The Source Roadshow 2027 is already seeing strong early exhibitor momentum, with leading foodservice operators and regional producers confirming their return ahead of the South West trade event.

Registration is now live for Glee 2026, which returns to the NEC Birmingham this September alongside Autumn Fair, creating Europe’s largest retail buying event.

SOLEX 26’s Loving Outdoor Living area combines live outdoor cooking displays, relaxed networking and retail inspiration, showcasing BBQs, firepits and outdoor kitchens in an engaging lifestyle setting. Read more - open to all

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The team behind Hot Off the Potting Bench at BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2026 urges breeders and growers to enter new plants, offering judging, publicity, TV exposure and public feedback. Read more - open to all

PATS has announced the launch of a new Hosted Buyer Programme for its 2026 edition, with registration now officially open. This initiative facilitates curated, face-to-face meetings between senior retail buyers and exhibitors. Read more - open to all

The inaugural Source Roadshow at the Bath & West Showground attracted 140 exhibitors and strong buyer engagement, with high satisfaction and plans already underway for an expanded 2027 event. Read more - open to all

After consulting with exhibitors Spoga+gafa in Cologne will change dates to the first weeks of September from 2027.  The 2026 show will proceed as planned from June 22 to 24. Read more - members only

Glee has confirmed its East of England Roadshow will take place on 30 April at Gates Garden Centre.

The Glee Roadshow returns in March, visiting the East of England for the first time to bring garden retailers together to discuss current trends, challenges and opportunities.

The founders of the Garden Press Event, Richard Jackson and Guy Burtenshaw, fronted the ribbon cutting on the 20^th edition of the show, at which several products and campaigns were launched. Read more - members only

Spring Fair 2026 returns with record-breaking new brand launches, exclusive products and innovation across gift, home, fashion and lifestyle, reinforcing its status as the UK’s essential buying event.

With less than two months to go, the 2026 Giving & Living trade show prepares to showcase new gift, home, and coastal-themed ranges for retailers at Westpoint Exeter from 18–20 January.

Glee will return to Spring Fair in February 2026, creating a major early-season buying touchpoint that connects garden retail suppliers with Spring Fair’s broad cross-category audience at the NEC Birmingham. Read more - members only

Spring Fair 2026 unveils a bold new campaign, Retail Alchemists – Masters of the Mix, transforming the UK’s biggest retail showcase into an immersive experience where creativity, commerce and community converge. Read more - open to all

Pet retailers, distributors and garden centres are being urged to register now for PATS 2026, as free trade visitor registration opens ahead of the UK’s largest pet and aquatics industry exhibition.

Blue Diamond and Taylors Bulbs among the Gold medal winners at RHS Chelsea.  Sustainability in the show gardens with crushed stone paths.  Plus high and low-tech. Read more - open to all

With six weeks to go until the National Plant Show, the HTA has announced that the event is shaping up to be the largest yet, with more than 260 exhibitor stands already confirmed and a new networking and collaboration zone, sponsored by Sinclair. Read more - open to all

Registration is now open for Autumn Fair 2026, co-locating with Glee 2026 at the NEC Birmingham in September. Read more - open to all

APL members secured top awards at Harrogate Spring Flower Show, including Best in Show, showcasing creative compact gardens designed for modern urban living.

RHS unveils the line-up for the debut RHS Badminton Flower Show on the Badminton Estate from 8–12 July 2026, celebrating restorative gardens for people and the planet. Read more - members only

PATS 2026 will introduce an expanded New Product Awards programme and gala dinner at the NEC Birmingham, recognising innovation and retail excellence across the pet industry.

The BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair returns to Beaulieu with gardens, plant nurseries, talks and workshops, offering visitors inspiration, shopping, food, and access to the estate’s attractions.

Visitor registration has opened for the National Plant Show 2026, bringing growers, suppliers and retailers together to showcase new plants, innovations and industry developments.

Lock in your hotel stay with our special £100 hotel offer including breakfast exclusively available from 1st–31st March only. Read more - open to all

Following a successful inaugural event in 2024, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is pleased to announce the return of FutureGrow Expo later this year, which is now open for bookings. Read more - open to all

Expowest Cornwall returns to Wadebridge on 3–4 March, giving hospitality and retail buyers the chance to discover new products, meet suppliers face-to-face, and enjoy the true value of trying before buying. Read more - open to all

Somerset businesses can access unparalleled networking, insight and innovation on 25 February 2026, as the Source Roadshow and Visit Somerset AGM & Conference run side-by-side at the Bath & West Showground. Read more - open to all

Scotland’s Trade Fair Spring returns in January with new products, expert talks, trend insights and networking opportunities, offering retailers vital guidance on marketing, merchandising, legislation and the future of high streets. Read more - open to all

Registration is now open for Spring Fair 2026, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 1–4 February. The UK’s leading Home, Gift, and Fashion showcase returns with new sectors, immersive experiences, and a bold reimagining of retail connections. Read more - open to all