The International Housewares Association (IHA) has announced that an estimated 2,000 brands will be represented at The Inspired Home Show 2027, taking place from 9–11 March at McCormick Place in Chicago.
Among the brands confirmed are Dualit, Brabantia, Scrub Daddy, AeroPress, JURA, Kuhn Rikon, Lodge, Nordic Ware, KitchenAid, Pyrex, Calphalon, Umbra and USA Pan.
Other exhibitors include Cangshan Cutlery, Horl, Messermeister, Prepara, Tablecraft, Asobu, DREO, Frieling and Lifetime Brands.
The Inspired Home Show will bid farewell to Chicago in March 2027 before moving to its new home at AmericasMart Atlanta in January 2028.
Derek Miller, President and CEO of IHA, said: “The Inspired Home Show provides a vital in-person platform for discovering innovation, building partnerships and advancing the industry.
“As our industry evolves, the Show will evolve with it. 2027 marks a significant milestone for IHA as we bring the industry together to honor and celebrate the event’s legacy in Chicago before embarking on our next chapter in 2028.”
Visitors to next year’s Show will also experience a redesigned exhibition layout, aimed at encouraging greater interaction between buyers, suppliers and brands.
The industry’s three core categories – Clean + Contain, Dine + Décor and Wired + Well – will be brought together in the South Hall, while the North Hall will become a dedicated destination for international manufacturing and sourcing.
Two new areas will also be introduced to the Show floor.
The Innovation District will combine Inventors Corner, the gia Student Design Winners and educational programming, providing a space for new ideas and emerging talent.
Meanwhile, Discovery Park will bring together the Debut Incubator, Candle Pavilion, Pet Products Pavilion and SPLiCE Licensing Hub, highlighting new products and business opportunities.
Returning attractions will include the Pantone ColorWatch Display, Buyers Club/New Product Showcase, New Exhibitor Showcase and gia Retail Display.
Tom McMahon, IHA Board Chairman and President of JURA, commented: “In today’s highly competitive landscape, The Inspired Home Show 2027 will offer buyers and sellers a crucial opportunity to get a leg up on the latest trends and opportunities.
“It’s also one of the few North American events where brands can connect face-to-face with the industry’s most influential buyers while gaining valuable media and promotional exposure.”
The IHA has also confirmed that consumer media, social media and creator commerce will be a particular focus for the 2027 event.
According to the association, the 2026 Show generated more than 645 million media impressions, with almost 200 journalists and media professionals attending.
Following the 2027 edition, The Inspired Home Show will relocate to AmericasMart Atlanta, where it will take place alongside Winter Atlanta Market from January 2028.
The move, announced earlier this year, will see the event adopt a permanent, cross-category marketplace model, combining its traditional trade show format with year-round showrooms.
Chicago has hosted the event since 1938, with previous venues including the Palmer House Hotel, International Amphitheater and Navy Pier before its move to McCormick Place.
Exhibitor and visitor registration for The Inspired Home Show 2027 is now open at www.theinspiredhomeshow.com.
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