Once again, the furniture industry will be uniting at the NEC Birmingham for the January Furniture Show (JFS) from 19-22 January 2025.
Not only is JFS the UK’s largest furniture show, it is now the only global show taking place in January 2025, making it an unmissable sourcing and networking opportunity for any industry professional. JFS holds the chance for suppliers and buyers alike to stay ahead of the curve and see the trends and designs shaping the future of furniture and interiors. In its 37th year, JFS continues to champion the industry, showcasing craftsmanship and playing an integral part in boosting attendee and exhibitor commercial success.
JFS sets the benchmark for exceptional design attracting a global audience, attendees will have the chance to explore over 500 international brands and suppliers. Set out across 4 distinct sectors: Premium Design, Home & Lifestyle, Living, Dining & Cabinet, and Upholstery & Beds – JFS will showcase the best in classic, innovative, and contemporary modern design, featuring everything from standout pieces to accessible, mass-market options.
Following the success of the 2024 edition, this year the show promises to be bigger and better! With only 3 months to go, Hall 1 has already sold out and as a result been made bigger to accommodate even more brands including the likes of Maxfurn, Sofa Connections, Nicoletti Home, Qualita, ACTONA GROUP A/S, At The Helm, A.L.F. UNO S.P.A., Ego Italiano, Baker Furniture, Whitemeadow, Hooker Furnishings amongst many more. As the first show of the year, JFS will be the stage for new and established brands to present their new collections, giving attendees the opportunity to explore over 50,000 new launches at the start of Q1.
Beyond the impressive number of new products, JFS fosters the perfect environment for connections and collaboration. There are ample opportunities to network with over 20,000 UK and international industry professionals, representing major retailers like Sofology, DFS, ScS, Wayfair, NEXT, Furniture Village, Marks & Spencer, Argos, John Lewis, The Very Group, and many more. Whether it’s at the Champagne Bar in Hall 2, the Crafting the Future Networking Hub in Hall 5 or the brand-new Social Studio in Hall 2, JFS offers endless networking opportunities.
Over the show’s 4 days, there will also be a host of events where retailers, exhibitors, interior designers, architects, garden centre buyers, property developers, manufacturers and wholesalers can connect, including the return of the Furniture Awards, which takes place Sunday evening. Attendees and exhibitors can celebrate the winners at the Show Party that same evening, offering the perfect casual setting to mingle, enhance your business connections and foster new relationships. Monday’s Happy Hour will host the not-to-be-missed announcement of the winners of the Best Stand Award. Tuesday the Women in Furniture Network will host their ‘Celebrating Success’ event, where women from across the industry will come together for an evening of networking coupled with inspirational discussion from our panel of experts.
Don’t miss this opportunity to play a part in defining the future of furniture. Register now for JFS 2025 and build the future of furniture, together. www.thefurnitureshows.com / www.bigfurnitureshow.com/jfs
