We’re back! Lancashire Business Expo returns to Preston Guild Hall on Friday 16 April 2027. Book your free visitor ticket or go VIP.

📅 Friday 16 April 2027

📍 Preston Guild Hall, Lancaster Road, Preston, PR1 1HT

🕘 Exhibition open: 9am–3pm

🎫 VIP entry from 8am

⏰ Last entry: 2.30pm

WE’RE BACK — AND WE’RE COMING HOME!

The Lancashire Business Expo returns to Preston Guild Hall on Friday 16 April 2027, bringing the business community back to where it all started.

After four years away, we’re excited to return to The Guild Hall for a day of new connections, familiar faces and opportunities to do business.

Whether you’ve joined us before or this will be your first Shout Expo, we’d love you to be part of our return.

Meet people. Make connections. Discover opportunities.

Each year, the Lancashire Business Expo brings together businesses and organisations from across Lancashire and the wider North West, all looking to meet new contacts, raise brand awareness and develop opportunities.

From new businesses and independent professionals to established companies and larger organisations, the exhibition offers an opportunity to discover the people, products and services available across our region.

Find suppliers, meet potential customers, explore partnerships and catch up with your existing business contacts — all under one roof.

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 make the most of a day with the Lancashire business community.

🎫 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 the Lancashire Business Expo puts your products and services in front of a regional business audience and gives you the opportunity to have conversations throughout the day.

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.

To discuss exhibiting or partnership opportunities, call 01772 935930, email info@shoutconnect.co.uk, or visit our exhibitions page (https://www.shoutconnect.co.uk/exhibitions).

📍 Plan your visit

Preston Guild Hall is in the heart of Preston city centre, close to Preston Bus Station and within walking distance of Preston Railway Station.

Public parking is available nearby, including Preston Bus Station car park. Parking charges and individual car park conditions apply.

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

📅 Discover our other 2027 expos

Keep the connections going throughout the year. Explore our other exhibitions, bringing together businesses, employers, training providers and visitors across the North West:

North West Apprenticeship and Careers Expo — Preston: Wednesday 14 April 2027, Preston Guild Hall. Click here. (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003656848571)

Liverpool Business Expo: Friday 17 September 2027, Aintree Racecourse. Click here. (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2003653032156)

North West Apprenticeship and Careers Expo — Bolton: Wednesday 20 October 2027. Click here. (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003664048105)

North West Business Expo — Bolton: Friday 22 October 2027. Click here. (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003655449386)

2027 also marks 10 years of the North West Apprenticeship and Careers Expo, which began at Preston Guild Hall in 2017.

We also have a new event under wraps, with more to be announced later this year. Watch this space!

Visit shoutconnect.co.uk/exhibitions (https://www.shoutconnect.co.uk/exhibitions) to explore our exhibition calendar.

Book your Free Visitor Pass or VIP Visitor Pass and join us as we return to Preston Guild Hall.

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