Frequently Asked Questions

Every October, builders from across the region showcase their new homes and offer inspiration of what mountain living is like here in Western North Carolina. Produced and hosted by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the WNC Parade of Homes Features new and remodeled homes from builders across Western North Carolina, including popular mountain towns like Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, Black Mountain, Fairview, Marshall, and other communities in the region. Majority of these homes can be toured in-person over two weekends in October as well as virtually online. A magazine is produced that showcases a wide variety of unique homes in diverse styles, idyllic locations, and communities, the latest trends in home technology, green building and interior design, and so much more.

The 2024 WNC Parade of Homes will be open for in-person tours October 12-13 and October 19 – 20. You can tour the homes virtually year-round starting October 4.

Tastes of Tour is an exclusive sneak peek event held prior to the WNC Parade of Homes, offering guests a unique opportunity to explore three beautifully crafted homes by Ward Enterprises in the Olivette community. Attendees enjoy guided tours, engage with the builder, designer, and developers, and indulge in gourmet hors d’oeuvres and drinks provided by Everyday Gourmet. This intimate event provides a behind-the-scenes experience of the Parade of Homes, combining craftsmanship with culinary delights. This year’s event will be held on Friday, October 11, 2024. To join us, please register here.   

Nothing. The WNC Parade of Home is a FREE, self-guided tour of homes open to the public.

It’s possible that the builder or the homeowner may need to close a home unexpectedly. If that happens, we’ll post that information to our Facebook and Instagram pages, so you’ll want to follow up for updates and last-minute changes. It’s also possible that the homeowner preferred the virtual-only option, and that means you can tour the home virtually on our website. 

Children are welcome on the tour; however, there aren’t any kid-specific activities for them on the tour. We ask that you keep your children close to you while touring each home. Please keep in mind that a home’s landscaping may not be kid friendly. No running. No jumping on furniture. No yelling. No wandering off unattended. 

While you do not have to register to attend the WNC Parade of Homes, it’s a great idea to sign up for the Parade of Home newsletter (on the top of the website) so that you’ll have the latest news and information about the parade. Also, many builders will have a guest book at the entrance to their homes. They would greatly appreciate it if you sign in before you enter. 

You can tour each home virtually from wherever you are without creating an account. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for you to get inspired by the many unique homes showcased during the WNC Parade of Homes. 

Please follow the instructions at each home for guidance on whether you’ll need to take off your shoes. Some homeowners and some builders will prefer that you remove your shoes or wear protective covers over your shoes as a way to protect the home from dirt and wear. Please honor that request whenever possible.

For questions about accessibility during in-person tours, please contact BABRM at (828) 299-7001 or reach out to us via our contact page.

While you don’t need it per se, the WNC Parade of Homes magazine is the must-have accessory for your parade experience. It’s the perfect way to keep track of your tour plans, favorite homes and builders, and notes. Pick up a copy at various locations around the region or we’ll mail one to you.   

Yes! Unless there is specific notice asking attendees to refrain from photographing a home, you are free to take all the photos you want of the home. Just be sure to tag us on social media with #WNCParadeofHomes so we can share you post, too!