the only consumer skydiving event in the uk
Skydive the Expo – 30th & 31st January 2026
East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham
This must-attend two-day event features exciting and educational talks from some of the biggest names in our sport, as well as our legendary exhibition hall showcasing industry-leading manufacturers.
What is skydive the expo?
Two action-packed days at the EMCC, Nottingham. Catch up with friends, learn from expert seminars, meet the brands behind your gear and bag a bargain.
With 30+ exhibitors, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re new to the sport or a seasoned pro.
Why attend?
Skydive the Expo brings the whole community together under one roof for two full days of ideas, kit and inspiration. Explore the latest containers, canopies, suits, audibles and tech, get practical tips in bite-size seminars, and chat directly with the people who design, rig and service your equipment. It’s the easiest way to compare products, plan your season and reconnect with jump buddies from across the UK and beyond.
What’s on?
Seminars & workshops: canopy skills, safety, rigging insights, team training, and more.
Exhibitor hall: 30+ brands with hands-on demos and show-only offers.
Community meet-ups: DZs, teams and coaches—network, recruit and plan your year.
Live Q&As: straight answers from manufacturers and subject-matter experts.
Awards & prize draw
Don’t miss the British Skydiving Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements from the past year. While you’re here, enter our free prize draw—just register here for your chance to win some amazing gear and goodies.
skydive the world dinner
Join us for Skydive The World Dinner, and experience an array of interesting dishes from around the world.
This year, we’re doing things a little differently.
The dinner has evolved from a formal sit-down meal into a more inclusive and flexible experience that lets everyone mingle, eat, and celebrate together.
You can still dress up, sit with your friends and enjoy a great night out — we’ve simply changed how the food is served to make the evening more relaxed and enjoyable for all.
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schedule: Friday 30th January 2026
Expo open
12pm – 7pm
The exhibition hall will be open to all attendees from 12pm
dinner
7pm – 11pm
Friday’s dinner option at the Orchard Hotel will be a Chinese Buffet open to all.
schedule: saturday 31st January 2026
Agm & aWARDS
10am – 12:30pm
Celebrate achievements and help shape the year ahead.
Board Meeting
12:30pm
New Board convenes—strategy, governance, next steps.
Keynote speakers
TBC
Big ideas to kick-start the season.
Prize Draw
5pm – 5:30pm
Register and win gear and goodies—must be present.
ENTERTAINMENT
10pm – 2am
Live set by your favourite skydiving band ‘Wingin It’, then DJ—dance into the small hours.
Visit us at EMCC, Nottingham UK
The A52 between priory roundabout and QMC roundabout will be reduced to a single lane in one direction eastbound with occasional overnight full closures. For full information, please visit their website A52 Nottingham corridor – National Highways
What does this mean for us?
To prevent the campus from becoming a short cut for drivers during the works, barriers will be put in place from 7am-7pm daily, which will mean that you will not be able to drive through campus.
Barriers will be located by Cripps Health Centre and Hallward (on cut through lane between Hallwood and The New Theatre) – Please see map below.
If you are coming to The Orchard/EMCC, you will need to use West Entrance.