Fall Atlanta Home Show Sept. 27-29 at Cobb Galleria Centre

The Fall Atlanta Home Show will return for its 36th year Sept. 27-29, 2019 at the Cobb Galleria Centre. Produced by Marketplace Events, the Atlanta Home Show will feature hundreds of home improvement exhibitors, live radio broadcasts, product demonstrations and on-stage presentations by celebrity speakers and home and landscape experts. On Sunday, Sept. 29 at 1 p.m., Atlanta’s own Ty Pennington will speak from the PMCPros Home Show Stage, offering insights and behind-the-scenes stories from his time on TLC’s “Trading Spaces” and ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”.

Fall Atlanta Home Show Hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28 and 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29. General Admission tickets for adults are $8 when purchased online, or $10 at the Show box office. Children age 12 and under and adults age 65 and older (with I.D.) are admitted free. www.FallAtlantaHomeShow.com

“The Fall Atlanta Home Show is a ‘must-visit’ event for anyone planning a home or landscape improvement project,” said Mark Levine, Show manager. “We’ve gathered experts in every home improvement category you can think of – from roofs to basements, kitchens and bathrooms, interiors and landscapes so attendees can talk to the pros, see products demonstrated, make appointments and comparison shop all in one place. We are especially excited to welcome Ty Pennington back to his hometown of Atlanta for a special Sunday appearance at the Fall Atlanta Home Show.”

Pennington, known for his exuberant personality and carpentry skills, rose to fame on TLC’s “Trading Spaces”, which returned to TLC with the original cast last year. For nearly a decade, he hosted ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”, and became well known for his volunteer work and for spotlighting worthy causes. He will be part of the “Extreme Makeover” reboot, set to air in early 2020. The TV host, carpenter, author and philanthropist grew up in the greater Atlanta area, graduating from Marietta’s Sprayberry High School, and attending Kennesaw State University and the Art Institute of Atlanta, where he graduated with a degree in graphic design. He has recently authored a new book, “Life to the Extreme: How a Chaotic Kid Became America’s Favorite Carpenter”. He will sign copies of his book immediately following his Sunday presentation.

Another special feature of the Fall Atlanta Home Show will be the Outdoor Oasis created by Georgia Landscape, He Shed She Shed, Inc. and Tuff Shed. The large exhibit area will showcase lush planted borders, hardscaping and custom-designed outdoor furniture and sheds, perfect for a quiet retreat, home office, garden/tool house, craft room and more. Gardeners of all experience levels will also want to visit the UGA Extension Plant Market, where attendees can buy plants provided by Athens Wholesale Nursery. Adjacent to the market will be the Ask a Master Gardener booth, staffed by gardening experts eager to answer questions and share their horticulture knowledge.

Saturday is “Family Day” at the Atlanta Home Show, and kids of all ages will want to participate in several fun activities including a free kids workshop presented by Home Depot. Another new, fun feature of this year’s show is “Direct Drone Drop-off” offered by Covered By Surfaces to raffle winners, weather permitting. Attendees may register to win a holiday rug. One per hour will be given away and delivered to the Galleria parking area by drone for easy transport home.

The Fall Atlanta Home Show features several exciting contests and promotions. Attendees can enter to meet Mike Rowe, creator and host of Discovery Channel’s “Dirty Jobs”. Winners will receive airfare and hotel accommodations to meet Rowe at the Minneapolis Home & Garden Show in February 2020. Details may be found at www.FallAtlantaHomeShow.com.

Marketplace Events is partnering with Rowe’s foundation, the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, which awards Work Ethic Scholarships to students pursuing a career in the skilled trades. Since 2008 when Rowe launched the foundation, he has led the charge to help close America’s widening skills gap – an issue directly impacting the home improvement industry.

“Through the foundation, we are committed to supporting the local builders, remodelers, installers, repairmen and all skilled tradespeople who do the jobs that most people are unable or untrained to do,” said Rowe. “There aren’t many places left like these local home shows where homeowners can meet with their local experts, get trusted advice, talk price, look the experts in the eye, shake their hands and decide for themselves, yes, I’m good with letting this company into my home.”

Friday, Sept. 27 is Hero Day at the Atlanta Home Show, when active military, veterans, fire, police and first responders with valid ID are invited to enjoy the Show free of charge. Sept. 27 is also Trade Day, sponsored by PMC Pros. On Friday only, members of the housing industry will be admitted for free by presenting their business card at the box office. And finally, on Friday, Sept. 27, the Fall Atlanta Home Show will celebrate “Teacher Appreciation Day”. All educators and school employees are invited to attend the show free of charge on Friday by presenting a valid school ID at the Show box office.

Sponsors and partners for the 2019 Fall Atlanta Home Show include Window World, Sleep Number, NARI Atlanta, News 95.5 AM 750 WSB, Georgia Landscape, He Shed She Shed, Inc., PMC Pros, Reliable Heating & Air, Infinity Massage Chairs, My Home Improvement, Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, UGA Extension Office Cobb County and Home Depot.

On-site parking throughout the Fall Atlanta Home Show is available for $5, payable only by credit or debit card. The Cobb Galleria Centre is located at Two Galleria Pkwy., Atlanta, Ga., 30339.

About Marketplace Events

Marketplace Events creates vibrant expositions connecting enthusiasts with experts, products and services in dynamic face-to-face environments. The company produces 51 consumer home shows in the US, 16 in Canada, five holiday shows, two bridal shows and one spring boutique. The 75 combined events, in 34 markets, currently attract 22,000 exhibitors, 1.9 million attendees and another 3 million unique web visitors annually. From 15 offices, the 170-person staff produces some of the most successful and longest-running shows in North America, including market-leading shows in Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Indianapolis, Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal—some of which have thrived in their markets for more than 75 years. www.marketplaceevents.com