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September 12-14, 2025

North Carolina State Fairgrounds

What is a Home Show?

About Us

The Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop in-person with REAL people for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals.

Whether you’re joining us at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds with a specific project in mind or just looking for some inspiration, our local home professionals have you covered. With hundreds of booths to explore and several unique feature displays to enjoy, this is a valuable event for all North Carolina homeowners.


Top 5 Reasons to Attend the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show

  1. The perfect destination for a busy person. One stop shopping means you can find everything you need to refresh your space, all under one roof. With REAL people you can get your questions answered in-person, no endless online searching for what you need. From kitchens & baths to flooring and more, we’ve got you covered. View the Exhibitor List. 

  2. To save money. Everyone loves a Best Price Guarantee, and Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show exhibitors often have “show deals” on their products and services. These offers tend to be exclusive and can be just the thing to jumpstart your renovation. See current deals here. 

  3. Quality products and services. At the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show, we feature the highest quality exhibitors. Get ready to browse exceptional products and meet skilled individuals face-to-face. Work with Trusted Sellers on your next home project!

  4. Sometimes even DIYers need a little help. Whether you’re looking for quick advice from a stage presentation or project assistance from an exhibitor, the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show is your source for home improvement inspiration and expert advice.

  5. Fun, fun, fun for everyone! The Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show is not just about tiles and sofas – it features numerous activities for every member of your family. With funky playsets for kids, unique workshops, entertaining TV personalities, and much more, the Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show is vibrantly designed with FUN in mind.

Community

The Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show i is on Facebook and Instagram. Connect with us for behind-the-scenes funs, cool contests, and the most up-to-date show news. Plus, we’re a great resource for project tips and trend reports.

 

Participate

Want to bring your business to the Atlanta Home Show? We are now accepting exhibitors. Click here to submit your online application.

Who is Marketplace Events?

The Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show is produced by Marketplace Events; creator of vibrant expositions connecting enthusiasts with experts, products, and services in dynamic face-to-face environments. The company produces more than 100 business-to-consumer and trade shows in North America including home and garden shows, sport and outdoor shows, holiday shows and regional trade shows. The company delivers some of the most successful and longest-running shows in North America, including market-leading shows in Seattle, Minneapolis, Indianapolis, Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal—some of which have thrived in their markets for more than 75 years.