Waikato Home & Garden Show 2026 in Hamilton

The Waikato Home & Garden Show brings together hundreds of exhibitors across building, renovation, decoration, heating, kitchen and bathroom, appliances and gardening. Held at Claudelands Events Centre in Hamilton, it is the region's biggest showcase for home improvement and outdoor living. Across four days, visitors can explore feature zones like the Build & Renovation Hub, Artisan Food Village, Style Stage and the Landscape Design Awards. The 2026 edition features Australian design icon Shaynna Blaze in her New Zealand debut, alongside Auckland maximalist Evie Kemp and local designer Kerryn Elwin. Practical workshops, including home maintenance sessions with Habitat for Humanity and a treasure hunt for younger visitors, make it a family-friendly day out. Goodfellows Lakeside Seniors' Day on Thursday offers a quieter experience for older attendees, while the Generate KiwiSaver Performance Hub provides retirement planning advice. Tickets are available online until midnight 28 September, with discounted rates compared to gate prices. Children aged 16 and under enter free and do not require a ticket.