Festivals at the NEC

100 acres of hardstanding provide the ideal outdoor event space, with no wet grass, waterlogging or mud to contend with. Easier for vehicle and visitor movements. Easier for build, whatever your content. And with a variety of environments to book as your event grows.

75% of the UK population are within 3 hours by road and rail - giving you outstanding national reach. International too, with the airport connecting into the venue in minutes. Ideal for smooth journeys on the way in – and out – of your event, all done in a day.

We’re fully licensed across the venue, indoors and outdoors – and with no neighbours, no noise issues and no curfews you can play into the early hours, knowing your permits are taken care of. With no need to apply for licenses you save time, money and stress.

18 versatile high-ceiling inter-connectable halls provide ‘blank canvasses’ where anything and everything is possible, creating all sorts and sizes of space for events. Combining indoor and outdoor space enables you to add content too, with total flexibility as your event grows.

With all the essential infrastructure already in place to facilitate large events, there’s no need to bring it yourself. And with 47 years of event experience, our on-site teams can support you with everything from event and operations management to security and catering, whenever you want.

The NEC’s self-contained campus enables you to think big and be creative, with security and privacy ensured.  And with Resorts World and thousands of hotel rooms on site we’re a 24/7 destination. So your audience – and staff – can stay overnight,  waking refreshed and ready for the action.