InstallerSHOW 2026

Following another record-breaking year, InstallerSHOW returns to the NEC Birmingham from 23-25 June 2026, set to be the biggest edition yet. With over 46,000 visitors, 1,500+ exhibitors, and 11 live CPD-accredited content streams, this isn't just incremental growth - 2026 marks a transformational moment as InstallerSHOW evolves into a truly comprehensive multi-trade platform. 
   
A Multi-Trade Ecosystem Under One Roof

For 2026, InstallerSHOW expands through strategic co-location with the Professional Woodworking Expo and the Painting & Decorating Show, creating one of the UK's most comprehensive platforms for installation and finishing professionals. This reflects how real-world projects are delivered, bringing together the trades that work alongside each other on site every day.

The synergy is powerful. Installers working on kitchens and bathrooms connect directly with woodworking specialists. Those fitting out commercial spaces access the latest finishing techniques. Plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and decorators - all the disciplines that must coordinate on every project - now converge in one place, creating unprecedented opportunities for networking and knowledge sharing.

Professional Woodworking Expo brings cutting-edge machinery, tools, and materials for woodworking professionals, from individual craftspeople to major furniture manufacturers. The Painting & Decorating Show delivers trusted brands and innovations in coatings, wallcoverings, and application techniques. Combined with InstallerSHOW's strengths in HVAC, plumbing, renewables, electrical, kitchens, and bathrooms, the result is unmatched breadth under one roof.

Four Dedicated Show Themes

InstallerSHOW 2026 maintains clear structure through four themes: HVAC Plumbing and Renewables, InstallerBUILD, InstallerELECTRIC, and Installer Kitchens & Bathrooms. Whether you're exploring heat pump technology, EV charging solutions, or sourcing bathroom products, you'll find focused zones for your specific interests while remaining connected to the broader event.
 
Global Expertise and Industry-Leading Content

The 2026 edition brings international perspective through the 14th World Plumbing Conference, hosted for the first time at InstallerSHOW in partnership with the World Plumbing Council and CIPHE. This global gathering connects UK professionals with international best practices and emerging standards.

Eleven content streams deliver practical learning across the show floor. The elemental Arena hosts keynote discussions on net-zero solutions. The Climate Solutions Theatre tackles heat pumps and sustainable technologies. The Solar Pavilion showcases renewable energy as it moves from optional to essential.

Free seminars, debates, and panel discussions cover regulatory updates, emerging technologies, business development, and installation best practices - all allowing visitors to curate their own learning journey.
 
Practical, Real-World Focus

InstallerSHOW's strength lies in its focus on what works on site. Live demonstrations bring products to life. Features like The HAUS explore modern construction methods. TRADES and INVENT initiatives spotlight innovations and challenger brands.

Skills take centre stage through industry partnerships. FITA's live flooring demonstrations emphasise training and standards. The NRFC's roofing competition showcases craftsmanship and emerging talent.

Built With the Industry

InstallerSHOW is developed hand-in-hand with leading trade bodies and professional organisations including NICEIC and CIPHE, ensuring content remains relevant and delivers genuine value. The Bristan Race for Change initiative concludes at the 2026 show, having raised essential funds for water, sanitation, and hygiene projects delivered by charity partner The Cycle.

Why Visit in 2026

With free registration, free parking, and excellent transport links to the NEC Birmingham, visiting has never been easier. The expanded multi-trade format means a single visit delivers broader value than ever before. Whether you're an installer, builder, specifier, or part of the supply chain, the 2026 edition offers more products, more connections, more learning, and more opportunities than any previous year.

The sheer scale creates efficiency. Rather than attending multiple separate events throughout the year, professionals can access the entire spectrum of installation and finishing expertise in three focused days. The networking possibilities alone justify the visit - connecting with manufacturers, discovering new suppliers, meeting potential collaborators, and staying current with industry developments.

For exhibitors, the numbers speak volumes. Feedback from previous years highlights strong lead generation, quality conversations, and valuable face-to-face connections that can't be replicated digitally. 

As David Ventris Field, Event Director of InstallerSHOW, puts it: "InstallerSHOW 2026 is set to be the biggest and best we have ever run. Whether you are an installer, retailer, builder, or part of the supply chain, you will find more than ever to see with record numbers of exhibitors, speakers, and features. Get it in the diary as you don't want to miss it."

From individual tradespeople discovering the latest innovations to major manufacturers sourcing solutions at scale, InstallerSHOW 2026 creates an environment where the entire industry comes together to share knowledge, do business, and shape the future of installation.

Register for InstallerSHOW here. 
Register for Painting & Decorating Show here. 
Register for Professional Woodworking Expo here. 
See you at the NEC, 23-25 June 2026.