Love nothing more than a day immersed in all things green and growing? Our handpicked selection of gardening shows and events makes it easy to map out a year bursting with breath taking floral displays, innovative garden designs, and wildlife-friendly spaces. Whether you’re seeking fresh ideas for your garden or allotment — or simply fancy browsing for plants, tools, and beautiful accessories — you’ll find everything you need to reimagine your outdoor haven.
Many events feature exclusive show discounts and even the occasional freebie. You may spot well-known faces from the gardening world while picking up expert tips, clever growing techniques, and plenty of inspiration to spark your creativity.
To help you plan with ease, we’ve included handy links to shows and ticket pages. Members of the Royal Horticultural Society Royal Horticultural Society can often enjoy reduced ticket prices too.
Know of a fantastic event we’ve missed, or already planning to attend one? Let us know — we’d love to add it to the list.
Calendar
Check the online calendar for event dates.
Show Dates in 2026
11 Oct 2025 – 12 April 2026 – Kew Gardens Events
17-19Apr 2026 – The Garden Show
13-26 Apr 2026 – Harrogate Flower Show Spring
24-26 Apr 2026 – The Newark Garden Show
1-2 May 2026 – Toby’s Garden Festival
1-3 May 2026 – BBC Gardeners World Live Spring Fair
7-10 May 2026 – RHS Malvern Spring Festival
15-17 May 2026 – The National Flower Show
19-23 May 2026 – RHS Chelsea Flower Show
19-21 Jun 2026 – Blenheim Flower Show
19 Jun- 2 Aug 2026 – RHS Botanical Art & Photography Show
8-12 Jul 2026 – RHS Badminton Flower Show
10-12 Jul 2026 – The Norfolk Garden Show
11-12 Jul 2026 – The Flower and Garden Show
22-26 Juk 2026 – RHS Sandringham Flower Show
14-16 Jul 2026 – Rutland Flower Show
8-10 Sep 2026 – Glee Birmingham
11-13 Sep 2026 – BBC Gardeners World Live Autumn Fair
18-20 Sept 2026 – Harrogate Flower Show Autumn
LAF Show Exhibits
LAF has had considerable success exhibiting in shows around The North of England, and in 2014, at Chelsea. Here are some of our highlights:
2026: Leeds Allotments Federation Stand
Click here to access the list of the plants on display.
2025: Hope Towers Community Allotment Garden
2024: Nature and Nurture School Garden
2023: Then and Now: How does your allotment grow?
2022: The Back Yard allotment
2016: The Allotment Garden
Learning Days
LAF’s learning days have become very popular over the last few years.