Registration is now officially open for Autumn Fair 2026, the UK's definitive buying destination for home, gift and fashion ahead of the peak retail trading season.
Taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 6th – 9th September 2026, the event co-locates with garden retail show Glee on the 8th – 9th September creating Europe’s biggest buying moment for home, gift, garden and fashion retail.
Bringing together 1,250+ exhibitors across both shows, Autumn Fair offers an unrivalled opportunity for retailers to source, discover and connect, all in one trip, at a critical time when Q4 ranges are being finalised.
A Bigger, Smarter Buying Opportunity
The co-location with Glee significantly expands the buying landscape, giving visitors access to a broader cross-category range and new supplier opportunities without additional cost.
With:
- 500,000+ products available for immediate purchase
- 20,000+ combined buyers
- £500m collective spend
- 80% of buyers holding buying power
- 10% increase in event footprint
- 34% rise in new buyers attending
Created for how retailers buy today, Autumn Fair 2026 is built for modern retail, and designed to help retailers make confident, commercially impactful decisions fast. Whether independent or multi-site, buyers can efficiently source new products, discover emerging brands, and secure stock ahead of the busiest trading period - over 25% of brands are new to the show and over 30% exhibit exclusively at Autumn Fair.
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