The Columbus Dispatch Home and Garden Show

Spring will be here eventually, so it’s a great time to start planning your projects for home and garden!  The Dispatch Home and Garden Show returns to the Ohio Expo Center from February 16 through February 24, 2019, and features home and garden expertise from local gurus and craftsmen; how-to sessions and demonstrations; fun for the kids; giveaways; celebrity appearances and much more.

Inside the show’s two buildings, guests will find 350+ local, regional and national craftsmen and professionals covering every area of the home, outside and inside. Attendees can explore emerging trends in homes and gardens, with access to plenty of expert advice.

2019 Show features

See the show schedule here, or check out the highlights below.

Saturday, Feb. 16: Opening Day celebrity appearances: Come see “This Old House” stars Tom Silva and Richard Trethewey, courtesy of Logan A/C & Heat Services, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Animal Ambassadors, and special DIY demos.

Sunday, Feb. 17: Meet Melinda Myers – gardening expert, author & TV/radio host, Pop-Up Arts Fest

Monday, Feb. 18: President’s Day is the perfect day to visit!  On Monday, February 18, there will be lots of activities for kids to enjoy, as well as admission specials (see admission section).

• Appearances, signings, and reading by Author Eric Litwin of the Pete the Cat series
• Ohio Wildlife Center will teach about their work and bring animal ambassadors
• Concerts with The Shazzbots, an intergalactic rock n’ roll band and champions of music, art, science, and everything creative, blast off for adventure in their Space Winnebago – learning life-lessons, overcoming obstacles, and meeting fascinating characters along the way.
• Hands’ On Art in the gARTens

Tuesday, Feb. 19: CLOSED

Wednesday, Feb. 20 and Thursday, Feb. 21: Remodeling and Garden programs on stage.

Friday, Feb. 22: Art of Cooking and Taste of Blue Ribbon Winning Recipes; free parking with coupon

Saturday, Feb. 23: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Family Day. The first 6,000 guests will receive one FREE admission TICKET to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Valid this spring through April 14, 2019.

• Meet Doug Morgan. As owner of Mount Vernon Barn Company, Doug knows a lot about remodeling – specifically old, historic barns. He was featured on the DIY Network in his pilot, “Barn Sweet Barn.”
• Pete Nelson makes his return appearance. See master builder and the host of “Treehouse Masters” live, courtesy of Logan A/C & Heat Services.
• Ohio Wildlife Center will teach about their work and  bring animal ambassadors

Sunday, Feb. 24: Closing Day

• The Art of Brunch hosted by Breakfast With Nick blogger, Nick Dekker. Enjoy Chef’s preparing their dish on stage, then get a taste.
• Author Joseph Tychonievich – named “one of six young horticulturists who are helping shape how America gardens” by Organic Gardening magazine – will share his gardening expertise.
• Plant Sale

The Columbus Dispatch Home and Garden Show Admission Info

Admission to the show is $13.00 General admission at the door, or $10 online (plus convenience fee). Children 17 years and younger get in for free! Parking is $5 CASH. There are several discounts available.

• Pick up a $3 off at the door admission coupon at Central Ohio Lowe’s stores (starting Feb. 1)
• Re-entry Passes: Free Re-Entry Passes for any day are available at the ticket window.
• Weekday specials
  • Teachers Appreciation Days, courtesy of OCLC: K-12 teachers get free admission on weekdays with school ID
  • Military & First Responders admitted free during the weekdays, courtesy of LPI Pinnacle.
  • OSU employees & students with school ID get two admissions for the price of one ($13) Mon., Wed., Thu., and Fri.
  • Library Card Day is Monday, February 18: 2 for 1 general admission when you show your library card
  • Arts Appreciation Days, courtesy of Art Make Columbus and Columbus Arts Festival, receive two admissions for the price of one ($13) on Mon., Wed., Thu., & Fri. when you:
    -Show your membership card from any of the following organizations: CCAD, Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, Franklin Park Conservatory, Ohio History Connection, OSU BUCK-ID or Wexner Center for the Arts.
    -Show an Artist Training Card, available here. Just fill out the form, print your card, and present it at the ticket window.

Check out full schedule of exhibitor and attractions here!

Fans can Like the show on Facebook to learn more about vendors and receive news updates. They can also follow the show on Twitter @DispatchHGShow for the latest updates.

Show Hours

• Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Sundays-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, CLOSED
• Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Ohio Expo Center, Rosati Building (Bricker) & Ohio Mulch Building (Celeste)
717 E. 17th Ave.
Columbus, Ohio