The Nation's Experience Capital

The Nation's Experience Capital The UK's most iconic event destination.

🎟️FAQs & Events: www.thenec.co.uk The NEC is where brands are born, products are launched and networks are made.
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Home of Peppa Pig Space Adventure 🐷🚀 — book tickets at peppapigspaceadventure.co.uk
The Nation's Experience Capital, celebrating 50 years. 153 million visitors. 36,000 events. Welcoming around 2.1 million visitors each year, the venue hosts over 140 diverse trade and consumer shows and more than 400 live events and conferences. The venue team is dedicated to putting on great events. In addition to

recurring events such as Spring Fair, BBC Good Food Show and BBC Gardeners’ World, the NEC also welcomes the likes of Range Rover – who launched their Range Rover Evoque at the venue - Severn Trent, BskyB, Sainsbury’s and Royal Mail for everything from launch events and TV shows, to product engagement activity and conferences. At the NEC we put the live into life, creating unforgettable live experiences! Easy to get to
Location is one of our many strong points and we really couldn’t be better placed – we have a physical connection to Birmingham Airport and Birmingham International Railway Station, meaning you don’t even have to step outside to reach us! If you prefer to drive, we’re just minutes off the motorway and within a three hour drive time of almost 75 per cent of the UK’s population. On site, we have 16,000 car parking spaces, so we’re well equipped to accommodate you all! All the food and drink options you’d need
In addition to great events, the NEC offers visitors fantastic facilities on site. Award-winning caterer Amadeus provides everything from 200-seater cafes to quick-snack bars, while there are also well-known outlets like Starbucks, JD Wetherspoons and Jimmy Spices to choose from. Looking for flexible space? The NEC occupies a 650-acre site which offers unrivalled flexibility across more than 186,000sqm of covered exhibition space through 18 interconnecting halls. We’ve also got 32 dedicated conference rooms, offering space for 20 to 720 delegates! For more information on our services and what’s on, please visit www.thenec.co.uk or email [email protected]

September has arrived at the NEC! ✨ From Peppa Pig blasting off into space to your final chance to explore Tutankhamun’s...
05/09/2026

September has arrived at the NEC! ✨ From Peppa Pig blasting off into space to your final chance to explore Tutankhamun’s tomb, there’s plenty happening across campus this fortnight. Plus, discover the world of VTubing, meet teddy bear artists from around the world and more! Here's what's on 👇

🚀 Peppa Pig's journey to space continues! Blast off at this summers most immersive family experience, Peppa Pig Space Adventure! PLUS get one child ticket free with code COMPPPSACHILD

🏺 Your final chance to uncover the world of Tutankhamun through an unforgettable immersive journey into ancient Egypt. BE QUICK, this experience closes on 13 September!

🪂 Experience the feeling of soaring through the air at iFLY, indoor skydiving with no experience needed!

🐈 The UK’s only non-competitive cat expo, The Cat Show Live, is back for it’s third year at the NEC Birmingham to educate, inspire, and celebrate everything feline!

☀️ Dreaming of owning a holiday home or starting a new life overseas? Discover how at A Place in the Sun Live Birmingham, the UK’s biggest overseas property exhibition.

🎮 VeXpo brings VTubers and their communities together at the NEC for a celebration of the VTubing world, while creating opportunities for fans, creators and the industry to connect.

🧸 Meet teddy bear artists from around the world at Hugglets TEDDIES Festival 2026, with everything from antique and modern bears to clothes, accessories and bear-making supplies.

⚡ Driving to the NEC? Take the stress out of charging with 180 BP Pulse charge points across campus; plug in, recharge and enjoy your day!

Where will you be heading?! Drop it below and tag who you're bringing 👇

03/09/2026

🚀🌟 Ever wondered what’s inside Peppa Pig Space Adventure?

Step into Peppa’s world in this immersive walk-through experience designed especially for little explorers. Explore Peppa’s home, from the kitchen and sitting room to the children’s bedrooms, Evie’s nursery and playroom, before blasting off on a fun-filled space adventure where little ones take the lead on an out-of-this-world mission! 🐷🚀✨

🎉 One child goes FREE! Use code COMPPPSACHILD when booking and enjoy even more family fun on your adventure. Link in the comments below!

The Final Countdown is ON… ⏱️🏁Two final days. One last chance to enter the arena for the Final Whistle Weekend!Book your...
02/09/2026

The Final Countdown is ON… ⏱️🏁

Two final days. One last chance to enter the arena for the Final Whistle Weekend!

Book your tickets now for 5 & 6 September at the NEC Birmingham and be in with the chance of winning:

🏆 £1,000 for the fastest adult Eliminator time each day

🧗 £500 for the first Contender to beat Legend's record on The Wall

🎟️ Every ticket booked for the weekend is automatically entered into a prize draw to win VIP Gladiators Live Tour tickets, including a Meet & Greet with the Gladiators

✨ Plus challenges, giveaways and more!

Back to school shopping list... or secret space mission prep? 🚀🐷New backpack ✅Pencils ✅Lunchbox ✅Tickets to Peppa Pig Sp...
01/09/2026

Back to school shopping list... or secret space mission prep? 🚀🐷

New backpack ✅
Pencils ✅
Lunchbox ✅
Tickets to Peppa Pig Space Adventure ✅

One child goes free with code COMPPPSACHILD but we close for good on 8th November so do not hang about.

🔗 Link in bio

27/08/2026

No Bank Holiday plans yet? 🚀

Blast off with Peppa Pig Space Adventure. It's the immersive experience your little astronaut will not stop talking about. One child goes free when you book with code COMPPPSACHILD. But be quick. We close for good on 8th November.

🔗 Link in bio

Discover your next business opportunity at the NEC.Thinking about running your own business? The National Franchise Exhi...
26/08/2026

Discover your next business opportunity at the NEC.

Thinking about running your own business? The National Franchise Exhibition returns to the NEC, Birmingham, on 2 & 3 October, bringing together 100+ leading franchise brands, industry experts and aspiring business owners.

Meet established brands including McDonald’s, Anytime Fitness, Greene King, Home Instead and many more.

Across the two days, you can:
• Meet 100+ franchise brands and explore a wide range of business opportunities
• Attend 50+ free talks covering everything from getting started to growing your business
• Get one-to-one advice from consultants, legal experts and funding providers
• Hear inspiring keynotes from The Apprentice finalist Anisa Khan and former Dragons’ Den investor Piers Linney

Whether you’re completely new to franchising or already exploring your options, this is your opportunity to find out if franchising could be the right route for you.

NEC, Birmingham | 2 & 3 October

Find out more and register today.
Book tickets >> https://bit.ly/4wIp7Ka


Need plans this bank holiday weekend? We know just the place! ✨It’s your final chance to catch a FREE film at NEC Lakesi...
25/08/2026

Need plans this bank holiday weekend? We know just the place! ✨

It’s your final chance to catch a FREE film at NEC Lakeside before the curtain closes! Enjoy three family favourites showing throughout the weekend, and the best part? There’s no booking needed, just turn up and enjoy! 🍿

🍝 Fri 28 Aug – Ratatouille
🚗 Sat 29 Aug – Cars
🎸 Sun 30 Aug – Trolls

And the fun starts from 9:30am, with CBeebies on the big screen every day, completely FREE to enjoy!

PLUS when you’re not watching the big screen, there’s still plenty to keep the little ones entertained. From outdoor play, to exploring the activity trail or enjoying a family picnic, there’s something for everyone.

Want to make a full day of it? Our summer residencies are running all week:

🐷 Peppa Pig Space Adventure – Blast off on an out-of-this-world adventure! PLUS kids go FREE with code COMPPPSACHILD
🪂 iFLY Birmingham – Experience the thrill of human flight
👑 TutankhamunExhibition - Discover ancient Egypt, now with 20% off selected sessions this August!
💪 Gladiators Experience – Challenge your friends in the arena

PLUS

🚙 Gravity Show 2026 - One of Europe's largest automotive events lands at the NEC!

Tickets required for residencies and shows. Book in advance to avoid disappointment.

*Subject to change.


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25/08/2026

From ancient treasures to the story of a legendary pharaoh, this is your chance to experience Tutankhamun in a whole new way. Located at NEC Birmingham until 13 September only. 💫

Save 20% on senior tickets for selected sessions from 1 September on Fever!



Get your tickets here > https://bit.ly/4gJ9aOV

24/08/2026

POV: Your social media manager says, “Just one video…” 👀

The last two weeks of August are looking seriously stacked at the NEC! ✨ Peppa Pig is heading to the stars, the Gladiato...
22/08/2026

The last two weeks of August are looking seriously stacked at the NEC! ✨ Peppa Pig is heading to the stars, the Gladiators are ready for action, Tutankhamun’s tomb is waiting to be discovered, and Gravity Show is turning up the adrenaline. Plus, there’s plenty more to discover across campus!

🚀 Peppa Pig is heading to space! Join her on her first-ever space mission at Peppa Pig Space Adventure, the ultimate family experience this summer.
🍿 Catch this summer’s biggest family films on the big screen at NEC Lakeside - for FREE, in partnership with London Northwestern Railway.
🥊 Your Gladiators dreams are about to become reality! Take on the challenges, test your strength and conquer the Eliminator at the Gladiators Experience.
🏺 Enter the world of Tutankhamun through an unforgettable immersive journey into ancient Egypt — but hurry, the exhibition closes 13 September!
🪂 Your chance to fly starts at iFLY Birmingham — experience indoor skydiving at the NEC, with no experience needed and all ages welcome. 🪂
🚙 Gravity Show brings a full-throttle experience packed with live entertainment, interactive displays, exclusive merchandise and the chance to meet industry-leading brands, influencers and personalities.
⚡ Driving to the NEC? Take the stress out of charging with 180 bp pulse charge points across campus; plug in, recharge and enjoy your day!

Which one will you be heading to?! Drop it below 👇

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