If you’re like me and you are already thinking of warmer weather — usually while staring out the window at another snowbank — good news!

The Minneapolis Home + Garden Show is coming and it’s basically a warm-weather mood boost we can all use, plus I have a 50% discount code for you!

The show is back February 25th – March 1st, 2026 at the Minneapolis Convention Center, and if you’re a Twin Cities family who loves getting ideas, planning projects, or just browsing without blowing the budget, this is one event worth checking out.

Even better? I’ve got an exclusive 50% discount just for my readers so you can save on tickets. (More on that below)

What Is the Minneapolis Home + Garden Show?

This show is five days of inspiration, deals, and hands-on ideas for real Minnesota homes like yours and mine. We’ve gone in past years and it was so worth it.

This year there will be:

500+ exhibits (home, garden, remodeling, décor, outdoor living)
Tons of local Minnesota businesses
Celebrity guests
Kid-friendly areas, food, shopping, and plenty of ideas you can DIY on a budget

It’s presented by Furniture and Things and is one of those classic Twin Cities events that really does feel like a sign of spring.

Celebrity Guests You Can See (Without Paying Extra)

One thing I love about this show is that the big-name guests are included with admission.

Captain Sandy from Below Deck Mediterranean

Captain Sandy will be sharing leadership and life lessons on the Fresh Ideas Stage:

Saturday, Feb 28th at 3 p.m.
Sunday, March 1st at 1 p.m.

Bridget Lancaster & Julia Collin Davison from America’s Test Kitchen

If you love practical, tested recipes that actually work for families, this one’s for you:

Friday, Feb 27th at 4 p.m.
Saturday, Feb 28th at 12 p.m.

There are also some Minnesota favorites, including:

Matt Muenster (HGTV’s Bath Crashers)
Stephanie Hansen from Weekly Dish and Taste Buds

Must-See Highlights for Budget-Minded Families

Here’s where the show really shines if you’re trying to be smart with your money:

The Idea Home

A full 2,500-square-foot Idea Home designed around “Country Club Living.” Even if you’re not planning a remodel, this is an awesome place to:

Steal design ideas
See products in real life
Talk one-on-one with the experts afterward for free

Feature Gardens & Green Thumb Theater

Perfect if you:

Want a better garden without wasting money
Are curious about pollinator gardens or soil health
Love learning from local Minnesota experts

Plus, there’s a plant and garden market if you want to shop.

DIY & Student Showcases

ReStore’s “Give a Chair Some Flair” DIY Contest (love the upcycling angle!)
Dunwoody College student furniture designs
High school–built cat condos benefiting Warrior Dog Rescue 🐾

These areas are great for kids and teens, too — mine always love seeing what students create.

Pet Zone, Artists’ Studio & Food Pavilion

From adoptable pets to local art to BBQ and pizza, there’s plenty to keep everyone happy if not everyone in your family is a “home project person.”

The BEST Way to Save on Tickets (Including My Exclusive Discount)

Regular admission is $15 for adults, but there are lots of ways to pay less:

$13 online tickets
$5 for kids age 6-12
Kids 5 & under FREE
$5 After 5 p.m. at the box office
Free admission on select theme days (teachers, seniors, heroes, public servants)
Save $5 off tickets at Hy-Vee and Frattallone’s

Exclusive Discount!

Use my code FRUGAL to save 50% on admission!

👉 Go here and the discount will automatically be applied!

Show Dates & Times

Minneapolis Convention Center

Wednesday, Feb 25th: Noon – 8 p.m.
Thursday, Feb 26th: Noon – 8 p.m.
Friday, Feb 27th: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday, Feb 28th: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday, March 1st: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Frugal Mom Tip: Sunday afternoon + the Annual Plant Sale after 5 p.m. is a great time to score deals if you’re already thinking spring planting.

Final Thoughts

You don’t need to be remodeling your whole house to enjoy the Minneapolis Home + Garden Show. It’s a great place to:

Gather ideas
Talk to local experts
Entertain the kids
Feel hopeful that winter will end

If you’re planning to go, don’t forget to use my exclusive discount and let me know what you’re most excited to see!