London Toy Fair 2026: A Game‑Changer for NexoToys’ In‑Store Experience

🎉. London Toy Fair 2026: A Game‑Changer for NexoToys’ In‑Store Experience

London Toy Fair 2026 delivered exactly what the industry hoped for: energy, innovation, and a packed show floor full of brands pushing boundaries for the year ahead. For independent retailers like NexoToys, it wasn’t just an event — it was a strategic goldmine. This year’s fair made one thing clear: 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for toys, models, and collectables, and the opportunities for strengthening supplier relationships have never been better.

🤝 A Hub for Meeting New Suppliers

One of the biggest advantages of London Toy Fair has always been the ability to meet suppliers face‑to‑face, and 2026 raised the bar. With hundreds of exhibitors showcasing everything from niche hobby manufacturers to global toy giants, the fair created the perfect environment for discovering fresh partnerships.

Talking directly with suppliers allows retailers to do something online catalogues can’t replicate: build trust, negotiate smarter, and get a feel for which companies genuinely align with their brand values. For NexoToys, this meant identifying suppliers who prioritise quality, consistency, and reliable distribution — essential ingredients for a bricks‑and‑mortar shop that prides itself on curated, high‑standard stock.

The fair also opened doors to smaller, emerging creators whose products don’t always make it onto mainstream wholesale platforms. These hidden gems often become customer favourites, giving independent shops a competitive edge that big-box retailers can’t easily copy.

🚀 A First Look at 2026’s Hottest Toys and Models

If 2025 was strong for collectables, 2026 looks set to eclipse it. The fair was bursting with new model kits, action figures, construction sets, and limited‑run collectables that had retailers buzzing. Trends were clear: more detailed sculpts, more modular building systems, more environmentally conscious materials, and a noticeable rise in nostalgia-driven lines aimed at adult collectors.

For NexoToys, this early access to upcoming releases is invaluable. Seeing products in person — the weight, the finish, the articulation, the packaging — helps shape smarter buying decisions. It also means the shop can plan seasonal rotations, pre‑order windows, and display layouts months in advance.

And let’s be honest: nothing beats the excitement of discovering a future bestseller before it hits the market.

🏪 Strengthening the NexoToys In‑Store Experience

Everything gained at London Toy Fair 2026 feeds directly into improving the NexoToys bricks‑and‑mortar offering. With new supplier relationships forming and a clearer view of the year’s standout products, the shop can expand its range in ways that feel fresh, relevant, and tailored to what customers actually want.

Expect more variety in model kits, more exclusive or hard‑to‑find items, and a stronger pipeline of new releases throughout the year. The fair also provided insight into merchandising trends — from display concepts to packaging innovations — that will help elevate the in‑store browsing experience.

🌟 Looking Ahead

London Toy Fair 2026 wasn’t just an event; it was a catalyst. For NexoToys, it reinforced the value of staying connected to the heart of the industry, meeting the people behind the products, and keeping a finger firmly on the pulse of what’s coming next. With new partnerships forming and a wave of exciting 2026 releases on the horizon, customers can expect a richer, more dynamic in‑store experience than ever.

If this year’s fair is anything to go by, 2026 is going to be a very fun year for toy collectors.