By Molly Given<\/p>\n
The Philly Home + Garden Show is next month, and over its three-day run, there will be plenty of reasons to stop by \u2014 hundreds of reasons, in fact.<\/p>\n
Held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, this year\u2019s show will feature nearly 300 exhibitors, celebrity guests, immersive gardens, hands-on workshops, and shopping experiences from Feb. 20 to 22. Every year, the exhibition also highlights keynote speakers, with Bravo personality Captain Sandy Yawn and Kevin O\u2019 Connor, the Emmy-winning host of \u2018This Old House\u2019 and \u2018Ask This Old House\u2019 on site.<\/p>\n
Yawn will be presenting on the Main Stage Friday at 6 p.m., and Saturday at 1 p.m., while O\u2019 Connor will be featured Saturday at 5 p.m., and Sunday at noon. Both will share insights on leadership, problem-solving, renovation, and real-world home improvement strategies.<\/p>\n
Otherwise, there will be a little something for everyone, whether you\u2019re someone with a green thumb, an affinity for DIY, or you just have a curious mind.<\/p>\n
As always, there will be a large portion of space \u2014 9,000 square feet to be exact \u2014 of inspirational gardens showcasing new landscaping techniques, ideas, and must-have products for 2026. The Barking Lot + Doggy Fashion Show, another fan favorite event, will also be back this year (date and time TBD). With the latter, locals can treat their dogs and cats to toys, treats, and accessories while supporting the Pennsylvania SPCA<\/a>, with vendors donating a portion of proceeds to help homeless animals.<\/p>\n There\u2019s also a new feature this year: The Children\u2019s Entrepreneur Market. The award-winning program teaches young people about the power of entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership through experiential learning and will be in full swing on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n Locals can also try whiskey samples and backyard games at The Spirited Backyard section, a DIY Succulent Bar, a Philly Favorites Market chock full of local artisans, an Ask a Garden Expert booth, and Make It, Take It Workshops, with a schedule set to be announced closer to the show\u2019s start date.<\/p>\n The 2026 experience will additionally feature wine tastings, a wood-fire pizza pop-up, two modular homes built by ABC Home Sales that are open for touring, and ways to learn about edible landscaping, local honey and bees.\u00a0<\/p>\n This year will also feature a few special ticketing options: Senior Day (Feb. 20) will feature 50% off admission at the box office for guests 60+, and Hero Day (Feb. 22) will offer free admission for active and retired military, first responders, nurses, doctors, and teachers. Plus, anyone who donates blood through the Red Cross will receive a complimentary ticket to the Philly Home + Garden Show. Tickets run for $12 at the door, $10 online, and children 12 and under are free. Parking is also free onsite.\u00a0<\/p>\n