INDX National Kids Footwear Show 2026 | Opening times and show schedule

Opening times

Sunday 15 February 2026: 9am-5pm
Monday 16 February 2026: 9am-4pm

Onsite catering & hospitality events

NEW INDX Brew Bar (free)
Fresh beans. One touch. Back to business.
Enjoy complimentary, bean-to-cup coffees, teas, and biscuits on us. We’ve upgraded our self-serve stations to ensure you get a premium caffeine fix without the queue.
Location: Cranmore I (ground floor)

NEW INDX Express (charged)
Freshly prepped. Ready to go.
From speciality barista coffee and crafted bakes, to artisan sandwiches and seasonal salads, this is a new curated ‘on-the-go’ offer for those on the move.
Location: Cranmore I (ground floor)

The Dining Room (charged)
Curated seasonal farm-to-fork lunches, plus barista coffee, served seated.
Location: Ground Floor (ground floor)

Networking Social
Sunday 15 February 2026: From 5pm
Location: The Loft (first floor)
Courtesy of our event hosts, AIS, who are celebrating their 50th anniversary, all visitors and exhibitors are invited to join the INDX team for drinks, nibbles, and live music. An informal chance to get together, catch-up and celebrate the industry.

Additional Buyer-focused event programme

Trend Presentations with Fiona Coleman, Leading Trend Consultant
Sunday 15 February 2026: 10.30am-11am
Monday 16 February 2026: 10.30am-11am
Location: Cranmore I (ground floor)
Fiona Coleman will present three key trends from her A/W 26/27 preview in CWB Magazine, as well as a seasonal top 10, during an exclusive presentation at 10.30am on both days of the show. Covering key colours, materials, details and prints, and featuring brands exhibiting at the show, this is a must-see for buyers.

Starting her career as a children’s wear designer, she has worked with brands including Paul Smith, Liberty, M&S, Next, Naturino, Oilily and Uniqlo. Fiona spent 10 years at WGSN, working with a wide range of clients across interiors, tech, automotive, beauty, sport and fashion. As well as being a regular speaker at events, she writes for B2B publications, including CWB, and is President of Intercolor, a global platform for future colour trends.

Meet the Experts Zone
Location: Cranmore I (ground floor). Available daily during the show.
The Footwear Hub: Foot development, health and what makes a good fit.
Fiona Coleman: Trend forecasting
Nicola Perring, The Nest: Sustainability within the industry
Don't miss this unique opportunity to seek advice and support from this season's featured industry experts.

Useful Links

INDX Website: Authentic, Trend-Led Trade Shows | INDX Shows
INDX National Kids Footwear Show information/registration: National Kids Footwear Show | INDX Shows
AIS Website: UK Leading Buying Group | Associated Independent Stores
Cranmore Park Website: Conference, Event & Exhibition Venue In West Midlands | Cranmore Park

Contact Us

info@indxshows.co.uk