Join us at the Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show from April 9-11, 2027, at the Central Bank Center in Lexington, USA, for a vibrant marketplace of home improvement solutions.
Dates
9–11 Apr 2027
City / country
Lexington, USA
Venue
Central Bank Center
Time
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM daily
Event overview
The Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show is a premier event where homeowners can explore a variety of home improvement products and services. Taking place from April 9-11, 2027, at the Central Bank Center in Lexington, this show connects attendees with trusted experts and showcases innovative solutions for home projects.
With hundreds of exhibitors and engaging presentations, it's the perfect destination for anyone looking to enhance their living spaces. Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show 2027.
TL;DR
Attendees will benefit from direct access to home improvement experts, exclusive show deals, and a wide variety of products and services tailored to enhance their homes. Attendees include homeowners, DIY enthusiasts, and professionals seeking home improvement solutions.
Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of homeowners and DIY enthusiasts, providing a unique opportunity to showcase their products and services. This event showcases a wide range of home improvement products and services, connecting homeowners with industry experts. Produced by Marketplace Events, known for hosting vibrant home and garden shows across North America. Attendees include homeowners, DIY enthusiasts,.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
1430 W Vine Street, Lexington, KY 40507
Central Bank Center in Lexington typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Central Bank Center in Lexington typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Central Bank Center for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Event days & opening times
General admission
Advance Adult Admission (Ages 13+)
General admission
Box Office Adult Admission (Ages 13+)
General admission
Senior Admission (Ages 65+)
Who runs the show
Marketplace Events
What's on
3
Session
1
Event days
12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Typical time
Friday, Apr 9, 2027
Alethea Victor, GroLeafy: Groleafy Start Here, Your personalized Lexington Garden Roadmap
Jimmy McKinney, J & R Construction Services, Inc. : Planning a Successful Remodel: Why the Design Process Matters
Mark Bowe of Magnolia Network's "Barnwood Builders": Behind the scenes of Barnwood Builders
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
New this edition
Impact
The most recent completed edition was the 2026 Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show in Lexington. A 2026 FAQ page covers dates, venue, and exhibitor information, while the official site provides an exhibitor list and show-info page. The next edition is listed for April 9–11, 2027 at Central Bank Center. No visitor or exhibitor totals were stated in the available search snippets.
Audience quality
The most recent completed edition was the 2026 Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show in Lexington. A 2026 FAQ page covers dates, venue, and exhibitor information, while the official site provides an exhibitor list and show-info page. The next edition is listed for April 9–11, 2027 at Central Bank Center. No visitor or exhibitor totals were stated in the available search snippets.
Exhibitor outcomes
The most recent completed edition was the 2026 Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show in Lexington. A 2026 FAQ page covers dates, venue, and exhibitor information, while the official site provides an exhibitor list and show-info page. The next edition is listed for April 9–11, 2027 at Central Bank Center. No visitor or exhibitor totals were stated in the available search snippets.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Attendees will benefit from direct access to home improvement experts, exclusive show deals, and a wide variety of products and services tailored to enhance their homes. The event also features informative presentations and interactive displays, making it a valuable experience for all homeowners.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Sustainability in procurement
What sustainability in procurement means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Automation and labour efficiency
What automation and labour efficiency means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Regional supply-chain resilience
What regional supply-chain resilience means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Hybrid engagement models
What hybrid engagement models means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Latest updates from across the market.
All Home Improvement News and Press Releases from PR Newswire
ReadHome and Garden in the US | Market Research Report | Euromonitor
ReadIn The News | Green Industry News, Products & Services
ReadHome Improvement Industry News - 2026 | HBM
ReadDIY International - The online magazine for the home improvement ...
ReadThe US Home Improvement Market: Trends and Challenges Ahead
ReadPlan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
The closest commercial airport to the show. Taxi and rideshare pick-up is outside the terminal; rental cars are on site. Downtown Lexington hotels are a short drive from LEX, and a rideshare or taxi is usually the simplest arrival option for show attendees
Approx. 6 mi west of downtown Lexington and the Central Bank Center
to venue
Approx. 15-20 minutes by car or rideshare to Central Bank Center; confirm live traffic before departure
by car
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport
A larger alternative with more connecting flights. Only practical if you rent a car or book a shuttle, since the drive to Lexington is over an hour
Approx. 85 mi north of Lexington via I-75
to venue
Approx. 1.5 hours by car; confirm with a live route planner on the day
by car
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
Useful for travelers arriving on routes that do not serve LEX directly. Plan a rental car or shuttle for the final leg into Lexington
Approx. 80 mi west of Lexington via I-64
to venue
Approx. 1.25-1.5 hours by car; confirm with a live route planner on the day
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Lexington Marriott City Center
Baymont by Wyndham Lexington KY
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lexington
Spark by Hilton Lexington Hamburg
Everhome Suites Lexington - Horse Park
Extended Stay America Suites - Lexington - Nicholasville Road
Red Roof Inn Lexington
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Rideshare or taxi from downtown hotels
Practical for rain or for attendees staying outside the 0.4 mi walkable ring around Marriott City Center.
Public bus (LexTran)
Moovit lists Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center as a served transit stop; services are limited, so plan around event hours.
Car / self-drive with parking
Best option for drive-in attendees; use the official Central Bank Center directions and parking pages or ParkWhiz to pre-book.
taxi
Approx. 15-20 minutes by car or rideshare to Central Bank Center; confirm live traffic before departure; The closest commercial airport to the show. Taxi and rideshare pick-up is outside the terminal; rental cars are on site. Downtown Lexington hotels are a short drive from LEX,
taxi
Approx. 1.5 hours by car; confirm with a live route planner on the day; A larger alternative with more connecting flights. Only practical if you rent a car or book a shuttle, since the drive to Lexington is over an hour.
taxi
Approx. 1.25-1.5 hours by car; confirm with a live route planner on the day; Useful for travelers arriving on routes that do not serve LEX directly. Plan a rental car or shuttle for the final leg into Lexington.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
Weather
April in Lexington is mid-spring: expect changeable days with mild afternoons and cool mornings, and passing rain bands rather than a dry week. Check the National Weather Service Lexington office (weather.gov/lmk) in the final 72 hours, since April systems can shift temperature by 10-15 F day to day. Indoor halls mean weather mainly affects the walk from parking and evening plans.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
US mobile networks (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) cover downtown Lexington well; visitors from abroad should confirm their handset supports US LTE/5G bands and enable an international day pass or eSIM before landing. Paid Wi-Fi is listed at some downtown hotels (Marriott City Center), so plan tethering for floor-side email if you need constant connectivity.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Kentucky home and garden shows are consumer-facing; business casual is standard for exhibitors and most visitors dress casually for a day of browsing remodeling and landscaping displays.
Tipping and payments
Prices are in US dollars; card and mobile payment are near-universal, and 15-20 percent tipping is normal for table service and rideshare.
Arrival timing
Doors open on the first morning with the longest queue at will-call; collect badges and show guides early, then walk the garden and remodeling zones before peak afternoon crowds.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: LEX
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Lexington; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
A US visa or Visa Waiver Program authorisation is generally required before travelling to Kentucky. Business visitors attending a trade show typically apply under B-1 business visitor rules, which cover meetings and contract discussions but not paid employment in the US.
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
The B-1 fact sheet at travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/business/b-1-fact-sheet.html lists allowable business visitor activities. Captures do not state current visa fees or consular wait times, so confirm both for your home consulate before booking travel.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Blue Grass Airport (LEX): Approx. 15-20 minutes by car or rideshare to Central Bank Center; confirm live traffic before departure; Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG): Approx. 1.5 hours by car; confirm with a live route planner on the day; Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF): Approx. 1.25-1.5 hours by car; confirm with a live route planner on the day. Allow road or rail time to Central Bank Center; on-site parking is usually available at maj
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Central Bank Center: Downtown Lexington, adjacent to Central Bank Center: Lexington Marriott City Center; Lexington (Central Bank Center area search): Baymont by Wyndham Lexington KY; Lexington (Central Bank Center area search): Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lexington.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Lexington; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Lexington's bus system serves the Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center stop, listed by Moovit along with nearby routes. Service frequency is modest compared with larger US cities, so check timetables against show hours and keep a rideshare fallback; a single local fare is typically a couple of dollars.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Central Bank Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April 2027
Temperature: Mild spring range: cool mornings around 5-10 C (40s-50s F), afternoon highs commonly in the 15-21 C (60s-70s F) band
Seasonality: April is one of Lexington's wetter spring months, with passing showers and occasional thunderstorms rather than all-day rain; totals vary year to year, so treat any single-week forecast as provisional until a few days out.
Packing: Pack layers: a light jacket or sweater for cool mornings, short sleeves for warm afternoons, and a compact umbrella or water-resistant shell for showers. Comfortable walking shoes matter more than formal footwear across the show floor and parking lots.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Buy advance adult admission online rather than paying the box-office rate on the day — Advance adult admission is USD 9 versus USD 11 at the box office; seniors 65+ are USD 7. Confirm the current ticket page on centralkentuckyhomeshow.com before purchasing.
Block the show dates and pick a half-day versus full-day plan — The show runs Friday to Sunday, 9-11 April 2027, at the Central Bank Center. Two to three hours covers the floor; add an hour if you plan to sit through stage sessions.
Check the stage schedule and shortlist the homeowner talks you want to attend — Sessions listed for the Inform programme include Jimmy McKinney on planning a remodel at 12:00 pm, Alethea Victor on a Lexington garden roadmap at 1:00 pm, and Mark Bowe of Barnwood Builders at 2:00 pm. Confirm times on the organiser site.
List the rooms or outdoor areas you want to renovate and bring rough measurements — Kitchen, bath, roofing, window and landscaping exhibitors can give more useful guidance if you arrive with dimensions, photos and a budget range.
Decide your parking plan for the Central Bank Center — On-site parking is available at the venue; check the Central Bank Center parking page or a pre-book service such as ParkWhiz for event-day rates and garage locations.
Book a downtown hotel if you are traveling in from outside Lexington — The Lexington Marriott City Center is the closest option at roughly 0.4 mi from the venue; suburban hotels along Nicholasville Road and Hamburg are cheaper but need a car or rideshare.
Check the 72-hour weather forecast for Lexington — April in Lexington shifts quickly between mild afternoons and cool, rainy mornings. The show is indoors, but the walk from parking and evening plans are affected.
Prepare a contractor shortlist and questions — Ask exhibitors for license and insurance details, a project timeline, warranty terms and whether the quote includes permits. Bring a notebook or use your phone to photograph booth signs.
Download tickets and confirm entry times — Have your advance ticket ready on your phone before arriving at the Central Bank Center to keep the will-call and box-office lines short.
Plan your route to downtown Lexington — If flying into Blue Grass Airport (LEX), pre-book a rideshare or taxi for the roughly 15-20 minute drive to the venue. LexTran buses serve the Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center stop, but service is limited, so check timetables.
Pack comfortable shoes, a tote for brochures and a charged phone — The floor is spread across the Central Bank Center, and you will walk between booths and the Inform programme stage. A tote helps collect product samples and quote sheets.
Re-check session times and any sweepstakes entry details on the organiser site — Stage schedules and prize drawings can be updated in the final days; confirm on centralkentuckyhomeshow.com before you set out.
Arrive at opening and head to the stage sessions first — The 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm talks fill quickly. Visit the stage first, then work the exhibitor aisles in the afternoon.
Capture contact details for every exhibitor you want a quote from — Ask for a business card or email, photograph the booth number and note the follow-up date so you can compare remodeler and landscaper quotes after the show.
Registration and hall orientation at Central Bank Center
Supplier meetings and product demos
Final negotiations and follow-up
Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show 2027 registration concourse
Central Bank Center
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Central Bank Center
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
USD 9 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | USD 9 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Use this quick check to decide whether Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a live remodeling, landscaping or garden project and want to compare local contractors and see products in person.
Best for
Homeowners and renovators in Central Kentucky comparing remodelers, foundation and waterproofing contractors, gutter installers and outdoor living suppliers in one hall.
Min. budget
$50.00
Timeline
Book travel 4-6 weeks out; downtown hotel rooms near Central Bank Center tighten as the April run approaches.
Risks
Stage session times are published separately from the main show hours, so check the stage schedule before fixing your day.
exhibit
Your product suits consumer home and garden buyers and you want direct lead capture from Central Kentucky homeowners.
Best for
Regional home improvement, foundation, gutter, landscaping and outdoor living companies selling to Lexington-area homeowners.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight and first-time exhibitor onboarding via the organiser kit.
Risks
Booth pricing is not published in captured sources; request the exhibitor kit to confirm space costs and inclusions.
skip
Your category is outside consumer home improvement and gardening, or your target buyers are not homeowners in this region.
Best for
B2B industrial suppliers or national brands with no consumer retail or dealer goal in Central Kentucky.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
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