Trade show
SOLEX - The Summer Outdoor Living Exhibition 2026
SOLEX 2026 is the Summer Outdoor Living Exhibition, a major three-day trade event for the outdoor leisure industry, taking place from July 7-9, 2026 at Hall 5 of the NEC in Birmingham. Organized by LOFA (Leisure and Outdoor Furniture Association), it showcases new products, trends, and innovations in garden furniture, barbecues, outdoor heating, and related accessories. The event attracts quality buyers from garden centers, department stores, online retailers, and other industry professionals, offering exhibitors free marketing, porterage, and entry into New Product Awards.
SOLEX 2026 is the Summer Outdoor Living Exhibition, a major three-day trade event for the outdoor leisure industry, taking place from July 7-9, 2026 at Hall 5 of the NEC in Birmingham. Organized by LOFA (Leisure and Outdoor Furniture Association), it showcases new products, trends, and innovations in garden furniture, barbecues, outdoor heating, and related accessories. The event attracts quality buyers from garden centers, department stores, online retailers, and other industry professionals, offering exhibitors free marketing, porterage, and entry into New Product Awards.
Event details
- Dates: 7–9 Jul 2026
- Venue: Hall 5, National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
- Industry: Outdoor Living, Garden Furniture, Barbecues, Outdoor Leisure
- Category: Trade show
Audience scale
- Exhibitors: 70+
- Attendees: 1,800+
Why exhibit
Exhibit at SOLEX to showcase your outdoor living products to high-end retailers, garden centres, and industry professionals. Benefit from free marketing, free porterage and forklifts, entry into New Product Awards, and the opportunity to network in a relaxed, trade-focused environment. The exhibition is exclusively for LOFA members, ensuring a committed and quality audience.
Why visit
Visit SOLEX to discover the latest trends and innovations in outdoor living, from barbecues and garden furniture to shading and outdoor heating. Meet leading manufacturers and suppliers under one roof, compare products, and establish valuable business relationships. Admission is free for retail outdoor leisure industry professionals.
Exhibitor profile
- Barbecues
- Grills
- Pizza Ovens
- Smokers
- Outdoor Kitchens
- Garden Furniture
- Tables
- Chairs
- Hammocks
- Garden Decoration
- Water Features
- Sculptures
- Outdoor Heating
- Firepits
- Patio Heaters
- Outdoor Health
- Hot Tubs
- Spas
- Outdoor Entertainment
- Speakers
- Lighting
- Garden Leisure Buildings
- Garden Rooms
- Storage
- Shading
- Parasols
- Awnings
Visitor profile
- Retail Buyers
- Garden Centre Owners
- Department Store Buyers
- Online Retailers
- DIY Store Buyers
- Industry Professionals
- Contract Market Buyers
Industries
- Outdoor Living
- Garden Furniture
- Barbecues
- Outdoor Leisure
Organisers
- LOFA - The Leisure and Outdoor Furniture Association
- The Premier Promotions and Exhibitions Limited