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April 11-13, 2025

North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Raleigh, NC

APPEARING LIVE!

See HGTV's "Unsellable Houses", Leslie Davis and Lyndsay Lamb live on stage Friday & Saturday.

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Your Projects Begin Here

Mark your calendars! The Spring Fairgrounds Southern Ideal Home Show will return April 11-13, 2025.

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MEET OUR EXPERTS

Search for experts from your own home. Find store and contact information.

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GARDENING IDEAS

Practical Advice and Great Deals.

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LOOKING TO EXHIBIT?

Don’t Miss Out on the Action!

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Ideal Home Show

A Raleigh tradition with 150+ exhibitors each year.

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Fresh Ideas Stage

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Sponsored by Mitchell Heating & Cooling. Check out the Fresh Ideas Stage for advice from experts in interior design, gardening, home improvement and more!

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Backyard Getaways

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Be sure to stop by Progreen Landscape Solutions' booths when you visit this year's show! Their outdoor experts will be able to give you ideas on how to create the backyard of your dreams!

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Food Truck & Fun

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Calling all foodies! Visit the Food Trucks & Fun Courtyard located between the Expo and Graham buildings on Friday to Sunday from 11AM-4PM for local eats.

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Interactive Exhibitor List

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