Business Diary: UK Events - October 2026
1st
Cross Sector
Regional trade show and networking event for businesses looking to connect with the local and global industry communities, with over 1,200 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at the Leigh Court Business Centre, Bristol, UK.
Event Date: 1st October 2026
Manufacturing & Construction
Trade show for the construction industry, dedicated to showcasing the latest innovative products and giving visitors the opportunity to meet with over 150 exhibitors. Event held at the Kent Event Centre, Maidstone, UK.
Event Date: 1st October 2026
2nd
Manufacturing & Construction
Exhibition that showcases the latest innovative trends in home-building and interior design, based on the Channel 4 TV show of the same name, featuring over 400 exhibitors. Event held at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, UK.
Event Dates: 2nd-4th October 2026
4th
Retail & Wholesale
Major national beauty and cosmetic sector trade show, featuring over 800 brands showcasing their latest products and services and 45,000 visitors. Event held at the ExCel Exhibition and Convention Centre, London, UK.
Event Dates: 4th-5th October 2026
Retail & Wholesale
Trade show for barbers and hair brands to showcase their latest style trends and innovative products, with over 150 exhibitors expected to attend it is Europe's biggest barber show. Event held at the ExCel Exhibition and Convention Centre, London, UK.
Event Dates: 4th-5th October 2026
5th
Services & Leisure
Trade show for the hospitality industry, showcasing the latest information for small independent hoteliers and giving businesses the opportunity to meet and discuss new ideas with over 200 businesses. Event held at the Olympia Exhibition Centre, London, UK.
Event Dates: 5th-6th October 2026
6th
Health & Education
Conference and exhibition for all aspects of learning and development from school level to higher education and vocational training, with over 500 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, UK.
Event Dates: 6th-7th October 2026
7th
Health & Education
Trade show for the healthcare industry, showcasing the latest information, tools and services available for the general practice and primary care sectors, with over 200 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, UK.
Event Dates: 7th-8th October 2026
Manufacturing & Construction
Trade show dedicated to showcasing the latest innovative ideas, tools and machinery for the engineering industry, with over 200 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at the Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, UK.
Event Dates: 7th-8th October 2026
Manufacturing & Construction
Trade show for the manufacturing industry, showcasing the latest tools and services for the surface treatment, product finishing and coatings sectors, with over 450 leading exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at The NEC, Birmingham, UK.
Event Dates: 7th-8th October 2026
Cross Sector
Trade show for the recruitment industry, showcasing the latest job opportunities from leading businesses and offering visitors advice from leading professionals, with over 800 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, UK.
Event Dates: 7th-8th October 2026
8th
Services & Leisure
Trade show for the travel and tourism industry, showcasing the latest information from coach operators and travel agencies, with over 400 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at The Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes, UK.
Event Date: 8th October 2026
9th
Manufacturing & Construction
Trade show for the construction industry, showcasing the latest tools and technologies available, with over 350 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at Kempton Park Racecourse, Middlesex, UK.
Event Dates: 9th-11th October 2026
11th
Health & Education
Major national pharmaceutical products exhibition covering primary and secondary care pharmacists and the latest trends in drug development with over 300 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, UK.
Event Dates: 11th-12th October 2026
13th
Health & Education
Major trade show for manufacturers and suppliers for the healthcare industry showcasing the latest trends and innovations, with over 200 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at Manchester Central, Manchester, UK.
Event Dates: 13th-14th October 2026
Cross Sector
Trade show for the human resource industry. Showcasing the latest information in expert-led content covering topics in employee engagement, workplace equality and diversity. With over 1,500 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at ExCel, London, UK.
Event Dates: 13th-14th October 2026
14th
Manufacturing & Construction
Trade show for the smart building sector, showcasing products and services for sustainability, building automation, energy efficiency, lighting and controls, with over 100 exhibitors to attend. Event held at the ExCel Exhibition and Convention Centre, London, UK.
Event Dates: 14th-15th October 2026
Manufacturing & Construction
Trade show for the financial and housing industry, showcasing the latest investment products, information and services available to landlords in the UK, with over 200 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at Old Trafford, Manchester, UK
Event Date: 14th October 2026
Manufacturing & Construction
Trade show for the construction industry in Wales, including new and innovative products and services, industry experts and advice and support, with over 70 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at Swansea.com Stadium, Swansea, UK
Event Date: 14th October 2026
Transport & Utilities
Trade show for the highways industry, showcasing the latest information from people and organisations involved in the planning, building, operating and future-proofing the UK's road network, with over 300 experts expected to attend. Event held at NEC, Birmingham, UK.
Event Dates: 14th-15th October 2026
18th
Health & Education
Trade show for the retail industry, showcasing the latest products, fashion and accessories for the babies, children and nursery sectors, with over 500 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at Harrogate Convention Centre, Harrogate, UK.
Event Dates: 18th-20th October 2026
19th
Public Services
International security summit and trade show showcasing the latest sector technology, equipment and services, featuring over 500 exhibitors. Event held at the Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester Airport, Manchester, UK.
Event Dates: 19th-20th October 2026
Services & Leisure
Trade show for the online retail and marketing industry, showcasing the latest advertising tools and tailored networking opportunities, with over 3,000 visitors set to attend. Event held at Old Billingsgate, London, UK.
Event Dates: 19th-21st October 2026
21st
Information Technology
Major European level conference for those in the innovative technology sector, with over 1,200 meetings held and 550 industry professionals expected to attend. Event held at the InterContinental London O2, London, UK.
Event Dates: 21st-22nd October 2026
22nd
Agriculture & Mining
Trade show dedicated to showcasing a range of high quality honey and wax products and giving visitors the opportunity to learn more about beekeeping equipment, with over 600 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at Sandown Park Jockey Club, Esher, UK.
Event Dates: 22nd-24th October 2026
23rd
Retail & Wholesale
Trade show for all maternity and baby retail products with the opportunity to gain expert advice from leading specialists. Over 600 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at Olympia Exhibition Centre, London, UK.
Event Dates: 23rd-25th October 2026
28th
Manufacturing & Construction
Trade show for the financial and housing industry, showcasing the latest investment products, information and services available to landlords in the UK, with over 200 leading exhibitors. Event held at the Old Billingsgate, London, UK.
Event Date: 28th October 2026
30th
Financial & Real Estate
Major regional homebuilding and renovation event for self builders and renovators and housing project managers in the North of England. With over 240 exhibitors expected to attend. Event held at Harrogate International Centre, Harrogate, UK.
Event Dates: 30th October 2026-1st November 2026
