North West Business Expo returns to Bolton on Friday 22 October 2027. Meet businesses from across the region — visit free or go VIP!

📅 Friday 22 October 2027

📍 The Premier Suite, Bolton Wanderers Football Club, Toughsheet Community Stadium, Burnden Way, Bolton, BL6 6JW

🕘 Exhibition open: 9am–3pm

🎫 VIP entry from 8am

⏰ Last entry: 2.30pm

🚗 Free parking — vehicle registration required

NORTH WEST BUSINESS EXPO IS BACK!

Join us on Friday 22 October 2027 as North West Business Expo returns to The Premier Suite at Bolton Wanderers Football Club.

Bringing together businesses from across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside and beyond, the exhibition is an opportunity to meet new contacts, raise your profile and discover opportunities across the North West.

With over 100 exhibitors, there’s plenty to explore, whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning for another year.

Meet people. Make connections. Discover opportunities.

Each year, North West Business Expo attracts businesses and organisations looking to build relationships, find suppliers, meet potential customers and explore partnerships.

From independent professionals and growing businesses to established companies and larger organisations, the event brings a wide range of experience, products and services together under one roof.

Catch up with familiar faces, introduce yourself to new contacts and take time to discover what other businesses can offer.

If you’re looking to build valuable connections and develop the profile of your business, start planning your visit by booking your ticket.

🎟️ Free Visitor Pass

Come along, meet new connections and discover what our exhibitors have to offer.

Your Free Visitor Pass includes admission to the exhibition from 9am until 3pm, with last entry at 2.30pm.

Explore the stands, start conversations and connect with businesses from across the North West.

🎫 VIP Visitor Pass — £20 + VAT (£24 total)

Spending the day with us? Make more of your visit with a VIP Visitor Pass.

Your VIP ticket includes:

Early entry from 8am — one hour before general admission.

Admission to the exhibition.

Access to our VIP Lounge.

Breakfast and lunch.

Drinks and refreshments.

A quieter space to work, meet contacts, network or relax away from the exhibition floor.

It’s an opportunity to spend more time with fellow visitors and exhibitors while enjoying a comfortable base for your day.

The total price is £24 per person, including VAT and all Eventbrite booking fees. There are no additional booking fees at checkout.

🏆 Exhibit with us

Ready to raise the profile of your business?

Exhibiting at North West Business Expo puts your products and services in front of businesses from across the region and gives you the opportunity to meet potential customers and partners face to face.

Our 2027 exhibition packages are:

Standard Exhibitor: £750 + VAT — 3m × 2m exhibition space.

Event Partner: £1,695 + VAT — 4m × 2m exhibition space.

Headline Partner: £4,995 + VAT — 6m × 3m exhibition space.

Partnership and headline partnership opportunities are available, alongside options for businesses looking to exhibit at multiple events.

Our team can help you choose the right package and support you from booking through to making the most of your exhibition day.

Call 01772 935930, email info@shoutconnect.co.uk, or visit our exhibitions page (https://www.shoutconnect.co.uk/exhibitions).

📍 Plan your visit

North West Business Expo takes place in The Premier Suite at Bolton Wanderers Football Club, Toughsheet Community Stadium, Burnden Way, Bolton, BL6 6JW.

Parking is free throughout the exhibition day in Car Park C.

Please enter your vehicle registration number at the event reception to validate your parking.

Horwich Parkway Railway Station is approximately a five-minute walk from the venue. Local bus services also serve the stadium area.

General admission opens at 9am, with VIP visitors welcome from 8am. The exhibition closes at 3pm, with last entry at 2.30pm.

Please check the arrival information sent before the event for entrance and parking instructions.

View the venue’s location information (https://www.boltonstadiumhotel.co.uk/location).

🤝 Two events. One week of opportunities.

Our Bolton events bring together opportunities for businesses, employers and people exploring their next step.

The North West Apprenticeship and Careers Expo takes place on Wednesday 20 October 2027, followed by North West Business Expo on Friday 22 October 2027.

Looking to recruit, connect with future talent or introduce your organisation to potential applicants? Explore how your business could get involved in the Apprenticeship and Careers Expo too.Click here. (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003664048105)

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