Lancashire Business Expo 2026

The Lancashire Business Expo is back and promises to be bigger and better than ever before! The exhibition returns to The Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre, within the University of Lancashire campus on Friday the 27th of March 2026.

‎ Each year the Exhibition attracts a mixture of businesses from across Lancashire, all looking to meet new contacts, raise brand awareness and develop opportunities. With up to 150 exhibitors, and more than 1800 people expected to visit, the Lancashire Business Expo is a staple of the Lancashire business calendar and one that any Lancashire based business can not afford to miss.

If you’re looking to build valuable new connections, raise brand awareness and develop the profile of your business, start to plan your visit now by confirming your ticket.

️ Free Visitor Pass

If you are looking to attend, meet some new connections and find out what the exhibitors have to offer, the free visitor pass is the perfect opportunity to meet 1000’s of new people all under one roof!

Visitor Pass Plus

Spending the day with us? The Visitor Pass Plus will give you access to the exhibitions very own Exhibition Lounge. Our lounge offers an exclusive area to relax, network and enjoy access to snacks and refreshments.

It’s an opportunity to network with both visitors and exhibitors away from the busy exhibition floor and with access to both breakfast and lunch – you’ll be fuelled up ready to make the most of your visit – Plus! You’ll be able to enter the event at 8am, one hour before everyone else!

‎ Exhibit with us

Ready to really stand out from the crowd? Exhibiting at the Lancashire Business Expo will open up unlimited new opportunities and showcase your products and services to the Lancashire business audience.

Our packages include everything you’ll need for the day – no expensive upsells! Each exhibitor receives our Furniture Pack (Table, Chairs, Table Cloth), access to Power and WiFi, and breakfast and lunch for two visitors in our Exhibition lounge – plus we’ll pre-promote your exhibition space in the lead up to the event.

⭐ We also have partnership and headline partnerships available on all of our events, plus packages for those looking to book multiple events. Contact a member of the Shout Team on (01772) 935930, or e-mail [email protected].

Plan your visit

Located in the heart of Preston City Centre, the Lancashire Business Expo is surrounded by ample public car parks. The venue is a short walk from both Preston Bus Station and Preston Train Station. Doors will be open from 9am until 3pm.

Join us at one of the biggest B2B expos in the North West! Our events bring together hundreds of businesses, professionals, and organisations to connect, collaborate, and grow. Find out more about this event — and explore our other expos happening this year:

Lancashire Business Expo – 27th March 2026
Cumbria Business Expo – 5th June 2026
Liverpool Business Expo – 18th September 2026
North West Business Expo – 23rd October 2026