January Furniture Show

The January Furniture Show (JFS) 2026 is the UK’s premier trade event for premium furniture and home interiors, marking its 36th edition. Scheduled for January 18-21, 2026, at the NEC Birmingham, this four-day showcase attracts over 20,000 visitors, including interior designers, retailers, manufacturers, and industry professionals. As the only dedicated premium furniture event in the first quarter, it serves as a key platform for discovering the latest trends, innovations, and collections that will shape the year’s design landscape.

Spanning multiple halls (including expanded spaces in Halls 2 and 5), the show features around 500 exhibitors presenting more than 50,000 products. Highlights include contemporary and classic furniture, lighting, surfaces, textiles, upholstery, and specialist components. Many brands launch new collections here, offering early access to trend-setting pieces. Attendees can compare materials, finishes, and construction methods side by side, aiding informed sourcing and specification decisions.

The event emphasizes industry developments such as sustainability, craftsmanship, and evolving manufacturing practices, reflecting broader responses to client needs and environmental priorities. A refreshed layout and larger footprint enhance the visitor experience.

A new addition for 2026 is the inaugural Excellence in Furniture Awards, a gala dinner on January 19 celebrating outstanding design and commercial success. This adds a celebratory dimension to the trade-focused event.

JFS remains essential for networking, business deals, and staying ahead in the competitive furniture sector. Registration is open via the official website, with free entry for trade visitors. This concentrated overview of the interiors market positions JFS as a pivotal moment in the annual calendar.