Hotel & Hospitality Trade Shows in 2025-2026
The hospitality industry is ever-changing, making it so important for hotel owners, marketers, interior designers, and restaurateurs to stay ahead of the curve. Trade shows present the perfect opportunity for hospitality professionals to network with like-minded people, discover the most innovative products, and attend insightful seminars; all of which can be invaluable for anyone looking to grow in this highly competitive sector.
This article lists the top hotel & hospitality trade shows in the UK for 2025-2026, including when they’re on and how to find them, and highlights expos further afield in Europe that are certainly worth attending.
Hotel & Hospitality Trade Shows for 2025-2026
Here are some of the best hospitality trade shows to attend, listed in date order so you don’t miss out on those coming soon!
Lakes Hospitality Trade Show 2025
When: 26th - 27th February 2025
Where: J36 Rural Auction Centre, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7FP
Website: https://www.lakeshospitalitytradeshow.co.uk/
The Lakes Hospitality Trade Show celebrates its 48th anniversary this year, scheduled for February 26th and 27th at the J36 Exhibition Hall in Cumbria. This free-to-attend show features over 10 live demonstrations and 150 exhibitors, including Profitroom, Cumbria Tourism, LWC, and Little Hotelier, showcasing a wide array of products and services essential for the hospitality industry. The Lakes Hospitality Trade Show is expected to welcome over 1,800 visitors this year.
Horesca Professional Expo (HIP) 2025
When: 10th - 12th March 2025
Where: Av. del Partenón, 5, Barajas, 28042 Madrid, Spain
Website: https://www.expohip.com/en/
If you’re open to travelling further afield, the Horesca Professional Expo (HIP) is perhaps the most innovative and value-added event for the hospitality industry. Based in the Spanish capital of Madrid, HIP welcomes over 50,000+ owners and senior executives and showcases over 700 exhibiting companies, split into 10 innovation areas that showcase the latest developments in equipment, technology, interior design, and other new concepts.
HRC 2025
When: 17th - 19th March 2025
Where: Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL
Website: https://www.hrc.co.uk/
HRC returns for its 90th anniversary in 2025, welcoming over 30,000 trade visitors and 1,500 suppliers over 3 days; it is no surprise that HRC claims to be the UK’s leading trade event for hospitality! As part of Food, Drink & Hospitality Week, this trade show provides the perfect opportunity to explore, sample, learn, and connect with like-minded individuals to push your business forward. Some of the notable exhibitors include Andros UK, Eurostar Commodities, Multivac, and Le Nouveau Chef UK, encompassing all sides of the hospitality sector.
Food & Drink (FDE) Expo 2025
When: 7th - 9th April 2025
Where: NEC Exhibition Centre, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT
Website: https://www.foodanddrinkexpo.co.uk/
Running alongside the Farm Shop & Deli Show, National Convenience Show, and Foodex Manufacturing Solutions - all under the wider “UK Food & Drink Shows” - the Food & Drink Expo 2025 provides hospitality professionals with industry insight and inspiration for future operations. This expo contains over 1,500 innovative exhibitors from areas such as specialist retail and wholesale, welcoming household names such as Au Vodka, Filipo Berio, DASH Water, and GRIND. Following on from a successful 2024 event, FDE Expo 2025 is expecting over 30,000+ visitors over 3 days!
Hotel & Resort Innovation Expo 2025
When: 30th September - 1st October 2025
Where: Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL
Website: https://www.hotelinnovationexpo.co.uk/
The Hotel & Resort Expo is geared toward hoteliers who are looking to improve their knowledge of current industry trends and expand the function of their hotel. Featuring over 150 seminars covering important hotel-related topics, as well as endless networking opportunities from 300 exhibitors, this expo isn’t one to be missed!
Guest speakers for the 2024 event included Jamel Ben Amor from IRIS Hotels & Resorts, Basel Jabri from Canopy by Hilton by London City, and Juliet Barbe from PPHE Hotel Group, with 2025 promising even more inspiring speakers.
Independent Hotel Show 2025
When: 6th - 7th October 2025
Where: Olympia National Hall, Hammersmith Rd, London, W14 8UX
Website: https://www.independenthotelshow.co.uk/
The Independent Hotel Show is the only industry event dedicated entirely to the needs of luxury and boutique hoteliers, delivering an experience that goes above and beyond your typical trade show experience! Also featuring across cities such as Munich, Miami, and Amsterdam, the London edition contains exhibitions from over 200 product and service providers from across the hotel supply chain, such as Christy England, Zennio, TemptingPlaces, and NIO Cocktails. If you’re hoping for in-depth business discussions, the Social Business Space provides the ideal opportunity to connect with other hoteliers.
Riviera Connect – Business, Tourism and Hospitality Expo 2025
When: 16th October 2025
Where: Riviera International Centre, Chestnut Ave, Torquay, TQ2 5LZ
Website: https://riviera-connect.co.uk/
Promising an action-packed day filled with networking, inspiration, and learning, the Riviera Connect - Business, Tourism and Hospitality Expo is a free-to-attend event aimed at helping businesses grow. Now in its third year, the 2025 event is set to welcome even more exhibitors from both a local and national scale, as well as inspiring expert speakers covering hot topics that could transform your hospitality business.
EquipHotel Paris 2025
When: 2nd - 5th November 2025
Where: 1 Pl. de la Prte de Versailles, 75015 Paris, France
Website: https://www.equiphotel.com/en-gb.html
Located just a 15-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower, EquipHotel Paris is one of Europe’s leading international trade shows for hospitality professionals. Held every two years, this trade show is designed to support those within the hospitality industry through conference sessions, displays, master classes, and workshops, ensuring you leave feeling inspired and knowledgeable. The event hosts more than 80,000 professionals and 1,200 exhibitors across areas such as Hotel Design and Food Service, catering to the needs of all sides of hospitality.
Tips for Attending Trade Shows
Attending trade shows, expos, and conferences is a great opportunity for the future of your business, but there are some things to keep in mind to make your experience even better:
- Plan Ahead: Research exhibitors and event schedules, and make sure you’ve booked your ticket in advance!
- Bring Business Cards: You’ll want others to be able to follow up with you, so have plenty of business cards on hand for networking opportunities.
- Actively Engage: Ask plenty of questions, attend demonstrations, and participate in workshops or seminars.
- Take Notes: Jot down key contacts you’ve met, new ideas, and industry insights to follow up on after the event.
- Review and Reflect: After the event, review what you’ve learned and plan how to implement new ideas for your own business.
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