Professional Woodworking Expo 2026 expands with major NEC co-location

The UK woodworking industry is set to come together on a much larger stage in 2026 as Professional Woodworking Expo (PWE) returns to the NEC Birmingham with an exciting new format. Taking place from 23–25 June 2026, the event will bring together thousands of professionals from across the woodworking and joinery manufacturing sector for three days of innovation, networking and hands-on discovery.

What makes the 2026 edition particularly significant is its new co-location with InstallerSHOW and the Painting & Decorating Show, creating a powerful multi-trade destination that reflects how projects are delivered in the real world.

This strategic partnership brings woodworking, installation and finishing disciplines together under one roof, providing a far broader platform for professionals across interiors, fit-out and construction.

For exhibitors and visitors alike, the benefits are clear. By aligning with the UK’s largest event for the built environment, Professional Woodworking Expo will tap into a much wider audience of contractors, manufacturers and decision-makers. The co-location allows woodworking brands to connect with professionals already attending InstallerSHOW, while painters and decorators visiting the Painting & Decorating Show can explore the machinery, materials and innovations shaping modern joinery and furniture production.

This move also reflects a wider shift across the construction and interiors sectors. Increasingly, trades are collaborating more closely across the project lifecycle, from fabrication and installation through to final finishing. By bringing these communities together at the NEC, the co-located events will create a more integrated environment for knowledge sharing, collaboration and business development.

Alongside the expanded audience reach, visitors to Professional Woodworking Expo can expect a packed programme designed specifically for the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry. The show will feature the latest machinery, tools, software and materials, with leading brands showcasing solutions to improve productivity, efficiency and craftsmanship.

Live demonstration areas will once again be a central highlight, giving visitors the chance to see cutting-edge machinery and techniques in action. Expert-led seminars will tackle key industry topics, while dedicated networking spaces will provide opportunities for professionals to exchange ideas, share experiences and build new business connections.

Nathan Garnett, Event Director for Professional Woodworking Expo at the Nineteen Group, says: “We’re seeing a tremendous level of support and enthusiasm for our plans for Professional Woodworking Expo 2026. With leading brands signing up, highly positive visitor feedback and new partners coming on board, it’s shaping up to be a lively and dynamic showcase for the sector. The sector clearly needs a large-scale event and this will be the most significant for many years.”

With more than 200 brands and over 6,000 woodworking professionals expected to attend, Professional Woodworking Expo 2026 is shaping up to be its most ambitious edition yet.

Visitors can expect to see the latest machinery from leading suppliers, including Advanced Machinery Suppliers, showcasing brands such as Leadermac, alongside Markfield Woodworking Machinery, which will be running live window-making demonstrations with Vertongen. The exhibition floor will also feature a strong line-up of exhibitors including IMA Schelling, Wagner, Mirka, Wood Waste Control, Egger, Sherwin-Williams, SawStop and Camco, among many others.

A comprehensive programme of speakers and live demonstrations will further enhance the event, with contributions from industry experts including Robin Clevett, Derek Barrett, Howdens, the British Woodworking Federation, Andy Ball of The Joinery Network and the National Association of Shopfitters, with many more still to be announced.

By combining the strengths of Professional Woodworking Expo, InstallerSHOW and the Painting & Decorating Show, the NEC Birmingham will become a true hub for the built environment this June.

Registration is now live – register to secure your place and experience the UK’s most connected event for woodworking, installation and finishing professionals: www.professionalwoodworkingexpo.com.