CGHS | Colorado Garden + Home Show 2027
Event Date
February 13–21, 2027
Location
Denver, CO
Expected Exhibitors
500
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Colorado Garden & Home Show is a consumer garden and home improvement expo held annually at the Colorado Convention Center in downtown Denver. Considered one of the premier shows of its kind, it bills itself as the largest, oldest, and most prestigious consumer garden and home improvement show west of the Mississippi. The nine-day event brings together the latest ideas and trends in landscaping, gardening and home improvement.
The show transforms roughly 400,000 square feet of the Colorado Convention Center into a marketplace of garden and home improvement products. Visitors can meet the region's gardening experts and home improvement professionals, tour professionally built feature gardens, shop from local garden centers, and attend free educational seminars.
The show is a strong fit for homeowners planning renovations, landscaping or gardening projects, as well as anyone seeking design inspiration and face-to-face access to trusted local contractors and vendors. Historically, it has been the only consumer show produced by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that contributed proceeds from ticket sales toward horticultural grants and scholarships across Colorado, adding a community-benefit dimension to the visit.
Show Highlights
Signature features that recur each year include:
- Feature Gardens — more than 19,000 square feet of professionally landscaped gardens (seven gardens in a recent edition).
- Theater Sessions — around 40 educational seminars on a variety of topics, all covered with the cost of admission.
- Garden Centers — Colorado nurseries and garden supply stores gathered in one place selling plants, seeds, soil and more.
- Backyard Buzz! — an interactive zone on pollinators, wildlife and backyard ecology with local conservation partners.
- Inside the Interior Designers Studio, Plant Workshops (hands-on classes), Ask a Gardener with Colorado Master Gardeners, a Kids Zone, and a Shopper's Lounge.
Recent editions have featured celebrity guest presenters. For example, the 2026 show hosted Jenn Nawada, landscape contractor for This Old House, and UK garden designer Jo Thompson, a multiple RHS Chelsea Flower Show gold medalist. Presenters for 2027 are typically announced closer to the show.
Registration
Admission is purchased at the box office or online. Ticket types and pricing published for the upcoming edition are:
- Adults: $15 (box office and online)
- Seniors (65 and older): $12
- Children (12 and under): Free
Tickets are sold through AXS.com. Admission is discounted 50% at the box office Monday through Thursday. Note that tickets are valid for one day only — there are no multi-day tickets. Visa, Mastercard and Discover are accepted, as are checks and cash. All seminars are free and included with the price of admission.
History
Colorado Garden Show, Inc., doing business as the Colorado Garden Foundation, was formed in 1958 by a group of individuals to raise funds for the Denver Botanic Gardens; to raise those funds they started the Colorado Garden Show, which is now the Colorado Garden & Home Show. The event was the 64th annual edition in 2023, making it one of the longest-running shows of its kind in the region.
To date, the Foundation has awarded more than $13 million for horticultural projects and scholarships throughout the state. In 2025 the Foundation sold the show to Marketplace Events; Executive Director Jim Fricke said joining forces would let the organization build on a legacy that, over more than 65 years, gave back more than $13 million through horticultural grants and scholarships. The first Marketplace Events–produced edition took place in February 2026.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Venue & Travel
Venue
Colorado Convention Center
700 14th Street, Denver, CO 80202
The Colorado Convention Center is the official home of CEDIA Expo/CIX 2026, located in the heart of downtown Denver. The facility hosts the exhibit hall, CEDIA Education Conference sessions, Smart Stage, Manufacturer Product Training rooms, and special-event spaces for the show's awards programs and networking activations.
Exhibit Hall hours:
- Wednesday, September 2 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday, September 3 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday, September 4 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Parking
Paid parking is available at the Colorado Convention Center's on-site garage, with additional public parking lots and garages located throughout downtown Denver within walking distance of the venue. Detailed parking maps and best routes to the Colorado Convention Center are published on the official CEDIA Expo/CIX Transportation page.
Getting There
- Airport: Denver International Airport (DEN) is the primary gateway for visitors flying into the show.
- Public transit: The Regional Transportation District (RTD) operates the A Line commuter rail between DEN and Denver Union Station, with light rail and bus connections serving the Colorado Convention Center area of downtown.
- Rideshare: Uber and Lyft are widely available at the airport and throughout downtown Denver.
- Driving & parking: Detailed driving directions and parking guidance for the Colorado Convention Center are published on the official CEDIA Expo/CIX Transportation page.
Nearby Hotels
EvolveCon, powered by HotelMap, is the only official housing vendor for CEDIA Expo/CIX, and attendees and exhibitors are urged to book through the official housing portal to secure event rates and reservation protection. The official site warns against unauthorized third-party housing vendors that may contact attendees with discounted offers.
The Colorado Convention Center sits in downtown Denver, where a wide range of full-service and select-service hotels are within walking distance or a short rideshare ride from the venue. Specific property names, distances, and negotiated rates are published on the official EvolveCon/HotelMap booking site linked from cediaexpo.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Colorado Garden & Home Show 2027?
The show runs February 13-21, 2027 at the Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th Street, Denver, CO 80202. It is a nine-day event.
How much does admission cost and how do I buy tickets?
Adult tickets are $15, seniors 65 and older are $12, and children 12 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased at the box office or online through AXS.com, and admission is 50% off at the box office Monday through Thursday.
Who should attend the Colorado Garden & Home Show?
It is aimed at homeowners and anyone planning gardening, landscaping, remodeling or home improvement projects. Attendees can meet local experts and vendors, tour feature gardens, shop garden centers, and attend free seminars.
Are the seminars included with admission?
Yes. All seminars are free and included in the price of admission, with roughly 40 educational theater sessions offered on gardening and home improvement topics.
Where do I park and is there a recommended hotel?
A parking garage is attached to the Convention Center with contactless (cashless) payment, and advance booking is available through SpotHero. The show's official hotel partner is the Hilton Garden Inn Denver Downtown at 1400 Welton St, with a negotiated rate of $139 per night.
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