What Is Glee Birmingham? Europe’s Leading Garden Exhibition Meets Autumn Fair in 2026
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What is Glee Birmingham?
Glee Birmingham is the UK’s leading garden exhibition and garden retail trade show, bringing together 400+ exhibitors and thousands of buyers each September at the NEC Birmingham. In 2026, Glee levels up by uniting with Autumn Fair for two powerful crossover days, creating Europe’s largest retail buying event of the autumn season.
Glee Times with Autumn Fair 2026 – Key Details
- Glee Birmingham 2026: 8–10 September (Tue–Thu)
- Autumn Fair 2026: 6–9 September (Sun–Wed)
- Shared Days: 8–9 September, NEC Birmingham
- Format: Two standalone events with unique identities, but seamless visitor access during crossover dates.
Why This Partnership Matters?
1. Two Powerhouse Events, One Venue
For the first time, Glee and Autumn Fair unite to create an unparalleled garden exhibition + lifestyle & gift fair + gardening DIY trade show experience. It’s where outdoor meets indoor, and where retail boundaries blur.
2. More Value for Exhibitors
- Double exposure: Exhibit at one or both shows.
- Cross-sector buyers: Meet not only garden retailers, but also home, gift, diy and fashion buyers from Autumn Fair.
- Shared registration: One badge unlocks access to both shows on 8–9 September.
3. Bigger Audience, Bigger Opportunities
- Access thousands of additional visitors during the crossover.
- Showcase outdoor living to home retailers developing garden ranges.
- Introduce garden-inspired products to gift and lifestyle buyers.
What Visitors Will See in 2026?
- At Glee: Plants, garden care, outdoor living, landscaping, and garden centre display ideas for the next season.
- At Autumn Fair: Gifts, interiors, fashion, and lifestyle products shaping the retail calendar.
- Together: A unique marketplace where garden retail and indoor retail converge.
Why Exhibit at Glee 2026?
- Double the impact – Be seen at both Glee (8–10 Sept) and Autumn Fair (6–9 Sept).
- Cross-sector opportunities – Tap into new buyers beyond traditional garden retail.
- Bigger audience – Reach thousands more retailers exploring outdoor living and garden-inspired ranges.
- Quality leads, serious orders – Connect with buyers actively expanding into your categories.
FAQs
Q: What is Glee Birmingham?
A: Glee Birmingham is the UK’s leading garden exhibition and garden retail trade show, held 8–10 September 2026 at NEC Birmingham. It showcases 400+ exhibitors across plants, outdoor living, landscaping, gifts, and garden retail solutions.
Q: How is Glee working with Autumn Fair in 2026?
A: In 2026, Glee and Autumn Fair unite for two shared days (8–9 September). Visitors can explore both shows with a single registration, gaining access to Europe’s largest retail buying event.
Q: Why should exhibitors join Glee 2026?
A: Exhibitors benefit from double exposure, cross-sector opportunities with home and gift buyers, and a bigger audience. It’s a chance to connect with both traditional garden retail and new consumer markets.
Q: What are Glee times in 2026?
A: Glee runs 8–10 September 2026 at NEC Birmingham. Autumn Fair runs 6–9 September 2026, with crossover dates on 8–9 September.
Glee Birmingham has always been the definitive gardening exhibition for the UK and beyond. In 2026, its partnership with Autumn Fair elevates the experience, blending garden retail with gifts, interiors, and lifestyle in one powerful week at the NEC. Whether you’re a retailer, exhibitor, or buyer, Glee + Autumn Fair 2026 is where the future of retail comes together!
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