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SUMMARY:The Inspired Home Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Inspired Home Show returns March 10–12\, 2026\, at McCormick Place in Chicago\, Ill. The annual event produced by International Housewares Association brings together thousands of buyers and suppliers from around the world. Visitors will explore hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of products across categories including kitchenware\, décor\, storage\, housewares\, and home-goods\, organized into distinct expos like Clean + Contain\, Dine + Décor\, Travel Gear + Luggage\, Wired + Well\, and International Sourcing. In addition to the exhibit floor\, the 2026 show will feature networking events\, educational sessions\, keynote presentations\, and new attractions like the SPLiCE Licensing Hub — all aimed at helping retailers and brands identify emerging trends and forge business partnerships before the next retail season.
URL:https://thehardwareconnection.com/event/the-inspired-home-show-2026/
LOCATION:McCormick Place\, 2301 S King Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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SUMMARY:HPBExpo 2026
DESCRIPTION:HPBExpo 2026 is a North American trade event for the hearth\, barbecue and outdoor living industries\, bringing together retailers\, manufacturers and distributors to explore new products\, education sessions and industry trends. The show features a large exhibit floor along with networking events and demonstrations focused on hearth\, barbecue and outdoor living categories.
URL:https://thehardwareconnection.com/event/hpbexpo-2026/
LOCATION:Ernest N. Morial Convention Center\, 900 Convention Center Blvd\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130
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SUMMARY:Blish-Mize Spring 2026 Customer Buying Market
DESCRIPTION:The Blish-Mize Spring 2026 Customer Buying Market is one of the distributor’s twice-yearly markets\, bringing together independent hardware retailers\, suppliers\, and vendors for product buying\, planning\, and networking. Attendees can expect vendor showcases of new products\, cost-plus specials\, coupon-buy deals\, extended dating opportunities\, and seasonal booking programs designed to help retailers prepare for spring and summer demand. The market typically includes merchandising support and educational sessions\, making it a key event for hardware and farm-supply stores looking to refresh assortments and strengthen vendor relationships ahead of the busy selling season.
URL:https://thehardwareconnection.com/event/blish-mize-spring-2026-customer-buying-market/
LOCATION:Overland Park Convention Center\, 6000 College Blvd\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66211\, United States
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SUMMARY:PACOA Spring Dealer Market 2026
DESCRIPTION:The PACOA Spring Dealer Market brings together retail dealers and suppliers in paint\, hardware\, lumber\, janitorial\, and building supplies across New York\, New Jersey\, Connecticut\, and Pennsylvania. The 2026 show takes place March 21-22 at Queens College in Flushing\, N.Y. It functions as a regional buying event and an opportunity for dealers to compare products\, negotiate with vendors\, and explore seasonal trends in a focused\, in-person setting.
URL:https://thehardwareconnection.com/event/pacoa-spring-dealer-market-2026/
LOCATION:Queens College\, 65-30 Kissena Blvd.\, Flushing\, NY\, 11367\, United States
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