The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show is introducing the Floral Showcase for the first time in Arizona at WestWorld April 19-21.
This inaugural event will feature towering floral sculptures, themed gardenscapes, outrageous bouquets, a living greenhouse, a flower market and more from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, April 19 through Sunday, April 21 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, located at 16601 N. Pima Road. Guests can experience the kaleidoscope of colors inside the Flower Showcase along with more than 1,000 home improvement exhibits, all in one location for three days.
“The Flower Showcase is taking over the home show, where ordinary fades into oblivion and extraordinary takes center stage,” said Katie Jones, show manager. “In addition to the immersive floral showcase, guests will see the best home improvement companies, walk through landscapes and tiny homes, as well as see inspiration and unbeatable pricing throughout the weekend.”
The Maricopa County Home & Garden Show presents hundreds of home improvement, design and landscaping products and services offered at exclusive home show pricing.
General admission is $8 daily for adults, free for kids under 12. Tickets can be purchased on site, cash only. Parking is $10 cash or $12 card. Wheelchair/scooter rentals will be available at the entrance and there will be a large food court.
Senior morning will be on Friday from 10 a.m. to noon, $3 admission for guests 60 and older.
Customer appreciation with $2 admission is Friday from 2 to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Military appreciation offers $5 admission with valid military identification for all three days.
April birthdays get to visit the pink prize tent for a special birthday gift with valid ID.
Sign up for discounted tickets and perks with the Platinum Guest Club Loyalty program, at MCHomeShows.com.
Unique show attractions
- The Floral Showcase – A New Immersive Experience: An overwhelming variety of colors featuring towering and cascading floral displays, mesmerizing tinyscapes, eccentric bouquets, a living greenhouse, a bustling flower market to shop and more.
- Arizona Flower Market Seminars: Local professional florists will showcase their arrangement techniques and work with audience members to create stunning pieces. Participants will have the opportunity to take home the arrangements they created.
- Eccentric Floral Displays: A vibrant display of floral creativity will feature immersive experiences that delight the senses. See, smell, touch and become inspired by the breathtaking, out-of-the-box floral installations designed by professional florists from around the Valley.
- The Garden Bar: Pull up a seat at the Garden Bar, where happy hour is every 15 minutes. “Gar-tenders” will be serving up sunflowers, pothos, eucalyptus and more out of a vintage Volkswagen Bus covered and filled with flowers. Each guest will get to take part in a mini floral lesson at the walk-up interactive plant bar.
- Battle of the Bouquets: Get ready for an epic showdown between the best local florists in the Valley. View a variety of eccentric and stunning bouquets that will leave you in awe and vote for your favorite bouquet to help choose the winner.
- Trixie the Trusty Trailer: This mobile trailer offers a unique experience where you can create your own vibrant bouquet with a variety of different flowers. This wonderland on wheels is picture perfect!
- Tinyscapes: Venture through a world of wonder and imagination with miniature landscapes. Each Tinyscape is a masterpiece, meticulously-crafted to showcase the wonders of nature and love for all things floral.
- Living Greenhouse: Greenery meets grandeur at the 360-degree living greenhouse. Plant experts will lend a helping hand to guide you in choosing the perfect plant that suits your lifestyle, the ideal location to place it, and provide tips on how to keep it thriving in your home.
- Landscapers Boulevard: Stroll through over-the-top, expertly constructed landscapes. Your journey will take you on an experience where artistry and imagination intertwine.
- Virtual Reality Garden: Escape reality and immerse yourself in a world of vibrant colors, wild botanicals and fantastical landscapes in the all-new Virtual Reality Garden Experience.
- The Dressing Room of Narcissus: Step inside “The Dressing Room of Narcissus," inspired by the mythology of Narcissus, indulge in your own beauty. With a moss day bed and a vanity exploding with florals, you can take a moment to appreciate your own reflection. Pose for photos on the fainting couch and capture the essence of your own beauty.
- Instagramable opportunities: Immerse yourself in towering displays and out-of-the-box creations that are the perfect backdrop for picturesque photos. Upgrade your group photos and selfie game to a whole new level. With multiple hot spot locations and a handy map to guide you, you can take a pic at every Insta-worthy floral display. Get ready to bloom with beauty and create memories that will last a lifetime. #HomeShowsAreForEveryone
- The best deals on home improvement: Featuring over 1,000 vendor booths, get the best deals on Kitchen & Bath Remodeling, Windows, Doors, Garage Solutions, Flooring, Landscaping, Plumbing, Pools, Solar, and so much more. If you have an idea for your home, they have the home improvement company who can bring your vision to life. Talk with experts, gather inspiration from stunning displays and discover innovative products that will enhance your living space.
- Tiny Homes: Explore a neighborhood of tiny homes and discover the variety of features they offer. From cozy cottages to more modern marvels, there's a tiny home to suit every taste.
- Handmade Headquarters: Free make-and-take crafts, including:
- Pressed Flower Lanterns: learn to create stunning lanterns adorned with pressed and dried natural flowers.
- Everlasting Felt Succulents: Cut and roll felt fabric to create a unique and everlasting succulent.
- Floral Wax Tarts: Handmade custom floral wax melts will elevate the ambiance of any room.
- Organic Floral Bath Salts + Body Oil: Learn how to make your very own floral bath salts and body oil combo set.
- Hammered Copper Hearts: Dive into the ancient technique of hammering copper as you create a one-of-a-kind heart copper heart pendant.
- Ask a Master Gardener: The University of Arizona Master Gardeners are highly trained experts in everything from herb gardens to vegetables to succulents. Watch and learn as they discuss and demonstrate gardening tips and tricks to help you prepare for the upcoming Summer, welcome helpful pollinators and more. Each seminar is interactive and very informative.
- Seminars: Main Stage seminars blend stunning visuals showcasing cutting edge advice and practical demonstrations from home improvement professionals in their fields. There’s something for everyone, see one seminar or see them all.
- Landscape Consultation: Free walk-up landscape consultation and take-home design with the landscaping professionals valued at $350. Don’t forget to bring your existing backyard pictures and measurements for a personalized session.
- Kids’ Corner: Free do-it-yourself workshops for kids aged 4 to 12. Bring the family and make a paper floral arrangement or arrange your own bouquet.
For more information about the Maricopa County Home Show, call 602-485-1691 or visit MChomeshows.com.
