The Photography & Video Show (TPVS, to its friends) will be returning to its spiritual home this year at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK. The dates for your diary are Saturday, March 14 to Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Tickets for the UK's biggest photo and video expo start at just £12.76 using the discount code below, while students can enjoy FREE entry on designated days.
The packed four-day event will feature over 500+ talks and live demos at no additional charge, the opportunity to get hands-on with the latest kit from the biggest brands in the biz, not to mention exclusive access to show-day deals.
Scroll down for further information and know that I’ll be keeping this page updated as and when new details emerge, right up until the first day of the show. Whether you’re a prospective exhibitor, professional creative, photography or video enthusiast, or a complete beginner developing an interest in the imaging industry, if you’re available any day from March 14-17 and can make it to Birmingham’s NEC, you won’t want to miss out!
The Photography & Video Show: Tickets
General entry:
Standard – £18.95 for any single day (save 20% using code DCW26, if you book in advance)
Concessions – £15.95 for any single day (save 20% using code DCW26, if you book in advance). Aged 60+ and disabled visitors. Also students aged 18+ on Saturday and Sunday.
Children – children under 18s go FREE, but a ticket is required for those aged 5-17
Multiple-day discount – Multiple days are charged at 50% discount for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th day visit.
Professional / Trade entry – Professional photographers, filmmakers, content creators, and image-making industry representatives can apply for FREE entry to the show. All applications are verified, as it is essential for us to understand our visiting audience and tailor the show content appropriately. Find out more here
Students – Students can attend FREE on Monday, 16 March and Tuesday, 17 March. Find out more here. Entry for students on Saturday and Sunday is charged at the Concesssions rate of £15.95 for any single day (save 20% using code DCW26 if booked in advance)
A booking fee of £1.50 per transaction will apply.
The Photography & Video Show: FAQs
- When: Saturday-Tuesday March 14-17, 2026
- Where: Hall 5, National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK
- Show program: Free printed show guide for all visitors, collect at entrance
- Times: 10:00 until 17:00 each day
- Travel by train: the exhibition is a short covered walk from Birmingham International railway station
- Travel by plane: there is a free Air-Link monorail that links Bimingham International airport to the NEC halls
- Travel by car: there is extensive car parking available at the NEC, with a bus service to the halls. Pre-pay for parking online before the day of your visit and save £5. Use the postcode B40 1NT in your satnav.
- Children: under 18s go FREE, but a ticket is required for those aged 5-17
- Information: For further information on accessibility, food, Wi-Fi access, travel, and more, please visit the TPVS website
The Photography & Video Show: Brands & retailers
If you’re on the hunt for a new (or used) camera, have got your eye on a particular lens, are still looking for the perfect camera bag, or are finally wanting to invest in a decent tripod, the Photography & Video Show provides you access to a plethora of brands and retailers, all under one roof.
That includes many of the biggest names in the business, including Adobe, Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon, OM System, Pentax, Sigma, Sony, and many more. I can’t think of a better place to try before you buy!
Better yet, if you find something you like, you’ll have two of the UK’s largest camera retailers on hand, Wex Photo Video and London Camera Exchange (LCE), to boot!
You can find a comprehensive list of the confirmed brands and exhibitors here, with more yet to be revealed.
The Photography & Video Show 2026: The stages
Analogue Stage
A celebration of the art of traditional film photography and the darkroom, this is the place to learn about a variety of analog techniques and processes (both stills and cine), with insights into projects about non-digital applications, along with interactive. demos. Sponsored by AG Photolab.
Photo Live
This live-action, tethered-shooting stage will have practical demos on subjects such as lighting, posing, working with models, and capturing movement. Sponsored by Capture One.
Editing & Post-Production Suite
This is the place to learn about all aspects of image editing and post-production, with a series of seminars covering workflow tips and techniques for both stills and video, across a variety of software applications. Sponsored by MPB.
Behind the Lens Theatre
This stage, sponsored by Hahnemühle Fine Art, offers insight into the techniques and stories behind images and projects, as well as inspirational sessions from world-class imaging educators in a series of talks and interviews.
Fundamentals Stage
We have replaced the separate paid-for 'beginner', 'turning pro' and 'pro' masterclasses with free show-floor content, offering a range of talks to build the foundations that you need to continue your creative journey. Sponsored by Shimoda, Tenba & Benro.
In Motion Studio
A theatre for all things moving image, this is designed to offer insight into producing engaging content, storytelling, and creating projects using different video and filmmaking techniques, no matter what your level.
Creator Stage
This program is dedicated to online content creation on platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and more. Aimed both at existing and budding creators, as well as photo and video pros looking to boost their business via social channels, this stage will have talks on everything from online community building to getting started in vlogging.
Creator Playground
With a series of sets and studios, this is the place to have fun, let your imagination run riot, and create your own content!
The Photography & Video Show: Speakers
The Photography & Video Show isn’t just about the latest camera tech and gear acquisition; it also provides incredible access to a huge variety of live talks, panels, demos, and Q&As, so you can get inspired and take your photography to the next level.
Over 130 speakers have already been confirmed, with more on the way, covering a wide variety of styles and genres. Whether you’re into landscapes, wildlife, portraits, weddings, drones, content creation, social media, or video, there’s something for you.
Notable names on this year's list include American fashion photographer Lindsay Adler, street photography ace Adam Schaller, and veteran landscape photographer Charlie Waite. You can peruse the full list of confirmed speakers here.
Visit Digital Camera World (stand F45)
Whether you’re an avid reader of the UK’s best-selling photography magazine, Digital Camera World, or a regular on the Digital Camera World website, why not stop by stand (F45) to take out a subscription or simply chat to members of the team?
The Photography & Video Show Podcast
If March 14 can’t come soon enough, you can get into the TPVS spirit by joining David McClelland, host of the Photography & Video Show Podcast, released on the first Thursday of every month. There, you can enjoy interviews and news from across the imaging realm, ahead of the show itself.
About the Photography & Video Show
The Photography & Video Show first launched in 2014 at the NEC, where it ran annually until 2024 (with a gap during the COVID years). Last year, it was held in the ExCel Center, London, for the first time, and going forward, it will alternate between Birmingham and London – and so is back at the NEC for 2026.
If you head over to the TPVS website, you can purchase tickets, be kept abreast of the latest developments, and even book a stand.
One thing I can say for sure is that it's going to be an unmissable event if you're even the slightest bit interested in photography. I look forward to seeing you there!
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