A simpler way to deliver large-scale events
INTRODUCING BOXED.
A simpler way to deliver large-scale events
BOXED. is a new event solution from the NEC that transforms one of our flexible blank canvas halls into a purpose-built event environment.
Everything you need to deliver a large-scale conference, product launch or brand activation is already in place from day one. Seating, drape and essential infrastructure are included, so you can focus on delivering your event – not building it.
Why choose BOXED?
Scalable Space
adapts to your event
for up to 10,000 delegates
Budget Certainty
one upfront cost
with optional upgrades
Reduced Build Time
minimal set up with infrastructure in place
Delegate Experience
everything together in
one connected space
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
Purpose-Built Convenience. Blank Canvas Flexibility.
Traditional conference venues offer convenience, but fixed layouts and capacities can limit what’s possible. Event halls give you creative freedom, but often require more suppliers, planning and resource to bring your vision to life.
BOXED. gives you the best of both worlds. A professionally designed environment with the flexibility of an NEC hall, so you can shape your event around your audience - not the venue - with more cost certainty and less delivery complexity.
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Built around your brief
Shape your event around your vision, not the constraints of a traditional venue.
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Confidence from day one
Integrated event infrastructure simplifies planning, coordination and delivery.
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Scale around your ambitions
Designed to grow with your event, adapt to evolving formats and audience numbers.
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More choice when it matters
Access preferred dates that may not be available in a purpose-built conference venue.
Built Around Your Brief
No two events are the same. That’s why BOXED. flexes around your brief, adapting to different formats, audiences and objectives to create exceptional experiences every time.
Conferences
National conferences, strategy days and leadership events should do more than just share updates – they should inspire and leave a lasting impression. BOXED. gives you the freedom to move beyond traditional conference formats to create experiences that engage delegates, strengthen connections and deliver far more than a day of presentations.
- Engaging layouts beyond traditional formats
- Creative catering - street food to fine dining
- Scalable space that grow with your audience
Product Launches and Activations
Whether you’re unveiling a new product, hosting a client launch or creating an immersive brand activation, BOXED. makes it possible to build experiences that capture attention and bring your vision to life.
- Layouts designed around your concept
- Production, branding and AV options
- Scalable space for memorable experiences
Roadshows
When your event needs to evolve year after year, BOXED. provides a scalable, repeatable solution that can adapt to changing audiences, objectives and formats whilst keeping planning simple and costs predictable.
- Flexible spaces that scale with your audience
- Consistent experiences across every event
- Simple, efficient set-up with room to evolve
Dinners, Awards and Parties
From elegant awards dinners to high-energy staff celebrations, BOXED. transforms an empty hall into a fully immersive environment that creates the right atmosphere for every occasion.
- Flexible layouts for dining, entertainment and networking
- Creative lighting, staging and production options
- Space to create memorable delegate experiences
Associations and Expos
Whether you’re bringing together members, exhibitors or industry professionals, BOXED. provides a flexible environment that supports knowledge sharing, networking and exhibition space in one seamless event.
- Flexible layouts for content, exhibitions and networking
- Accommodate changing delegate numbers
- Purpose-built space without complexity
Everything you’d expect from a purpose-built conference venue in Birmingham, with the flexibility to make the event space your own. Our new BOXED. solution includes the essential infrastructure to deliver large-scale conferences and experiential events, so you can focus on creating an engaging delegate experience.
☑ Delegate Seating
Pre-configured theatre or cabaret seating for events up to 10,000 delegates
☑ Production Ready
Power, rigging and event WiFi included to simplify set up and delivery
☑ Engaging Formats
Installed drape system create dedicated event zones tailored to your brief
☑ Organiser Essentials
Security, cleaning, waste removal and delegate parking included as standard
☑ Event Branding
Personalise your arrival with branded entrance graphics
☑ Event Support
Experienced event teams supporting you from planning through to delivery
Make BOXED.
Your Own
Your Own
Personalise your space with optional upgrades
Graphics and
Audio Visual
Furnishings
and Cloakroom
Custom
Catering Options
Additional
Event Draping
Let’s Explore BOXED. Together
Every event has different requirements. Speak to our team to discover whether BOXED. is the right solution for your event or let us recommend the best approach and event space based on your brief, objectives and budget.