Save the Date: ARE Expo Returns for Its Second Edition

Industry professionals across the amusement, retail entertainment and leisure sectors are invited to save the date for the second Amusement & Retail Entertainment Expo (ARE Expo), returning to Manchester in on 28 and 29 April, 2026 following a successful inaugural event last year.

Building on strong industry engagement, positive exhibitor feedback and a high-quality visitor audience at its launch edition, ARE Expo has quickly established itself as a relevant, modern trade exhibition for a sector undergoing rapid change.

The event brings together operators, manufacturers, technology providers, suppliers and service partners from across the amusement, gaming, retail entertainment and wider leisure industries, providing a focused platform for networking, knowledge sharing and product discovery.

Building on a Strong Foundation

The inaugural ARE Expo demonstrated clear demand for a show that reflects the convergence of amusement, retail entertainment, digital technology and experiential leisure. The second edition will build on this foundation, expanding both the exhibition floor and supporting content to reflect the evolving needs of the industry.

ARE Expo is positioned as a forward-looking, commercially relevant event, addressing real-world operational challenges while highlighting emerging opportunities across multiple venue types and business models.

What to Expect at ARE Expo 2026

The exhibition will showcase a broad mix of solutions, including:

Amusement and gaming equipment
Cash handling, cashless and payment technologies
Ticketing, redemption and access systems
Digital content, data and connectivity solutions
Compliance and operational services
A dedicated conference and workshop programme will once again run alongside the exhibition in association with The Gambling Business Group and The Amusement Network, with sessions focused on regulation, technology, data-driven insights and future venue formats.

A Strategic UK Location

Manchester will again host ARE Expo, offering excellent national and international transport links and reinforcing the show’s aim to be accessible, inclusive and commercially effective for both exhibitors and visitors.

For more details please contact karencooke@swanevents.co.uk

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29 January 2026

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