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NEC

The busiest and largest exhibition centre in the whole of the land, the National Exhibition Centre contains the multi-purpose LG Arena and hosts everything from the wee pups of Crufts Dog Show to Europe's largest home tradeshow, the International Spring Fair. The NEC's 20 halls contain nearly a quarter-million square metres of exhibition space (that's a lot of football pitches), which sees 4 million people cross its floors annually.

What's On @ NEC

BBC Gardeners’ World Live

BBC Gardeners’ World Live

11 Jun 2025 - 14 Jun 2025

Celebrate everything you love about summer gardening with a day out at BBC Gardeners’ World Live! Packed with garden ideas, plants, and top experts including the Gardeners’ World TV presenters, it’s an essential date for your gardening calendar. Plus, with live entertainment and entry to the BBC Good Food Show Summer, there’s something for all the family! Welcome to the biggest and best event of the UK gardening calendar. The biggest names and rising stars in the horticulture world will present talks, host meet & greets and do book signings this year, with appearances from the likes of Adam Frost, Monty Don, Nicki Chapman and Frances Tophill. Meanwhile, get some serious inspiration for your own garden, plot or windowsill with our beautiful Show Gardens and Borders. New for this year is the Urban Gardening area, providing clever ways to boost your balcony and transform your terrace. Don’t forget that you can shop from a huge number of exhibitors, including gardening supplies, plants and gifts. And if that wasn’t enough, your ticket gets you access to the BBC Good Food Show Summer, taking place at the NEC Birmingham over the same dates (13-16 June).
Torvill and Dean - Our Last Dance

Torvill and Dean - Our Last Dance

1 May 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Torvill & Dean have announced that they will be retiring from skating together in spring 2025, when they embark on their last ever live tour: ‘Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance’ This will be the very last chance to see the world’s most famous skating superstars in action on the ice together. The 28 date tour will travel across the UK, culminating at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on 11 May for their final performance and their last dance. Following an invitation from the Mayor of Sarajevo to visit the city to mark the 40th anniversary of the Winter Olympics, Torvill & Dean were there four decades on reliving the memories of their iconic heart-stopping performance which had a UK television audience of 24 million people on the edge of their seats. It became one of the greatest sporting moments of the 20th Century and set a new standard for world-class figure skating. ‘Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance’ UK Tour will be the last time that Jayne and Chris will perform on ice together, 50 years since they formed their incredible skating partnership, giving audiences one last chance to see and celebrate the iconic duo. Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean said: "Following the kind invitation from the Mayor, we are thrilled to be back in Sarajevo 40 years on from that memorable day. Returning to the city which provided such a life-changing moment for us is incredibly nostalgic and brings back so many wonderful memories. We’re also feeling very emotional as we announce our 2025 farewell tour: ‘Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance’. Whilst we will continue to work together off the ice, this will be the final time we will skate together following our 50-year partnership. But not without celebrating one final time with all of our incredible fans across the UK, who have supported us constantly over many years. We promise to put on an amazing live show – and we really hope to see you there!”
The Baby Show with Lidl GB

The Baby Show with Lidl GB

9 May 2025 - 11 May 2025

The Baby Show with Lidl GB has everything for bump, baby and you, all under one roof. With over 300 leading baby brands, the show has everything from buggies to bouncers to cribs to car seats. With one-to-one product demos, you can compare and try before you buy, take advantage of exclusive show offers, plus discover new start-ups and products in our ‘New Kids on the Block’ area. Not only is it baby shopping heaven, but leading experts will provide free advice on the Live Talks Stage and answer any queries to help support you and your growing family!

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