With the aim of bringing our readers an extensive business events, exhibitions and trade fairs diary, Small Business will be continually updating this page as new events come onto our radar. If you notice any business shows we have missed, or would like to feature your event on our list, please get in touch with Anna Jordan on anna.jordan@stubbenedge.com
Event month:
2025 – May | June | July | September | October | November
2026 – January | February | March | April
May 2025
Event: Expo Scotland Business ShowDate: 29 May 2025Location: Hampden Park, Glasgow, G42 9BAWebsite: www.hashtagevents.co.uk/expo-scotland-business-show/Brief: This will be the 15th edition of this event which is for entrepreneurs, business owners and investors in the Glasgow and the West of Scotland region. Free Seminar and Workshop sessions.
June 2025
Event: Brighton and Hove Business ShowDate: 5 June 2025Location: The Amex Stadium, Brighton, BN1 9BLWebsite: brightonandhovebusinessshow.uk/show-details/show-overview/Brief: A day for networking, impactful keynote sessions, engaging workshops, and plenty of opportunities to make valuable connections and meet potential customers and suppliers. It will run from 10am to 3pm, and there is free parking for all attendees, visitors and exhibitors.
Event: South West Expo BristolDate: 5 June 2025Location: BAWA Leisure, Filton, Bristol, BS34 7RGWebsite: greatbritishexpos.co.uk/event/south-west-expo-bristolBrief: Join over 1,000 SMEs from across the region who will be attending the business expo and using it as a platform to connect, meet new suppliers and become a new supplier. Runs from 10.00am to 3.00pm, with six featured keynote speakers and four marketing workshops.
Event: SME XPODate: 18-19 June 2025Location: ExCeL London, E16 1XLWebsite: www.smexpo.co.ukBrief: SME XPO is a FREE networking exhibition and conference run by the Evening Standard and designed to support the UK scaleup community. This event is designed to inspire and educate business leaders and owners, delivering a programme covering everything from strategy, investment, and scaling-up, to sustainability and more.
Event: Bristol Business ExpoDate: 19 June 2025Location: BAWA Conference Centre, Bristol, BS34 7RGWebsite: b2bexpos.co.uk/event/bristol-expo-june-2025Brief: An opportunity to openly network with 300-400 attendees from across Bristol, explore the exhibition with a variety of local exhibitors showcasing their services, attend free seminars and workshops, and a speed networking session.
Event: Yorkshire Business Fair DoncasterDate: 19 June 2025Location: Holiday Inn, Doncaster, DN4 9UXWebsite: yorbusinessevents.co.ukBrief: A business expo and networking event for Doncaster that runs from 10am until 3pm. In addition to the main exhibition hall, connected rooms and public spaces will provide space for open networking. Exhibitor prices start at £150. Up to 44 businesses will exhibit their products and services to one another and, more importantly, hundreds of visitors looking for new suppliers and services.
Event: Royal Business FairDate: 24 June 2025Location: The Gracechurch Centre, Sutton Coldfield, B72 1PAWebsite: www.greaterbirminghamchambers.com/event-calendar/royal-business-fair-2025.htmlBrief: This event is organised by the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce and is aimed at professionals, entrepreneurs, and business owners from Royal Sutton Coldfield and across Greater Birmingham. This year’s theme is about championing a thriving business community – one where businesses don’t just exist, but connect, support and grow together.
Event: eTail UKDate: 24-25 June 2025Location: QEII Conference Centre, London, SW1P 3EEWebsite: etaileurope.wbresearch.comBrief: eTail UK is designed to help you increase the profits from your online business.
A chance to connect with top minds from the UK’s most successful and innovative retailers.
July 2025
Event: The Midlands Business Network ExpoDate: 3 July 2025Location: King Power Stadium, Leicester, LE2 7FLWebsite: themidlandsbusinessnetwork.co.uk/events-exhibitions/leicester2025/Brief: Connect with 100 exhibitors and engage with professionals from various industries. There will be free business seminars, dedicated networking sessions, a ‘Masterclass’ event on Maximising Media Opportunities, plus a ‘Speed Networking’ event.
Event: B2B Growth Expo BournemouthDate: 3 July 2025Location: Citygate Centre, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8ASWebsite: b2bgrowthexpo.com/bournemouth-expo/Brief: A chance to network with Bournemouth and Dorset-based companies. Over 100 local exhibitors will be showcasing their services. Free business seminars, keynote speakers and interactive workshops.
Event: South West Expo SwindonDate: 10 July 2025Location: The STEAM Museum, The Great Western Hall, Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2EYWebsite: greatbritishexpos.co.uk/event/south-west-expo-swindon/Brief: They are expecting over 1,000 SMEs and entrepreneurs from across the region to attend. A a platform to expand your network, market your business, and source new products. Runs from 10.00am to 3.00pm, with six featured keynote speakers and four marketing workshops.
Event: B2B Growth Expo Milton KeynesDate: 22 July 2025Location: The Ridgeway Centre, Milton Keynes, MK12 5THWebsite: b2bgrowthexpo.com/milton-keynes-expo/Brief: Growth business networking event featuring business seminars, 20 keynote speakers and interactive workshops. They are expecting over 1,500 visitors and 100+ exhibitors.
September 2025
Event: The Business Innovation ExpoDate: 16-17 September 2025Location: ExCeL, London, E16 1XLWebsite: businessrevivalseries.co.ukBrief: To feature a wide array of exhibitors showcasing their latest products, services, and solutions. From cutting-edge technologies to disruptive business models, this Expo will offer a first-hand look at the future of your industry. There will also be an extensive seminar and keynote program.
Event: Wiltshire Business ShowDate: 17-18 September 2025Location: Trowbridge Civic Centre, Trowbridge, BA14 8AHWebsite: business-shows.co.uk/wiltshire/Brief: Business breakfasts on both mornings, a ‘LIVEtalk’ event programme, specialists clinics, meeting spaces, a great line-up of speakers and a wide range of exhibitors.
Event: The Better Business ShowDate: 18 September 2025Location: Worthing Leisure Centre, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing, BN12 4ETWebsite: worthingandadurchamber.co.uk/event-5879503Brief: This event is managed by the Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce and it is marketed to local business owners and decision-makers. There are also some subsidised exhibition stands allocated specifically for start-up businesses (who are in their first 18 months of trading).
Event: Cumbria Business ExpoDate: 19 September 2025Location: Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle, CA2 4TSWebsite: shoutexpo.com/attend-cumbriaBrief: An exhibition for the region’s business owners, professionals, startups and marketeers, keen to connect with businesses and decision-makers from across the north of England. They are expecting over 1,250 visitors.
Event: Bournemouth Business ExpoDate: 24 September 2025Location: Vitality Stadium, Kings Park, BH7 7AFWebsite: b2bexpos.co.uk/event/bournemouth-expo-september-2025Brief: An opportunity to network with over 250 attendees from across Dorset. As well as the exhibition part, there are also free seminars and workshops as well as a speed networking session.
October 2025
Event: Greater Birmingham Business ExpoDate: 1 October 2025Location: Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham, B5 7QUWebsite: greaterbirminghamchambers.com/event-calendar/greater-birmingham-business-expo-2025.htmlBrief: An event organised by the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce. It will showcase a range of products and services and provide an opportunity for you to connect as business leaders and grow relationships. 130 exhibitor stands, 5 seminars, and speed networking.
Event: unLTD Business ExpoDate: 2 October 2025Location: Magna, Rotherham, S60 1FD.Website: expo.unltdbusiness.comBrief: An all-day exhibition for businesses from Sheffield, Rotherham and beyond. Free for visitors.
Event: Hereford & Worcestershire Business ExpoDate: 9 October 2025Location: University Arena, Worcester, WR2 5JNWebsite: hwchamber.co.uk/events/business-expo/Brief: This event is run by the local Chamber of Commerce. Attendance is free, there is a dedicated Networking Zone, and they are expecting 150 exhibitors. Exact date to be confirmed.
Event: Somerset Business ShowDate: 2-3 October 2025Location: Taunton Conference Centre, Taunton, TA1 5AXWebsite: business-shows.co.uk/somerset/Brief: For start-ups and micros, through to SMEs and corporates. Exhibitors help design the programme and deliver presentations. Exhibition hall opens at 09:30 both mornings. Free parking.
Event: Edinburgh Business ShowDate: 8 October 2025Location: Easter Road, Hibernian Football Club, Edinburgh, EH7 5QGWebsite: hashtagevents.co.uk/business-shows/edinburgh-business-show/Brief: The show is aimed at helping local SMEs, growth-oriented entrepreneurs and individuals to achieve business and professional goals by connecting with one another. Designed for decision makers, team leaders, owners, managers and directors from all sizes of business. Features 1-2-1 Networking, workshops and seminars. Free General Admission.
Event: Coventry Business ExpoDate: 9 October 2025Location: Village Hotel, Coventry Business Park, Coventry, CV4 9GZWebsite: b2bexpos.co.uk/event/coventry-expo-october-2025Brief: Join hundreds of local businesses and enjoy the opportunity to openly network with over 250 attendees from across Coventry. Local exhibitors will be showcasing their services and promoting their latest products. Free seminars and workshops as well as a speed networking session. The event is free to attend with registration.
Event: EAFN25 – The East of England’s Festivals Conference and Exhibition ShowDate: 13 October 2025Location: Burgess Hall Events and Conference Centre, St Ives, Cambs PE27 6WU https://www.oneleisure.net/burgess-hall-homeWebsite: https://eafn.co.uk/eafn25/Brief: A free day of networking with fellow event professionals, making valuable connections, gaining information and knowledge from the conference and Q&A sessions, connecting with all the events suppliers showcasing their products and services in the Exhibition and enjoying the entertainment provided.
EAFN25 (sponsored by Gofer Ltd) brings together hundreds of festival, fair and fun day organisers, venues and suppliers from across the East of England.
The day runs from 9.30 until 4pm, there is a bar in the venue providing food and beverages and there are good public transport connections and free parking for all attendees, visitors and exhibitors right outside.
Event: Devon Business ShowDate: 15 October 2025Location: Plymouth Life Centre, Plymouth, PL2 3DGWebsite: devonchamber.co.uk/devon-business-show/Brief: The show is managed by the Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce. A chance to meet and connect with the region’s leading businesses and entrepreneurs.
Event: Bishop’s Stortford Means BusinessDate: 22 October 2025Location: South Mill Arts, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 3JGWebsite: www.bsmb.co.ukBrief: The longest running and largest business exhibition in the town. As an exhibitor you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your business to 300+ visitors in one day. Free to attend, including the seminars.
Event: Thames Valley Expo ReadingDate: 24 October 2025Location: Green Park, 100 Longwater Ave, Reading, RG2 6GPWebsite: greatbritishexpos.co.uk/event/thames-valley-expo-reading/Brief: A business networking and educational event aimed at small business owners and entrepreneurs. Runs from 10.00am to 3.00pm, with six featured keynote speakers and four marketing workshops.
Event: North West Business ExpoDate: 24 October 2025Location: Bolton Stadium Hotel, Bolton, BL6 6SFWebsite: shoutexpo.com/attend-northwestBrief: Running since 2021, this expo will have 150 Exhibitors and expects over 2,000 visitors from businesses in the Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire and Liverpool City regions.
November 2025
Event: Basingstoke Business ExpoDate: 6 November 2025Location: The Apollo Hotel, Basingstoke, RG24 9NUWebsite: b2bexpos.co.uk/event/basingstoke-expo-november-2025Brief: An opportunity to openly network with over 250 attendees from across Hampshire. The exhibition will feature a variety of local exhibitors, free seminars and workshops, and a speed networking session.
Event: The Business ShowDate: 12-13 November 2025Location: ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Docks, London, E16 1XLWebsite: www.greatbritishbusinessshow.co.ukBrief: One of the biggest shows/exhibitions in the business networking calendar with around 750 exhibitors, 300 seminars, and an expected 25,000 visitors over its two days. The event runs alongside the ‘Going Global Live’ (for businesses looking to expand internationally) and ‘Retrain Expo’.
Event: Halton and Warrington Business FairDate: 13 November 2025Location: DCBL Stadium, Widnes WA8 7DZWebsite: haltonbizfair.co.ukBrief: A friendly and lively annual B2B event that regularly attracts around 40 exhibitors and hundreds of visitors from the local area and beyond.
Event: The National Business ExpoDate: 13 November 2025Location: Cardiff City Stadium, Cardiff, CF11 8AZWebsite: zokit.co.uk/the-south-wales-business-expo/Brief: A business exhibition for Wales. Main features include: Networking Breakfast, Awards Lunch, BizTalks, Business Lounge / Co-working Space, VIP Area.
Event: Birmingham Business ExpoDate: 13 November 2025Location: St Andrew’s Stadium, Birmingham, B9 4RLWebsite: b2bexpos.co.uk/event/birmingham-expo-november-2025Brief: An opportunity to network with 300+ attendees from across the Midlands in an expo featuring a variety of local exhibitors showcasing their services and promoting their latest products. There will also be free seminars and workshops from the Midlands leading keynote and business speakers as well as a speed networking session.
Event: Leicester Business ShowDate: 13 November 2025Location: Leicester County Cricket Ground, Grace Road, Leicester LE2 8EBWebsite: hashtagevents.co.uk/business-shows/leicester-business-show/Brief: A business networking event for entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, team leaders, managers, consultants, contractors and professionals from all kinds of business and all sizes. The event will feature guest speakers and seminar / workshop sessions.
Event: North East ExpoDate: 13 November 2025Location: High Gosforth Park, Racecourse, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 5HPWebsite: northeastexpo.co.ukBrief: An event for small and medium sized businesses across the Tyneside, Wearside and Northumberland areas. It is free to attend as a delegate and you will get the chance to meet and network with over 150 Exhibitors, plus attend any of the 16+ seminars.
Event: The South Gloucestershire Business ShowDate: 19-20 November 2025Location: Thornbury Leisure Centre & Conference Centre, BS35 3JBWebsite: business-shows.co.uk/south-gloucestershireBrief: The exhibition is open 09:30 – 4:00pm on Wednesday and 09:30 – 3:00pm on Thursday. There’s free Wi-Fi, plenty of places for meetings and an Event Programme addressing topical issues for business.
Event: Sales Innovation ExpoDate: 19-20 November 2025Location: ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Docks, London, E16 1XLWebsite: www.salesinnovationexpo.co.ukBrief: “Welcome to Europe’s leading sales event, the only show of its kind to provide thousands of the most proactive sales professionals, with the tips, tricks and techniques they need to transform themselves, and their companies, into the biggest names within the world of sales.”
Event: B2B Marketing ExpoDate: 19-20 November 2025Location: ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, Royal Docks, London, E16 1XLWebsite: www.b2bmarketingexpo.co.ukBrief: “Where B2B marketing leaders from major brands connect.” This year’s major themes are: AI and Automation, How to lead a successful B2B marketing team, Getting creative in the B2B marketing spaces, and Engaging Leads.
Event: North West Expo (Manchester)Date: 20 November 2025Location: Legends Suite, Manchester City FC, Etihad Stadium, M11 3FFWebsite: greatbritishexpos.co.uk/event/north-west-expo-manchester/Brief: A business networking and educational event for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Running from from 10.00am to 3.00pm, it includes five keynote speakers and four marketing / PR workshops.
January 2026
Event: B2B Growth Expo SouthamptonDate: 29 January 2025Location: Utilita Bowl, Southampton, SO30 3XHWebsite: b2bgrowthexpo.com/southampton-expo/Brief: Growth business networking event featuring business seminars, keynote speakers, VIP and speed networking, and interactive workshops. They are expecting over 1,500 visitors and 100+ exhibitors.
February 2026
Event: Love Business EXPODate: 12 February 2026Location: Holywell Park Conference Centre, Loughborough, LE11 3GRWebsite: www.lovebusinessexpo.co.ukBrief: A business to business networking exhibition for the East Midlands; “Bringing together leaders, entrepreneurs, and the next generation of professionals from across Derby, Leicester and Nottingham, for a day of celebration.” Speakers in the Speaker Theatre and Networking with KuKu Connect. Free parking available on the day with registration.
Event: Maidstone Business ShowDate: 26 February 2026Location: Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel, Maidstone, ME17 1REWebsite: brilliantbusinesses.biz/maidstone-business-show-2026/Brief: A networking and exhibition event for ambitious businesses across Maidstone, Kent and Sussex. Free to attend.
March 2026
Event: Festival of Accounting and BookkeepingDate: 11-12 March 2026Location: NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NTWebsite: www.fab.ukBrief: An event that brings accountants and finance professionals together to meet, share experiences and gain direct access to unique content and practical advice to help navigate challenges and improve business.
Event: HRCDate: 30 March 2026 to 1 April 2026Location: Excel, London, E16 1XLWebsite: www.hrc.co.ukBrief: The UK’s leading trade event for hospitality and foodservice, which takes place as part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week. Three days where brand owners and suppliers can meet face-to-face with over 20,000 attendees.
April 2026
Event: National Convenience ShowDate: 13-15 April 2026Location: NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NTWebsite: www.nationalconvenienceshow.co.uk/Brief: This is the biggest event for the convenience-retailing sector, providing a single platform for the whole market to come together – suppliers, wholesalers and retailers. You can, sample and source c-store-specific products and services and also gain access to three other co-located shows; Food & Drink Expo, Farm Shop & Deli Show, and Foodex Manufacturing Solutions.
Event: International Franchise ShowDate: 17-18 April 2026Location: ExCeL London, E16 1XLWebsite: www.thefranchiseshow.co.ukBrief: The UK’s biggest franchise exhibition featuring opportunities from around the world. Business owners get free access to over 250 exhibitors, 60 seminars, 1-2-1 personal advice, interactive features, expert guidance and more.
