Plantmania Raliegh

North Carolina, get ready - Plantmania is coming!

Join us in Raleigh for a weekend dedicated to houseplants, creativity, and community. Whether you're just starting your plant journey or searching for your next rare collector's piece, Plantmania brings together everything you love about the plant world under one roof.

Explore an incredible selection of houseplants, shop from independent plant shops and growers, discover unique creative works, take part in hands-on workshops, and connect with fellow plant enthusiasts from across North Carolina and beyond.

Come spend the weekend surrounded by plants, passionate vendors, and a welcoming community that shares your love for all things green.

Ready to Join Us?

Whether you're coming home with your very first houseplant or searching for the rarest addition to your collection, Plantmania is an experience you won't want to miss.

We can't wait to see you there!

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Event Information

Date
November 21st & 22nd, 2026

Hours:
Saturday

8am - Doors open for VIP/Early Bird Shoppers

10am- Doors open for General Entry

5pm - Expo Ends/Doors Close

Sunday

10am- Doors open for General Entry

4pm - Expo Ends/Doors Close

Admission
General Admission ($15) and VIP tickets ($40) available.

Tickets

Venue
J.S. Dorton Arena

4285 Trinity Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607

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VIP Experience

Make your Plantmania experience even better with a VIP ticket.

VIP guests enjoy early entry before general admission, giving you first access to the best plant selections before the crowds arrive. You'll also receive access to the Plant Locker for convenient shopping throughout the day, a swag bag filled with exclusive goodies, and additional VIP perks.

Family Friendly
Plant lovers of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and under get in free.

What You'll Find

At Plantmania Little Rock, you'll discover:

• Thousands of houseplants, from beginner favorites to rare collector varieties

• Independent plant shops from across the region

• Botanical artists, makers, and handcrafted goods

• Plant accessories, décor, pottery, and supplies

• Educational sessions, hands on workshops and live demonstrations

• A welcoming community of fellow plant lovers

Plan Your Visit

Hotel Accommodations (coming soon)

Traveling to Plantmania? We've partnered with a nearby hotel to offer our guests a special discounted room rate for the weekend. It's a great way to stay close to the expo, enjoy everything the event has to offer, and make a weekend out of your visit.

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Workshops

Looking to learn something new? Our hands-on workshops are perfect for beginners and experienced plant enthusiasts alike.

Workshop tickets are limited and often sell out in advance, so be sure to reserve your seat early.

(Workshop Schedule)

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Our Amazing Vendors

Meet an amazing lineup of plant shops, growers, artists, and small businesses from across the country.

Every vendor is carefully selected to create a unique shopping experience filled with healthy plants, beautiful products, and knowledgeable people who love sharing their passion.

Vendor List

Plantmania Expo EDUCATION SESSIONS

Saturday, November 21st

(Classes are included with Expo Entry)

11:00am Build Your Own Worm Compost Chat and Learn

Learn how to make "Black Gold" with vermicomposting

with Jim Thrash (@bigleafjim)

1:00pm TBD

3:00pm TBD

4:00pm Kokedama Making Live Demo

Watch Savannah turn a plant into a beautiful bonsai art piece

Savannah Baas (@plants_unlimited_Inc)

*In the Hub*

Sunday, November 22nd

Saturday, November 21st

(Classes are included with Expo Entry)

11:00am Build Your Own Worm Compost Chat and Learn

Learn how to make "Black Gold" with vermicomposting

with Jim Thrash (@bigleafjim)

1:00pm Tissue Culture Acclimation

Learn about tissue cultures and how to acclimate them and how to avoid common mistakes

with Plants Without Borders (@plantswithoutborders_)

*In the Hub*

3:00pm Elevated Houseplant Displays

Learn tips and tricks from an interior plantscaper on how to display your houseplants

with Jeanie Baas (@plants_unlimited_Inc)

*In the Hub*

Plantmania Expo workshops

Saturday, November 21st

(Additional Fee Required)

11:00am Creating Kokedamas with Savannah Baas (@plants_unlimited_inc)

Kokedama is a Japanese gardening technique that involves creating a moss-covered ball of soil that encases a plant's roots. This unique art form allows for beautiful displays, either hung or placed on surfaces, and is often associated with tranquility and natural beauty.

Class Fee: $25 includes plant and all materials

2:00pm Terrarium Workshop with Begonias

with Savannah Baas (@plants_unlimited_inc)

Harmony Foliage (@harmony_begonias)

Our terrarium workshop, featuring Harmony Foliage begonias, creates a mini-greenhouse environment using clear glass containers. Join us to learn about selecting suitable begonia species, proper soil mixes, and layering techniques to ensure adequate drainage and humidity for these tropical plants.

Class Fee: $50 includes plant and all materials

Sunday, November 22nd

Saturday, November 21st

(Additional Fee Required)

11:00am Creating Kokedamas with Savannah Baas (@plants_unlimited_inc)

Class Fee: $25 includes plant and all materials

2:00pm Staghorn Fern Mounting Workshop

with Savannah Baas (@plants_unlimited_inc)

Harmony Foliage (@harmony_begonias)

Discover the art of mounting a stunning Staghorn Fern and turn this dramatic epiphyte into a living piece of wall art. In this hands-on workshop, featuring Harmony Foliage staghorn ferns, we combine creativity, education and a little plant magic! You'll learn watering, lighting, long-tern care tips and the confidence to grow it successfully.

Class Fee: $50 includes plant and all materials

Plantmania Raliegh

North Carolina, get ready - Plantmania is coming!

Ready to Join Us?

Event Information

VIP Experience

What You'll Find

Plan Your Visit

Workshops

Our Amazing Vendors

Plantmania Expo EDUCATION SESSIONS

Saturday, November 21st

Saturday, November 21st

Saturday, November 21st

Sunday, November 22nd

Saturday, November 21st

Saturday, November 21st

Plantmania Expo workshops

Saturday, November 21st

Saturday, November 21st

Saturday, November 21st

Sunday, November 22nd

Saturday, November 21st

Saturday, November 21st

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