Vendex Midlands 2026 – Register Now

Vendex Midlands 2026 – Registration Now Open

“20% Larger Than Last Year’s Show as New Exhibitor Demand Accelerates”

Milton Keynes, UK – 09 February 2026 – Vendex Midlands 2026, the UK’s leading exhibition dedicated to vending, unattended retail, and micro markets, will return to Arena MK on 25 March 2026, and is already 20% larger than last year’s Midlands show and 10% larger than the previously largest Vendex event held in November, driven by accelerating demand from new exhibitors.

With over two months remaining until the event, the expanded floorplan reflects strong momentum across the unattended retail sector and increasing confidence from suppliers targeting the UK market. The growth brings additional stand space, a broader exhibitor mix, and a stronger overall showcase for operators, retailers, and buyers.

Vendex Midlands 2026 will welcome a significant increase in new and first-time exhibitors, including a growing number of international companies. Exhibitors from across Europe and beyond will present the latest innovations in vending technology, micro markets, smart refrigeration, payment systems, fresh food solutions, and connected retail platforms.

In addition to new product launches, many exhibitors will be offering unrepeatable, on-the-day-only show deals, available exclusively to visitors attending Vendex Midlands 2026. These time-limited offers are designed to reward in-person engagement and support faster commercial decision-making.

“The pace of new exhibitor demand this early in the cycle has been exceptional,” said Matthew Derry, Director of Vendex. “It underlines Vendex’s position as a highly focused, commercial event where suppliers can meet serious operators and generate real business outcomes in a single day.”

The one-day exhibition is free to attend for business professionals and is designed to deliver maximum value in a short, efficient format. Visitors can expect hands-on demonstrations, direct access to decision-makers, and practical insight into how unattended retail is evolving across workplaces, travel hubs, healthcare, education, and retail environments.

Vendex Midlands has built a reputation for combining relevance with scale, offering a highly efficient alternative to larger, multi-day exhibitions. The 2026 edition reinforces this position with a larger show floor, stronger international participation, and the widest range of solutions the Midlands event has hosted to date.