Asiatic Lily with H. ‘Seducer’
Regional Hosta Events & Activities
Many regional hosta societies hold activities and events throughout the year. Be sure to check with your local hosta societies as well for events, plant sales, meetings, and get-togethers.
There are plenty of opportunities to connect with others who love The Friendship Plant.
See below for regional events, plus officially sanctioned hosta shows and judges training.
2026 Regional Hosta Events
January/February TBA | American Hosta Society Auction
Online
February 20-21 | Brookfield/Milwaukee, WI
Winter Hosta Symposium
March 20-21 | Piqua, OH
Hosta College
May 28-30 | Huntsville, AL
Dixie Regional
TBA
Hosta Tailgate
June 10-13 | Dublin, OH
AHS National Convention
July 9-11 | Madison, WI
Midwest Regional Convention
September TBA
Fall Hosta Forum
2025 Hosta Shows
Georgia Hosta Society
2025 Judges Boot Camps
The following judges’ training sessions will be held at the AHS National/Midwest Regional Convention in Peoria, IL!
June 19 — Judges Clinic I, Part 2 – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
(Part 1 must be completed in advance, contact Dianne Giordano for self study materials)
June 19 — Judges Clinic II: 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
June 21 — Judges Clinic III: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
If you are interested in participating in a Judges Training Clinic and would like more information, please contact Dianne Giordano, Judges Training Chair or Kathie Sisson, VP Judging and Exhibitions.