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Event overview
Overview
The Windsor Home & Garden Show is back for its 43rd annual edition, taking place from April 9 to 11, 2027, at Central Park Athletics in Windsor, Canada. This premier consumer show features over 200 exhibitors offering a wide range of products and services for home improvement, gardening, and outdoor living.
Attendees can expect to see the latest innovations, receive expert advice, and take advantage of exclusive show specials. Windsor Home & Garden Show takes place in Windsor, Canada.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Windsor Home & Garden Show runs April 9-11, 2027 at Central Park Athletics, Windsor, Canada.
- 2Scale and Focus: This is Windsor's largest home show featuring over 200 exhibitors showcasing home improvement products and services.
- 3Organiser: The event is produced by 20/20 Show Productions Inc., known for successful consumer shows in Ontario.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include homeowners, renovators, and families looking for home improvement solutions.
- 5Entry: Admission is $10, with free entry for children under 16 and free parking available.
Why visit
Explore a vast selection of home improvement products and services from over 200 exhibitors. Enjoy expert advice and in-booth demonstrations while taking advantage of exclusive show specials. It's a great opportunity to meet local suppliers and discover new ideas for your home projects.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the Windsor Home & Garden Show provides access to a large, qualified audience eager to learn about the latest products and services. It's an excellent opportunity to generate leads, showcase your offerings, and connect with potential customers in a dynamic environment.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Homeowners looking to renovate or improve their homes
Families seeking home and garden solutions
DIY enthusiasts interested in new products and services
Contractors and builders looking for suppliers
Gardeners seeking landscaping ideas and products
Interior designers looking for inspiration and suppliers
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Window, door and siding installers serving Essex County and the wider Windsor-Essex market
Roofing, eavestrough and soffit contractors quoting spring replacement work
Kitchen, bathroom and basement renovation companies with in-house design staff
Flooring, tile and countertop suppliers carrying sample boards to the hall
Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning dealers specialising in cold-climate heat pumps
Solar, battery storage and home energy-efficiency installers
Landscaping and hardscape contractors offering design-build quotes
Garden centres and nursery growers selling seasonal plants, shrubs and fruit trees
Outdoor living suppliers: patio furniture, pergolas, sheds, pools and hot tubs
Home decor, artisan and small-retail vendors with cash-and-carry product
Home security, water treatment and indoor air-quality service providers
Financial and renovation-financing services targeting homeowner projects
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Windows, doors and entry systems
Roofing, eavestrough, soffit and fascia
Siding, brick and exterior cladding
Kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, countertops and fixtures
Basement finishing and waterproofing systems
Flooring, tile and hardwood
Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and heat pumps
Solar panels, batteries and home energy audits
Water treatment and indoor air quality
Landscape design, interlock paving and retaining walls
Decks, fences and composite decking
Sheds, garages and garden structures
Nursery stock, perennials, shrubs and fruit trees
Lawn care, irrigation and garden tools
Patio furniture, pergolas, gazebos and shade sails
Pools, hot tubs and outdoor heating
Home decor, artisanal goods and giftware
Renovation financing and home services
Location & Facilities
Venue
Central Park Athletics
3400 Grand Marais Rd. E at Central Ave.
Facilities
Parking
Central Park Athletics in Windsor 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 Park Athletics in Windsor 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 Park Athletics for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
: Friday12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
General admission
Admission for children under 16 is free. Cash only at the door.
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Who runs the show
Organisers
20/20 Show Productions Inc.
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
Last edition
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Completed
Exhibitors: 200
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Windsor, Canada
Why it matters
On 2027-04-09 to 2027-04-11, Windsor Home & Garden Show in Windsor covering Home improvement tools and materials, Gardening supplies and plants, Interior design products, Outdoor furniture and dec gives energy buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · CAD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Windsor International Airport
Closest option and the easiest arrival if a connecting flight is available; the terminal is small, so allow time for a taxi or pre-booked car
TBA
to venue
Approx. 10-15 minutes to Central Park Athletics (about 6 km)
by car
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
The widest choice of flights. Cross via the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel or the Ambassador Bridge; carry your passport and check live wait times before departure
TBA
to venue
Approx. 45-60 minutes including border formalities (about 40 km)
by car
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Useful for long-haul arrivals with no Detroit or Windsor connection; the rail leg lands at Windsor's VIA station, roughly 15-20 minutes from the venue
TBA
to venue
Approx. 3.5-4 hours by road (about 370 km); VIA Rail from Toronto to Windsor plus a short taxi is an alternative
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront
midscale
Windsor waterfront, Ontario4.3
USD 135–175 / night
Lowest nightly rate among the Windsor-proper options in the Google Hotels capture for the 9-11 April stay window; free cancellation and pool noted. About 15-20 minutes by car to Central Park Athletics.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tecumseh Windsor
midscale extended-stay
Tecumseh, east of Windsor4.7
USD 140–180 / night
Highest guest rating in the capture, with pool and pet-friendly amenities. Kitchen-equipped suites suit multi-day exhibitor stays; roughly 20 minutes by car to the venue.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Windsor East - Lakeshore
midscale
Lakeshore, east Windsor corridor4.7
USD 145–185 / night
Free cancellation and hot tub listed. Convenient for visitors driving in from the east along the Essex County corridor; budget 20-25 minutes to Grand Marais Rd E.
Staybridge Suites Southgate - Detroit Area
upscale extended-stay
Southgate, Michigan (US side)4.5
USD 240–300 / night
US-side suite option for travellers arriving through Detroit Metropolitan. Cross the Ambassador Bridge or the tunnel daily and allow 30-60 minutes each way at peak times.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Woodhaven
midscale
Woodhaven, Michigan (US side)4.2
USD 200–250 / night
US-side option with free cancellation and hot tub noted in the capture. Cheapest of the Michigan properties listed, but the daily border crossing is the trade-off.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forWindsor International Airport (YQG) to Central Park Athletics, 3400 Grand Marais Rd E
Short airport run with no need to pre-book, though a pre-arranged car helps at peak arrival times. Confirm the fare band with the driver before departure.
Bus (Transit Windsor)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forAirport area to Central Park Athletics, route 135 along Grand Marais Rd E
Cheapest option and the only fixed-route transit serving the venue corridor. Schedules and the trip planner are published by the City of Windsor.
Rideshare
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forWindsor International Airport or downtown Windsor to Central Park Athletics
Book on the app before leaving the terminal and check the pickup pin; the venue lot gets busy in the first hour after doors open.
Drive and park at the venue
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forCentral Park Athletics, 3400 Grand Marais Rd E, Windsor
On-site surface parking serves the sports complex and show halls. Weekend afternoons are the busiest window; carpooling is worth considering.
Rail plus taxi
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forVIA Rail Windsor station to Central Park Athletics
Useful if you fly into Toronto Pearson and take the train down. Check VIA Rail schedules for the Windsor arrival time against show hours.
Tunnel bus (cross-border)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forWindsor to Detroit for guests staying on the Michigan side
Only relevant if your hotel is in Michigan. Carry a passport or accepted travel document; the crossing can add significant time at peak hours.
Weather
April is a spring shoulder month in Windsor and the Essex County region. Climatological norms put afternoon highs near 13-14 C and overnight lows near 3-4 C, with roughly 11-12 rain days and around 80 mm of precipitation across the month - approximate figures to plan around, not a forecast. Late cold snaps and frosty mornings are still possible in the first half of April, and the Great Lakes can bring gusty, raw days. Check an Environment Canada forecast within a week of travel and dress in layers for a show that mixes indoor halls with outdoor display areas.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Canada's national networks (Rogers, Bell and Telus, plus their flanker brands) provide LTE and 5G coverage across Windsor and the Grand Marais Rd E corridor. Visitors on a US plan should confirm a Canada roaming add-on before flying, since casual roaming charges can be steep. An eSIM bought before departure is usually the cheapest short-trip option. Wi-Fi at Central Park Athletics is normally available in public areas but should not be relied on for exhibitor demos - request a wired or dedicated connection from the organiser if your booth runs live product demos. US-side hotel guests should check whether their plan treats Canada as domestic.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Two currencies at one show
Windsor prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD); the Michigan hotels in the hotel capture bill in US dollars (USD). Confirm which currency a quote or booking is charged in, and note that the CAD 10 admission is cash only at the door.
Border timing shapes the day
Several nearby hotels sit on the US side of the Detroit River. If you stay there, plan the Ambassador Bridge or Detroit-Windsor Tunnel crossing into your morning, check live wait times, and carry your passport both ways.
Tipping and payment habits
Ontario tipping norms run about 15-20 percent at sit-down restaurants and a dollar or two for a coffee. Cards and mobile tap are accepted nearly everywhere, but the show door is cash only, so carry small CAD notes.
Bilingual labelling
Canada is officially bilingual and packaging often carries French as well as English. In Windsor, English is the working language of the show floor, and exhibitors quote in imperial and metric measurements depending on the trade.
Spring on the show floor
The 9-11 April timing lands in planting season planning. Local buyers arrive with garden measurements and renovation photos, and outdoor display areas at Central Park Athletics can be cooler and windier than the indoor halls, so keep a jacket handy.
Venue and access
Central Park Athletics is a sports and event complex at 3400 Grand Marais Rd E, Windsor, ON N8W 1W7. Confirm hall access, accessibility routes and registration flow with the organiser before travelling.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Windsor International (YQG) is the closest airport, but it has a limited route map, so many visitors connect through Toronto Pearson (YYZ) or fly into Detroit Metropolitan (DTW) and drive across the border. Google Flights samples captured during planning showed Canadian domestic one-way bands from about CAD 154-314 depending on the city pair - treat those as benchmarks only and price your own dates. Book early for the second week of April, allow at least three hours for a US-to-Canada connection through Toronto, and remember that an eTA is required for visa-exempt air arrivals into Canada.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Windsor International Airport: Approx. 10-15 minutes to Central Park Athletics (about 6 km); Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport: Approx. 45-60 minutes including border formalities (about 40 km); Toronto Pearson International Airport: Approx. 3.5-4 hours by road (about 370 km); VIA Rail from Toronto to Windsor plus a short taxi is an alternative. Allow road or rail time to Central Park Athletics; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Central Park Athletics: Windsor waterfront, Ontario: Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront; Tecumseh, east of Windsor: TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tecumseh Windsor; Lakeshore, east Windsor corridor: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Windsor East - Lakeshore.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft both operate in the Windsor area, with typical airport-to-venue trips around CAD 18-30 off-peak and higher surge pricing right after doors open and at closing. Pickup points at Windsor International Airport are signposted outside the terminal. Rideshare across the border is not a practical option for most trips, so if your hotel is in Michigan, plan to drive yourself or use the Transit Windsor tunnel bus.
Public transit: Transit Windsor runs the city bus network, and route 135 serves the Grand Marais Rd E corridor past Central Park Athletics; the planning capture showed an airport-to-venue trip of roughly 33 minutes. Adult single fares are a few dollars cash, with transfers available on request. Schedules, route maps and the mytransitride trip planner are published by the City of Windsor. Service is thinner on Sunday mornings, so check the timetable against show opening hours before relying on the bus.
Parking: Central Park Athletics has on-site surface parking serving the sports complex and show halls. Expect roughly CAD 5-15 per day, with the posted rate confirmed at the gate; weekend afternoons are the busiest window, so arrive 15-20 minutes before doors open. Accessible spaces are typically closest to the main entrance - confirm with the venue if you need a reserved bay. Exhibitors with large vehicles or trailers should arrange loading access off Grand Marais Rd E with the organiser in advance.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April 2027 (9-11 April show window)
Temperature: Approx. 3-14 C from overnight low to afternoon high, based on Windsor climatological norms for April - confirm the actual forecast a week before travel
Seasonality: April is a wet shoulder month in the Great Lakes basin: roughly 11-12 rain days and about 80 mm of precipitation spread across the month, with gusty lake-effect winds. Snow is uncommon by mid-April but late cold snaps and frosty mornings still happen, and rain showers can pass through quickly - bring a compact umbrella and a water-resistant layer.
Packing: Pack layers: a warm mid-layer for near-frost mornings, a light waterproof shell for April showers, and comfortable closed-toe shoes for walking the halls and any outdoor display area at Central Park Athletics. Bring a tote for brochures and plant purchases, a phone battery pack for a full show day, and gloves if you plan to arrive early. If you are crossing from Michigan, keep your passport and travel documents in a single accessible pocket for the border.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Windsor Home & Garden Show usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Day 13 - Check the show schedule page for demo times and any speaker stages so you can plan around them.
Day 2
Day 12 - Book a Windsor-proper hotel (waterfront or Tecumseh corridor) rather than a Michigan property if you want to skip daily border queues.
Day 3
Day 11 - Price flights into Windsor (YQG); if there is no direct route, compare Toronto Pearson plus a VIA Rail leg against Detroit Metropolitan plus a drive.
Day 4
Day 10 - Set a cash budget: admission is CAD 10 for adults, free for under-16s, and the door is cash only.
Day 5
Day 9 - Write down the projects you want quoted (kitchen, roof, deck, garden) and bring rough measurements and photos.
Day 6
Day 8 - Shortlist exhibitor categories in the online show guide: windows and doors, roofing, hardscape, HVAC, nursery stock.; Day 7 - Check the long-range forecast and pack layers; April in Windsor swings from near-frost mornings to mild afternoons.
Day 7
Day 6 - If you are crossing from Michigan, confirm passport validity and check live wait times for the Ambassador Bridge and Detroit-Windsor Tunnel.
Day 8
Day 5 - Decide on transport: on-site parking, or Transit Windsor route 135 along Grand Marais Rd E.
Day 9
Day 4 - Photograph your current bathroom, basement or garden so exhibitors can size a quote at the booth.
Day 10
Day 3 - Prepare a note-taking sheet: company name, quote range, HST stated or not, and follow-up contact.
Day 11
Day 2 - Confirm any appointment you agreed with a contractor, and check whether they need a site visit booked.
Day 12
Day 14 - Confirm the 9-11 April 2027 dates and the Central Park Athletics venue at 3400 Grand Marais Rd E, then block the day you will attend.; Day 1 - Charge your phone, bring a tote for brochures and plant purchases, and arrive at opening for the quietest hall hours.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Central Park Athletics
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Windsor Home & Garden Show registration concourse
Central Park Athletics
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Central Park Athletics
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsCA$190.00
- Per diem × 2CA$150.00
Estimated totalCA$340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · General admission
CAD 10 / per person
organiser_published
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | CAD 10 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Windsor Home & Garden Show fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Windsor Home & Garden Show, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Home improvement tools and materials and Gardening supplies and plants solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Windsor Home & Garden Show in Windsor.
Min. budget
$1,037.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Home improvement tools and materials and Gardening supplies and plants products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$4,666.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Windsor show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
Gallery
Photos
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What is the closest airport to Central Park Athletics in Windsor?
Windsor International Airport (YQG) is about 10 minutes and 5.5 km from the venue via Walker Rd, according to Google Maps directions. Toronto Pearson and Detroit Metropolitan are the larger hubs for connecting flights.
How do I get from Windsor airport to Central Park Athletics?
By car or taxi the drive is roughly 10 minutes over 5.5 km. Transit Windsor bus line 135 covered the trip in about 33 minutes in the map capture; live schedules are on the City of Windsor transit pages.
Where should I stay for an event at Central Park Athletics?
Windsor waterfront options like Holiday Inn Express Windsor Waterfront and east-side properties such as TownePlace Suites Tecumseh Windsor had the strongest guest ratings in the Google Hotels capture. US-side hotels in Southgate and Woodhaven are alternatives if you accept border-crossing time.
What is the venue address?
3400 Grand Marais Road East, Windsor, Ontario N8W 1W7, Canada.
Glossary
- Home and garden show
- A consumer-facing fair where renovation contractors, garden retailers, nursery growers and outdoor-living suppliers present products, samples and on-the-spot quotes in one hall, in this case Central Park Athletics in Windsor, Ontario.
- Hardscaping
- The non-plant side of a landscape build: interlock paving, retaining walls, steps, patios and walkways. Windsor-area hardscape exhibitors typically quote per square foot plus base excavation.
- Interlock paving
- Segmental concrete or stone pavers laid on a compacted granular base, the standard driveway and patio finish on many Ontario properties. Ask whether the quote includes polymeric joint sand and edge restraint.
- Eavestrough
- The Canadian term for a roof gutter. Home show vendors quote eavestrough replacement together with downspouts, fascia and leaf guards, and often bundle it with soffit work.
- Basement waterproofing
- Interior weeping tile, sump pumps and membrane systems, or exterior excavation and damp-proofing, used to keep below-grade rooms dry through spring snowmelt and heavy rain in the Great Lakes basin.
- Weeping tile
- A perforated drainage pipe laid around or under a foundation footing to carry groundwater to a sump pit. A common discovery item during basement renovation quotes at Ontario home shows.
- Cold-climate heat pump
- An air-source heat pump rated to keep heating capacity at sub-zero outdoor temperatures, the main alternative to a gas furnace in Ontario retrofit conversations and a recurring category among HVAC exhibitors.
- Canada plant hardiness zone
- A rating of the coldest expected winter temperature for a location. Windsor sits among the warmest Canadian zones, which is why nursery tags on site list zone ranges rather than province names.
- Nursery stock
- Live plants sold by growers: bare-root and potted shrubs, perennials, fruit trees and seasonal annuals. Buyers should check whether plants can be carried across the border, since live plant material is restricted.
- Raised bed
- A framed planting box filled with soil, typically timber, composite or galvanised steel. Popular in Windsor gardens where clay soil or limited yard space makes in-ground planting difficult.
- Composite decking
- Wood-plastic or capped polymer boards used instead of pressure-treated lumber. Exhibitors usually quote deck boards, hidden fasteners, joists and railing as separate line items.
- Xeriscaping
- Landscape design that reduces irrigation demand through drought-tolerant plants, mulch and permeable surfaces. Relevant for Essex County properties on sandy soil and for clients cutting summer water bills.
- Low-voltage landscape lighting
- 12-volt path, deck and garden fixtures fed from a transformer, usually installed alongside a hardscape or planting project. Ask for a fixture count and transformer load in the quote.
- Pergola or gazebo
- Freestanding or attached shade structures for patios. Ontario suppliers usually separate the structure, footings and any permit fees in the estimate.
- HST
- Harmonized Sales Tax, 13 percent in Ontario. Ask every exhibitor whether the quoted price includes HST, since show-floor estimates are often stated before tax.
- Lead capture
- The contact and project details an exhibitor records at the booth (name, project type, budget band, timeline) so a quote can be followed up after the show closes.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Windsor Home & Garden Show 2027
- Windsor Home 2027
- Windsor Canada
- Home & Garden Show Windsor 2027
- Home improvement tools and materials
- Gardening supplies and plants
- Interior design products
- Outdoor furniture and decor
- Home & Garden Show Consumer Show Windsor
Digital business cards for the show floor
Display a free company card at your booth, or share your professional card on the show floor.