Don’t miss these special events put on by select builders and remodelers during the 2023 fall tours! These events will introduce you to the teams behind the homes on the tour, the latest design trends, and much more.
St. Paul Saints Game
CHS Field | 7 PM
Take your family out to the ball game! In honor of the 75th anniversary of the Parade of Homes, we’re sponsoring a few St. Paul Saints games this summer! Gather your family or friends and enjoy an evening of baseball at CHS Field. Whether you’re a seasoned baseball enthusiast or simply want to experience the electrifying atmosphere of America’s favorite pastime, these games are guaranteed to be a grand slam!
The St. Paul Saints’ fun, family-friendly atmosphere offers exciting baseball, classic stadium eats, between-inning entertainment, and even a few giveaways by the Parade of Homes to celebrate our 75th anniversary.
St. Paul Saints Game
CHS Field | 7 PM
Take your family out to the ball game! In honor of the 75th anniversary of the Parade of Homes, we’re sponsoring a few St. Paul Saints games this summer! Gather your family or friends and enjoy an evening of baseball at CHS Field. Whether you’re a seasoned baseball enthusiast or simply want to experience the electrifying atmosphere of America’s favorite pastime, these games are guaranteed to be a grand slam!
The St. Paul Saints’ fun, family-friendly atmosphere offers exciting baseball, classic stadium eats, between-inning entertainment, and even a few giveaways by the Parade of Homes to celebrate our 75th anniversary.
Bauhaus Brewery Event
Bauhaus Brew Labs | 4-10 PM
In honor of our 75th anniversary, the Parade of Homes partnered up with Bauhaus Brew Labs to craft a signature brew. We’re inviting YOU to the Ope’n Haus launch party on September 7. Join us at Bauhaus as we tap the first kegs of our home tour-inspired hazy pale ale to celebrate 75 years of home tours, homebuilding, and helping Minnesotans find their next home.
Bring your pals and furry friends — this event is free and open to the public! We’ll have the Animales Barbeque Co. food truck, live music, and giveaways.
Our limited edition hazy pale ale is a delicious blend of floral and tropical flavors with notes of orange and clementine. Cheers to homeowner-sip! Ope — we meant homeownership.
Weekend 1 Pop-Up Events
Hollydale Neighborhood | Plymouth, MN
Free Fitness Class – HIIT with Shelley Hawkins from Lifetime Fitness | 9-10 AM
Puppy Party with Healing Hearts Rescue | 10-11:30 AM
Coffee Cart; Food Truck; Parade of Homes Giveaways | 10 AM-12 PM
Radio personality Naima with Cities97.1 will be there – stop by and say hi! | 10 AM-12 PM
First 100 visitors receive a free Illume Candle (while supplies last) | 10 AM-12 PM
Enter our “Crack the Code” contest for your chance to win $50,000! | 10 AM-12 PM
For the first Saturday of the tour, join us at the Hollydale neighborhood for pop-up celebrations. Wake up with Coffee Cart, a morning workout, and a puppy party! Make sure to get there early to grab your free Illume candle!
Cookies and Conversations
FITZKE CUSTOM HOMES │ #331 │ Faribault │ 1-5 PM
Enjoy a fresh-baked cookie and talk about what you are looking for in a new home and how we can build a custom home that fits your lifestyle.
Apple Cider & Donuts
ETERNITY HOMES │ 1-4 PM
#266 │ Inver Grove Heights
#314 │ Lakeville
Fall in love with your new Eternity Home and enjoy apple cider and donuts from the local bakery! Join us for a delightful afternoon at Eternity Homes’ open house, where the air is filled with the enticing aroma of cider and scrumptious donuts. With a cozy ambiance and mouthwatering treats, it’s the perfect opportunity to mingle, indulge, and discover!
Coffee Cart
COUNTRY JOE HOMES │ #297 │ Lakeville │ 1-3 PM
Enjoy our newest Parade Home in Summers Creek while sipping on your favorite Coffee Cart brew and enjoying sweet treats! Andra, our new construction mortgage specialist, will be on hand to answer your financing questions.
Bingo with the Builder
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ 12-6 PM
#5 │ Eden Prairie
#34 │ Minnetrista
#124 │ Hanover
#134 │ St. Michael
#135 │ St. Michael
#228 │ River Falls
#229 │ Prescott
#264 │ Inver Grove Heights
#267 │ Inver Grove Heights
#289 │ Lakeville
#329 │ Dundas
#330 │ Faribault
#334 │ Elko New Market
#346 │ Prior Lake
Join us this Fall for the unique “Parade of Homes BINGO with the Builder” event! It’s not just a chance to tour our exquisite models but also a thrilling game of BINGO that could take you somewhere warm!
In Honor of Patriots’ Day
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ 12-6 PM
#5 │ Eden Prairie
#34 │ Minnetrista
#124 │ Hanover
#134 │ St. Michael
#135 │ St. Michael
#228 │ River Falls
#229 │ Prescott
#264 │ Inver Grove Heights
#267 │ Inver Grove Heights
#289 │ Lakeville
#329 │ Dundas
#330 │ Faribault
#334 │ Elko New Market
#346 │ Prior Lake
In honor of Flag Day, Fieldstone Family Home is celebrating the stars and stripes in a special way! Visit any of Fieldstone Family Homes Parade of Homes models and receive a complimentary American flag to show your patriotic pride. Display it with honor and remember the enduring spirit of our great nation.
Boomers and Beyond Planning for the Future Part 1: Should You Stay or Should You Go
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ #289 │ Lakeville │ 9:30 AM-12 PM
Whether you’re contemplating a move to a more manageable living space, looking at how your home should best fit your lifestyle, or just curious about what right-sizing entails, our “Should You Stay or Should You Go Now?” event promises to be enlightening and supportive. Your empty nesting years should be about comfort, joy, and peace of mind. Let us help you make your future the best it can be.
Hot Cocoa Bar
ETERNITY HOMES
#293 │ Lakeville │ 1-4 PM
#305 │ Lakeville │ 1-4 PM
Fall in love with your new Eternity home that is cocoa cozy! Step into a world of warmth and sweetness at our open House, where a heavenly hot cocoa bar awaits you with an array of delicious toppings and flavors, from marshmallows to whipped cream and everything in between.
In Honor of Patriots’ Day
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ 12-6 PM
#5 │ Eden Prairie
#34 │ Minnetrista
#124 │ Hanover
#134 │ St. Michael
#135 │ St. Michael
#228 │ River Falls
#229 │ Prescott
#264 │ Inver Grove Heights
#267 │ Inver Grove Heights
#289 │ Lakeville
#329 │ Dundas
#330 │ Faribault
#334 │ Elko New Market
#346 │ Prior Lake
In honor of Flag Day, Fieldstone Family Home is celebrating the stars and stripes in a special way! Visit any of Fieldstone Family Homes Parade of Homes models and receive a complimentary American flag to show your patriotic pride. Display it with honor and remember the enduring spirit of our great nation.
Builders and Baristas!
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ #289 │ Lakeville │ 10 AM-1 PM
“Builder and Baristas!” isn’t just an event; it’s an experience. It demystifies the construction world and offers attendees a chance to interact directly with those who shape our communities. Whether you’re looking to build, a current homeowner, looking for remodeling ideas, or simply curious, join us for a morning that promises to be both enlightening and enjoyable.
Touchdowns and Tile
MCDONALD DESIGN BUILD RENOVATE │ #3 │ Eden Prairie │ 4-6 PM
What better way to pregame for Thursday Night Football than by touring your favorite model home?! Stop by for snacks, stick around to admire the tile work throughout, and arrive home before kickoff. You’ll be sure to chant SKOL Vikings … and McDonald!
Gather at the Table with Joan Wyman
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ #289 │ Lakeville │ 4-7 PM
“Gather at the Table” with Joan Wyman is more than just a cookbook event—it’s an homage to the power of food to bring people together. With a spoonful of nostalgia, a dash of local flavor, and Joan’s inimitable warmth, this event promises to nourish both the body and soul. Come and be part of a community that believes in the magic that happens when you gather together in the kitchen.
Homebuying Seminary
BRANDL ANDERSON │ #300 │ Lakeville │ 4-6 PM
A casual, no-obligation conversation from a financial expert on the ins and outs of buying a home in today’s market. Learn about the home-buying Process, owning for less than rent, first-time buyer programs, pre-qualifying, local market stats, and much more!
Weekend 2 Pop-Up Events
Amber Fields Neighborhood│ Rosemount, MN │ 9 AM-12 PM
Free Fitness Class | 9-10 AM
Puppy Party with Healing Hearts Rescue | 10-11:30 AM
Coffee Cart; Food Truck; Parade of Homes Giveaways | 10 AM-12 PM
First 100 visitors receive a free Illume Candle (while supplies last) | 10 AM-12 PM
Radio personality Amy James with K102 will be there – stop by and say hi! | 10 AM-12 PM
Enter our “Crack the Code” contest for your chance to win $50,000! | 10 AM-12 PM
For the second Saturday of the tour, join us at the Amber Fields neighborhood for pop-up celebrations. Wake up with Coffee Cart, a morning workout, and a puppy party! Make sure to get there early to grab your free Illume candle!
Apple Cider and Donuts
ETERNITY HOMES │ #323 │ Farmington │ 1-4 PM
Fall in love with your new Eternity home and enjoy apple cider and donuts from the local bakery! Join us for a delightful afternoon at Eternity Homes’ open house, where the air is filled with the enticing aroma of cider and scrumptious donuts. With a cozy ambiance and mouthwatering treats, it’s the perfect opportunity to mingle, indulge, and discover!
Downsizing!
FITZKE CUSTOM HOMES │ #331 │ Faribault │ 12-6 PM
The kids are out of the house, maybe for good. Your current home is too big, and you hate cleaning a big house. Come find out why so many people are choosing to downsize to a new, smaller, more efficient home with less maintenance. See all the different home styles available at Parkland Village, including many one-level living options.
Grilling and Chilling
ETERNITY HOMES │ #314 │ Lakeville │ 1-4 PM
Come out for grilling and chilling brats! For an extra bonus, stop by, sign up on the Viking board, and spin the wheel to win a gift card!
Homebuying Seminary
BRANDL ANDERSON │ #300 │ Lakeville │ 1-3 PM
A casual, no-obligation conversation from a financial expert on the ins and outs of buying a home in today’s market. Learn about the home-buying Process, owning for less than rent, first-time buyer programs, pre-qualifying, local market stats, and much more!
Ice Cream
ETERNITY HOMES │ #305 │ Lakeville │ 1-4 PM
Come down to Lakeville to explore this brand-new Eternity home and enjoy an ice cream social! Delicious treats and beautiful aesthetics make for a perfect Sunday afternoon.
Hot Cocoa Bar
ETERNITY HOMES │ #199 │ Hugo │ 1-4 PM
Fall in love with your new Eternity home that is cocoa cozy! Step into a world of warmth and sweetness at our open house, where a heavenly hot cocoa bar awaits you with an array of delicious toppings and flavors, from marshmallows to whipped cream and everything in between.
“Meat” Our Builder
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ #124 │ Hanover │ 4-6 PM
The “Meat the Builder” evening with Troy Johnson is a symphony of sizzling grills and dynamic developments. It’s where culinary meets construction creativity. Be part of an event where every morsel and every mortar matters. Join us in celebrating Troy’s dual expertise, one that feeds both the body and the community’s future.
Builder Block Party
MCDONALD DESIGN BUILD RENOVATE │ #14 │ Chaska │ 4-6 PM
Two custom homebuilders, a brand-new neighborhood, and an open cul-de-sac?! We think that calls for a builder block party! McDonald welcomes you to join in on the fun. Even if you come just for the munchies, you’re guaranteed to stay for the mesmerizing model home!
Weekend 3 Pop-Up Events
Calarosa Neighborhood│ Cottage Grove │ 9 AM-12 PM
Free Fitness Class │ 9-10 AM
Puppy Party with Healing Hearts Rescue │ 10-11:30 AM
Coffee Cart; Food Truck; Parade of Homes Giveaways │ 10AM-12 PM
First 100 visitors receive a free Illume Candle (while supplies last) │ 10AM-12 PM
Enter our “Crack the Code” contest for your chance to win $50,000! │ 10AM-12 PM
For the third Saturday of the tour, join us at the Calarosa neighborhood for pop-up celebrations. Wake up with Coffee Cart, a morning workout, and a puppy party! Make sure to get there early to grab your free Illume candle!
ETERNITY HOMES │ #176 │ Blaine │ 1-4 PM
Fall in love with your new Eternity home and enjoy apple cider and donuts from the local bakery! Join us for a delightful afternoon at Eternity Homes’ open house, where the air is filled with the enticing aroma of cider and scrumptious donuts. With a cozy ambiance and mouthwatering treats, it’s the perfect opportunity to mingle, indulge, and discover!
What is a HERS Score?
FITZKE CUSTOM HOMES │ #331 │ Faribault │ 1-3 PM
Come find out from a Designated MN Green Path Builder what a HERS score is, how it is calculated, and how energy efficient a home can be.
Bouquets and Building
ETERNITY HOMES │ #293 │ Lakeville │ 1-3 PM
Tour our new construction home and build a fresh flower bouquet to take with you. Fresh flowers, vases, and refreshments provided by V&Co RE Team, Luminate Home Loans, and Eternity Homes.
Apple Cider and Donuts
ETERNITY HOMES │ #164 │ Centerville │ 1-4 PM
Fall in love with your new Eternity home and enjoy apple cider and donuts from the local bakery! Join us for a delightful afternoon at Eternity Homes’ open house, where the air is filled with the enticing aroma of cider and scrumptious donuts. With a cozy ambiance and mouthwatering treats, it’s the perfect opportunity to mingle, indulge, and discover.
Pop-Up Giftshop
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ #289 │ Lakeville │ 10 AM-2 PM
Merge the wonders of innovative home design for one-level living with the joy of shopping at Fieldstone Family Homes Kenwood Hills development Pop-Up Gift Shop. Located within walls that speak of future memories and dreams, every item here isn’t just a potential gift—it’s a piece of a story waiting to be told. Come, enjoy a viewing of our models and stop at the gift shop on your way!
Steak 4 Sheepdogs Fundraiser
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ #267 │ Inver Grove Heights │ 1-4 PM
Join us in raising not just funds, but also hope, respect, and a promise of unwavering support for those who’ve served us selflessly. In the setting of Fieldstone Family Homes Peltier’s Reserve Model Home, we are excited to host the Steaks 4 Sheepdogs Fundraiser. Join us for delectable steak bites, heartfelt conversations, and a united vision to foster community.
September 24
Cookie Dough Truck
COUNTRY JOE HOMES │ #296 │ Lakeville │ 1-3 PM
Country Joe Homes’ sweetest development Highview Ridge will be serving up cookie dough bites while you tour our latest model the Riverside! Andra, our new construction mortgage specialist, will be on hand to answer your financing questions.
Bouquets and Building
ETERNITY HOMES │ #323 │ Farmington │ 1-3 PM
Tour our new construction home and build a fresh flower bouquet to take with you. Fresh flowers, vases, and refreshments provided by V&Co RE Team, Luminate Home Loans, and Eternity Homes.
Hot Cocoa Bar
ETERNITY HOMES │ #332 │ Elko New Market │ 1-4 PM
Fall in love with your new Eternity home that is cocoa cozy! Step into a world of warmth and sweetness at our open house, where a heavenly hot cocoa bar awaits you with an array of delicious toppings and flavors, from marshmallows to whipped cream and everything in between.
Meet the Builder
FITZKE CUSTOM HOMES │ #331 │ Faribault │ 12-6 PM
Come meet the award-winning builder of Fitzke Custom Homes, Jaren Fitzke. Find out how a small, low-volume, high-quality homebuilder might be the right choice for you.
How to Select the Right Contractor for Your Family, Home, and Project
CHE BELLA INTERIORS DESIGN + REMODELING │ #R9 │ Burnsville │ 4 PM
What do you look for and how do you hire the right contractor for your project? Join us to discuss how you can navigate the remodeling process so that you can have a successful project delivered on time.
Unveiling Party
CRYSTAL KITCHEN + BATH │ #R2 │ Edina │ 4-6 PM
We would like to invite you to the unveiling of this beautiful kitchen! Stop by for the opportunity to meet the designer, the design-build company, and the homeowner.
Common “Ground”: Local Coffee and Construction
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ #5 │ 10 AM-1 PM
Step into the serene surroundings of Eden Ridge and join Fieldstone Family Homes for our “Coffee & Construction” gathering. As the aroma of freshly brewed local coffee fills the air, get a unique chance to delve into the world of homebuilding and converse directly with our seasoned builder. Bring your queries, share your aspirations, and let’s turn your morning into a world of inspiration!
Weekend 4 Pop-Up Events
Evanswood Neighborhood│ Maple Grove │ 9 AM-12 PM
Free Fitness Class │ 9-10 AM
Puppy Party with Healing Hearts Rescue │ 10-11:30 AM
Coffee Cart; Food Truck; Parade of Homes Giveaways │ 10 AM-12 PM
First 100 visitors receive a free Illume Candle (while supplies last) │ 10 AM-12 PM
Radio personality Falen with KDWB will be giving away gift cards to the first 100 attendees. │ 10 AM-12 PM
Enter our “Crack the Code” contest for your chance to win $50,000! │ 10 AM-12 PM
For the fourth Saturday of the tour, join us at the Evanswood neighborhood for pop-up celebrations. Wake up with Coffee Cart, a morning workout, and and a puppy party! Make sure to get there early to grab your free Illume candle!
How to Prepare for a Remodel
CHE BELLA INTERIORS DESIGN + REMODELING │ #R9 │ Burnsville │ 4 PM
Meet our team while learning and discussing how you can prepare for your upcoming remodel. Topics include top things to think about before starting, how to navigate the necessary steps of a remodel, questions to ask a contractor that you’re interviewing, how to plan for your project investment, and much more.
Food Truck and Greetings
COUNTRY JOE HOMES │ #290 │ Lakeville │ 1-3 PM
End your Parade of Homes tour at the Preserve Development in Lakeville with the Best Meals on Wheels food truck serving lunch from 1-3 PM! Andra, our new construction mortgage specialist, will be on hand to answer your financing questions.
Selecting the Perfect Homesite
FITZKE CUSTOM HOMES │ #331 │ Faribault │ 12-6 PM
Is your idea of building a new home progressing from just a thought to actual preparation? Along with financing, the first place to start is looking for the perfect homesite. Come discuss what you’re looking for in a new home location and learn what to watch out for when buying a piece of land.
Grilling and Chilling
ETERNITY HOMES │ #266 │ Inver Grove Heights │ 1-4 PM
Come out for grilling and chilling brats! For an extra bonus, stop by, sign up on the Minnesota Gopher board, and spin the wheel to win a gift card!
Apple Cider and Donuts
ETERNITY HOMES │ #304 │ Lakeville │ 1-4 PM
Fall in love with your new Eternity Home and enjoy apple cider and donuts from the local bakery! Join us for a delightful afternoon at Eternity Homes’ open house, where the air is filled with the enticing aroma of cider and scrumptious donuts. With a cozy ambiance and mouthwatering treats, it’s the perfect opportunity to mingle, indulge, and discover!
Boomers and Beyond Planning for the Future Part 2: Estate Planning
FIELDSTONE FAMILY HOMES │ #289 │ Lakeville │ 9:30 AM-12 PM
Planning for the future is not just a fiscal responsibility; it’s an act of love, a gift of clarity you give to your family and loved ones. “Boomers & Beyond: Future-Proof Your Legacy” aims to simplify this seemingly daunting task, turning it into an engaging, enlightening experience. Join us and take the first step towards securing your legacy and building your future.
Happy Hour at R24
NEW SPACES │ #R24 │ Plymouth │ 5-7 PM
Join us at R24 in Plymouth on Sept. 30 at 5 PM! Come speak to one of our award-winning designers over drinks and light bites.
Hot Cocoa Bar
ETERNITY HOMES │ #361 │ Savage │ 1-4 PM
Fall in love with your new Eternity Home that is cocoa cozy! Step into a world of warmth and sweetness at our open house, where a heavenly hot cocoa bar awaits you with an array of delicious toppings and flavors, from marshmallows to whipped cream and everything in between.
Ask a Designer Happy Hour
NEW SPACES │ #R10 │ Burnsville │ 3-5 PM
Join us at R10 in Burnsville on Oct. 1 at 3 PM! Grab a free beverage and come speak to one of our award-winning designers.
It’s almost time for the final weekend of the Spring Parade of Homes…and you know what that means! The Remodelers Showcase will be open this weekend (April 5-7) only. Tour 40 newly remodeled homes scattered all across the Twin Cities. Plus, meet the talented teams behind the wow-worthy transformations. Remodeled homes are open this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 12-6pm. From main level makeovers to stunning kitchen and bath transformations, the Remodelers Showcase can help you get inspired for your next home project.
Today, we’re diving into the heart of the home: the kitchen. On the Spring Remodelers Showcase, homeowners were embracing color to infuse personality and style into their culinary spaces. Take a closer look at some inspiring kitchen remodels that beautifully incorporate color.
There’s no shortage of incredible residences on the Parade of Homes, but these four amazing homes have been selected by our BATC-Housing First Minnesota Foundation as this fall’s Dream Homes. These four beauties from Homes By Tradition, Highmark Builders, Carl M. Hansen Companies and Trestle Homes will leave you in awe. Plus, a $5 tax-deductible entry fee to each of these four homes will go to the BATC-Housing First Minnesota Foundation to support their mission of building and remodeling homes and facilities for veterans and the homeless.
And stay tuned for more details on our two Dream Remodeled Homes, open the final weekend of the tour during the Remodelers Showcase!
