FAQs

The Business Show London is the biggest trade event in the UK and Europe dedicated to startups, SMEs, entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals looking to find knowledge, skills, and services they can use to either start or scale their business.

The Business Show takes place at Excel London, an international exhibition and convention centre (located in the Royal Docks, near Canary Wharf).

The Business Show 2026 is on Wednesday the 11th & Thursday the 12th of November 2026.   

Day 1 will run from 10am to 5pm. Day 2 will run from 10am to 4pm. 

Yes. The show is entirely free for attendees. You can secure a free ticket for you, a friend, or a colleague here.

There are no hidden costs of attending the show, including all keynotes, panels, seminars, and masterclasses.

Securing a spot in our masterclasses and speed networking sessions in advance is necessary, but they are still free to register for. 

Sign up or register for your free ticket to attend The Business Show London here.

The Excel London is connected to London by a cable car station, alongside the Elizabeth Line, three DLR stations, and a number of available bus services. Additionally, there is available parking for those who drive.

Find out more about how to get to the show on our Visitor Information Page.

Yes. The Excel is fully accessible with lift access, ramps, and facilities available for those with mobility needs.

For specific needs, contact the venue directly. 

Yes. The event is open to international visitors and the Excel's fantastic public transport connections make it incredibly easy to join us.

Please note that we cannot provide Visa assistance or invitation letters, although you are welcome to use the confirmation of your ticket registration in this process. 

No. The Business Show is strictly a trade-only event and is open to business owners, professionals, and industry decision-makers only. Students are not permitted to attend.

No. This is a trade-only event designed for business professionals and is not suitable for children. Entry is restricted to adults only.

Guide and assistance dogs are permitted as per UK standards. No animals outside of this are welcome to attend. 

Attendees have highlighted the entrepreneurial energy of the event by driving them forward with actionable insights and the chance to make intense connections in a short period of time as value drivers for attending. Additionally, many similar shows charge attendees to visit, attend seminars, and more. With the entire show being free to attend, the value of participating is clear.

You can read testimonials from attendees, exhibitors, and speakers here.

Yes. The Business Show offers a variety of networking opportunities. Make connections walking the show floor, chat to fellow participants in masterclasses, or make a record-breaking amount of connections in only an hour by signing up for speed networking.

With 25,000 likeminded attendees attending the same event over two days, the opportunities for networking are extensive. 

Find the full list of masterclasses, seminars, and panels at The Business Show London in our digital showguide here.

No. Our masterclasses and speednetworking sessions require an advanced sign up. However, this is at no charge. 

The Business Show London showguide outlines schedules, exhibitors, speakers, and show highlights. Each attendee receives a physical copy either at the show or in advance.

There is also a digital showguide available, which you can view here. They are an essential tool to making the most out of the show, giving you the opportunity to plan your visit and not miss a moment. 

To see the 2026 exhibitors at The Business Show London, view our exhibitor listings here.

The Business Show has broad coverage in different industries and sectors. Industries represented at The Business Show London include but are not limited to marketing, consulting, legal services, HR, PR, AI, finance, tech, and ecommerce.  

Yes. The Business Show is specifically built for startups, SMEs, and new businesses. This demographic can truly benefit from the networking and upskilling opportunities available at the show, alongside gaining invaluable insight and advice.

The Business Show London runs alongside Going Global Live, an event for business owners looking to take their brand worldwide, which takes place in the same hall. Find out more about Going Global Live here. 

As of The Business Show 2025, the show is also co-located with the White & Private Label Expo series. 

No. Certain keynotes, seminars, and panels will only take place on one day of the two day event. Additionally, with the size of the show, it would be near impossible to cover everything waiting for you.

However, attendees are welcome to only attend one day of the show with the understanding that they will not be able to have the full experience. 

Our official partner for The Business Show London is HotelPlanner. Find out more about visiting us in our Visitor Information.

Exhibiting at The Business Show London gives businesses that work with SMEs and entrepreneurs a platform to increase brand visibility, generate warm leads, and cement brand authority with their target audience on a massive scale. 

Read more about why businesses should consider exhibiting here.

The exhibitor profile at The Business Show is businesses that provide services or solutions to SMEs. There is a broad representation of sectors, so their target audience is the common factor.