Get ready for the UK’s most exciting gathering of food and drink professionals – Food & Drink Expo is back from 13-15 April 2026 at the NEC Birmingham. As part of the award-winning UK Food & Drink Shows, this unmissable event brings together the full spectrum of the industry from foodservice and hospitality to grocery, manufacturing, and convenience retail, all under one roof.
Whether you’re a buyer, supplier, innovator, or decision-maker, Food & Drink Expo is the ultimate destination for discovering fresh ideas, forging powerful connections, and gaining insights that shape the future of food. With more than 1,200 innovative exhibitors from the worlds of grocery, specialist retail, wholesale, foodservice and hospitality, plus a dynamic programme of content across multiple stages, the show is a must-attend gathering for industry professionals.
New for 2026: Spotlight on Future Foods
New to Food & Drink Expo this year will be a spotlight on Future Foods, celebrating the brands and innovators redefining what ‘good food’ means. This space showcases wellness-driven, clean-label, and sustainable products that deliver on taste and convenience, highlighting the disruptors shaping the future of food.
Expect to meet startups, ethical producers and forward-thinking manufacturers who are leading the charge in health, sustainability and innovation. This space is designed to inspire and inform, offering a glimpse into the future of food and the evolving demands of modern consumers.
Why Attend?
- Connect with key buyers from foodservice, supermarkets, and wholesale grocery – both large and small-scale.
- Discover cutting-edge products and services from across the food and drink landscape.
- Learn from industry leaders through a dynamic programme of talks, panels and live demos across multiple stages.
- Network with thousands of professionals who are shaping the future of food and drink.
Nigel Paine, VP of Production Planning, Carlsberg Britvic UK, said: “I think it’s just the sheer volume of people, displays and the amount of brain knowledge that’s out there. So just going around, talking to people, getting ideas, if you ever want to do networking in the industry, I can’t think of a better place to do it all in a day or two.”
Whether you’re sourcing new suppliers, exploring market trends, or looking to grow your brand, Food & Drink Expo offers unmatched access to the people, products and insights that matter most.
The event will run alongside Farm Shop & Deli Show, National Convenience Show and Forecourt Show as part of the award-winning UK Food & Drink Shows, encompassing food development, manufacturing, grocery, hospitality, specialist retail, forecourt and convenience retail under one roof. One ticket gives you access to all four shows, making it easier than ever to explore cross-sector opportunities and build lasting partnerships.
Don’t miss out – mark your calendar now for 13 – 15 April 2026 and be part of the UK’s largest food and drink event. To find out more and register your interest, visit: www.foodanddrinkexpo.co.uk
