After recently revealing the Travel Gear + Luggage Expo will make its debut next year in Chicago as part of the Inspired Home Show in March, the show will also feature a new candle pavilion in 2025.
The pavilion is a partnership between the International Housewares Association (IHA), which owns and operates the show and the National Candle Association (NCA).
“Gift and specialty retailers specifically are looking for trade events that offer a wide assortment of brands and products, and candle manufacturers are looking for access to those buyers—both can be found at the Inspired Home Show,” says Derek Miller, IHA president and CEO.
“GMMs, DMMs, buyers and distributors from more than 125 countries attend the show each year, making it one of the leading trade shows in the world.”
The candle pavilion will be located in the South building within the Dine + Décor Expo near other home décor categories and will provide candle manufacturers with unparalleled access to quality buyers, Miller adds.
“Based on data from 2024 show buyer registrations, 92 per cent of verified retail attendees have purchasing power and 92 per cent of verified retailers are buyers or executives. With so much buying power walking the show, 83 per cent of 2024 show exhibitors said they expected to receive new business as a result of their participation.”
Exhibitors will receive marketing assistance as well as additional product placement opportunities as part of an elaborate show package.
“We are pleased to be partnering with IHA to create an unprecedented candle pavilion at the Inspired Home Show,” comments Steve Horenziak, president of NCA.
“This prestigious event attracts an impressive audience of retail industry leaders and decision-makers, providing an unparalleled opportunity for NCA members to showcase their exceptional offerings. The popularity of candles continues to grow beyond the traditional gift and specialty channel and this collaboration allows our members and retail partners to develop transformative relationships.”
The Inspired Home Show is held from 2 to 4 March 2025 at Chicago’s McCormick Place Complex.
