UK Games Expo 2025

UK Games Expo 2025

UK Games Expo is the largest tabletop gaming convention in the UK, featuring new game demos, tournaments, retailer showcases, and family-friendly entertainment.

Speakers

Board game designers, publishers, and reviewers present on mechanics design, playtesting, and indie game publishing strategies.

Types of Attendees

Board game players, developers, distributors, educators, and families.

Types of Exhibitors

  • Board game publishers

  • Card game creators

  • Tabletop accessories providers

  • Miniatures manufacturers

  • RPG rulebook developers

Countries Represented

UK, Germany, US, Poland, and the Netherlands.

Consumer & Pop Culture Events

The UK’s Largest Tabletop and Board Game Convention

When

May 30 – Jun 1, 2025

Venue

NEC Birmingham

Where

North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham B40 1NT

Country

United Kingdom

Phone

Visitors

48,000

Exhibitors

10

Speakers

25

Media & Entertainment

Merch Consultant Kevin van der Veer
Merch Consultant Fleur Zoutendijk

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Consumer & Pop Culture Events

The UK’s Largest Tabletop and Board Game Convention

When

May 30 – Jun 1, 2025

Venue

NEC Birmingham

Where

North Ave, Marston Green, Birmingham B40 1NT

Country

United Kingdom

Visitors

48,000

Exhibitors

10

Speakers

25

Media & Entertainment

Merch Consultant Kevin van der Veer
Merch Consultant Fleur Zoutendijk

Need merch for the event?

Schedule a call to see how we can help.

Local guide

Birmingham, United Kingdom, is one of the UK’s largest trade fair locations, offering cutting-edge corporate exhibition spaces.

Getting around

NEC Birmingham is accessible via Birmingham International Train Station and multiple WM Bus routes.

Car Rental

Car rental services are available at Birmingham Airport and city locations.

Rideshare and taxis

Uber, Bolt, and taxis operate city-wide, with airport transfers costing around £30.

parking

On-site parking available for 16,500 vehicles, costing £12 per day. Additional parking at Resorts World.

shuttle services

Shuttle services operate from key business districts to NEC Birmingham.

public transportation

West Midlands Train and bus network provide direct access to NEC Birmingham.

Nearby

Need to get around? Use Network West Midlands to find routes, schedules, and transport options.

Transport

Birmingham Airport (BHX)

East Midlands Airport (EMA)

Birmingham International Station

Accomodation

Genting Hotel Resorts World

Ibis Birmingham Airport

Hilton Birmingham Metropole

Restaurants

Sky By The Water

The Little Owl

The Elegant Eating Company

Bars and Nightlife

The World Bar

High Line Bar

Las Iguanas

Coffee

Costa Coffee

Caffè Nero

Java Lounge

Business Hubs

Birmingham Business Park

Colmore Business District

Solihull Business Park

Booth maker options

Top providers for custom, modular, and sustainable exhibition booths.

Team Tecna

Specialises in designing and building custom, sustainable exhibition stands that captivate audiences and enhance brand impact.

Booth Exhibits™

Offers eco-friendly exhibition stands crafted from recycled and renewable materials. Their designs prioritize reusability, easy disassembly, and minimal waste, effectively reducing carbon emissions.

Aluvision

Modular, reusable booths with strong branding presence.