ukcyberweek.co.uk/
Description: We bring cyber and business communities together to learn from world-class experts and leave with the knowledge, tools and skills to protect teams, companies, supply chains and infrastructure from future attacks. With 95% of cybersecurity issues down to human error, are your policies, procedures, and defences up to date?

 

National Cyber Security Show

Date: April 25-27
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.nationalcybersecurityshow.com/
Description: There has never been a more important time to put cyber security high on every UK business’s agenda. Our show helps UK companies gain a better understanding of how to mitigate current threats, increase cyber security resilience, educate their workforce and showcase the products that will better protect your supply chain.

 

The Developer Community Conference

Date: May 10-12
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.devoxx.co.uk/
Description: Devoxx UK is a space for developers to learn, sharpen their skills and get hands-on experience with the latest tech. At this 3-day conference, we bring together a diverse group of inspiring speakers from around the world to cover the most vital developer-focused topics, the latest technology advances and delve into some fascinating ideas.

 

Cromwell Live

Date: June 14-15
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.cromwell.co.uk/info/cromwell-live-23
Description: Cromwell Live will showcase the latest products, technology, and innovation from both Cromwell and our suppliers. Together we strive to support established and potential new customers in your drive for savings and productivity gains.

 

Education

Nursery World Show 2023

Date: February 3-4
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.nurseryworldshow.com/
Description: Discover the magic of the early years. An amazing 28 CPD-certified seminar over 2 days catering to the needs of the early year’s sector, delivered by some of the very best early years practitioners and leaders.

 

Music & Drama Education Expo

Date: February 23-24
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://musicanddramaeducationexpo.co.uk/
Description: Europe’s largest conference and exhibition for anyone involved in music & drama education.

 

The Baby Show

Date: March 3-5/April 14-16/May 12-14/October 20-22
Venue: Excel London/Manchester Central/NEC Birmingham/Olympia London
Website: https://www.thebabyshow.co.uk/
Description: UK’s largest and best-loved pregnancy, baby, and parenting events. We are the one-stop-shop for parent and baby products, services and advice, the UK’s largest shopping destination for all things baby and have been helping expectant and new parents to find everything they could need for their families under one roof since 2002.

 

Dyslexia Show 2023

Date: March 24-25
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://dyslexiashow.co.uk/
Description: The UK’s national exhibition is dedicated to dyslexia and neurodiversity. Supporting education, parents, the workplace and individuals.

 

Tes SEND Show

Date: October 13-14
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.tessendshow.co.uk/
Description: Visit the UK’s only dedicated event for the whole special needs and disabilities (SEND) community! The show provides the ideal environment for SEND professionals at all levels of education to benefit from direct access to professional development opportunities and the latest products, resources and services available to the sector.

 

Entertainment

The Toy Fair

Date: January 24-26
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.toyfair.co.uk/
Description: The Toy Fair is the UK’s largest dedicated toy, game and hobby trade show taking place annually at the end of January at Olympia London. The toy industry’s showcase welcomes more than 260 companies exhibiting thousands of products to visitors including retailers, buyers, media and the wider industry.

 

Model Rail Scotland

Date: February 24-26
Venue: SEC
Website: https://modelrail-scotland.co.uk/
Description: Model Rail Scotland will return to Hall 3 at the Scottish Event Campus, Exhibition Way, Glasgow G3 8YW on Friday 24th, Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th February 2023.

 

The Guitar Show

Date: February 25-26
Venue: Cranmore Park
Website: https://www.theguitarshow.co.uk/ 

 

North East Guitar Show

Date: March 12
Venue: Rainton Arena
Website: http://www.guitarshows.co.uk/ARPages/NorthEast.html
Description: The North East Guitar Show is first and foremost a retail event. New, vintage and pre-owned guitars, amps and pedals will be available to buy, trade and sell from a host of retailers, distributors, manufacturers, luthiers, boutique makers and private collectors – not to mention a full range of strings and accessories.

 

Comic Con Liverpool 2023

Date: April 1-2
Venue: Exhibition Centre Liverpool
Website: https://www.comicconventionliverpool.co.uk/
Description: Comic Con Liverpool, like many other comic cons, is a place where fans of pop culture, films, tv, comic books, and more, can meet and greet their favourite actors and actresses, have photographs with them, and get autographs. Our special guests always attend question and answer panels as well so fans can interact with them on a less crowded level and without the hustle and bustle of the main convention behind them.

 

North West Guitar Show

Date: May 21
Venue: Haydock Park Racecourse
Website: http://www.guitarshows.co.uk/ARPages/NorthWest.html
Description: The UK’s longest-established guitar show. The event brings together major retailers, distributors, manufacturers, luthiers, boutique specialists and even private collectors all with bargains in everything guitar related.

 

The Podcast Show 2023

Date: May 24-25
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.thepodcastshowlondon.com/
Description: Join us again in 2023 at London Islington’s Business Design Centre, for Europe’s breakthrough event for the podcasting community: 350+ world-class speakers, 150+ panels and sessions, global industry brands, networking, mentoring and a whole host more across 2 days.

 

UK Games Expo

Date: June 2-4
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.ukgamesexpo.co.uk/
Description: UK Games Expo (UKGE) is the largest Hobby Games Convention in the UK. Now in its 16th year, 2023 sees the event return to 3 halls of the NEC and the Hilton Hotel.

 

AnimeCon

Date: June 17-18
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://animeconuk.com/
Description: AnimeCon UK is an enormous international Anime, Manga, and K-pop Festival! A showcase of the best of Asian pop culture in the UK’s largest exhibition venue, for three days of unique exhibits, amazing shopping, parties, exclusive screenings, extensive panels, and appearances by some of the world’s biggest creators.

 

PLASA Show

Date: September 3-5
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.plasashow.com/
Description: The flagship event for entertainment technology showcases technological advancements from the worlds of audio, AV, lighting, rigging and staging.

 

The UK Drum Show

Date: September 30-October 1
Venue: Exhibition Centre Liverpool
Website: https://theukdrumshow.com/
Description: This two-day event is a dedicated show to champion, promote and support the fantastic community that is drummers! All abilities are welcome at this family and community-orientated event. There is nothing like it!

 

Leeds Bradford Guitar Show

Date: October 1
Venue: Pudsey Civic Hall
Website: http://www.guitarshows.co.uk/ARPages/LeedsBradford.html
Description: Now in its 14th year, the show is the only large-scale guitar show to take place in West Yorkshire and is highly anticipated and regarded by visitors and exhibitors alike.

 

London International Guitar Show

Date: October 29
Venue: Kempton Park Racecourse
Website: http://www.guitarshows.co.uk/ARPages/London.html
Description: Now in its fifth year, The London International Guitar Show, is first and foremost a retail event. New, vintage and pre-owned guitars, amps and pedals will be available to buy, trade and sell from a host of retailers, distributors, manufacturers, luthiers, boutique makers and private collectors – not to mention a whole gamut of strings and accessories.

 

Merseyside Guitar Show

Date: November 26
Venue: Aintree Racecourse
Website: http://www.guitarshows.co.uk/ARPages/Merseyside.html
Description: This long-established Liverpool guitar show is this year celebrating 20 years at the same spacious and prestigious venue and this will be the 90th guitar show that Northern Guitar Shows has organised since we began 24 years ago in Manchester.

 

Farming & Agriculture

LAMMA

Date: January 10-11
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.lammashow.com/
Description: The UK’s premier farm machinery show, LAMMA connects farmers from all sectors with companies who provide cutting-edge machinery, technology and equipment for the farming industry.

 

Dairy-Tech 2023

Date: February 1
Venue: NAEC Stoneleigh Park
Website: https://dairy-tech.uk/
Description: The event will continue to be aimed at progressive dairy professionals regardless of their herd size or system type, reflecting the transformation of the sector over recent years, where it has been recognised that farmers must be competitive and able to match both their size and system to their available resources and milk contract.

 

The British Beekeeping Show 2023 (formerly BeeTradex)

Date: February 4
Venue: NAEC Stoneleigh Park
Website: https://www.britishbeekeepingshow.com/
Description: As always, Beekeeping is at the heart of what we do and we are determined to make this show a huge success for both commercial and hobbyist beekeepers and also encourage those that are thinking about starting beekeeping to come along and learn about this fascinating world.

 

Low Carbon Agriculture 2023

Date: February 7-8
Venue: NAEC Stoneleigh Park
Website: https://lowcarbonagricultureshow.co.uk/
Description: Welcome to Low Carbon Agriculture Show, which welcomes thousands of farmers and landowners through its doors looking for low-emission, sustainable and renewable diversification projects to future-proof their business.

 

The World Biogas Expo

Date: March 29-30
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.biogastradeshow.com/
Description: The World Biogas Expo, 29-30 March 2023, hosted by ADBA and WBA, is the largest trade show solely dedicated to anaerobic digestion and biogas.

 

The Flood & Water Management Expo

Date: September 13-14
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.thefloodexpo.co.uk/
Description: Be part of the hundreds of conversations, meetings and inspirational talks that happen over the course of the two days. Meet new customers, suppliers and partners that will transform your outlook and deliver new opportunities.

 

Fashion, Clothing & Textiles

The London Textile Fair

Date: January 10-11
Venue: Business Design Centre
Websitehttps://www.thelondontextilefair.co.uk/
Description: With 500 exhibitors, TLTF is the UK’s premier platform for fashion fabrics, apparel accessories, print studios and vintage garments. Held at the Business Design Centre twice a year, it’s an unmissable event for all industry professionals.

 

MODA – National Fashion Tradeshow

Date: February 5-8
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.moda-uk.co.uk/
Description: Located at T Spring Fair and Autumn Fair, Moda is the place to discover the latest trends, newest designers and must-have looks that will adorn the season.

 

Pue London

Date: February 12-14
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.purelondon.com/
Description: From bright blazers to staple gold earrings, there’s no end to the creativity you’ll see on the show floor. Join us in 2023 to discover the latest looks and coveted designs all in one place.

 

Source Fashion

Date: February 12-14
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.source-fashion.com/
Description: We connect global manufacturers and suppliers to buyers who want the security in knowing every conversation is one that could lead to a new range creation. Source Fashion is the gateway to retail for manufacturers and suppliers from across the world.

 

The Stitch Festival 2023

Date: March 23-26
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.thestitchfestival.co.uk/
Description: The Stitch Festival is the best event in London for contemporary dressmaking, sewing and stitching. Bringing your Instagram feed to life, this show offers access to some of your favourite independent brands and small businesses, a series of inspiring displays from leading designers, plus catwalk shows, demos and Q&As from your favourite sewing celebs AND hundreds of workshops!

 

Interplas

Date: September 26-28
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://interplasuk.com/
Description: Interplas, the UK’s leading plastics exhibition and conference celebrating 75 years of innovation on 26-28 September 2023!

 

Food, Drink & Hospitality

BeerX UK 2023

Date: March 15-16
Venue: Exhibition Centre Liverpool
Website: https://www.beerx.org/
Description: BeerX UK is the UK’s biggest beer and brewing trade event and 2023 is set to be our best ever, with a huge industry trade show, regional beer bars and trade-only beer festival, the SIBA AGM and Members’ Conference, the independent beer and business awards presentations, plus a packed schedule of seminars, talks and panel debates from the beer industry’s leading voices.

 

The Pub Show

Date: March 20-22
Venue: Excel London
Website: https://thepubshow.co.uk/
Description: Learn from insightful talks and panel discussions. Connect with thousands of visitors from the pub and hospitality industry.

 

Hotel, Restaurant & Catering

Date: March 20-22
Venue: Excel London
Website: https://www.hrc.co.uk/
Description: For more than 87 years Hotel, Restaurant & Catering (HRC) has stood at the forefront of hospitality innovation, welcoming thousands of visitors every year to test, taste and discover the latest products from the finest suppliers in the market.

 

International Food & Drink Event

Date: March 20-22
Venue: Excel London
Websitehttps://www.ife.co.uk/
Description: The International Food and Drink Event, will welcome 25,000 food and drink professionals to come together face-to-face to sample new products, make lasting business connections, and find suppliers who’ll give your business a competitive edge.

 

Farm Shop & Deli Show

Date: April 24-26
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.farmshopanddelishow.co.uk/
Description: Experience the best quality local and regional produce, plus the latest in equipment, labelling and packaging solutions from many outstanding suppliers. Over 3 days, the Farm Shop & Deli Show will be packed with new launches, exciting live events and sessions, and trend-setting food and drink to give you an insight into the industry and the people driving the market forward in 2023.

 

Food & Drink Expo

Date: April 24-26
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.foodanddrinkexpo.co.uk/
Description: Food & Drink Expo provides the number one route to the UK food and drink market and helps hundreds of companies showcase their exceptional products. Buyers and decision-makers across the whole industry, from grocery, wholesale and speciality retail to food service and manufacturing, are invited to uncover the hottest trends, the latest product launches, and the industry’s vision for the future.

 

National Convenience Show

Date: April 24-26
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.nationalconvenienceshow.co.uk/
Description: The National Convenience Show is the biggest event for the convenience-retailing sector, providing a single platform for the whole market to come together – suppliers, wholesalers and retailers.

 

Foodex Manufacturing Solutions

Date: April 24-26
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.foodex.co.uk/contact-us
Description: Foodex Manufacturing Solutions will form part of The UK Food & Drink Shows uniting food development, grocery, manufacturing, specialist retail, wholesale and food service.

 

The Ingredients Show

Date: April 24-26
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.theingredientsshow.co.uk/
Description: The Ingredients Show will form part of The UK Food & Drink Shows uniting food development, grocery, manufacturing, specialist retail, wholesale and food service.

 

Laithwaites Wine Festival

Date: May 11-12
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.laithwaites.co.uk/jsp/offer/cm/common/offer.jsp?name=winefestival23-tickets&_requestid=379765
Description:

  • Meet your host, bestselling author and TV’s Mr Wine – Oz Clarke
  • Taste over 350 wines – all included in the ticket price
  • Chat to more than 100 producers from 17 countries
  • Explore artisan food stands, English fizz, luxury spirits and more
  • Join expert-led tastings and take part in unique sensory experiences
  • Make the most of your day with FREE tasting guide and complimentary tasting glass

 

The Restaurant Show

Date: October 2-4
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.therestaurantshow.co.uk/
Description:

  • Save time by connecting with 100’s of suppliers and industry leaders in just one day
  • Gain valuable insights and feel inspired with our series of live events
  • Discover new products from a host of suppliers
  • Meet with colleagues, clients and friends, new and old

 

Health, Medical & Care

Festival of Genomics 2023

Date: January 25-26
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.genomicseducation.hee.nhs.uk/events/festival-of-genomics-2021-2-3/
Description: The 8th annual Festival of Genomics will be the largest genomics event in the UK and in Europe. This year will cover the entire genomics workflow end-to-end, as well as how genomics data is integrated with forms of biodata to help you make meaningful research and clinical decisions.

 

Foot and Ankle Show 2023

Date: February 2-3
Venue: Exhibition Centre Liverpool
Website: https://fashow.co.uk/tickets-2023/
Description: Guarantee your place now at the most important event in the calendar that will lead to real changes in your future practice.

 

Nursing Careers Jobs Fair

Date: February 8/ February 21/ March 8/ April 27/ June 13/ September 8/ October 4
Venue: Manchester/Glasgow/NEC Birmingham/London West/Bristol/London North/Leeds
Website: https://www.careersandjobsfair.com/
Description: The UK’s largest nursing careers event. By joining us at RCNi Nursing and Careers Jobs Fair you will have the chance to meet leading employers and agencies with immediate vacancies.

 

The Alzheimer’s Dementia & Care Show

Date: March 3-4
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://alzheimersshow.co.uk/
Description: Now in its 10th year, The Alzheimer’s Dementia & Care Show (formerly The Alzheimer’s Show) is the UK’s dedicated exhibition and conference for dementia and care and will be held over 2 days at the Business Design Centre, Islington, London on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th March 2023.

 

Best Practice London

Date: March 8-9
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.bestpracticelondon.co.uk/
Description: The new home of general practice for London & the South.

 

Aesthetics Exhibition 2023

Date: March 10-11
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.aestheticsconference.com/
Description: ACE is the UK’s leading event for non-surgical aesthetic professionals, home to world-class educational programmes, unmissable networking opportunities and the industry’s most respected manufacturers, suppliers and brands. As the only UK show to bring together all the top pharmaceutical, services and solutions, device and skincare companies, it’s your go-to event for all things injectable, as well as trends, advice and updates that will help drive the success of your practice and betterment of the aesthetic speciality.

 

Digital Health Rewired 2023

Date: March 14-15
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://digitalhealthrewired.com/
Description: Digital Health Rewired is for anyone wanting to make a difference in UK digital health including NHS and social care, private healthcare, suppliers, start-ups, innovators, policymakers and patients.

 

Dementia, Care & Nursing Home Expo

Date: March 22-23
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.ukcareweek.com/
Description: An event in March that will bring together the care community, address the biggest challenges facing the care sector, celebrate the talent of care workers and hold a collective voice for change.

 

UK Care Week

Date: March 22-23
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.ukcareweek.com/
Description: An event in March that will bring together the care community, address the biggest challenges facing the care sector, celebrate the talent of care workers and hold a collective voice for change.

 

Neuro Convention

Date: March 22-23
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.neuroconvention.com/
Description: Neuro Convention showcases the latest technology and innovations in the neurological sector with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes. The show focuses on four key areas of neurology: Rehabilitation, mental health, diagnostics and brain and spine injury.

 

Naidex

Date: March 22-23
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.naidex.co.uk/
Description: Naidex reaches its 50th anniversary this year, and we are here to celebrate the disability community! Naidex offers support and resources for disabled people as well as those caring for or supplying to the community. The event covers all aspects of the disability journey, including families and the transition to adulthood, education and employment, lifestyle and leisure, sex and relationships, and more.

 

LSX World Congress

Date: May 3-4
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website:  https://www.lsxleaders.com/lsx-world-congress
Description: From therapeutics to tech-bio, devices to digital health, deep tech to platform tech and diagnostics to delivery tools, it represents the breadth, depth and convergence of the cutting-edge research and technology driving advances in the healthcare industry right now, and in the future.

 

The Fertility Show

Date: May 20-21
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.fertilityshow.co.uk/
Description: The Fertility Show is the only live event that lets you meet with so many top fertility experts, clinics and doctors in one place at one time, in a safe and discreet environment.

 

Med-Tech Innovation Expo

Date: June 7-8
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://med-techexpo.com/
Description: In June 2023, we’re connecting leaders, engineers, innovators and manufacturers with all of the technology and innovation they need to facilitate the design and manufacture of life-changing medical devices.

 

Health Optimisation Summit 2023

Date: June 17-18
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://summit.healthoptimisation.com/
Description:

  • Join a like-minded community of 2500 new friends who just ‘get you’
  • Meet, connect and learn from our world-leading health speakers
  • Fast-track your health journey and learn years’ worth of cutting-edge secrets and hacks in one weekend
  • Experience the latest tech and gadgets (think red light therapy, PEMF devices, brain training wearables & more)
  • Discover the cleanest and healthiest supplements and nutrient-dense foods

 

Holidays & Tourism

The Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Show 2023

Date: January 12-15
Venue: Manchester Central
Website: https://www.caravanshows.com/welcome
Description: The Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Show will have a fantastic selection of the latest models from a selection of the most reputable dealers in the north of England.

 

Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show

Date: January 12-15/ February 2-5
Venue: Manchester Central/Olympia London
Website: https://www.destinationsshow.com/
Description: The essential events for travel inspiration are back for 2023.

 

Scottish Caravan Motorhome & Holiday Home Show

Date: February 2-5
Venue: SEC
Website: https://www.caravanshowscotland.com/
Description: The only place to start your next adventure is at Scotland’s largest caravan, motorhome and holiday home show event. With caravans, motorhomes, campervans, holiday homes, lodges, tents and accessories all in one destination – make it part of your holiday plans.

 

Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show

Date: February 21-26
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://ccmshow.co.uk/
Description: The Show has everything you need for your next adventure with over 350 exhibitor stands showcasing their latest and greatest products. Not only will you be able to step inside and compare new for 2023 touring caravans, motorhomes and campervans and caravan holiday homes, but you’ll also be able to browse tents of all shapes and sizes all pitched under one roof. Plus, all the accessories and gadgets for the great outdoors that you could ever need.

 

British Tourism & Travel Show

Date: March 22-23
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.tourismshow.co.uk/
Description: The British Tourism & Travel Show brings all the inspiration you need together, so you can give your groups a truly unique and memorable experience. Nothing compares to the atmosphere of the tourism industry coming together. The energy will leave you buzzing to plan your next trip!

 

World of Park & Leisure Home Show 2023

Date: June 9-11
Venue: NAEC Stoneleigh Park
Website: https://www.parkhomeandleisure.co.uk/
Description: Whether you’re searching for the latest design ideas; already enjoying the lifestyle and want to upgrade or refurbish? looking to move into this lifestyle? or benefit from it? this is the show for you. If it’s Leisure or Residential, we have it covered!

 

Homes, Property & Construction

The January Furniture Show

Date: January 22-25
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://thefurnitureshows.com/
Description: The January Furniture Show 2023, running for over 32 years, is the UK’s home for premium interiors. JFS connects the most influential national and international buyers with the latest brands, showcasing their classic and contemporary furniture, flooring, lighting and accessories in an exclusive, premium setting.

 

SPATEX

Date: January 31-February 2
Venue: Ricoh Arena
Website: https://www.spatex.co.uk/
Description: SPATEX 2023 is the starting point for swimming pools, hot tubs, spas, steam rooms, saunas & so much more.

 

Surface Design Show 2023

Date: February 7-9
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.surfacedesignshow.com/
Description: Surface Design Show is the UK’s leading event for architects and designers to explore the best in surface material innovation.

 

London PropTech Show

Date: February 15-16
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://proptechshow.com/
Description: The surge in disruptive technologies in the past few years has led to the transformation of the real estate market, the industry is now seen as a tech-driven sector with significant developments taking place in areas such as construction, logistics, payment technologies, rentals, workspaces etc and most importantly the changes required to meet the sustainability pledges are hugely contributing to the technology transformation of the industry.

 

The Midlands New Home Show

Date: March 4
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.whathouse.com/new-home-show/
Description: Suppose you are a renter looking for the next best space that brings a community and lifestyle, not just a roof over your head, or you are at the start of your property journey and find the path a little daunting. In that case, The Midlands New Home show is your one-stop shop for information advice, next steps and more.

 

FutureScape Spring

Date: March 14-15/ November 21-22
Venue: NEC Birmingham/ Excel London
Website: https://www.futurescapeevent.com/
Description: The UK’s largest landscape expo & trade event, with seminars, live debates & a fantastic variety of exhibitors.

 

Building for Tomorrow 2023

Date: March 16
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.nhbc.co.uk/awards-and-events/building-for-tomorrow
Description: As the June 2023 deadline to implement the interim uplift to Part L approaches and with the Future Homes Standard on the horizon, housebuilders and their contractors must consider how to design and comply with the new requirements in an effective way. Building for Tomorrow 2023 will provide strategies and solutions to this challenge along with the very latest industry changes emerging from the Building Safety Act.

 

National Homebuilding & Renovating Show

Date: March 23-26/ May 20-21/ July 1-2/ September 22-24/ November 3-5/18-19
Venue: NEC Birmingham/ SEC/ Surrey/ London/ Harrogate/ Somerset
Website: https://national.homebuildingshow.co.uk/
Description: The Homebuilding & Renovating Show at NEC Birmingham is the go-to exhibition for self-builders and renovators. No matter what stage your project is at, we’ll help you to bring it to life!

 

IntraLogisteX 2023

Date: March 28-29
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.intralogistex.co.uk/
Description: IntraLogisteX is for logistics professionals who are looking for solutions to their current and future challenges, from the latest materials handling technologies to full-scale warehouse automation options. This event is designed for end-user practitioners and logistics professionals such as warehouse managers, heads of distribution, IT directors and lead project managers.

 

FENEX THE FENESTRATION EXPO

Date: April 17-19
Venue: Telford International
Website: https://fenex.co.uk/
Description: The glass and glazing industry once made Telford its home for trade shows and we’re ecstatic that FENEX can now facilitate the industry’s return to Telford.

 

UK Construction Week

Date: May 2-4/ October 3-5
Venue: ExCel London/ NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.ukconstructionweek.com/welcome
Description: The UK’s largest built environment event.

 

Utility Week Live

Date: May 16-17
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.utilityweeklive.co.uk/
Description: Utility Week Live is the UK’s biggest annual gathering of utility professionals, with 2,500 industry players from across energy and water coming together to collaborate, innovate and discover new solutions.

 

FIT Show 2023

Date: May 23-25
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.fitshow.co.uk/
Description: The UK’s only dedicated event for the window, door, hardware and flat glass industry. The 2023 exhibition will celebrate ten years of innovation, and a decade of being the UK’s number-one trade show for the industry.

 

BBC Gardeners’ World Live

Date: June 15-18
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.bbcgardenersworldlive.com/
Description: Go home with a head full of ideas from the show gardens. You’ll find ideas for wildlife, sustainability, growing your own, and much more!

 

SOLEX – Summer & Outdoor Living Exhibition

Date: July 10-12
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.solexexhibition.com/
Description: SOLEX is the biggest three-day event in the Outdoor Living Trade calendar. An essential event to see what’s new and what’s on trend for the new season. This unique event brings together all the leading manufacturers of outdoor living products and provides a showcase for all the exciting new developments in design, environmental manufacturing, sustainability, and products for both the retail and contract markets.

 

The W Exhibition and Elements

Date: September 24-27
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.wexhibition.co.uk/
Description: The W Exhibition is the national show for the Joinery and Furniture industries, showcasing the latest products and developments. As the UK’s leading dedicated trade exhibition, The W Exhibition provides the opportunity to see running woodwork machinery together with components and materials all under one roof.

 

Print, Publishing & Packaging

Packaging Innovations

Date: February 15-16
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.packagingbirmingham.com/the-events/packaging-innovations/
Description: Packaging Innovations is the UK’s leading event driving innovation and business in primary and secondary packaging.

 

Printwear & Promotion Live

Date: February 26-28
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://printwearandpromotionlive.co.uk/
Description: Firmly established as the industry’s annual meeting place and launch pad for new equipment, accessories and clothing lines, Printwear & Promotion LIVE! is the dedicated national event for the UK garment decoration industry.

 

Sign & Digital Show

Date: March 21-23
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.signuk.com/
Description: Discover everything needed to grow your business at Sign & Digital UK – the industry’s longest-running trade show for the visual communications sector.

 

The London Book Fair

Date: April 18-20
Venue: Olympia London
Website: https://www.londonbookfair.co.uk/
Description: The London Book Fair is the global marketplace for story creators, the hub of the publishing world and your essential spring chapter. From the publishers and dealmakers to the copyright pros, the commissioners and the global licensers, including those involved in rights negotiation, at LBF, we unite the book community for three days of business, networking and learning.

 

London Stationery Show 2023

Date: May 16-17
Venue: Business Design Centre
Website: https://www.stationeryshowlondon.co.uk/london-stationery-show
Description: London Stationery Show is the UK’s only trade event dedicated to stationery, showcasing the biggest selection of writing and paper products from around the world.

 

TCT 3Sixty

Date: June 7-8
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://tct3sixty.com/
Description: TCT 3Sixty is the UK’s definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event.

 

The Print Show

Date: September 19-21
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.theprintshow.co.uk/
Description: First and foremost, this is an exhibition that is focused on the UK print industry. Rather than over-extending itself, the event works to support the industry by providing a sustainable and solid annual market platform for its best companies to showcase their products.

 

Safety & Security

British APCO Conference and Exhibition

Date: March 7-8
Venue: Ricoh Arena
Website: https://www.bapco.org.uk/
Description: Launched in June 1993 as the British Association of Public Safety Communications Officials, British APCO, also known as BAPCO, is now acknowledged as the leading UK-based Association for all professionals using or developing Public Safety technology.

 

The Fire Safety Event

Date: April 25-27
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.firesafetyevent.com/
Description: Join the largest gathering of UK fire safety suppliers this year and showcase your brand, products, and solutions to your target market. Supporting fire safety professionals to achieve and maintain the very highest standards of fire safety management.

 

The Health & Safety Event

Date: April 25-27
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.healthandsafetyevent.com/
Description: This an unmissable opportunity for health and safety professionals to come together, share best practices and explore the latest innovations and trends in the sector.

 

The Security Event

Date: April 25-27
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.thesecurityevent.co.uk/
Description: Designed by the industry for the industry, the Security Event is the UK’s award-winning No.1 commercial, enterprise & domestic security event.

 

Sport & Exercise

National Running Show

Date: January 21-22
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://nationalrunningshow.com/
Description: The National Running Show is a home for runners, no matter how far or fast you go. This is the biggest community meet-up of the year and perfectly timed for runners that are training for events in the Spring, bringing together inspirational speakers, cutting-edge technologies and the best in nutrition, all under one roof.

 

British Shooting Show

Date: February 17-19
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://shootingshow.co.uk/
Description: The UK’s largest trade and retail shooting show.

 

Bunkered Live

Date: February 24-26
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.bunkeredlive.com/events/birmingham/
Description: Get direct access to the best golf brands, PGA pros and top-class tuition at the start of the season. Have fun with bunkered LIVE’s indoor challenges, start planning your next golf break and join the bunkered editors as they discuss the biggest topics in the game right now in the brand-new bunkered clubhouse.

 

The National Equine Show

Date: March 4-5
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://nationalequineshow.com/
Description: The National Equine Show provides an un-rivalled premium environment for equestrians to discover and shop for the right products. It’s the only event that provides equestrians with a premium shopping experience on a major scale with over 135 brands in one place.

 

Go Diving Show

Date: March 4-5
Venue: NAEC Stoneleigh Park
Website: https://www.godivingshow.com/
Description: The Go Diving Show is the only UK consumer and trade event dedicated to scuba diving and dive travel. Launched back in 2019, GODS looks to serve the established diving market within the UK while inspiring new students and non-divers into our beautiful underwater world.

 

The National Outdoor Expo

Date: March 18-19
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://nationaloutdoorexpo.com/
Description: One of the biggest community meet-ups of the year, bringing together inspirational speakers, cutting-edge technologies and the best in gear, all under one roof.

 

The Cycle Show

Date: April 21-23
Venue: Alexandra Palace
Website: https://www.cycleshow.co.uk/
Description: Three days celebrating all things cycling, from the biggest brands and stars of the sport to incredible custom bikes, retro MTBs and BMX, demo tracks, skills sessions and some of the industry’s top experts.

 

Include Summit

Date: May 3-4
Venue: Manchester Central
Website: https://includesummit.com/
Description: The UK’s No.1 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Summit For Sport.

 

Bodypower

Date: May 12-14
Venue: NEC Birmingham
Website: https://www.bodypower.com/
Description: BodyPower is a lifestyle fitness brand, originally from the UK, we have been operating in India for over 9 years, with bases in the north, south, east, west and northeast of the country.

 

Elevate Expo

Date: June 14-15
Venue: Excel London
Website: https://www.elevatearena.com/
Description: Elevate is the UK’s largest trade show dedicated to fitness, sport and physical activity. Thousands of decision-makers from gyms, studios, sports clubs, universities, personal training, schools and private practice meet over 250 leading suppliers, exhibiting solutions and product innovations specially designed to ‘elevate’ the UK’s physical activity levels.

 

SFN Expo

Date: September 9-10
Venue: SEC
Website: https://www.sfnexpo.co.uk/
Description: SFN is Scotland’s leading health and fitness event. The high-energy and action-packed weekend is bursting full of inspirational people, live events, demos, free fitness classes and more. Plus shop from the best brands to keep you in shape from gym wear to food and much more!

 

GroundsFest

Date: September 20-21
Venue: NAEC Stoneleigh Park
Website: https://groundsfest.com/
Description: GroundsFest combines indoor business and education opportunities with outdoor demonstrations. A hands-on, interactive experience which strengthens the connection between exhibitors and visitors. A festival with live music and unique street food stalls, to allow exhibitors and visitors to unwind, have fun and continue to network.

 

OM Yoga Show

Date: October 13-15
Venue: Alexandra Palace
Website: https://london.omyogashow.com/
Description: Over the last fifteen years, the OM Yoga Show has grown ever more popular, becoming the biggest yoga gathering in Europe, and one of the largest events in the world.

 

London International Horse Show

Date: December – TBD
Venue: Excel London
Website: https://londonhorseshow.com/
Description: The London International Horse Show at ExCeL is the only UK show to host all three FEI World CupTM Qualifiers in Dressage, Show Jumping and Driving. Each performance includes an equestrian competition along with a variety of displays from around the world.

 

Weddings

National Wedding Fayre

Date: February 18-19
Venue: Ricoh Arena
Website: https://nationalweddingfayre.co.uk/
Description: We have been running successful wedding shows for over 5 years now. Get ready and join us at one of the biggest and best wedding shows in the Midlands.

 

The Scottish Wedding Show

Date: February 18-19
Venue: SEC
Websitehttps://www.thescottishweddingshow.com/
Description: The Scottish Wedding Show is the perfect event for couples across Scotland who are preparing to walk down the aisle. With over 220 of the UK’s leading wedding suppliers offering a wide range of ideas & inspiration to make your wedding day even more special, The Scottish Wedding Show is the perfect combination for you & your partner.

 

The National Wedding Show

Date: March 3-5/ April 1-2
Venue: NEC Birmingham/ Excel London
Website: https://nationalweddingshow.co.uk/
Description: Get ready for a day of all things wedding! When you arrive at the National Wedding Show, make sure to relax and indulge with a glass of bubbly in The Champagne Bar, while you plan out the rest of your day. Walk around with your wedding party, take a look at the different suppliers, talk to the specialists and come join us at The Catwalk. You can watch a spectacular show, whilst checking out our talented bridal designers and looking at the new bridal trends. What more could you want?