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Food and Drink Expo
FDE 2026
Exhibition
Food & Beverage
FREE
Food & Beverage
Retail
Wholesale
Foodservice
Manufacturing
13 Apr 2026
- 15 Apr 2026
National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham
United Kingdom
About This Event
Food and Drink Expo is the UK's largest trade event for the food and drink industry, bringing together over 1,200 innovative exhibitors at the NEC Birmingham. The show serves the complete food and drink supply chain, covering grocery, specialist retail, wholesale, foodservice, and hospitality sectors.
The 2026 edition is part of The UK Food & Drink Shows, co-locating with the Farm Shop & Deli Show, National Convenience Show, and Forecourt Show. A single free registration provides access to all four shows, creating the most comprehensive food and drink trade gathering in the UK.
Special interest areas include the Healthy & Natural Zone and the Plant-Based Zone supported by the Vegan Society, showcasing health-oriented, wellness, and natural products. The show features live demonstrations, tasting sessions, and an extensive seminar programme covering trends in sustainability, clean label, plant-based innovation, and export opportunities.
Organised by William Reed Ltd, Food and Drink Expo has established itself as the essential annual meeting point for food and drink professionals seeking new products, suppliers, and business opportunities.
Highlights
1,200+ exhibitors,Co-located with 3 food trade shows,Healthy & Natural Zone,Plant-Based Zone,Live demonstrations and tastings,Free trade admission
Why Attend
Food and Drink Expo is essential for food and drink trade professionals. Discover 1,200+ exhibitors across grocery, wholesale, foodservice, and hospitality. Access the Healthy & Natural Zone, Plant-Based Zone, and live tasting sessions. Free registration includes entry to all four co-located UK Food & Drink Shows at NEC Birmingham.
Why Exhibit
Exhibiting at Food and Drink Expo connects your products with thousands of trade buyers from grocery, retail, wholesale, and foodservice. As the UK's largest food and drink trade show, the exhibition delivers qualified buyers actively seeking new products and suppliers.
Who Should Attend
Buyers from retail, wholesale, foodservice, manufacturing, and hospitality sectors seeking product sourcing and business connections
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