Skills Expo 2026

Skills Expo 2026 is Worcestershire’s largest careers, skills and training event, bringing together young people, parents and carers, employers, training providers and education partners under one roof.

Previously known as the Worcestershire Skills Show, the event has grown into a flagship countywide showcase of opportunity. Formerly known as the Worcestershire Skills Show, the Expo has evolved into a flagship countywide event designed to inspire ambition, raise awareness of opportunities and help people make informed choices about their future.

Taking place at Sixways Stadium, Skills Expo provides a vibrant, interactive environment where visitors can explore career pathways, speak directly to employers and providers, and discover how skills learned today can lead to real opportunities tomorrow.

Why Attend Skills Expo

Skills Expo is designed to support people at different stages of their career journey:

For students and young people

The Expo offers a chance to explore a wide range of career options, from apprenticeships and technical training to college courses and employment routes. By speaking directly to employers and training providers, students can gain real insight into industries, entry requirements and progression opportunities.

For parents and carers

The dedicated parents and carers session provides an opportunity to better understand the options available to young people after school or college. Attendees can ask questions, gather information and feel more confident supporting career decisions.

For employers and training providers

Skills Expo is a unique opportunity to showcase industries and opportunities, connect with future talent and help shape the skills pipeline for Worcestershire. Exhibitors can engage directly with young people, raise awareness of their sector and build relationships with local schools and colleges.

What to Expect on the Day

Skills Expo 2026 offers a packed programme of activity designed to be engaging, informative and practical. Visitors can:

• explore exhibitor stands representing a wide range of sectors and industries
• take part in hands-on activities that demonstrate real jobs and skills in action
• speak directly with employers, apprentices and training providers
• access careers information and guidance from experienced professionals
• discover pathways into apprenticeships, further education, training and employment

The interactive nature of the event helps bring careers to life and encourages visitors to think differently about their future options.

Learning from Previous Years

Each year, Skills Expo attracts thousands of young people from across Worcestershire. Previous events have helped students discover careers they had not previously considered, increased awareness of apprenticeships and technical pathways, and strengthened links between education and local employers.

Feedback from past attendees highlights the value of face-to-face conversations with employers and the opportunity to see how classroom learning connects to real-world careers.

Who Should Attend

Skills Expo 2026 is suitable for:

• secondary school and sixth form students exploring next steps
• young people considering apprenticeships, training or further education
• parents and carers supporting career decision-making
• jobseekers and adults looking to upskill or change career direction
• employers, training providers and education organisations

Event Details

Dates and times:

• Wednesday 4 March and Thursday 5 March 2026, 9:00am to 3:00pm - school and group visits
• Wednesday 4 March 2026, 4:00pm to 7:00pm - parents and carers session

Location: Sixways Stadium, Worcester, WR3 8ZE

Cost: Free to attend

Getting Involved

There are a number of ways to get involved with Skills Expo 2026:

• schools and colleges can register to attend with students and plan visits that support careers education
• employers and training providers can exhibit at the event to promote opportunities and engage with future talent
• partners and stakeholders can support the event through collaboration, sponsorship or involvement in activities

Contact Us

If you would like more information about Skills Expo 2026, please contact the Early Careers Worcestershire team:

Email: cec@worcestershire.gov.uk