Lakeland Media Presents the 48th

Home & Outdoor Living Expo

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  • Willmar Civic Center

  • April 10th & 11th, 2026

  • 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!

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!

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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.

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Vendor Booths

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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

Important information regarding set-up and take-down. Please read it carefully!

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

Click to view the Vendor Booths
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Appliance & Home Center
2Appliance & Home Center
3Appliance & Home Center
4Quist Wealth Management
5Kandiyohi County Sno-Skippers
6Basement Water Solutions
7Leaf Filter
8Nissen Slabjacking
9Schmidt Roofing
10Sterling Culligan Water
11Garage Force
12Grunke Family Cabinetry
13Petersen Brothers Funeral Home
14Tri County Foam
15MVTV WIRELESS
16MN Home Improvement
17Gutter Shutter
18Gutter Shutter
19Heritage Exteriors
20Weichert Realtors
21Vicki’s Camp N Country Jam
22Edward Jones Jennifer Schinn & Jeston Kok
23Finken Aqua Systems
24Finken Aqua Systems
25US Bank
26Radon B Gone
27Renewal by Andersen
28Preferred Roofing
29Eco Poxy, INC.
30Eco Poxy, INC.
31Edina Realty Mitch Ashburn and Emily Grussing
32Mid-MN Surface Specialist
33Bath Fitter
34Platinum Painting LLC
35Mid-MN Surface Specialist
36TruGreen Lawn Care
37Heritage Exteriors
38American Waterworks
39Bethesda
40Heyn Brothers Roofing
41American Waterworks
42Southwest Tour & Travel
43Atwater Gift & Massage
44Atwater Gift & Massage
45Leafguard
46Woodland Centers
47Woodland Centers
48Alexandria Homes Inc
49Premium Waters
50Premium Waters
51Pampered Chef by Tammy 
52SKOL Smoke BBQ
53Norwex – Liz Huisenga
54Tastefully Simple
55CUTCO – Jill Sieben
56The Home Depot
57The Home Depot
58DANDY NUTS
59Dandurand Distributing
60Serene Willow Psychiatry
61Lutgen Companies
62Available
63Kickin Asphalt
64MCA Enterprises
65Signature Seamless Gutters
66Andy’s Candies
67Available
68Willmar UHF TV
69Available
70Co-op Credit Union
71Habitat for Humanity of West Central Minnesota 
72Lakes Area Distributors Vsee
73Creative Memories
74Available
75NB Golf Cars
76NB Golf Cars
77NB Golf Cars
78NB Golf Cars
79NB Golf Cars
80Midwest Eclipse & Gutter Helmet
81Midwest Eclipse & Gutter Helmet
82Available
83Available
84Available
99Available
100Available
101Available
102Available
103Available
104Arnold’s of Willmar
105Haug Kubota
106Available
107Pulsifer Pressure Pro
108Mac Supply & Hardware
109Available
110Available
111Available
112Available
113Available
114Available
115Available
116Kandiyohi Soil & Water Conservation
117Big Bark Tree Taming
118Big Bark Tree Taming
119Available
120Available
121Northland Buildings 
122PSI Power Washers Rich Hoffmann
123Northern Services
124Olson Land Services
125Available
126Green Mill Bar
127Dale’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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Vendor Request*
Have you participated in the Expo before?*
Are you interested in the Cardinal Room or Event Center?
The Event Center is traditionally home vendors. The Cardinal Room is traditionally outdoor vendors.
Have you spoken with one of our Account Reps?*
Billing Address*
Vendor Requests
Would you like to be featured in our Expo Guide?
Full Page Ad is 5" wide x 8" tall Half Page ad is 5" wide x 4" tall
Booth Size
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