The NMBS Exhibition will return to the Coventry Building Society Arena in Coventry on 15 and 16 April 2026.
This news follows a hugely successful 2025 event, which reportedly brought merchants and suppliers together in record numbers. The NMBS Exhibition welcomed over 280 exhibitors and 1,125 visitors over two days, reinforcing the event’s “reputation as the UK’s leading exhibition for merchants.”
Attendees took full advantage of the buying and networking opportunities, with more than 15,000 interactions recorded between members and exhibitors, which was the highest figure in the event’s history.
With a strong line-up of exhibitors expected again for 2026, NMBS suppliers will offer substantial exhibition rebates, discounts and promotions only available to NMBS members who attend, visit supplier stands and place orders during the week of the event.
CEO Kevin Williams said: “Building on the momentum and record engagement we saw in 2025, this year’s event will once again allow merchants to do business, strengthen supplier relationships and discover new products and services that can make a real difference for their customer relationships and branch performance.
“As a buying society, our role is to help members stay competitive and resilient in a market as it continues to evolve. We are looking forward to welcoming members and suppliers back to Coventry in April and making 2026 another standout event for the merchant community.”
NMBS will also host its annual Gala Dinner after the first day of the NMBS Exhibition, providing an evening of networking and entertainment for the attendees.
To find out more and register for a free ticket, visit www.nmbs.co.uk/events/nmbs-exhibition-2026
