Four highlights to see at The Sign Show 2026
We highlight a selection of the exhibitors and special features that you can find at The Sign Show 2026, which will return alongside The Print Show tomorrow
The Sign Show has officially opened for 2026, with thousands of attendees set to descend on NEC Birmingham for the return of the annual signage and graphics showcase
The doors to The Sign Show 2026 have opened, with visitors descending on the NEC Birmingham for the annual exhibition dedicated to the UK signage and graphics markets.
Taking place in Hall 1 of the NEC from September 29th to October 1st, the exhibition will play host to a plethora of leading names in sign-making technology, as well as a broad selection of specialist suppliers.
The Sign Show 2026 is once again co-locating with The Print Show after a successful debut in 2025, allowing those in attendance to explore the latest developments across both sign-making and print under one roof at the NEC.
Alongside a sold-out show floor packed with exhibitors and leading manufacturers, the co-located dual event is also hosting a series of special features to help visitors get the most out of their day.
The Sign Show has launched a new feature for 2026: the PPF Knowledge Hub, a dedicated area showcasing the fast-growing paint protection film (PPF) sector and the commercial opportunities it presents for businesses in the vehicle graphics sector.
Located near the rear of the hall, the PPF Knowledge Hub will host live demonstrations throughout the event, offering visitors the chance to see PPF application techniques up close, gain practical insights from industry experts, and learn more about the products and processes involved.
Returning this year, the Traditional Sign-Making Masterclass will once again allow visitors to get hands-on with some of the most well-loved forms of traditional sign-making. Attendees will be treated to live demonstrations of crafts including sign-writing, screen printing on a flat table and on walls, and both water and transfer leaf gilding.
Also within the Traditional Sign-Making Masterclass area, visitors will have the chance to see small wooden items and learn more about the techniques used to create these pieces.
Alongside this, The Print Show area of the hall will offer features including The Knowledge Zone, the event’s official speaker area which will host experts from various areas of the print and sign market. Attendees can also explore new features including the all-new Print Show Podcast Booth and the dedicated Print Mastermind Live area offering business advice and networking opportunities.
Anyone interested in attending The Sign Show can register for free upon arrival at the NEC. Hall 1 is in easy reach of Birmingham International railway station, while parking is available close to the hall.
