Candle Pavilion at the Inspired Home Show 2025

NCA Partners with IHA to Showcase Candles

Washington, DC (October 2024) – The Inspired Home Show held in Chicago’s McCormick Place March 2 – 4 will feature a Candle Pavilion comprised of curated collections from the National Candle Associations (NCA) members.

Featuring over 1,600 exhibitors throughout the north and south buildings, the Candle Pavilion will be located in the south building. This new pavilion provides an exception opportunity for NCA members to highlight candle innovations, new trends and surmounting product offerings.

“We are pleased to be partnering with IHA to create an unprecedented candle pavilion at The Inspired Home Show,” said 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 Candle Pavilion partnership with NCA highlights the continued innovation of candles and versatility they have within the home.  Whether it is spreading candle safety messaging, decor options, or candle facts – NCA actively represents the industry regarding trade, fire safety, technical, scientific, regulatory and international matters impacting candle-making and sales.

National Candle Association is the trade association representing U.S. candle manufacturers and their suppliers. It is widely recognized as the leading technical authority on candle manufacturing, science, and safety. Visit www.candles.org for industry information and/or www.askaboutcandles.com for consumer information.

The International Housewares Association is the 86-year-old voice of the housewares industry. The not-for-profit, full-service association sponsors the world’s premier exposition of products for the home, The Inspired Home Show, IHA’s Global Home + Housewares Market (TheInspiredHomeShow.com), and offers its member companies a wide range of services, including industry and government advocacy; export assistance; industry and consumer trends through various research-led reports and collaborations; executive management peer groups; group buying discounts on business solutions services; direct-to-consumer engagement through TheInspiredHome.com; and an independent news and information platform through HomePageNews.com.

Media Contact: Kate Wells NCA Media Coordinator [email protected]  

View the full press release here.