The Baby Show with Lidl GB

UK’s largest and best-loved pregnancy, baby, and parenting events

Next show: ExCeL London 7-9 March 2025

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The Baby Show with Lidl GB

UK’s largest and best-loved pregnancy, baby, and parenting events.

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NEC Birmingham

09-11 May 2025
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The Baby Show is back in Birmingham at the NEC next spring from 09-11 May 2025.

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Olympia London

25-27 October 2024
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We are back in London at Olympia London from 24-26 October 2025.

WHAT IS THE BABY SHOW ALL ABOUT

Key reasons to visit
The Baby Show

Visitors have the opportunity to learn from the UK's leading parenting and baby experts on everything from preparing for birth, weaning, breastfeeding, sleep, and first aid. Additionally, you can test out the very latest baby products at the best prices, and much more.

Brand highlights

Brands at The Baby Show

Our exhibitors vary from small boutiques to online stores and those not on the high street, as well as all the top well-known brands you would expect. See some of the brands we typically have on show.

Support & community

We are here to support 
you for the journey 

Supporting your journey with helpful information from our exhibitors, speakers and The Baby Show team.

 

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GOT A QUESTION?

Frequently asked questions

General Questions

 

Q. When are the next Baby Shows?

A. There are four events a year. The next events are:


 

Q. What are the opening times of The Baby Show 2024?

A. Opening times for the next show at the London, Olympia Show are as follows:

  • 09:30 am - 5:00 pm Friday 

  • 09:30 am - 5:30 pm Saturday

  • 09:30 am - 5:00 pm Sunday

 


 

Q. Why attend a baby show?

A. There are two main reasons for attending The Baby Show

  • Products - a convenient and easy one-stop-shop for all the parent, newborn, and baby products that you could need. This includes expert product advice, plus the ability to handle and compare products, so you can choose the right ones to suit your family and budget.

  • Advice - it's daunting being a new parent, so we have numerous sources of advice and information on hand at our shows, from live stage talks to product demonstrations from brands directly.

 


 

Q. Wouldn't it be easier to just buy the products I need online?

A. Whilst there are many products that are easy to understand and can be purchased online, there are many that are not!

Take a pram for instance, do you know which one is easiest for you to use, will fit in your car, and has the storage you need? Or a baby carrier, do you know which one is most comfortable for you and most suited to your lifestyle? There is nothing better than physically trying out, touching and looking at products before you buy.

There are many baby products that are best seen in person to find the one that suits you!

 


 

Q. Are products at The Baby Show more expensive than online?

A. Our exhibitors are keen to sell products at the shows and are aware this may not happen if their products are more expensive than online.

You will typically find that many of the exhibitors have special show discounts, so offering great value compared to online. Many of the large buggy, car seat and furniture brands offer best prices guaranteed. Many will deliver bulky items straight to your home too.

 


 

Q. Can children attend the shows?

A. Yes, we welcome all the family to our events and children 0-14 years can attend for free:

  • They will still require a ticket for entry.

  • If you have forgotten to book a child's ticket, these can be obtained upon arrival.

 


 

Q. How can I contact the event organisers?

A. Contact details below:

 

Ticket & Booking Queries

 

Q. When can I buy tickets and how much are they?

A. Tickets are currently available and their prices can be found by clicking on the links below:

 


 

Q. Can I buy tickets on-the-door at the venue?

A. No, however, the online ticket box office will be open on the morning of the event should you decide to wait until then.

Please note that we often have 'early bird' offers, and our lowest ticket prices will always be available to subscribers. 

 


 

Q. Can I buy tickets over the phone?

A. No, unfortunately, it is no longer possible to purchase tickets over the phone, so please book your tickets online,.

Book for Manchester Central, 7-9 June 2024

 


 

Q. After booking, can I change my ticket to a different day if I need to?

A. Yes, this is possible.

To do this contact our ticketing agent See Tickets, for links see our Ticket & Booking Queries FAQs on the relevant show page:

 


 

Q. With an e-ticket purchased online, do I need to bring a printout or show it on my smartphone?

A. We encourage you to show your ticket on your smartphone.

Please only bring a printout of our e-ticket if you do not have a smartphone. 

 


 

Q. Can I get a free ticket for my carer?

A. Yes.

If the person you are attending with has a disability that restricts their ability to attend on their own and to the extent where extra support is required, you can purchase a carer ticket. Proof of disability is requested at the point of booking in order to obtain this ticket, so please have this available to upload. A carer ticket must be accompanied by a paying visitor.

 


 

Q. Can I exchange or refund my tickets?

A. Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged, transferred, or resold for commercial gain.

 

 

Visitor Accessibility

 

Q. Is there easy access for my buggy, pram, or stroller?

A. Yes, all our venues are specifically chosen to facilitate easy access, for further details please see your chosen venue: NEC BirminghamOlympia London, ExCeL London, Manchester Central.

 


 

Q. Is there wheelchair access and wheelchair-accessible WCs?

A. Yes, our venues are also specifically chosen for very good wheelchair access along with wheelchair-accessible WCs. For further specific details please see your chosen venue: NEC BirminghamOlympia London, ExCeL London, Manchester Central.

 


 

Q. Can I get assistance during my visit?

A. Assistance is available in all our venues from the venue's highly trained staff.

 


 

Q. Do the Live Talks Stages at the shows have hearing loop facilities?

A. Yes, hearing loop facilities are available at all live talk stages at all our venues.

 


 

Q. Are BSL interpreters provided for the Live Talks Stage?

A. We do aim to provide BSL interpreters, however, check our venues NEC BirminghamOlympia London, ExCeL London, and Manchester Central prior to attending as this cannot be guaranteed.

 


 

Q. What parking facilities are available for Blue Badge holders?

A. This does vary between our venues, however, Blue Badge parking is provided at all. Please check our venues NEC BirminghamOlympia London, ExCeL London and Manchester Central. prior to attending.

 


 

Q. Can I rent a wheelchair at your venues?

A: Wheelchairs are available at all our venues, however, please check our venues NEC BirminghamOlympia London, ExCeL London and Manchester Central. prior to attending.


 

Q. Are there first aid rooms at the venues?

A. Yes, all our venues have suitable first aid rooms.

Exhibit at The Baby Show

 

Q. What options are there to exhibit at the Baby Show?

A. We offer a wide range of options from shell scheme stands to bespoke sponsorship packages to help you meet your objectives.

 


 

Q. Do you offer space-only stands?

A. Yes, space-only stands are available with no shell included, the prices typically include a service charge and public liability insurance (removed with proof of cover).

 


 

Q. Are shell scheme stands available?

A. Yes. Shell scheme stands are also available, the prices typically include a service charge and public liability insurance (removed with proof of cover).

 


 

Q. Where can I get more information about exhibiting at The Baby Show?

A. Please see our relevant pages:

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