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What are the opening and closing times for the show?
Friday: 9.30am - 6pm
Saturday - Wednesday: 9am – 6:30pm

How much are tickets for Clothes Show Live?
Standard - £26 + £2 Booking fee
Platinum - £38 + £2 Booking fee

What is the difference between Standard and Platinum Tickets?
Standard – Entry to Clothes Show London, dedicated seat in the Fashion Theatre
Platinum – all of the above plus a fast track entry into the Fashion Theatre, premium seat close to the stage, goody bag and show guide.

Do you have special rates for Children?
There are no discounts for children. Children under 5 are allowed in to the show free of charge, however proof of age may be required and must be sat on laps in the Fashion Theatre. If your child under 5 requires their own seat in the Fashion Theatre, you will need to purchase a ticket. The Fashion Theatre may contain loud music and stobe lighting which is not reccommend for babies and small children.

Is there an age limit to enter the show?
There is no age limit however we recommend that visitors under 15 are accompanied by an adult.

Are Fashion Theatre tickets separate?
When you purchase a ticket you will also be given a seat number and time to go and see a performance in the Fashion Theatre. You will need to stick to this time and seat to make sure you get to see the performance as there is such a high demand that we cannot swap ticket times or seats.

Are there are discounts on group bookings?
There are NO discounts on private group bookings. Tickets can be reserved in advance and held until October,  but no free or discounted tickets will be given.

What is the minimum size for a group?
There is no minimum size but it is suggested that if booking a group under 10 you book via the standard ticket line as far in advance as possible so that the box office can do their best to seat you together.

Can I bring a school group?
Yes! Clothes Show Live offers a great package for school groups, helping teachers get the class involved before, during and after your visit to Clothes Show Live. For more information visit the Education Section on the website.

How much does it cost to bring a school group?
Every educational group of over 20 students tickets cost £19 with no booking fee PLUS 2 free teacher tickets.

Can I purchase tickets on the day?
Yes. Tickets will be the same price as they are if booking online or over the phone, to avoid dissapointment, be sure to book in advance.

Is there parking at NEC?
The NEC has numerous car parks that are more broadly categorised into North, East, South and West. All in all there are over 20,000 onsite parking spaces!
On your arrival at the NEC, traffic officers will direct you to the most convenient parking area for your event, however being such a large site with a number of entrances, it is recommended that you refer to The NEC Site Map before your arrival to avoid adding time to your journey.

The NEC has designated car park spaces for visitors with disabilities.
Car Parking charges are dependent upon the event you are attending, please check the What's On section on this website for more detailed information.
Unless stated otherwise the cost of parking in an onsite car parking space is £8. All vehicles displaying blue badges will incur no car parking charges.

Which celebrities will be at Clothes Show Live this year?
We are yet to confirm who will be attending the show this year – please keep checking the website for updates.

How do I gain entry into The Dance Show?
The Dance Show is runnning between the 3-5 December your ticket to Clothes Show Live includes entry into The Dance Show

I would like some work experience at Clothes Show Live, how do I go about this?
Clothes Show Live is dedicated to supporting and enhancing young, creative talent. We get a high volume of work experience requests at Clothes Show HQ. Please email your Cover Letter and CV to clothesshow.live@haymarket.com and write Work Experience in the subject line.
Unfortunately we are not able to reply to everyone, but if you have been successful for a work placement we will be in touch.

Additionally be sure to look at the Design Awards section of the website. By entering one of the many Award Categories you could be helping launch your design career and have your work spotted by some of the industries finest, plus win amazing cash and experience prizes.