Hagemessen (Oslo Garden Show) Lillestrom

Hagemessen is Norway’s leading information and sales fair dedicated to all things gardening—an unmissable event for garden enthusiasts, landscape designers, industry professionals, and anyone looking to rediscover or redesign their outdoor spaces. Held every April at the modern NOVA Spektrum exhibition center in Lillestrøm—one of the country’s premier event venues—the fair impresses with its excellent accessibility and versatile exhibition areas. It is organized by Norges Varemesse, one of Norway’s most prestigious trade fair organizers with decades of experience hosting major public events.

As a comprehensive consumer fair with a strong professional focus, Hagemessen offers an exceptional variety of products, services, and inspiration related to gardens, patios, and outdoor living. The range includes everything from plants, trees, garden tools, and furniture to barbecues, outdoor lighting, water features, and decorative elements. It appeals to both dedicated hobby gardeners and professionals from the green sector looking to stay informed about the latest trends and innovative solutions.

A special emphasis is placed on current and forward-thinking garden trends. One of the key themes is regenerative garden design, which focuses on creating gardens that actively contribute to ecological restoration. This includes composting to improve soil health, creating rain gardens for efficient water use, and planting perennials to support carbon sequestration. Biodiversity is also a central theme, with visitors learning how to create natural habitats in their own gardens to support native insects, birds, and other wildlife.

A particular highlight of the fair is the display gardens, designed in intricate detail to offer hands-on inspiration. These showcase a wide range of garden concepts—from "Bibbis hage," a modern sanctuary with peaceful retreat areas, to "Småbruket," a vibrant miniature homestead complete with planting areas and animals, bringing the dream of a nature-connected lifestyle to life.

The exhibition experience is further enriched by a high-quality program of talks and workshops. Renowned garden experts like Malin Persson offer insights into sustainable garden design, while familiar faces like Eli Kari Gjengedal entertain and inspire with creative sessions on making refreshing mocktails from garden herbs and fruits.

More than just a showcase of new products and industry trends, Hagemessen is an immersive experience that blends knowledge, inspiration, and practical value—perfect for anyone looking to shape their garden with passion and creativity.

The Hagemessen (Oslo Garden Show) in Lillestrom took place from Friday, 25. April to Sunday, 27. April 2025.