Des Moines Home + Garden Show returns for Valentine's Weekend

Annual expo offers home improvement, decor, and gardening inspiration for spring

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The annual Des Moines Home & Garden Show has returned to downtown for Valentine's Day Weekend, offering hundreds of vendors showcasing the latest in home improvement, decor, lawn care, and more. The majority of businesses featured are Iowa or Midwest-based, and the expo includes workshops on flower cultivation, composting, herb growing, and flower design.

Why it matters

The Home + Garden Show is a popular annual event that helps kick off the spring season in Des Moines, providing inspiration and resources for homeowners and gardeners to prepare for the warmer months ahead. With Polk County Paula predicting an early spring, the timing of the expo is particularly well-suited this year.

The details

The Home + Garden Show takes place at the Iowa Events Center and runs from Friday, February 14 through Sunday, February 16. Admission is $14 for adults, $4 for kids, and free for children 6 and under. The expo is open from 10am to 9pm on Friday, 9am to 8pm on Saturday, and 10am to 6pm on Sunday.

  • The Home + Garden Show runs from February 14-16, 2026.
  • Polk County Paula predicted an early spring this year.

The players

Iowa Events Center

The venue hosting the Des Moines Home + Garden Show.

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The takeaway

The Des Moines Home + Garden Show provides an excellent opportunity for local residents to get inspired and prepared for the upcoming spring season, with hundreds of vendors, workshops, and exhibits focused on home improvement, gardening, and outdoor living.