There is now less than a month to go until the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event 2026, which takes place at the NEC Birmingham from 3-4 June.
The event will bring together thousands of garage owners, bodyshop professionals, technicians and future talent for two days of networking, learning and innovation.
Visitors can expect a dynamic show floor packed with leading suppliers, live demos and new product showcases, alongside a wide range of interactive feature areas.
Highlights include the new Bodyshop Village, a dedicated space for collision repair professionals to explore the latest tools, paint and refinishing solutions, and the Workshop Theatre, delivering practical seminars on diagnostics, EV repair, ADAS and more.
BODYSHOP BUZZ
On top of that, visitors from the repair sector will have free access to the Bodyshop Magazine Lounge in partnership with the NBRA (stand H10), and on the first afternoon of the trade show (from 4pm on 3 June), Bodyshop Mag will be hosting the BODYSHOP BUZZ party powered by Core Diagnostics. It’s free for everyone who registers in advance on our website, and it’s guaranteed to be the hottest networking event at UKGBE this year.
Meanwhile, the Paint & Spray Live feature will return with a fully operational spraybooth hosting live demonstrations, while the Collision & Detail Lab, in partnership with Bodyshop Magazine, offers expert-led sessions on everything from dent removal to paint correction.
Management
For business owners and managers, the Business Management Theatre will provide actionable insights into profitability, sustainability and adapting to industry change.
The event will also continue to support the next generation through initiatives like the Ignite Arena and dedicated Student Programme, offering hands-on experiences, career insights and opportunities to connect with industry professionals.
Joanne Knowles, event director at Messe Frankfurt, organisers of the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event, said: “More than just a trade show, the UK Garage & Bodyshop Event is your ultimate hands-on experience. Dive into live demonstrations and over 80 expert-led training sessions, all designed to inspire and upskill UK garages, bodyshops, and detailers.”
