FORT WAYNE, IND. (January 8, 2024) – The 2024 Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show is poised to transform the landscape of home and garden enthusiasts’ experiences with an array of captivating exhibits and features. Presented by Windows, Doors and More, the Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show will bring over 650 exhibitors to the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, February 29 – March 3, 2024.

“The momentum after our 50th Anniversary celebration last year has built into what should be an amazing 2024 show! Exhibit space sold out months ago and we’re excited to bring some brand new features to the Fort Wayne community!” says show owner Becky Williamson.

This year’s Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show is proud to announce a variety of show features that will leave attendees inspired and informed. Here are some key highlights:

●  Extreme Raptors – World’s Largest traveling collection of raptors with stunning birds of prey from diverse habitats. The show, performed multiple times each day, includes Eagles, Hawks, Falcons and Owls from around the globe.

●  The Laundry Guy – Patric Richardson – Discovery+ TV host and laundry expert Patric Richardson, will share tips and tricks to remove the toughest stains, speed up your laundry process, and turn one of your more mundane chores into fun!

●  Midwest Garden Gal – Lisa Hinzman – As an author, speaker and consultant, Lisa helps gardeners – from pros to dabblers to wannabes – experience the joys of gardening on a budget!

●  The Giant Gardener – Alex Babich – Alex specializes in growing things to giant sizes! His recent accomplishments include a 25’ tall Sunflower, a 5 lb. 11 oz. tomato, and a truss holding 1,044 cherry tomatoes! Learn more in his seminar “Growing Giants in the Garden!”

●  Feature Garden by Gypsy Soul Nicole – Nicole Johnson Hackbarth will bring her love of plants, flowers and repurposed items to her unique display!

●  Gnorm the Gnome – The newly appointed show mascot, Gnorm the Gnome will once again be roaming the show floor, posing for pictures and brightening the moods of all around!

●  Meet the Farmer, Seminar Series – Organized by The Wellness Barn, local farmers will talk about some of their fresh, farm-to-table products and the process to produce them!

●  $1,000 Cash Giveaway – Sign up at the WAJI radio booth for a chance to win $1,000 cash!

●  Piglet Races – Witness the cutest things on 4 stubby legs as piglet races will be held each day!

●  Chainsaw Carving Demos – Watch local artist Myles Nasby create art before your eyes and purchase some of his finished pieces or commission a custom piece for your own!

●  Petting Zoo & Indiana Wild – From farm to exotic, from baby ducks to snakes, you can learn about and interact with some wonderful animals at the show and pose for pictures!

●  Parakeet Encounter – Experience a flutter of parakeet wings flying around and landing on you while you offer them a tasty treat!

●  Gnome Scavenger Hunt – This kids challenge will have those 12 & under on the lookout for 12 gnomes hidden around the show. Those who can find all 12 can claim a prize at the info booth!

Traditional Show highlights include:

●  Garden Expert Stage – Learn from Master Gardeners & gardening experts in their education seminar series featuring multiple topics and how-to demonstrations!

●  Garden Gallery – Stroll through our Garden Gallery full of unique garden accessories, gifts, plants, fairy gardens, patio and landscape displays and hundreds of spring flowers!

●  Show Bucks – Enter to win show bucks online, which act like gift certificates you can spend at the show! PLUS we’ll giveaway more Show Bucks, at the show!

●  Family Fun – We are not your average ‘boring Home show’ We want the ENTIRE family to come out and enjoy the fun! That’s why we bring in features for everyone young to the young at heart! From a petting zoo, wild and crazy reptiles, pig races, Kids Day on Sunday and much more!

“We love the fun features and excitement we bring to the show, but perhaps most important is the impact we can make on the local and small businesses, as well as those in need! Which is why we’re excited to continue our partnership with Community Harvest Food Bank in helping feed the hungry” says Williamson.

A portion of all ticket proceeds and revenue will be donated to Community Harvest Food Bank in conjunction with a food drive. All showgoers are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food donation to the show to receive a $2 off general admission discount (can not be combined with other discounts). The 2023 Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show donation to Community Harvest Food Bank totaled $25,000 in cash + volunteer hours and food drive donations from the show!

With over 650 exhibitors, the Home & Garden Show is the place to see the latest in contemporary home and garden products and services. Attendees can expect to find all the inspiration and help needed for all types of home improvement projects. Exhibitors feature products and services for kitchen, bath, landscaping, interior decor, bedding, windows, siding, roofing, gutters, patios, driveways, garden accessories, gifts, plants, fairy gardens, patio and landscape displays and hundreds of spring flowers.

Located at the War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46805. Show dates for 2024 are February 29 through March 3. Show hours are Thursday & Friday 11a–8p, Saturday 10a–8p and Sunday 11a–5p. Ticket prices are $12 at the door, $8 for Seniors 62+ and free for kids 14 & under. $2 off discount coupons are available online at Home-GardenShow.com. Parking at the Coliseum lot is $8.

For more information on the show visit www.Home-GardenShow.com. ###

Fort Wayne Shows, Inc.

The Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show features 650+ exhibitors each year and serves as the largest home improvement event in the tri-state area. A family owned business, Fort Wayne Shows was founded in 1973 by Ernie Kerns, and was spearheaded by his daughter Karen Tejera from 2003 to 2019. Now in 3rd generation leadership, Karen’s daughter Becky Williamson leads the show production. For more information about the show, visit Home-GardenShow.com

Media Contact

Ryan Marshall, of MarshallMEDIAS, on behalf of Fort Wayne Shows, ryan@marshallmedias.com 317-516-8059