Date
Friday 17 - Sunday 19 July, 2026
Friday - 10am to 5pm
Saturday - 10am to 5pm
Sunday - 10am to 4pm
Venue
Central Energy Trust Arena
Palmerston North
Tickets
Book your Earlybird tickets now and save on the door price!
Online Pre-Sales (available until Thu 16 July):
Earlybird x1 - $4.00 (Saving of 33%!) | BUY TICKETS
Earlybird x2 - $7.50 (Saving of 38%!) | BUY TICKETS
Gold Card Friday - $3.00 (Saving of 50%!) | BUY TICKETS
Children 12 & Under FREE
NOTE: The Gold Card Friday offer is available for seniors aged 65+ for entry on Friday 17 July only. You must pre-purchase your ticket online to get this special $3 Gold Card price (door sales are not available at the discounted rate).
Please note, there will be a small booking fee for online purchases.
Door Sales:
Adult x1 - $6
Children 12 & Under Free
About The Event
The Manawatu Home & Lifestyle Show is returning for 2026 with around 250 companies showcasing everything from new builds, kitchens, bathrooms, heating and insulation, to gardening and outdoors, furniture, lifestyle and homeware products, gourmet food and beverages, and much more.
Whether you’re about to tackle a renovation, DIY project, new build or looking for some home décor inspiration, the Home & Lifestyle Show is just for you, with amazing show-only deals across the weekend.
Talk directly to the experts to discuss your individual needs. Book in quotes, look at new house designs, ask questions, feel fabrics, compare prices, take home samples, be inspired with new ideas and lock in amazing show-only deals.
Parking
Central Energy Trust Arena is located in the heart of Palmerston North, with approximately 180 free car parks available. There is also plenty of street parking close to the venue.
Top Tips
Parking in the venue car park is free
Allow 2 hours to browse all of the stalls
A café and food & beverage stalls are on site
Eftpos is available for cash withdrawals (a $2 fee applies), however we do recommend you bring a small amount of cash as well
If you aren’t a fan of crowds, we recommend visiting the show in the afternoon when it’s less busy
See our friendly Expo Team at the Expo Office if you need any help at the show!
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EXHIBITORS
Check back here early July for the list companies who will be exhibiting at the show!
address
Central Energy Trust Arena
Palmerston North