Exhibition Hire at York Barbican

York Barbican is a well-used venue for exhibitions, business showcases, award evenings, and university events in the heart of the city. Its flexible layout and mid-size capacity make it ideal for events that need a balance between presentation and interaction — whether you're hosting a recruitment fair, a product roadshow, or a public show.

At Expo Play, we supply equipment that works in these exact conditions. Our games, catering, and furniture options are designed for indoor use, compact layouts, and events where every square metre counts.

Interactive Games for Stand Engagement

If you're running a stand at York Barbican, space is likely limited — but that doesn’t mean you can’t offer something engaging. We supply Compact Games and Exhibition Games that fit neatly into standard stand footprints, including:

• Strike a Light 2 Players – a reliable draw for exhibition footfall

• Retro Arcade Machine Table – great for shared stands or networking areas

• Pixel Play – a customisable digital game that works for product education, competitions, or data capture

• Crack the Safe – a compact lead-gen tool that performs well at open events

All of these can be customised using our Custom Branding options, helping your stand stay consistent with your campaign visuals.

Food & Refreshments That Fit Indoors

We also supply indoor-appropriate Catering options that can be used on-stand or in breakout areas. These include:

• Hot Drinks Food Vending Trike – a simple way to serve coffee, tea, and hot chocolate

• Ice Cream Food Vending Trike – a popular addition for light hospitality or giveaways

• Cakes & Pastries Food Vending Trike – a compact food option that’s easy to manage inside a venue like York Barbican

All catering units are delivered with full setup, staff, and supplies — so you won’t need to manage multiple suppliers or coordinate logistics separately.

Furniture & Extras for Lounges and Hospitality

For organisers creating chill-out areas or semi-open hospitality spaces within the venue, we provide Furniture & Furnishings such as Deck Chair, Picnic Bench, and Retail Chalet units. These are ideal for sponsors, VIP lounges, or creating informal networking zones within the larger event footprint.

Local Delivery and Setup

We deliver to York Barbican as part of our regular Yorkshire service area, which includes North Yorkshire, Sheffield, Leeds, and Bradford. Every booking includes installation, risk assessments, and full event-day support if required.

Whether you're a standholder, sponsor, or event organiser, Expo Play offers a single point of contact for games, food, branding, and staffing.