Get ready for Birmingham’s biggest winter crafting celebration as two inspiring creative shows come together at the NEC - with even more festive magic included!
Explore bustling aisles of crafting supplies, sewing inspiration, festive makes and hands‑on creativity, all wrapped up in the excitement of the winter season.
- Includes access to The Creative Craft Show, Sewing for Pleasure – Winter Edition, Cake International & Bake International and Simply Christmas Birmingham
- Shop from 100+ independent & international craft brands with the latest supplies
- Take part in festive workshops, taster sessions & hands‑on creative experiences
- Discover aisles of fabric, yarn, stitching tools & sewing essentials
- Explore festive gifts, handmade décor & Christmas inspiration all under one roof
- Enjoy expert demonstrations, live talks & creative sessions suitable for all skill levels
4 days, 4 shows, 1 ticket: Discover the UK’s best craft & sewing event in Birmingham
- Dates: Thursday 5th November – Sunday 8th November 2026
- Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages | Under 16s go free with an accompanying adult
- Duration: 9:30am – 5:00pm (4:30pm Sunday)
- Location: NEC Birmingham, North Avenue, B40 1NT
- Tickets include: Entry to The Creative Craft Show, Sewing for Pleasure – Winter Edition, Cake International & Bake International and Simply Christmas Birmingham
- Please note: Cake International & Bake International take place from Friday 6th November - Sunday 8th November.
Explore a world of winter creativity across four craft exhibitions in Birmingham
- The Creative Craft Show:
- Showcases everything from papercraft and mixed media to jewellery making and home‑style crafts.
- With hands‑on sessions, Creative Den workshops and Craft Academy masterclasses
- The perfect place to learn something new, discover new products and be inspired by top makers.
Sewing for Pleasure: - A dream for dressmakers, quilters and sewists.
- Discover fabrics, patterns, machines, haberdashery, threads and sewing tools for every skill level.
- Enjoy expert demonstrations, textile workshops and specialist sessions celebrating the sewing community.
- Simply Christmas:
- Showcases bespoke, unique and handmade products that you'll be excited to wrap ready for the big day.
- Visit more new exhibitors than ever, along with competitions where you can win some huge prizes!
- Cake International and Bake International:
- The biggest, best and original cake decorating & sugar craft show
- Featuring the worlds biggest cake competition - entries are impressive!
- Play the ultimate guessing game with food so good you won't even know it's cake!
Enjoy creativity with a Christmas flair; experience Simply Christmas in Birmingham
Across The Creative Craft Show & Sewing for Pleasure, visitors can immerse themselves in a rich programme of workshops, live demonstrations and interactive creative zones. With hundreds of specialist exhibitors, you can browse brand‑new supplies, watch experts at work and learn techniques across knitting, stitching, mixed media, embroidery, quilting, papercraft and more.
After exploring, discovering and shopping at The Creative Craft Show & Sewing for Pleasure, head nextdoor & uncover the most magical season of the year at Simply Christmas, or decipher 'Is it Real or is it Cake?' at the Cake International and Bake International - access included in your tickets!
- Try new techniques with Make & Take mini workshops led by expert tutors
- Shop from a wide range of fabric suppliers, pattern designers & craft retailers
- Speak directly with knowledgeable exhibitors for guidance & creative tips
- Find inspiration through live demonstrations & creative feature areas
- Access exclusive products, tools & materials only available at the show
- Experience the brand-new Christmas event, Simply Christmas
- Shop for bespoke & unique finds that'll look perfect under the Christmas Tree
- Visit the biggest, best and original cake decorating and sugar craft show
Book your Birmingham NEC winter craft show tickets today and enjoy a festive, creative and inspiring day out - all four shows included in one ticket! Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS.