About this expo
The Occupational Therapy Show serves as the United Kingdom's leading annual gathering for occupational therapy professionals. This event brings together practitioners, suppliers, and sector leaders, functioning as both a learning and sourcing platform. It integrates a comprehensive CPD-accredited conference program with an exhibition showcasing products, services, and innovations that support occupational therapy practice across diverse settings.
Exhibitors present a range of equipment, technologies, and services designed to improve patient outcomes, including assistive technologies, software, and various solutions. The show is tailored for a broad professional audience, encompassing Occupational Therapists from the NHS, local authorities, private practice, and community settings, alongside clinical leads, service managers, rehabilitation professionals, and students.
Attendees can benefit from a comprehensive CPD-accredited conference program, which offered over 100 hours of content in 2026 across multiple theatres, featuring keynote sessions, case studies, and interactive discussions. The event is held annually at the National Exhibition Centre (The NEC) in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Highlights
5 items- Held at the National Exhibition Centre (The NEC), Birmingham, United Kingdom
- AUMA listed
- Awarded 'Best UK Trade Show' at the British Healthcare Trades Industry Awards (2024)
- Over 100 hours of CPD-accredited conference content (2026)
- Welcomed thousands of Occupational Therapists and over 270 leading healthcare suppliers (2021)
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
The Occupational Therapy Show takes place from 2026-11-25 to 2026-11-26 at the National Exhibition Centre (The NEC) in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Who organizes it?+
The event is organized by CloserStill Group Ltd. (also known as CloserStill Media).
What industries and products are covered?+
The exhibition covers equipment, technologies, and services designed to improve patient outcomes, including assistive technologies, software, and various solutions for occupational therapy practice.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
Registration for the show is free for all occupational therapists and managers working alongside equipment service teams. Trade/commercial delegates may pay to attend. Registration for the 2026 show is scheduled to open in Summer 2026.
What are the practical participation details?+
Refunds for trade/commercial delegates are available until 30 September 2025.