7 Important Considerations When Hiring a Contractor
Remodeling your home is a big project.  The key is to find a reputable contractor that can correctly and efficiently meet the needs of your project. Make your remodel a success with these tips on how to find the right contractor.

12PM | Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Animal Appearance
Learn about the animals that travel with the Columbus Zoo. Discover where they are from, what they eat and perhaps even pet the birds, reptiles or a variety of mammals. 

Planting a Fall Vegetable Garden
Presented by The Ohio State University Master Gardener Volunteers

COSI
Join our dynamic COSI team as they show off several of our best and most visual science demonstrations using liquid nitrogen.  See a rocket launch, giant cloud and even a mini ball eruption. 

3PM | Dispatch Backyard Garden Awards Winner’s Ceremony
Presented this year by Oakland Nurseries and Ag-Pro, the Home & Garden Show will showcase the finalists and announce the winners on Saturday, Sept. 10th. Winners will be featured in an upcoming edition of the Sunday Dispatch and get to take home prizes up to $3000 in Oakland Nursery gift cards.

5PM | Wine Tasting sponsored by Carfagna’s
Join Carfagna’s for a wine tasting featuring a variety of red and white wines from a tasty Moscato to a smooth Cabernet Sauvignon.

Cost: $5 for 5 samples (21+)
*First come, first serve. Guests are encouraged to arrive early!

Show Bulletin:

OKTOBERFEST
Together again, Oktoberfest and the Fall Home & Garden Show share the Fairgrounds all weekend for double the fun. Admission is free for both events! Ride our shuttle that will run between the front entrances of both events on Sat. and Sun. from noon to 4 p.m. | ColumbusOktoberfest.com

MASTER OF CEREMONIES: STACY MCKAY
All weekend long, The Simple Bath, Simple Kitchen Home Stage will come to life with fun, interesting, tasty and educational programs for guests of every age and interest. Stacy McKay, co-host of Sunny This Morning with Stacy McKay & Dino Tripodis on Sunny 95, will keep things lively and upbeat as she emcees programs at the stage all three days.