11 AM - The Buckeye Lady, Alicia Hindman

The Buckeye Lady is a local Columbus bakery specializing in handcrafted peanut butter and chocolate confections, known as a buckeye. The Buckeye Lady, Alicia Hindman, a Columbus native, will offer some tips and tricks on handcrafting traditional buckeyes during her presentation at The Fall Home Show!

12 PM - 10 Dollar Tree Hacks to Make Your Bathroom and Kitchen Feel Luxurious with Simple Bath & Simple Kitchen

Items are pricier than ever, but fear not! These clever dollar store tricks will help you create a bathroom and kitchen with a luxurious vibe. Let's discover how to give your spaces that high-class flair!

12:30 PM - What’ll You Have? The Latest on the Columbus Food Scene

Join us for an engaging panel discussion moderated by The Columbus Dispatch Dining Reporter, Bob Vitale, where local culinary experts will delve into the hottest trends, new restaurant openings, and hidden gems in Columbus. Discover what’s shaping the city’s vibrant food scene and get insider tips on where to dine next!

2 PM - Special Appearance by Laura Dowling Featuring “Designing Christmas” | Practical Tips for Festive Decor

Join us for an exclusive appearance by Laura Dowling, the former White House Florist for the Obama administration, as she introduces her new book, "Designing Christmas." Laura, renowned for her breathtaking floral arrangements at the White House Christmas parties, will share her insider secrets, tips, and tricks for festive decor. Discover how to bring a touch of White House elegance to your own home this holiday season.

In "Designing Christmas," Laura offers innovative ideas and step-by-step tutorials for creating charming seasonal decor. Whether you're looking to add a few special touches or plan a full-blown Christmas extravaganza, this book provides all the inspiration and guidance you need. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a true expert and make your holiday celebrations spectacular! “Designing Christmas” will be available for pre-order soon.

3 PM - Metro Parks and Your Backyard Wildlife with Jill Snyder

Learn about some of the Ohio Wildlife you might encounter in Metro Parks or even your own yard. This interactive presentation will include animal furs and skulls and tips for how to live with animal neighbors. It might even feature a live critter!  

4 PM - Make & Take Workshop: Dried Floral Autumn Wreath with Tara Lichtenberg, Blumegeist

Join Tara Lichtenberg, Owner of Blumegeist, in crafting a beautiful wreath of dried flowers. You'll create a modern, ornamental masterpiece to welcome Autumn using a metal hoop and unique, locally-grown botanicals. Nothing kicks off the Autumn season better than a wreath of dried flowers!

*FREE WORKSHOP. First come first serve to the first 20 participants. Additional participants may observe. No pre-registration required. Sign up onsite.

STAGE EMCEE: JOEL RILEY
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. Joel Riley, radio host at WNKO / WHTH Mornings, will keep things lively and upbeat as he emcees programs on the stage all three days.

SCHMIDT’S COLUMBUS OKTOBERFEST 2024
Together again, Oktoberfest and the Central Ohio Fall Home 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 6 p.m. | and Friday from 5pm to 6pm | ColumbusOktoberfest.com