The Midlands’ most popular Christmas Fair celebrates 30 years

Festive Gift Fair returns to NEC Birmingham 19th to 22nd November 2026, for its landmark 30th Anniversary.

Tickets go on sale 1st of September!

30 Years of Festive Magic

For 30 years the Festive Gift Fair has been the annual tradition that kicks off Christmas for thousands of shoppers for four spectacular days of shopping,
food, drink and live festive entertainment.

Christmas shopping starts here! The fair has built an incredible and loyal following of over 30,000 visitors. Tickets sold out in 2025, making 2026 the one not to miss!

This year the fair moves into Hall 17 at the NEC – a larger hall to celebrate 30
years in style, with more stalls, and even more festive magic…

You would be crackers to miss it! Visitors can browse 325 eclectic stalls brimming over with thousands upon thousands of unusual gifts, affordable presents, gorgeous decorations, jewellery, crafts, fashion, beauty, toys and artisan food and drink – an eclectic mix of brands from across the UK and beyond. Something for every age, taste and budget, all under one roof.

From the moment you arrive you’ll be caught up in the fabulous festive atmosphere. It’s an Aladdin’s cave of sparkling stalls offering more choice, more variety and more fun than the high street – retail therapy at its very best, and a really fun day out! Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle trying to find gifts elsewhere – discover a surprise around every corner and get your festive preparations off to a flying start!

Dates: Thursday 19th to Sunday 22nd November 2026
Times: 9:30am to 5pm daily
Venue: Hall 17, NEC Birmingham
By train: Birmingham International Station is right at the NEC – walk under cover to Hall 17.
By car: Satnav: B40 1NT. Well signposted from the M5 and M6, junction 6 of the M42. Plenty of parking on site.
Tickets: On sale from 1st September 2026 – pre-book only, no door sales
Book tickets: www.festivegiftfair.co.uk