kbb Birmingham, the UK’s leading trade show for kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms, is returning to the NEC from March 1–4, 2026 to celebrate its 40th anniversary.
The biennial event is set to welcome around 17,000 visitors and feature over 320 top brands spanning more than 25 product categories, showcasing the latest innovations and design trends from more than 20 countries.
The organisers highlight that this milestone year will reflect the show’s “rich legacy of showcasing cutting-edge products and design trends” while reinforcing its role as a hub for **networking, collaboration, and shaping the sector’s future.”
Sam Fisher, Event Director at kbb Birmingham, said:
"With a vibrant mix of future-focused exhibitors ready to unveil the latest in design, technology, and innovation, kbb Birmingham promises to be an unmissable experience. Whether you’re a retailer, installer, buyer, or designer, this is your chance to discover fresh ideas, connect with industry professionals, and shape the future of kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms."
Confirmed kitchen exhibitors include Smeg, Nolte Kitchens UK, Quooker, Nobilia, Transformad, and InSinkerator. Leading bathroom brands attending include Merlyn, Showerwall, Laguna Bathrooms, Aqualisa, Croydex, Vado, and Ca’Pietra, among many others.
For 2026, a new event app has been introduced to enhance the experience. Attendees and exhibitors can pre-book meetings, plan their schedule, and access all show information directly from their devices, making networking and exploring the show easier than ever.
The kbb Birmingham Innovation Awards, in partnership with Blum, also return in 2026. The awards celebrate the most creative and forward-thinking solutions across the sector, with categories including Best Sustainable Design, Judges’ Choice, and the People’s Choice, voted for by attendees during the show.
With over 100 entries submitted, the shortlisted innovations will be on display at the event. A panel of expert judges, including Andy Davies, Managing Editor of kbbreview, will assess entries based on innovation, functionality, and commercial viability.
Kbb Birmingham 2026
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