Western North Carolina Parade of Homes

Are you thinking of buying a new home? If so, you know that purchasing a new home is an exciting experience. This is a great chance to find your dream home. You can choose options that fit your lifestyle. Create a place you will love coming home to every day. Therefore, your local Parade of Homes can help you find the perfect home for you and your family.

Whether you are looking for something simple and modest or extravagant with all the upgrades, you’ll find it. However, if you don’t quite find the perfect home, custom home builders like Kaizen Homes can help. Based in Asheville, Kaizen Homes can craft the home you’ve always wanted.

Additionally, read on to learn more about Parade of Homes and how it can benefit new and experienced home buyers alike.

The Benefits of Attending Your Local Parade of Homes

Attending this annual event is for more than just ready homebuyers looking to find their dream home. It offers other benefits as well.

Find Inspiration

The Parade of Homes is such an amazing source of inspiration, as it features a wide range of architectural styles and design ideas. As you explore different homes, you’ll see so many layouts, finishes, and features, thereby helping you imagine your own dream home.

Furthermore, whether you prefer something traditional or modern or want to build custom or with a pre-fab floor plan, you’ll find plenty of ideas to spark your creativity. Remember, building your dream home gives you the chance to customize your home to fit your needs and wants.

Check out the Latest Trends

The event also provides a unique opportunity to see the latest trends in home design and construction in towns near Asheville. From innovative layouts to new building materials and technologies, you’ll gain valuable insights into what’s new and popular in the industry.

Discover Towns Near Asheville, NC

One of the greatest aspects of the Parade of Homes is that it not only showcases beautiful homes but also gives you a chance to explore the charming towns and gated communities near Asheville. Whether you’re looking for the peaceful mountains of Black Mountain, the vibrant community feel of Weaverville, or the scenic beauty of Mars Hill, each town has something special to offer.

To truly discover the best places to live around Asheville, check out our guide to the 7 Best Towns Near Asheville. This post highlights what makes each town unique, from outdoor adventures to community vibes, and can help you envision where your dream home might take root.

2026 WNC Parade of Homes: What to Know

The Western North Carolina Parade of Homes is one of our favorite ways to experience what’s possible in mountain homebuilding—new builds, renovations, smart layouts, thoughtful craftsmanship, and the latest in building science and design. The tour is free, self-guided, and open to the public, with most homes available for in-person touring over two weekends in October and virtual tours available year-round. (Western North Carolina Parade of Homes)

When is the 2026 Parade?

The Parade is hosted by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and the 45th annual Parade of Homes is planned for October 17-18 & 24-25, 2026. For the most up-to-date schedule, participating homes, and tour planning tools, visit the official Parade site. 

Kaizen Homes in the 2026 Parade

Kaizen Homes plans to enter a home in the 2026 WNC Parade of Homes and have it available for in-person showing during the Parade. Check back here soon—we’ll share the home details, tour information, and the story behind the build as soon as everything is officially announced. 

In the meantime, we invite you to:

• Explore the official Parade website to see how the tour works and what to expect. 

• Browse our portfolio for completed work and design inspiration.

• If you’d rather not wait for the Parade to start planning, contact us—we’d love to learn about your property and your goals.

 

Meet the Builder, Jonathan Landry

Jonathan Landry is the Kaizen Homes, a trusted custom home builder here in Western North Carolina. With over a decade of experience, Jonathan has a knack for combining energy efficiency with thoughtful design, making the entire building process smooth and enjoyable. Outside of work, he’s an avid mountain biker who loves spending time outdoors with his wife, Abby, in Western North Carolina. He also created the Build Your Dream Home – Home Guide to help future clients navigate the building process.