The ultimate festive foodie day out is back! Whether you’re a keen cook looking for some festive dining inspiration, a celebrity chef super-fan or simply looking to top-up your Christmas pantry with seasonal artisan goodies, the Winter show is for YOU! Discover sensational producers, free live cooking demos full of Christmas recipe inspiration, and new festive workshops and tasting sessions. Gather your friends and family and get into the spirit of the season with the BBC Good Food Show Winter!

Do you live with allergies, intolerances, coeliac disease, hayfever or eczema? Do you live ‘free from’ gluten, wheat, eggs, nuts or dairy, or need to avoid dust mites, latex or any other material? If you answered yes to any of the above, or someone you care about could, then you will love The Allergy & Free From Show Winter. Thousands of freefrom products, from household names to exciting start-up brands; all looking to show you what they're made of! Not only that but there’s learning experiences and fun activities for everyone, with cooking demos, seminars, expert advice more. We're bringing all of this to Birmingham

AnimeCon UK is an enormous international Anime, Manga, K-pop Festival! A showcase of the best of Asian pop culture in the UK’s largest exhibition venue. It brings together the communities of anime, manga, artists, Pro cosplayers, K-Pop and J-Pop fanatics all together for three days of unique exhibits, amazing shopping, parties, exclusive screenings, extensive panels, and appearances by some of the world’s biggest creators. AnimeCon is a party, a market, and a music festival; a dedicated showcase of Otaku popular culture; and an amazing space for the anime, manga, K-Pop and J-Pop communities to call their own.

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!

For the first time ever, GladFans across the UK will be able to put their speed, strength and skills to the ultimate test, as the iconic television show explodes into action with Gladiators Experience! Do you have the nerve to traverse the Hang Tough course? Could you be the last person standing in an epic bout of Duel? Would staring up at The Wall inspire you to scale new heights? Will you be swinging to victory at the end of the legendary Eliminator? Taking place at the Birmingham NEC from May 2026, aspiring Contenders can at long last test their mettle in their favourite events! And the action doesn’t end there! Away from the Arena, Gladiators Experience boasts even more fun, family-friendly attractions. There’s The Vault, which delivers an unmissable look behind the scenes of the nation’s favourite TV show. The Gladiator Training Facility, meanwhile, will sharpen the skillset needed to be a true Gladiator, and a huge Superstore will be the only place to purchase exclusive merchandise. Plus, with many other surprises along the way, Gladiators Experience is a spectacle like no other. So whether you’re strapping on your helmet and dusting off your gumshield, or simply celebrating your love of the legendary, culture-defining television show, Gladiators Experience is an unmissable opportunity to live out your Gladiator dreams!

The Vaper Expo UK is recognised as the largest and most important vaping event in Europe and is considered to be the must-attend expo. We are proud to introduce and unite leading key players from within the industry, to act as the premier platform for launching new products and services, and serve as the central European hub for the vaping industry. The event is a great way to see, try and buy the newest innovations in the vaping world! With the show growing to new heights each and every year we always want to ensure that we offer the best possible experience to both exhibitors and visitors alike. The vaper expo is always known as a fun and lively environment. We always push the boundaries and have so much more fun and exciting things planned for The Vaper Expo, it is quickly transforming into a weekend event and with many other activities, restaurants, hotels and facilities onsite why not make a weekend of it.

With the very best suppliers, the biggest baking stars, demos, workshops, and a dedicated baking competition the event is not to be missed. Co-located with the world-renowned Cake International you can shop until you drop. Join thousands of baking enthusiasts, from novice to professional, to celebrate the ever-evolving skills and creativity. The halls will be filled to the brim with features, and you won’t want to miss the demos taking place all weekend.

UK Games Expo (UKGE) is the largest Hobby Games Convention in the UK - where all aspects of the tabletop gaming hobby are represented under one roof. The event consists of 2 trade halls with hundreds of exhibitors showing, demonstrating, and selling tabletop games of all types including board games, roleplaying games, card games, miniatures, family games and party games. There are tournaments, seminars and workshops and live entertainment shows. There is a large family area with activities for all ages, costumed groups portraying characters from TV and movies, Viking reenactors and a children’s treasure hunt. Other features include one of the world’s largest bring and buy market for second hand games, a massive open gaming area and board game library and a shop and drop.

Step into summer this June at the BBC Good Food Show Summer! Try and buy from 100s of independent producers and big brands and pick up plenty of recipe inspiration for al fresco dining, indulgent desserts and showstopping dinner parties from our exceptional line-up of chefs and experts. The line-up so far includes James Martin, Nadiya Hussain, Michel Roux, and many more! Plus, you can catch the show’s stars in live interview at the Let’s Talk Good Food Stage and meet them in our daily book signings. If this isn’t enough to tempt you then you’ll also be able to get hands-on in our workshops, drinks masterclasses and tasting sessions. So, what are you waiting for? Book now!

UK Metals Expo is the ONLY event bringing the entire metals supply chain together with the engineering and manufacturing sector. From primary metal manufacture to supply chain management, processing metals, fabrication, machinery, engineering, surface coatings and recycling. UK Metals Expo is your opportunity to: In addition to hundreds of exhibitors, the Expo features a seminar programme across four theatres chaired by Lord Redesdale and curated by the UK Metals Council and the business leaders from the full spectrum of the supply chain. The exhibition, conference and all networking opportunities at UK Metals Expo are completely FREE! Visit our website to receive your free ticket and get more information.

End the school year with a Big Bang! Spark curiosity and excite students with the world of science and engineering at The Big Bang Fair. Attend the UK’s biggest STEM celebration for young people for free – join us in Birmingham to inspire and amaze young people with science, engineering and technology.

Glee is the UK's leading garden and outdoor living trade show, hosting the most exciting brands, innovative products and inspiring garden retail insights. As the premium destination for garden and outdoor living inspiration, Glee brings the British, European and International markets together under one roof.

Picture this: A spectacular gathering of over 30,000 passionate enthusiasts and families, a jaw-dropping showcase of hundreds of Europe's most mind-blowing show cars, a bustling hub of hundreds of exhibitors ready to unveil the latest innovations, and the UK's wildest live action that will leave you on the edge of your seat. This isn't just an event; it's an automotive extravaganza like no other! Mark your calendars and we'll see you there!

The Festival of Quilts is the BIGGEST quilting show in Europe with over 22,000 quilting fanatics expected to attend this year. Launched in 2003 in partnership with The Quilters’ Guild it has been a hub for people from all over the world to come together and share their passion for quilting, ever since. With the help of some of the world’s best textile crafters and tutors, for this year’s event we have put together a jam-packed programme of over 370 different workshops, masterclasses, demos, talks and lectures. From free-motion quilting and Japanese folded patchwork, to kantha, fabric origami, smocking and Indian Block Printing, hone your skills and pick up new ones in a fun and friendly environment. With an unparalleled selection of quilt and craft supplies from our exhibitors, treat yourself to quality patchwork and quilting supplies, fabric, thread, yarn, kits, haberdashery, sewing machines and more. The Festival is home to Europe's largest open quilt competition, which anyone is free to enter, with various categories of quilt - including Miniatures,Contemporar, Pictorial, Traditional, Two Person, and more - judged to the highest standard by the Festival's experts. See the quilts on display, and watch the winners unveiled on-site!

The Largest Cat event in recent years with 3 globally recognised cat registries (GCCF, Fife & TICA) coming together under one roof to celebrate our feline friends. Think Crufts for Cats without the competition! We guarantee something for all the family with many exciting features. Book now to avoid disappointment.

-Join us for a festive day out packed with recipe inspiration, tips and tricks from top chefs and experts, hands-on workshops and tastings, unique dining experiences and a huge variety of producers and brands providing the best product knowledge and ingredients advice, as well as tasting and shopping!

The Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show, with discovery+, is making a triumphant return to Birmingham NEC this winter. The show brings together a fantastic array of classic car and motorcycle clubs, with more than 3,000 vehicles on display and over 600 exhibitors. Offering a diverse and exciting display of classic cars, bikes and other vehicles, whether you are a fan of a traditional British classic, an American muscle car, vintage motors or retro hot hatch, the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show is a must-attend for every classic car lover and bike enthusiast.

The biggest week of the year for Equestrian entertainment is back.

Whether you're full-time vegan, trialling 'Meat-free Mondays' or simply interested in plant-based living - Just V Show is the two-day event dedicated to you, wherever you are on your V journey. Taste, try and buy the best in plant-based food brands. Plus - find your vegan-friendly skincare and lifestyle products all under the same roof. Need a little help or advice too? The Just V Chat Theatre runs all weekend and the sessions are free-to-attend. You can pop along to The Vegetarian Society and The Vegan Society stands to meet their teams. Thousands of plant-based products, from household names to exciting start-up brands; all looking to show you what they're up to leading into Christmas.

The UK’s largest motorcycle show, supported by over 50 motorcycle and scooter manufacturers will return to the NEC.

Makers Central, the UK’s largest gathering for inventors, makers and DIY enthusiasts.

MCM Comic Con is back in Birmingham this December, for another epic three-day weekend celebrating all the fandoms we love. From gaming and anime, to collectibles and memorabilia, we can’t wait to welcome you home!

This event combines modelling disciplines with the best model railways, the best scale modelling displays, demonstrations, presentations, manufacturer support and traders offering the best in both worlds.

Makers, creators, and innovators of all ages from across the globe are invited to gather at Makers Central 2026, the UK’s premier event for hands-on creativity, craftsmanship and maker culture, taking place on 16th and 17th May 2026 at the NEC Birmingham. Families and schools are being encouraged to take part in a celebration of design and technology learning, creativity, and problem-solving with opportunities to meet top industry professionals, social media influencers, and innovators from across the world. Designed to inspire makers of all experience levels through real-world making, the event brings science, technology, engineering, and maths to life. Live demonstrations will take place with leading global personalities at the helm. Interactive exhibits will display inventions, robots, cosplay, epic builds, and cutting-edge kit. Jordana Johnson Organiser of Makers Central said: “The show offers attendees the chance to dive into the creative process themselves, with workshops where they can craft items to take home. We want families to leave Makers Central feeling inspired. It is a place where curiosity is encouraged, questions are welcomed, and learning happens through doing whether you are five or fifty.” One of the highlights of this year's event are the hands-on workshop sessions suitable for makers of all ages and experience levels, from beginners to established creators. These include Drone Building with Extreme Fliers where participants build drones. Electronics With MadLab, a beginner-friendly electronics workshop will be great for tinkering with circuits and tech. Jewellery making is also available, as well as leathercraft amongst many other exciting opportunities to make. Attendees can see the stars of Robot Wars up close, as well as have a hand at driving a robot for themselves in the ‘Robot Warriors’ arena. The UK Droidbuilders will showcase their expertise in building droids from unconventional materials, offering insights into the creative process and providing inspiration for aspiring makers. Tickets for Makers Central 2026 are now available, offering access to all the excitement throughout the weekend. Prices start at £25 for entry, with additional workshop experiences available at varying prices.

See the latest models, accessories and tech for your touring holiday all in one place.

Britain’s biggest Toy Collectors Fair features more than 500 stalls packed with thousands of new and old collectables for sale. You can expect to find rare vintage toys from the 1950’s and 60’s, cult retro collectables from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s as well as the very latest new releases. Action figures, Lego, model cars, lorries and buses, Star Wars collectables, Funko POP figures, model railways, Scalextric, teddy bears and loads more exciting collectables will be up for sale, with many at bargain prices. Come and meet buyers and sellers from all over the country at this huge toy show. Parking is free for toy fair visitors and the venue has on-site refreshments, ATM’s and it’s own railway station (Birmingham International). Tickets are sold on the day on the door. We do hope you can join us for a really enjoyable day out.

Get ready for an electrifying line-up of dance performances, workshops and appearances at this year's Super Weekender! With internationally-acclaimed dance groups and legendary choreographers that have worked with the world's biggest celebrities and brands.

Come join us for Europe's first ever VTuber convention - a celebration of creators of all sizes! You'll have the opportunity to attend panels and concerts, as well as meet some of your favourite talents! There will also be plenty of things to do, such as visiting our gaming area or maid cafe. For all the up to date information about VeXpo visit our website or stay up to date with our social media.

Returning to Birmingham, the renowned Titanic Exhibition docks at the NEC this April bringing with it new artefacts, enhanced immersive experiences, and deeper insight into the true story of the worlds most famous ship. If you think you've seen it before, you haven't! Step back in time and follow Titanics extraordinary journey, from its construction at the Harland and Wolff Shipyard in Belfast, through its ill-fated maiden voyage, to its rediscovery on the ocean floor and the powerful legacy it leaves behind more than a century later. The exhibition showcases an exceptional collection of authentic Titanic artefacts, including personal items recovered from the sea in the aftermath of the disaster and remarkable objects discovered on the seabed decades later. Through compelling storytelling and real belongings, you will meet first, second and third class passengers, as well as the crew members whose lives and work shaped the ships story. Alongside these rare artefacts, visitors will encounter striking new set pieces, vivid imagery and immersive soundscapes designed to place you at the heart of Titanics story like never before. Conclude your visit by taking home a meaningful souvenir from the exhibition experience in our well-stocked gift shop! Tickets are bookable in half hour arrival slots. You may arrive at any time during your bookable slot. Please note the timings are to indicate approximate arrival time, and not the duration of your visit - you may stay longer than the length of the time slot. Ticket prices are as follows: 0-5 years old - free 6-14 years old - 12.99 15 years and up - 29.99 Group ticket (4x 15 years and up): 99.99 Carers/Companion Tickets: A complimentary carer/companion ticket is available at the venues discretion to those who need assistance from another person to be able to access this exhibition. Please request your companion ticket at the time of booking by emailing:[email protected] evidence will be requested. Proof of Eligibility The following forms of evidence may make an individual automatically eligible for a free carer/companion ticket in addition to their ticket: A letter from the local authority confirming receipt of disability allowance. Local authority disability pass this does not include Blue Badges. Local authority visual impairment card. Disability rail card. Doctors note (valid for 6 months only). CEA Card. We recognise that the evidence above may not include everyone that has an access requirement, so please do enquire if the above list does not reflect your needs and still require care/companion assistance. In order to apply for a free carer/companion ticket, please fill out the form here [https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/j1mvpZ8uPR] and it will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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!

With hundreds of experts you can be sure to tick off many of the wedding planning basics in just one day. From stunning countryside cottages to picturesque villas, meet wedding venue specialists who can make your dream day a reality. Browse collections from the nation’s finest designers, retailers and boutiques and try on as many dresses as you like with no appointments necessary. You will also find a range of award-winning photographers, wedding day cars and entertainment acts. The much-loved Catwalk returns ready to showcase the latest trends in bridalwear, menswear and bridesmaid and mother-of-the-bride outfits. Plus, get inspiration for every aspect of your wedding day look with on-trend hair, makeup and accessory ideas. Why not enjoy the show as a VIP? Spoil yourself in the VIP lounge where you’ll discover hidden treats and surprises around every corner. Also included in the VIP package is a goody bag filled with complimentary gifts, reserved catwalk seating, a complimentary glass of fizz, copy of Confetti magazine and fast-track entry to the show.