The ultimate guide to the 2025 Spring Parade of Homes

Key insights:

• Plan your visit for the 2025 Spring Parade of Homes, which runs from March 7 through April 6.
• The Parade of Homes is a twice-annual event showcasing hundreds of luxury homes and new construction properties across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.
• While peeking at trendy and gorgeous homes can be a fun weekend activity, it’s smart to partner up with a REALTOR® if you are truly entering the new construction market as a buyer.

For some, the American Dream is not a simple home with a charming white picket fence, but a custom house built to their exact specifications and design preferences.

If you aspire to purchase a new construction property, there’s no better time to dip your toes into the market than during the 2025 Parade of Homes. Here are insights to consider as you plan your trip to Minnesota’s most exciting home tour and showcase.

What is the Parade of Homes?

The Parade of Homes is a showcase of the most beautiful and unique new construction properties and remodeled homes in Minnesota. Each spring and fall, select homes are open to the public for one month, giving buyers and home lovers a chance to see the latest trends in design and sustainability.

The Parade of Homes offers these tours for free to the public, though they do charge a $5 admission fee to visit a small group of properties called Dream Homes. The proceeds from these Dream Home fees support the Housing First Minnesota Foundation, which serves local families in need of housing. View all 2025 Dream Homes here.

Note: The Parade of Homes is cashless, so all Dream Home entrance fees must be paid via credit card.

When is the 2025 Spring Parade of Homes?

The 2025 Spring Parade of Homes runs Fridays through Sundays, beginning on March 7 and concluding on April 6. The tours are from noon until 6 p.m. On the final weekend of April 4-6, the tour will highlight the area’s most beautifully renovated homes with a special Remodelers Showcase.

Get more details on this spring’s Parade of Homes here.

Not ready to buy? Look for renovation ideas instead

If you’re hoping to stay in your home but want some inspiration for renovations or a full remodel, be sure to visit the Remodelers Showcase. This three-day event offers a unique perspective on remodeled homes in the area, plus the opportunity to converse with local remodelers.

Whether you want to see new design trends in action, learn more about green home renovations or simply appreciate homes that are updated without sacrificing the original character of the property, you’ll love this insider view into the remodeling process and its stunning outcomes.

Should I bring my REALTOR® to the Parade of Homes?

Yes, it’s a very smart idea to engage a REALTOR® as you tour the Parade of Homes or consider building a brand-new home from the ground up. REALTORS® are experts and advocates who can assist you throughout the entire process, ensuring you understand the development process and timeline, along with how to navigate financing and other key decisions.

If you’re already working with an agent, you can let the developer know you won’t need them to introduce you to a REALTOR®.

Ready to buy now?

If ready to get started, reach out to Edina Realty or one of our agents to begin your home purchase journey today.

Whether you’re in the market for a brand-new home, a historic property or something in between, Edina Realty is your trusted one-stop-shop. Work with us to get expert guidance on your home buying journey.