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50+ Years
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Your Premier Minnesota Home Tour Experience
Since 1948, Parade Of Homes has been Minnesota's premier home tour experience, connecting families with homeownership opportunities. Our organization began in the Twin Cities with a small development showcase and has grown into the nation's largest and longest-running home tour series. We offer three distinct events annually: the Spring Parade of Homes featuring new construction, the Fall Remodelers Showcase highlighting renovated properties, and the Artisan Home Tour presenting high-end residences. Through our partnership with Housing First Minnesota, we support over 900 industry professionals while maintaining a commitment to community development.Our Housing First Minnesota Foundation collaborates with HomeAid America to create transitional housing for those in need. The Green Path Program, established in 2011, promotes energy-efficient building practices through certification and education. With 75+ years of experience, we combine industry expertise with community focus to deliver valuable resources for homebuyers and professionals alike. Our team works year-round to curate diverse housing options that reflect Minnesota's evolving architectural trends and lifestyle needs. Through digital innovation and traditional engagement, we continue to lead as Minnesota's trusted home showcase authority.
Services
Parade of Homes
Remodelers Showcase
Artisan Home Tour
Green Path Program
Housing Foundation Initiatives
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- 75+ years of experience organizing Minnesota's largest home tours
- Three specialized events showcasing diverse housing options annually
- Community-focused initiatives through Housing First Minnesota Foundation
- Industry-leading Green Path energy efficiency certification program
- Collaboration with 900+ housing professionals for quality assurance
Services
Parade of Homes
Minnesota's largest home tour series showcases new construction properties across diverse neighborhoods. Visitors explore cutting-edge designs and connect with builders during our annual spring event. The program supports homeownership opportunities while highlighting industry innovation.
Remodelers Showcase
This fall event highlights transformed residences demonstrating creative remodeling solutions. Attendees discover innovative space optimization techniques and connect with experienced remodelers. The showcase emphasizes sustainable renovation practices and modern living adaptations.
Artisan Home Tour
Exclusive ticketed tours of high-end residences featuring premium craftsmanship and design. The summer and fall events showcase Minnesota's finest architectural achievements, offering inspiration for luxury home seekers and design professionals.
Green Path Program
Minnesota's leading energy efficiency certification for residential construction. The program evaluates homes on sustainability metrics and promotes eco-friendly building practices through education and third-party verification systems.
Housing Foundation Initiatives
Collaborative efforts with HomeAid America to create transitional housing for vulnerable populations. Industry professionals contribute expertise and resources to build safe, durable housing solutions that address local housing insecurity challenges.
Questions
When are the home tour events held?
The Spring Parade of Homes runs March-April, Fall Parade September-October, and Artisan Home Tours occur in June and September.
How can builders participate in the tours?
Builders can apply through our website to showcase properties. Selected participants gain exposure to thousands of potential buyers during scheduled tour dates.
Are tickets required for all events?
General home tours are free, but Artisan Home Tours require advance ticket purchase for exclusive access to premium properties.
What safety measures are in place for visitors?
We follow current health guidelines with contactless entry systems and capacity limits to ensure safe touring experiences for all attendees.
How does the organization support the community?
Through the Housing First Minnesota Foundation, we build transitional housing and partner with charities to address housing insecurity across the state.
Can I schedule a private tour of featured homes?
Private tours aren't available during public events, but contact information for builders and remodelers is provided for follow-up appointments.
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Micki C.
Mar 21, 2010
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Welcome to the "cribs" of Minnesota. While these gorgeous abodes are well beyond the everyday homebuyers palatte, it sure is fun to see what building trends and styles are en vogue. I got a lot of great decorating ideas--and found out the designers who showcase their stuff in these homes have a huge clearance sale in April after the Parade is over to sell the staged items! The newly built homes are found more in the outer burbs where there is room to buy land and build. However, the last weekend in March is the remodelers showcase where you can check out homes that have been renovated--you'll find a lot more selection closer into the cities this weekend.
