HNA Show Events
& Features
Installer Championship
Come watch the 2025 National Installer Championship event in the Hardscape House Wednesday - Friday during show hours. The top 12 teams will race against the clock in up to two rounds, to determine who will be crowned the National Champion on Friday afternoon.
2025 Cornhole Tournament
Back by popular demand, HNA will host its third-annual cornhole tournament during show hours on Wednesday and Thursday! Secure your partner, and get ready to win BIG!
Wednesday, 10/22:
Warmups: 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Tournament: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday, 10/23:
Warmups: 9:00 -10:00 AM
Tournament: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday, 10/24:
Open Play: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Show Keynote
Jesse Cole - Savannah Bananas
Join us for an engaging keynote by Jesse Cole, the mastermind behind the Savannah Bananas. Cole, a baseball and sports entertainment phenomenon, will deliver the opening keynote at HNA/Equip on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 11:00 AM on the Equip Expo Event Center Stage.
KEC Rooms B101-105
SPONSORED BY: KRESS
4th Street Live! Party
Back by popular demand, 4th Street in Downtown Louisville will host a Wednesday afterparty at 4th Street Live! featuring Equip’s house band The Crashers.
Wednesday, October 22 at 7:30 PM
Big & Rich Concert
Get ready for a high-energy night of country music as Big & Rich takes the stage with special guest Gretchen Wilson! From anthems like Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy) to Redneck Woman, this powerhouse lineup is bringing the hits, the attitude, and an unforgettable show you don’t want to miss!
Thursday, October 23 at 7:00 PM
Downtown KICC Convention Center
Free with Show Badge
Equip Welcome Reception at Churchill Downs
Churchill Downs will welcome thousands of Equip and HNA attendees and exhibitors for networking at the legendary home of the Kentucky Derby, the night before the show officially opens.
Tuesday, October 21 from 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Churchill Downs - First Turn Club - Directions
SPONSORED BY: Cat®
Drone Zone
Drone technology is revolutionizing how landscapes are marketed, sold, designed, and built. Take an opportunity to freshen up your skills on the joysticks flying a drone first-hand in Equip Expo's Drone Zone.
Women’s Leadership Reception
Join women leaders from across the industry at this complimentary reception to connect and build your network with HNA and Equip attendees on Thursday, October 23, 2025, after trade show hours.
Thursday, October 23: 5 - 6:00 PM
KEC Room B101, Included in your tradeshow admission
SPONSORED BY: BELGARD, HUNTER INDUSTRIES & sITEONE
Mulligan’s 5K Fun Run & Walk
Lace up for the fourth-annual Mulligan’s 5K Fun Run and Walk, stepping off Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. at the Louisville Slugger Field and taking participants across the Ohio River on Louisville’s Big Four Pedestrian Bridge.
Wednesday, October 22 at 7:00 AM
watch the equip promotional video
SPONSORED BY: ACTIVE DYNAMICS
Equip Exposition
Equip Exposition is co-located with Hardscape North America (HNA), which gives HNA attendees complimentary access to the Equip Expo indoor and outdoor (demo yard) exhibits, as well as access to all of the special events and features that Equip Expo executes each year. Equip Expo is the largest trade show for outdoor power equipment, lawn and garden equipment, light construction and landscape equipment. HNA attendees can upgrade their registration to include any of the educational opportunities being offered by Equip Expo.