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The Festival of Quilts

Get ready for The Festival of Quilts!

  • 1200 stunning competition quilts on display
  • 200+ exhibitors with top-quality patchwork and quilting supplies
  • Inspiring Textile Galleries from international stars and groups including Luke Haynes, QuiltCon and Sachiko Yoshido
  • 370+ workshops & talks with world-class tutors
  • Special guests include Ricky Tims and Anna Maria Parry

Don’t miss the must-see quilting event of the year – bigger, bolder, and more inspiring than ever!

Date
30 July - 2 Aug 2026
Opening Times
Thursday - Saturday 9.30am – 5.30pm
Sunday 9.30am - 4.00pm
NEC Campus
Halls 7, 8 & 9
Ticket Prices
Advance from £15.50 - £19.95
Doors from £21.50 - £26.00
Pre Pay Parking
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