From travel to tech, retail to EVs, November is one of the busiest months in ExCeL’s calendar. Here’s what’s on, and where to put your feet up afterwards.
If you work in business, retail, tech or logistics, there’s a good chance November has a date for you at ExCeL London. The venue is hosting a packed run of tradeshows, expos and conferences, with some of the busiest days landing in themiddle of the month.
Whether you’re exhibiting, visiting or just trying to work out which week to avoid the crowds, here’s your guide to what’s on.
● #RISKEurope: 10-11thNovember
● The Business Show London 2026: 11-12th November
● B2B Marketing Live: 18-19th November
● London Vet Show: 19-20th November
● HOMESUK: 24-25th November
● London Build Expo: 25-26th November
● Care Management Show: 27th November
● Dragon meet: 28th November
● Body Power Metabolic Health Conference: 28-29th November
Plusthe immersive event, the Wundrful World of Christmas on 11th November - 24thDecember
Business comes to the Docklands
If one week defines the month, it’s this one. On 11-12th November, ExCeL hosts The Business Show London alongside Smart Retail Tech Expo, Retail Supply Chain& Logistics Expo, eCommerce Packaging & Labelling Expo and Going GlobalLive, plus Event Tech Live, the Paper & Tissue Show and the White & Private Label Expo.
For anyone in retail, eCommerce or scaling a business, that’s a lot of relevantconversations under one roof across two days. It also means the area will bebusy, so book your table and your bed early.
Make a night of it
Big shows mean long days with early starts and miles of exhibition floor to explore. When the doors close, you’ll want somewhere that feels a world away from a conference hall but is close enough to get to - without needing to battle on the tube or navigate the buses. Would a walk along the River Thames be appealing?
The Fox Connaught is just a few minutes away from the ExCeL. You can walk there in around 10 minutes along the Thames Path or hop on the DLR for one stop, then it’s a 5 minute walk to our traditional tavern.
When you arrive you’ll be warmly greeted by our team, offered a drink and a bite to eat and shown to your cosy room upstairs. The next day after a glorious night’s sleep, you’ll be invited to choose your breakfast before you head out once more. Simple, straightforward and comfortable. Book your room today: https://www.foxconnaught.co.uk/
Book your room now
Show weeks fill up quickly, and November is likely to be busy with all the shows and with Docklands Christmas parties taking place (we like to start the celebrations early in the Docklands!). If you know when you’re visiting, booking early is the best way to secure a room and a table. https://www.foxconnaught.co.uk/
Whatever brings you to ExCeL this November, make the Fox Connaught tavern part of your trip. Come for lunch, stay for a drink, or book a room and make a night of it.
Remember that we’re easy to find and a great place to stay
Heading to the Fox couldn't be simpler.We've got a large car park on site, so driving is no issue. Coming by publictransport? We're a short walk from both the DLR and Elizabeth Line, making usan easy stop whether you're a local or a friend who we’re yet to meet.
See you soon!