Daytime Admission: 08:00-16:30 (16:00 on Sunday) Afternoon Admission: From 16:30 (Sunday from 16:00) Come and experience pickleball at its very best. The English OPEN brings together players from across the UK and around the world for the larges indoor pickleball tournament in the world. Whether you have never picked up a paddle, play casually with friends, or are already hooked on the game, this is your chance to see just how fast, skilful and thrilling pickleball can be. Watch elite players battle it out on court, feel the energy of the crowd, explore the retail village, and discover why pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. From lightning-fast rallies and incredible reflexes to smart tactics and dramatic finishes, the English OPEN showcases the sport at its highest level. It is also a brilliant day out for families, friends, clubs and anyone curious about the game. Come for the atmosphere, stay for the action, and leave inspired to play more. The English OPEN is where pickleball comes alive.

Proflex English Open Championships

The NEC

Save on airfares by heading to a virtual Egypt in Birmingham this summer! Travel back in time to ancient Egypt as Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition&nbsp;arrives at The NEC Campus for a limited 12-week run from 19 June - 13 September 2026.
Featuring one of Europe&rsquo;s largest immersive video mapping rooms with towering 8-metre-high projections, a 360&ordm; seated VR journey into the afterlife, a free-roaming digital metaverse walk-through of the Valley of the Kings, and more, this award-winning experience brings Tutankhamun&rsquo;s story to life like never before.
Explore museum-style galleries with artefacts and replicas, relive the discovery of the boy king's tomb in 1922, and capture a memento of your visit with an AI photobooth.
With over 16,000 reviews from runs in London and Glasgow and a 4.6★ rating worldwide, this unforgettable 85-minute+ experience is perfect for families, school groups and anyone with a passion for history, culture and technology.
🅿️&nbsp;Parking: we recommend pre-booking your parking in advance. Visitor parking is &pound;7.50 when paid in advance or at the pay‑on‑foot machines on the day. If visitors skip this and drive straight to the exit barriers, the system will charge &pound;19.95 on departure. To book parking and for more information, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thenec.co.uk/visitors/parking-at-the-nec/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">Parking at the NEC</a>.

Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition - Thursday 13 August

Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition

Fairport’s Cropredy Convention

Cropredy Festival Site

Save on airfares by heading to a virtual Egypt in Birmingham this summer! Travel back in time to ancient Egypt as Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition&nbsp;arrives at The NEC Campus for a limited 12-week run from 19 June - 13 September 2026.
Featuring one of Europe&rsquo;s largest immersive video mapping rooms with towering 8-metre-high projections, a 360&ordm; seated VR journey into the afterlife, a free-roaming digital metaverse walk-through of the Valley of the Kings, and more, this award-winning experience brings Tutankhamun&rsquo;s story to life like never before.
Explore museum-style galleries with artefacts and replicas, relive the discovery of the boy king's tomb in 1922, and capture a memento of your visit with an AI photobooth.
With over 16,000 reviews from runs in London and Glasgow and a 4.6★ rating worldwide, this unforgettable 85-minute+ experience is perfect for families, school groups and anyone with a passion for history, culture and technology.
🅿️&nbsp;Parking: we recommend pre-booking your parking in advance. Visitor parking is &pound;7.50 when paid in advance or at the pay‑on‑foot machines on the day. If visitors skip this and drive straight to the exit barriers, the system will charge &pound;19.95 on departure. To book parking and for more information, please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thenec.co.uk/visitors/parking-at-the-nec/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank">Parking at the NEC</a>.
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Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition - Friday 14 August

Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition - Saturday 15 August

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