Trade Show

January Furniture Show 2026

Name: January Furniture Show 2026
Start: 2026-01-18T09:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-01-21T17:00:00.000Z
Location: NEC Birmingham

18–21 January 2026NEC Birmingham, BirminghamTrade ShowUKSee below

About This Event

The January Furniture Show is the UK's only dedicated premium furniture and home interiors trade event in Q1, and is a cornerstone of the buying calendar for the British furniture industry. Held annually at the NEC Birmingham, it attracts around 20,000 trade visitors and over 500 exhibitors showcasing more than 50,000 products. From upholstery and cabinet furniture to beds, dining, home accessories, and flooring. The 2026 edition marks the show's 36th year with a 15% expanded footprint.

Who It's For

Trade professionals only. Furniture retailers, buyers, interior designers, specifiers, and contract furnishing professionals. Not open to the general public.

Dates & Opening Hours

18-21 January 2026. Doors open at 9:00am daily. The show runs for four days.

Getting There

By Train: Birmingham International station is a 5-minute walk via the covered Bridgelink walkway. Frequent trains run from Birmingham New Street (under 15 minutes).

By Bus: Routes X1, X12, 75/75A (National Express West Midlands) serve the venue.

By Car: Over 16,500 parking spaces. Pre-book online for £13.95 (£18.95 on the day). Express parking (closer bays) is £26.95. A free shuttle bus runs between all car parks and venue entrances during event days.

Tip: Follow NEC signage from the M42 (Junction 6). Don't rely solely on sat nav. The free Air-Rail Link from Birmingham Airport takes 90 seconds to the station.

Tickets & Registration

Free entry with online pre-registration. Register at thefurnitureshows.com with your trade credentials. No public admission.

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