Ideal Home Show Scotland

Glasgow

40% off 2-for-1 tickets! 

2 tickets for just £19 - RRP £32

Book 2 tickets for just £19 - RRP £32! for The Ideal Home Show Scotland - includes free entry to the Eat & Drink Festival!

Across four days, Scotland’s biggest home event unites more than 250 brands, offering the latest ideas in interiors, renovation, gardens, outdoor living, lifestyle, travel & leisure, and the Eat & Drink Festival. Visitors can explore expert advice, show-stopping inspiration, celebrity talks, live demos and interactive features designed to spark creativity in every corner of the home.

  • Book 2 tickets for just £19 - RRP £32! - LIMITED TIME OFFER
  • Tickets include entry to the Ideal Home Show Scotland and the Eat & Drink Festival
    • (Tickets sold online only; no on-site box office)
  • Dates: 22nd - 25th May 2026 
  • Opening Times: 10am - 5pm daily
  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages (Children require a free ticket and must be accompanied by an adult) 
  • Venue: SEC Glasgow, Exhibition Way, Glasgow, G3 8YW

Experience Scotland’s biggest home event, inspiring homes since 1947 - enjoy Ideal Home Show Scotland & discover everything you need to create a home you love

The Ideal Home Show Scotland returns on 22-25 May 2026 at SEC Glasgow, bringing together the very best in home, garden, and lifestyle to help you transform your space with fresh ideas, expert advice, and the latest innovations.

Spend the day discovering clever solutions, practical inspiration, and emerging trends across seven exciting show sections: Interiors, Home Renovation, Lifestyle, Gardens, Travel & Leisure, the new for 2026 Money Village, and the Eat & Drink Festival sponsored by HexClad. Whether you're planning a major renovation, refreshing a room, or simply searching for inspiration, there’s something for every style and budget.

Hear from leading experts, celebrities and top chefs sharing practical tips, creative ideas, and insider knowledge to help bring your vision to life. Explore over 260 brands showcasing everything from stylish interiors and smart home solutions to garden inspiration and delicious food experiences.

From inspiring talks and live demonstrations to unique products you won’t find anywhere else, every corner of the show is designed to spark creativity and help you make the most of your home.

Plus, Scotland’s Home of the Year is live at Stand L30! Judges Anna Campbell Jones, Banjo Beale and Danny Campbell will appear across event days, meeting visitors and scouting unique homes for the 2026 series.

The Eat & Drink Festival - included with every show ticket - celebrates Scotland’s best food and drink with live demos, artisan produce, street food & mixology from top experts

Welcome to Scotland’s favourite indoor food festival! The bustling foodie-hub of the Ideal Home Show, the Eat & Drink Festival offers three exciting sections to explore: the Eat & Drink Stage, The Great Eat, and the Artisan Producers Market.

  • Eat & Drink Stage: Watch celebrity chefs and food experts cook live and share insider culinary tips.
  • The Great Eat: Enjoy delicious dishes from leading street food traders, showcasing flavours from Scotland and beyond.
  • Artisan Producers Market: Shop handcrafted goods, premium produce and local artisan treats. 

Celebrate Scottish cuisine, discover new flavours, meet artisan makers and enjoy live demos from culinary talent - all under one roof!

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Location

SEC Glasgow

Exhibition Way,
Glasgow,
G3 8YW
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How to find us

Venue: SEC Glasgow, Exhibition Way, Glasgow G3 8YW

  • The postcode for your satnav is G3 8YW

Train:

  • The SEC is less than a 5 minute train journey from Glasgow Central Station.
  • Exhibition Centre Station is the nearest station to the SEC which operates approximately six trains an hour from Glasgow Central Station (departing from Platform 17 – low level).

Car:

  • The SEC (Scottish Event Campus) is conveniently situated for motorists, just off the M8 motorway and with plenty of parking. Leave the M8 at junction 19 and join the westbound Clydeside Expressway (A814).
  • Westbound on the Expressway (A814) take the cut off for the campus.
  • Turn left at traffic lights and take the right lane to access multi-storey parking.
  • Scotland has an extensive motorway network.
  • Glasgow is linked to Edinburgh by the M8 and England via the M74.
  • The M80 connects Stirling to Glasgow, while the M77 connects us to the west coast of Scotland.
  • Traffic Scotland provides up to date traffic and roadworks information.

Bus:

  • Coach operators run services to Glasgow’s Buchanan Bus Station from throughout the UK.
  • Visit Traveline Scotland for details.
  • Two other bus services operate to and from the Scottish Event Campus, stopping on Lancefield Street near the Clyde Arc bridge, only 2 minutes’ walk from the  venues.
  • Full details are available at X19 Stagecoach timetable and McGills 23 service timetable.

Plane:

  • Glasgow is served by three international airports, with connections across the world. There are over 45 flights from London a day.
  • Glasgow Airport (GLA) serves most major international airlines. It’s located 8 miles (13km) west of the city. There are currently 28 daily services to London.
  • Edinburgh Airport: (EDI) is 39 miles (63km) from Glasgow and serves most major international airlines. 

Taxi:

  • There is a Glasgow Taxis pick-up and drop-off point outside The SSE Hydro.
  • There are several taxi ranks throughout the city including at Buchanan Bus Station, Queen Street and Central stations and most large hotels.
  • The distinctive black cabs can accommodate five or six people. If their yellow light is on you can flag them down on the street.
  • Alternatively, you can call +44 (0) 141 429 70 70 or visit the Glasgow Taxis website to book.
  • The address for the online taxi booking form is SEC, Glasgow, G3 8YW.
  • An average journey from the city centre will cost around £7. All Glasgow Taxi drivers are enhanced disclosure checked.

On foot:

  • The Clyde Walkway runs right past the SEC, providing an invigorating start to day time events, or a scenic stroll to night-time happenings.
  • There are two foot bridges, which cross the Clydeside Express Way (dual carriageway connecting the west end to Glasgow city centre) at both the front and rear of the campus.
  • Three pedestrian bridges traverse the River Clyde near the SEC. Bells Bridge and the Millenium Bridge connect the campus to the Science Centre and BBC while, a little further east, the Clyde Arc (affectionately known as the ‘Squinty Bridge’) carries both vehicles and pedestrians.
Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Public transport accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Food and drink
More Info
Is the Ideal Home Show wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Ideal Home Show are dedicated to ensuring their exhibitions are as accessible as possible.

What are the opening times for Ideal Home Show Scotland?

Show Opening Times:

22 - 25 May 2026:

  • 10am - 5pm daily
What does your ticket for the Ideal Home Show include?

Your Ideal Home Show ticket includes:

  • Entry to Ideal Home Show
  • Entry to Eat & Drink Festival
Is there food and drink available at Ideal Home Show Scotland?

Yes! There is a fantastic range of food and drink available to purchase at the Ideal Home Show.

Eat and Drink Festival will be taking place at the same time at The Ideal Home Show Scotland and your tickets gets you free access. Eat and Drink Festival is the UK’s favourite indoor food festival- celebrating the best in modern cuisine, mixology and independent produce all under one roof. The show will not disappoint, you are sure to leave with new foodie ideas, inspiration and a taste for food you never thought you had.

  • Learn new culinary skills
  • Get top tips on mastering a new dish
  • Discover new wines, beers and spirits
  • See celebrity chefs cook their favourite dishes
  • Take home fantastic produce from a number of unique artisan producers

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