The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show

March 10–12, 2026 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show
March 10—12 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

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Recent News from The Inspired Home Show!

The Joy Economy: In Search of Good Vibes at Home

It’s prime time for housewares retailers and suppliers to lean into products, marketing and merchandising that spark positive emotions and delight.

Spring Cleaning and Organizing Gets a Boost in 2025

Spring cleaning and organizing projects offer opportunities for retailers and suppliers to connect with consumers.

Influencers at The Inspired Home Show: Highlighting Trends Shaping Consumer Choices

By sharing their experiences, content creators give consumers a firsthand look at new products and emerging trends—driving awareness and demand.

Announcing the 2023 gia Winners for Product Design

Announcing the 2023 gia Winners for Product Design

Fourteen housewares suppliers ranging from well-established brands to first-time exhibitors were honored as Global Honorees of the IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) for Excellence in Product Design today.

Make Yourself at Home at The Inspired Home Show 2023

Make Yourself at Home at The Inspired Home Show 2023

From March 4-7, everyone from C-suite execs to start-up entrepreneurs, celebrity chefs to retail experts, trend forecasters to online influencers will converge on Chicago’s McCormick Place to help shape the future of everyone’s favorite place—home.

Announcing the 2023 gia Finalists for Product Design

Announcing the 2023 gia Finalists for Product Design

The 70 finalists in the IHA Global Innovations Awards (gia) for product design have been announced by the International Housewares Association. Global honorees in each of 14 categories will be announced in during the invitation-only gia dinner Saturday, March 4 during The Inspired Home Show 2023.