Welcome to FAB 2026

The Finance, Accounting and Bookkeeping Show (FAB) isn’t just another accounting event – it’s where decisions get made, deals take shape, and the next big moves are set in motion.

Across two days, you’ll find answers to your firm’s biggest challenges, see the latest tech in action, and connect with people who can help you achieve your 2026 goals.

Our mission: to give you the insights, tools, and connections to grow faster, work smarter, and stay ahead of change. From first-hand case studies to hands-on demos, FAB is your most productive two days of the year.

New for 2026: VIP Connected Buyer Meetings and Boardroom Debates – designed to drive measurable business progress, backed by an expanded programme built specifically for CFOs, FDs and senior finance professionals.

Join 6,000+ finance professionals – free tickets available now. Last year’s event reached capacity – secure your place today.

FAB: where senior leaders come to do business.

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27+years supporting the UK accountancy profession

40+hours of CPD content - boost your learning

80+speakers delivering keynotes, panels and workshops

100+suppliers & tech demos across the show floor

6000+finance peers expected to attend FAB in 2026

Amit Puri

Managing Director, Pure Tax Investigations

What you’ll gain

Access to tech that boosts productivity and cuts admin
Real conversations with 6,000+ peers across the UK facing the same challenges
Fresh ideas from top practitioners and finance leaders through networking sessions, workshops and talks
100+ new supplier connections to power growth in 2026 and beyond
A clear plan to tackle your biggest business priorities

Come ready to make progress. FAB brings senior finance and practice leaders together for two focused days at the NEC. Build a personalised agenda, compare solutions side by side, and get real answers from people who’ve done it.

Leave with clarity, momentum, and a practical plan for the months ahead.

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Discover the latest accounting tech

Explore 100+ accounting software providers and experience live, hands-on demos to help grow your business.

Real talk, insight and expert know-how

Hear from 80+ honest, practical speakers who cut through the noise with real advice and actionable steps.

Book 1-1 TIME WITH ACCOUNTING VENDORS

Book dedicated meetings with top vendors who can solve your biggest tech headaches.

Networking THAT SPARKS REAL CONVERSATIONS

Networking with senior leaders like you who have been through situations like yours and found the answers.

WHY FAB 2026 IS A MUST-VISIT

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Why you should be at FAB 2026

Two focused days turn trends into actionable strategies, backed by real-world examples and peer-tested solutions.

Whether your goal is to increase profitability, scale your service offering, or reduce operational risk, FAB gives you the people and platforms to make it happen.

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Who should attend

Partners, CFOs, finance directors, operational leads, and technology decision-makers ready to explore what’s next and accelerate change.

WHY ATTEND

See emerging solutions early, test ideas with peers, meet suppliers, earn CPD hours, and leave with solutions to your greatest pain points.

Built for every role in the profession

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LARGE FIRMS

MID-TIER FIRMS

FINANCE LEADERS

SMALL FIRMS & BOOKKEEPERS

new in 2026

You spoke, and we listened. Here's what's new for you at FAB 2026.

BOARDROOM DEBATES

Boardroom Debates are exclusive roundtable discussions for senior peers. Focused on practical progress for the topics that matter most. Walk away with real benchmarks, proven tactics and immediate clarity.

Debate topics:

AI and automation
Talent and retention
Growth strategies
Using data for better decision-making

VIP CONNECTED BUYER MEETINGS

Exclusive, pre-arranged meetings for senior finance decision-makers. The focus: meaningful connections that drive measurable business progress.

Pre-matched meetings with suppliers and partners aligned to your business priorities, budget, and strategy
Dedicated concierge team to manage and schedule all meetings
Access to a private VIP Leaders Lounge for high-value conversations

ACCOUNTINGWEB AI LABS WITH SAGE

The AI Labs are a guided, practical learning workshops where you can explore how AI supports real finance and accounting work, in a safe and supportive setting.

Inside the Labs, you’ll be able to:

Explore real-world AI workflows
Try AI tools with expert guidance
Learn directly from Sage specialists and peer practitioners
Understand how AI supports both client-facing and internal finance operations

Partner at FAB

For vendors, FAB is more than a two-day event – it’s a year-round platform fuelled by live intent data from over 30,000 finance professionals visiting AccountingWEB daily.

We match businesses with buyers at the right moment in their buying cycle, long before the show floor. That means shorter sales cycles, warmer conversations, and ROI that extends far beyond March.

Expect:

Year-round demand generation via AccountingWEB’s audience of 30,000+ finance professionals
Target senior decision makers when they are buying, not browsing
Pre-booked 1-to-1 meetings and high-intent introductions with CFOs, FDs and partners
Content support that attracts buyers to you, not just footfall past a stand