Created by nail techs, for nail techs. Founded in 2019 as a trade show dedicated solely to professional nail technicians, Nailtopia is back after a three-year break. It has a renewed mission: to uplift, educate and celebrate the incredible people shaping the nail and beauty industry. In 2026, it is hosted at The Steamworks, Sheffield – a unique, female-run venue led by sisters whose passion for events mirrors the Nailtopia…

Cultural Fashion & Arts – the organisation behind the international Cultural Style Week movement, has announced the launch of Cultural Heritage Month – a new UK-wide celebration taking place from 11th May to 10th June 2026. Soft launched in November 2025 at Hackney Museum in East London, the new campaign aims to create ‘a shared national moment where communities can come together to celebrate and explore UK heritage, culture and…

Traditionally a Christian observance which marks the 40-day fasting period in preparation for Easter, Lent has taken on new meaning for many. In a nod to the fasting aspect of the Christian commemoration, people around the world use the time to ‘give up’ habits or ‘take up’ hobbies. Encourage nail biters to use this period to challenge themselves to stop nibbling, or try to help clients maintain regular appointments.

This celebration marks the start of the lunar new year, starting on the new moon that falls between January 21st and February 20th. This year, the 15-day festival begins of February 17th, with traditions such as firework displays, parades and feasts marking the occasion. Additionally, each year is represented by one of the 12 Zodiac animals, with 2026 ushering in the Year of the Horse – or more specifically, the…

Pancake Day (also known as Shrove Tuesday) is a Christian festival that marks the last day before the start of Lent. Traditionally, Lent is the 40-day fasting period, and thus Shrove Tuesday is the final chance to eat rich, sugary foods before this begins. Image courtesy of Instagram.com/contoursbymika

Did you know, Valentine’s Day is celebrated in honour of St. Valentine, who is said to have married couples in secret despite Emperor Claudius II banning marriages? The annual event is dedicated to love, with couples everywhere showering each other with affection – mainly in the form of chocolate and roses! An incredibly popular time of year for themed nail designs, nail techs should expect to be reaching for the…

Though it may be an unofficial holiday, Galentine’s Day is widely celebrated, emphasising the importance of female friendships. Inspired by the American television series, Parks and Recreation, the 13th February is a day for friends to shower their platonic loved ones with appreciation. Typical celebrations include going out for brunch, gift-giving and general pampering. Image courtesy of As’ka Baran

One of the biggest sporting events in the world, the Super Bowl is an annual American football game which crowns the sport’s world champions. The event is the championship game that rounds out the National Football League (NFL) tournament, and, in 2025, it garnered a record-breaking 127.7 million viewers across the world. Image courtesy of Instagram.com/belavebeauty

World Cancer Day – created by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) – raises awareness for the life-altering disease, hoping to aid in its prevention, detection and treatment. The campaign theme chosen for 2025-2027 is “United by Unique”, with the website stating that ‘it offers a three-year journey from raising awareness to taking action’, placing people at the centre of care and exploring new ways to make a difference. Image courtesy of Instagram.com/venetiannailspavintage

On its dedicated website, LGBT+ History Month designates February as a time ‘to celebrate [the] rich and diverse history, herstory and theirstory’ of the LGBTQ+ community. Each year, the campaign adopts a specific theme and highlights five historical figures of particular significance. Throughout the month, it shares daily posts on its Instagram profile, showcasing queer histories from around the world, with the aim of raising awareness of the long struggle for LGBTQ+ rights and…