Where? When? FAQs for visitors

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When and where

The Photography & Video Show 2026 is open from 10:00 until 17:00; Saturday, 14 March - Tuesday, 17 March.

The Photography & Video Show will be in hall 5 at the NEC Birmingham in 2026.

By CAR / PARKING

You’ll find the NEC clearly signposted from all motorways and major routes including the M42, M40 and M6 - just put B40 1NT in your sat nav. When you arrive at the NEC, look out for the show name you're visiting on the signs. Then, simply jump on a free shuttle bus to get to the halls.

Pre-pay for parking online before the day of your visit and you can save £5* (T&C's apply). Pre-book with the NEC here. Please note that The Photography & Video Show team does not have any control over the parking fees (we really wish we did!).

Alternatives:

Birmingham International Station multi-storey carpark: £12.50 on weekdays and £9.50 on weekends for short stays. JustPark and Your Parking Space are great for finding local spaces at even cheaper prices.

By TRAIN

Direct services run from Birmingham New Street to the NEC (Birmingham International Railway Station) all day, which is less than a 15-minute journey away. Many lines also run directly into Birmingham International.

By BUS / COACH

Buses and coach companies stop frequently at Birmingham Airport which is on the NEC's doorstep. All you need to do from there is take the free air-rail link to Birmingham International Railway Station, located at the upper level of Terminal 1. The train runs every two minutes and only takes 90 seconds.

You can search for great rates on nearby hotels via our accommodation partner, BCD, who can also provide a bespoke end-to-end service for group bookings. Find out more here

Ticket info

Advance rates (expire midnight on the 12 March):

Standard - £18.95 for any single day
Concession (Aged 60+, disabled, and students aged 18+ (Saturday and Sunday)) - £15.95 for any single day
Multiple days are charged at 50% discount for the 2nd, 3rd and 4th day visit.

A booking fee of £1.50 per transaction will apply.

Professional photographers, filmmakers, content creators and image-making industry representatives can apply for FREE entry to the show before 23:59 on 12 March 2026. After this time, standard ticket prices will apply to all. Find out more here

Register here

Students who are currently studying a degree or equivalent qualification in photography, video or a directly related subject can visit the show free of charge on Monday, 16 and Tuesday, 17 March. Those wishing to visit over the weekend can purchase a Concession entry ticket. We do ask for institution ID information to support student entry applications. Find out more here

To book student groups (under 18s), please contact katy.halls@futurenet.com

Get FREE student access on Monday, 16 or Tuesday, 17 March here

Under 18s are very welcome! Children under 5 go free and do not need a ticket. Children aged 5-17 go free but a ticket is required for them. All under 18s should be accompanied by an adult. Baby changing facilities are available, as is a quiet room, should it be needed.

If you are a visitor needing carer assistance, we can arrange a carer ticket free of charge.

Please email thephotographyshow@futurenet.com to request a carer ticket.

It is not mandatory to send us evidence of a disability / carer requirement but we'd appreciate it if you can send one of the following with your request:

Middle or Higher rate DLA for care and/or mobility
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) documentation
Attendance Allowance documentation
Evidence of being severely sight impaired
CredAbility Access Card with a “+1” category requirement
A recognised Assistance Dog ID card
Access Card (Nimbus)

We operate a no refund policy (stated here) on tickets bought for this year's show.

Additional info

Information about accessibility at the show can be found here

For more info about the NEC's accessibility options, check here

Food and drink will be available inside the hall at the Food Village. In addition, there are a number of cafés on the NEC's main concourse, and at Resorts World, a 10 minute walk away.

Visitors to the NEC can connect to public WiFi across the entire venue completely free of charge.

For more information about the NEC's facilities, visit the NEC FAQs page here