The Pharmacy Show 2026

The Pharmacy Show is the UK's largest dedicated trade show and education conference for the community and primary care pharmacy sector, held over two days at the NEC Birmingham. Pharmacy professionals test new equipment, services and technology, hear sector updates from expert speakers across nine theatres, take part in hands-on training and meet suppliers, wholesalers and peers in one place.

What is on

The 2026 edition combines an exhibition with an extensive education programme.

• Conference programme across nine theatres
• The Practical, Clinical and Consultation Forum
• Vaccination training courses
• Workshops and a networking zone
• Superintendents Forum with the Independent Pharmacies Association
• Pharmacy technician content in partnership with APTUK

Topics in 2026

Sessions address the changes reshaping community pharmacy, including the new Pharmacy First pathways, independent prescribing moving from policy to practice, public health and prevention, and leadership, workforce and careers.

Speakers

Confirmed speakers include Alastair Buxton (Director of NHS Services, Community Pharmacy England), Ali Sparke and Anne Joshua of NHS England, Julie Boora of TribElle and Vicki Roberts of Community Pharmacy England.

Who attends

The show is for UK healthcare professionals across the multi-disciplinary pharmacy team: pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, owners, multiples and pharmacy groups. Undergraduate students and under-18s are not admitted, in line with the ABPI Code of Practice.

Tickets & passes

• Healthcare professional pass — Free: For UK-registered healthcare professionals and pharmacy leaders; subject to vetting
• Commercial delegate pass — GBP 249: Plus VAT and a GBP 4 admin fee