Tickets are now on sale for FotoFest 2026, a new photography event coming to Walsall town centre this May, bringing together leading brands, photographers and creatives for a day of inspiration, learning and networking.  

Taking place on Saturday 9 May 2026, the FotoFest Visual Expo will be held at The Crossing at St Pauls. On Sunday 10 May there will be Portfolio Reviews with further exhibitions at the New Art Gallery Walsall forming part of a wider two-day photography celebration.  

Visitors can explore an exciting programme of exhibitions, keynote talks, workshops and demonstrations, alongside a visual expo featuring some of the biggest names in photography and imaging technology.  

Among the exhibitors confirmed are Fujifilm and Sigma, who will showcase the latest cameras, lenses and imaging technology. Retail specialists The Flash Centre will also be present as a key partner, giving visitors the opportunity to explore professional equipment and speak with experts from the industry.  

The event will also feature a diverse programme of talks and discussions exploring photography, creativity and storytelling. Keynote talks from nationally renowned photographers including Dr Pogus Caesar, Rachell Smith and Tina Eisen.  

Organisations including the Royal Photographic Society, Urban Hax and the UK Black Female Photographers Community, will also be involved in the programme supported by Vieunite and Delkin Devices, alongside creative practitioners from across the industry.  

On Saturday, from 6pm to 9pm, FotoFest will also be hosting FotoSocial at The Table Café in Walsall town centre, celebrating the opening of an exhibition by photographer Sharon Hepburn and giving visitors an opportunity to eat, drink, relax and network with fellow photographic enthusiasts.  

FotoFest aims to bring together both established professionals and aspiring creatives, while also offering an accessible entry point for anyone curious about photography and visual storytelling. The festival builds on the success of previous MakerFest and MakerFest Fringe events and Photo Symposium aiming to position Walsall as a growing creative hub.  

As well as the Visual Expo at The Crossing at St Pauls, visitors can also explore photography exhibitions at The New Art Gallery Walsall, showcasing work from leading contemporary photographers as part of the wider FotoFest programme.  

Tickets for the FotoFest Visual Expo are on sale now, with places expected to fill quickly as photographers, creators and enthusiasts from across the region gather for this new event in Walsall.  

To book tickets and view the latest programme announcements, visit eventbrite.co.uk/e/fotofest-visual-expo-tickets-1986522223446  

Visitors are encouraged to save the date and look out for updates on Instagram @FotoFestWalsall.