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PLASA Show 2023

PLASA Show

6-8 September 2026 | Olympia, London

ABOUT THE SHOW

PLASA Show 2023

UK's market-leading trade event for professionals and students working in live entertainment technology

PLASA Show will return to Olympia, London from 6-8 September 2026 to showcase all that is new, and all that is possible in Audio, AV, Lighting, Rigging and Staging.

ABOUT PLASA SHOW

PLASA Show is the UK’s leading international trade event for live entertainment technology. Each year, the show brings together thousands of professionals and students across lighting, audio, AV, rigging and staging.

Across three inspiring days, explore a dynamic exhibition, full of leading industry brands that showcase the latest entertainment technology.

Beyond the show floor, immerse yourself in a rich programme of educational content - from expert-led seminars and technical training to explorations of entertainment technology’s history, alongside dedicated spaces for networking, careers, and next-generation talent.

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Visitors network at the PLASA Members’ Lounge during PLASA Show London 2025, with displays celebrating LSi Magazine’s 40th anniversary and past Lighting & Sound International covers.

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PLASA provides a voice to address vital industry issues, and its members benefit from a suite of business services, technical resources, bespoke industry services, and networking opportunities.

Furthermore, PLASA runs the widely recognised National Rigging Certificate (NRC) and National Event lifting Training (NELT), which aim to create safe working conditions and promote best working practices. 

PLASA also spearheaded the WeMakeEvents campaign during the pandemic to call for urgent support and recognition for the live events supply chain. 

In addition to hosting PLASA Focus Leeds and PLASA Show in London, PLASA publishes the market-leading LSi magazine, which delivers trustworthy content for industry professionals around the world. 

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ABOUT OUR OFFICIAL MEDIA OUTLET, LSi

Since 1985, Light & Sound International (LSi) has been the leading publication serving the broad range of the entertainment, presentation and events industries.

Familiar to thousands of entertainment technology professionals worldwide, LSi offers the best coverage of entertainment technology in all its forms, including theatre, live touring, installations, visitor attractions and more, as well as technical reviews of the products and in-depth profiles of the people and companies who make it all possible.

As well as a monthly publication, LSi also runs a daily online news service, and shares its entire back catalogue of publications free-of-charge, both of which form an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the most up-to-date news, and our industry’s rich history. 

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MEASURING OUR CARBON EMISSIONS WITH TRACE

We’re proud to measure our event carbon footprint across Scopes 1, 2 and 3 with TRACE by isla, the carbon measurement platform for events.

Our badge shows we prioritise accurate, comparable data, and we work with our supply chain to generate credible insights that shape our carbon reduction strategies and drive change in the events industry.

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WHY EXHIBITORS LOVE PLASA SHOW

  • “It was another successful year for us at Robe, and all thanks go to the incredible PLASA team for putting together a fabulous show... We are privileged to headline sponsor the show and cannot wait until 2026 when we get to do it all over again!”
    Katie Walker
    Robe
  • “...the level of interest in our stand was fantastic. We had valuable conversations with a wide range of professionals, from rental houses to production companies... Overall, PLASA was an important platform for us to connect with the live events community, and we’re looking forward to coming back.”
    Emily Clark
    Top-Teks (New exhibitor 2025)
  • "PLASA Show is the perfect platform for us to connect with existing customers, catch up with industry friends and forge valuable new relationships, attracting visitors to our stand from all corners of the UK, Ireland and Europe.”
    Theresa Gibson
    Area Four UK
  • “PLASA Show 2025 was buzzing with energy... The company enjoyed engaging with an endless stream of visitors and creating valuable relationships. These shows aren’t just about tech, they’re about community!”
    Lois Williams
    Luminous Show Technology (New exhibitor 2025)
  • “The event provided an excellent opportunity to showcase our products and solutions to a broad and enthusiastic audience. Each year, we see more and more professionals attending the exhibition, allowing us to have valuable conversations and expand our network.”
    Rudy Velders
    beamZ
  • “City Theatrical was proud to exhibit once again at PLASA Show. This year’s show provided an exceptional platform to connect with lighting professionals, designers, and technicians from across the UK and beyond.”
    Kelly Porteous
    City Theatrical
  • “The vibe was electric, and we welcomed visitors from over 25 countries. Our goals going into the show were ambitious, but we’re proud to say they were not only met — they were surpassed. The strong international presence and high engagement made it clear: PLASA is the place to be.”
    Nils De Laeter
    Frameled (New exhibitor 2025)
  • “We have been proud to exhibit at PLASA Show for over 20 years, and 2025 was one of the best yet. Despite the challenges of train strikes, the show attracted an impressive audience, a real testament to the strength and importance of the event.”
    Steve Austin
    Flightcase Warehouse
  • “Darkstar Props were first-time exhibitors to PLASA show this year and the show did not disappoint... we were really impressed by the quantity of visitors to the show and the number of worthwhile interactions we had with potential new clients.”
    Angela Gibson
    Darkstar Events UK (New exhibitor 2025)
  • “We enjoyed a constant stream of high-quality conversations across both our stand and dedicated demo room. The show continues to be an excellent platform for connecting with industry professionals and sharing our latest innovations.”
    Tom Weldon
    KV2 Audio
  • “The new bigger show footprint gave an electric atmosphere, giving us some great interactions with existing and new connections looking to support the charity… Backup is incredibly grateful to PLASA for their continued support of the industry charity and for helping us raise awareness!”
    Jessica Allan
    Backup Tech
  • “The steady flow of visitors to our stand provided a number of opportunities to demonstrate our solutions and engage in meaningful conversations. The high level of interest in our offerings led to many promising leads, reinforcing our belief in the value of participating in the show.”
    Charlie Henden
    Leisuretec
  • “PLASA Show continues to gain momentum and for us, the show was consistently busy throughout, with an excellent quality of customer.”
    Graham Hill
    Elation

 

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6-8 September 2026 | Olympia, London