Outdoor Cooking Experience | The VIP Cooking Stage, presented by VIP Kitchens – Custom built kitchen stage from VIP Kitchens and appliances with some of the best Louisiana chefs demonstrating their favorite recipes.

Experience a completely unique art market. Not only will you be able to browse and shop from many different artists, but you will see them working in their medium. Learn how they go through the creative process and even be able to make a piece of art to take home. Take a dive in the dumpster with Benjamin Bullins, “The Dumpster Diver”.

Have a problem in your home or apartment? Stop by the Ask the Expert booth and talk with a member of the Home Builders Association. From Mega to Mini, these professionals can help you with any issue from roofs to flooring and everything in between.

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Come meet author Boyce Thompson. Boyce has searched the world to bring us important new products and prototypes. He will set up an amazing and interactive display with the technology of tomorrow.

Browse through a huge collection of orchids & tropical flowers all with special show pricing you can’t get anywhere else!

Presented by Belle Danse Orchid and Tropical Market

Area high schools will compete by planning and building a project and then presenting their completed entry at the Home & Garden Show to judges from the building industry. Students will be on site to explain their project and answer questions to the public. Projects displayed will be available for silent auction with ALL of the proceeds going back to the participating school.

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Area rescue centers are here with adoptable dogs and with resources for owners including information on service animals, and dealing with your pet’s health needs. Also enjoy agility training demonstrations; along with dog meet & greets.

The nationally touring Tiny Smart Home features a fully-loaded smart home system; lofted bedroom, compact kitchen, and divided living space, dozens of entertainment and control devices offer ways to interact with the home using custom-engraved wall keypads, handheld remotes, touch screens, mobile devices, or voice control. The system showcases many popular smart home features, such as smart lighting and shading, multi-room audio and intercoms, video distribution, temperature control, and security.