Lakeland Media Presents the 48th
Home & Outdoor Living Expo
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Willmar Civic Center
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April 10th & 11th, 2026
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Free Admission
Fun For The Whole Family
Why Attend?
The Home and Outdoor Living Expo is coming to the Willmar Civic Center April 10th & 11th, 2026
Both the Event Center and the Cardinal Arena at the Willmar Civic Center will be full of the best local businesses and vendors highlighting the latest trends and innovations from home building, remodeling, and décor to landscape design, party vendors, boats and docks, storage buildings, outdoor fun, and adventure.
Heritage Exteriors is the 2026 Presenting Sponsor! 
Heritage Exteriors specializes in high-quality roofing, siding, windows, and exterior home improvements, delivering craftsmanship you can trust. With a focus on durability, design, and customer care, their team helps homeowners protect and enhance their homes for years to come. From expert repairs to full remodels, Heritage Exteriors brings experience, integrity, and exceptional service to every project.
You could win prizes!
Take a picture with the Minion!
The Minion will be at the Expo for you to take photos with. Bring your kids, they will love it! Sponsored by Woodland Centers
Lots of fun for the whole family!
Kids, get your face painted with Becca’s Art! Choose from a variety of fun and creative designs to make your day extra special.
While you’re there, be sure to visit with Ole and Lena! They’ll be making balloon animals for the kids and having a good visit, don’t ya know.
Take a break from exploring the Expo and grab a bite from the selection of food trucks on-site. It’s the perfect way to refuel and keep enjoying a fun day at the Expo!
- On Saturday, enjoy a coffee, hot chocolate, smoothies, burritos & more from Jacked Up Coffee Co.
- Both days of the Expo you will be able to enjoy mini donuts, corn dogs, & more from Kandi Land Food Truck.
- Sip on a soda from Girly Pop Dirty Soda both days of the show!
- Enjoy some delicious food from Tacos Don Piris on Friday & Saturday!
Big Deals is having an Expo Auction!
You’ll be able to save big during our Big Deals Auction. You can check out what’s available, talk with the vendors and make your bids. Big Deals Store!
Vendor Booths
Daily Visitors
Expo Schedule
Friday, April 10th & 11th, 2026
Friday – 3 PM to 7 PM
Saturday – 9 AM to 3 PM
Make the Most of your Time at The Show
About The Expo
Why Exhibit?
Thank you for being a valuable part of the Home & Outdoor Living Expo! We are very excited to share a variety of great local businesses with our community.
We’ve gone all out promoting the Expo to draw potential customers to your display. Don’t forget to “Like” the Home & Outdoor Living Expo’s Facebook page and share it on your personal and business social media pages!
More ways to be a part of the Expo:
- Be the Title Sponsor! – SOLD
- Have an ad in the Expo Guide!
- Sponsor one of the following:
- Face Painting for Kids
- Kids Space
- Photos with the Minion – SOLD
- Giveaway Sponsorship
Discover how these fantastic opportunities can boost your business’s visibility! Call us at (320) 235-1340 or click HERE to fill out the form and get started.
Vendor Booths
Daily Visitors
Expo Schedule
April 10th & 11th, 2026
Friday – 3 PM to 7 PM
Saturday – 9 AM to 3 PM
See Why Vendors Loved the Expo:
Vendors Resources
Printable Set-Up Instructions
Download printable instructions here: 2026 Set Up Printable
SET-UP
SET-UP
- Vendors unloading heavy display items (Cardinal Arena ONLY) must schedule a set-up day with their sales rep. The large overhead door closes Thursday, April 9th at 3 PM (no exceptions).
- Vendors with 8×10 booths using conventional doors set up Friday, April 10th starting at 8 AM.
- Event Center booths are WALK-IN ONLY—no driving inside. Please move your vehicle after unloading to free up parking.
- All booths must be set up by 2 PM on Friday, April 10th.
TAKE-DOWN
TAKE-DOWN
- Begins Saturday, April 11th at 3 PM. Overhead doors will open at this time. All vendors must be out by 7 PM.
BOOTHS
BOOTHS
- Must be paid for before the Expo. Each includes high-back and low-side drapes. Signage must not damage drapes—use straight or safety pins (no tie wraps or staples). Any damage incurred will be charged to your business
- Skirted tables ($27) will be available April 3rd and electricity ($20) must be ordered through your sales rep by Friday, March 20th. Vendors requiring electricity must bring 3-prong, grounded extension cords and/or power strips. The Fire Chief will inspect all electrical connections. Due to overhead power distribution, direct booth access to electricity is not guaranteed. For 220V service, contact your sales rep.
- A limited number of tables and chairs are available at no charge—please request in advance.
- Keep your exhibit area clean and protect the floor from potential spills.
- Food sales require prior approval.
ST19 Form
ST19 Form
Each vendor is required to complete a ST19 form. Forms must be submitted before 11 AM on April 4th. Once completed, mail to Lakeland Media or email to your sales rep.
Please download and sign this form.
Vendor List
| 1 | Appliance & Home Center |
| 2 | Appliance & Home Center |
| 3 | Appliance & Home Center |
| 4 | Quist Wealth Management |
| 5 | Kandiyohi County Sno-Skippers |
| 6 | Basement Water Solutions |
| 7 | Leaf Filter |
| 8 | Nissen Slabjacking |
| 9 | Schmidt Roofing |
| 10 | Sterling Culligan Water |
| 11 | Garage Force |
| 12 | Grunke Family Cabinetry |
| 13 | Petersen Brothers Funeral Home |
| 14 | Tri County Foam |
| 15 | MVTV WIRELESS |
| 16 | MN Home Improvement |
| 17 | Gutter Shutter |
| 18 | Gutter Shutter |
| 19 | Heritage Exteriors |
| 20 | Weichert Realtors |
| 21 | Vicki’s Camp N Country Jam |
| 22 | Edward Jones Jennifer Schinn & Jeston Kok |
| 23 | Finken Aqua Systems |
| 24 | Finken Aqua Systems |
| 25 | US Bank |
| 26 | Radon B Gone |
| 27 | Renewal by Andersen |
| 28 | Preferred Roofing |
| 29 | Eco Poxy, INC. |
| 30 | Eco Poxy, INC. |
| 31 | Edina Realty Mitch Ashburn and Emily Grussing |
| 32 | Mid-MN Surface Specialist |
| 33 | Bath Fitter |
| 34 | Platinum Painting LLC |
| 35 | Mid-MN Surface Specialist |
| 36 | TruGreen Lawn Care |
| 37 | Heritage Exteriors |
| 38 | American Waterworks |
| 39 | Bethesda |
| 40 | Heyn Brothers Roofing |
| 41 | American Waterworks |
| 42 | Southwest Tour & Travel |
| 43 | Atwater Gift & Massage |
| 44 | Atwater Gift & Massage |
| 45 | Leafguard |
| 46 | Woodland Centers |
| 47 | Woodland Centers |
| 48 | Alexandria Homes Inc |
| 49 | Premium Waters |
| 50 | Premium Waters |
| 51 | Pampered Chef by Tammy |
| 52 | SKOL Smoke BBQ |
| 53 | Norwex – Liz Huisenga |
| 54 | Tastefully Simple |
| 55 | CUTCO – Jill Sieben |
| 56 | The Home Depot |
| 57 | The Home Depot |
| 58 | DANDY NUTS |
| 59 | Dandurand Distributing |
| 60 | Serene Willow Psychiatry |
| 61 | Lutgen Companies |
| 62 | Available |
| 63 | Kickin Asphalt |
| 64 | MCA Enterprises |
| 65 | Signature Seamless Gutters |
| 66 | Andy’s Candies |
| 67 | Available |
| 68 | Willmar UHF TV |
| 69 | Available |
| 70 | Co-op Credit Union |
| 71 | Habitat for Humanity of West Central Minnesota |
| 72 | Lakes Area Distributors Vsee |
| 73 | Creative Memories |
| 74 | Available |
| 75 | NB Golf Cars |
| 76 | NB Golf Cars |
| 77 | NB Golf Cars |
| 78 | NB Golf Cars |
| 79 | NB Golf Cars |
| 80 | Midwest Eclipse & Gutter Helmet |
| 81 | Midwest Eclipse & Gutter Helmet |
| 82 | Available |
| 83 | Available |
| 84 | Available |
| 127 | Dale’s Heating and AC in New London |
Become a Vendor
The Home & Outdoor Living Expo will be on April 10th & 11th, 2026! Each vendor for the Expo is asked to complete this form to ensure accuracy and allow for verification of booth requests.
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