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SAVE THE DATE - OCTOBER 3-4, 2026

SATURDAY 9:00AM - 6:00PM &

SUNDAY 10:00AM - 4:00PM

The reinvented Parade of Homes & Lifestyle Expo exceeded all expectations this year, bringing our Helena community together to celebrate craftsmanship, innovative living, and Montana hospitality in true style. With hands-on workshops, delicious local flavors, and fun for every age, the event sparkled with inspiration and energy from start to finish. As we look ahead, excitement is already building for next year’s festivities—expect fresh ideas, even more opportunities to connect, and another unforgettable celebration of all things home in Helena.

For anyone interested in being part of next year’s Parade of Homes & Lifestyle Expo—whether as a builder, sponsor, workshop host, artisan, or food vendor—now is the perfect time to get involved and make an impact in Helena’s most anticipated home event.

Connect with the Helena Building Industry Association to learn about the many partnership opportunities and how to showcase unique skills or services. Reach out today and help shape a vibrant, inspiring experience for the whole community next year.

Experience The Reinvented Parade of Homes

Elevate your everyday living with interactive workshops, local cuisine, and family friendly activities!

What's New for 2026

1. VIP FRIDAY EXPERIENCE
â–ª VIP Home Tour: 2-6 PM
â–ª VIP Reception: starts at 6 PM

2. COVER-STAR COMPETITION
â–ª Best magazine house image wins the front cover

3. PREFERRED PHOTO/ILLUSTRATION PACKAGES
â–ª Special packages arranged with trusted local creatives

4. LIMITED TO 15 HOMES
▪ Curated, high-impact lineup—more attention for each builder

5. BRAND + MARKETING COACHING
â–ª New coaching session to help you turn Parade track into year-round leads

6. LIVE CHEF DEMOS (2 HOMES)
â–ª Two featured homes will host live chef demonstrations

7. WORKSHOPS, NOW IN PRINT
â–ª Double-page workshop features in the Parade magazine.

8. FOOD TRUCKS + KIDS’ ZONES
â–ª Two food trucks spaced across the event

▪ Kids’ activities placed with the food trucks

9. ALL-DIGITAL PEOPLE’S CHOICE
▪ Electronic voting only—QR codes, quick and easy

10. TIERED VOTING BY PRICE POINT
▪ People’s Choice categories aligned with home price ranges

11. MORE VENDOR SPACES, MEMBER DISCOUNT
▪ Expanded 10’ x 10’ vendor space opportunities, with special pricing for HBIA members

THE 2025 HELENA PARADE HOMES

H & H Custom Buildings

Gebhardt Development

Blue Mountain Builders

McCall Homes

Sierra Custom Homes

Loyal Custom Homes

JCH Construction

Sussex Construction, Inc.

Gebhardt Development

ReWork Homes

Sussex Construction, Inc.

Thank you to our 2025 Title Sponsor!

Thank you to our 2025 Parade of Homes Builders

Thank you to our 2025 Parade of Homes Committee

Bekka Cantrell, Sussex Construction, Inc., Parade Chair

Shelley Harris, Silver City Stone, Tile, & Cabinetry, Co-chair

Betsy Rispens, Union Home Mortgage

Dan Montgomery, McCall Homes

Dawn Buckley, US Bank

Emmie Kleppelid, Rocky Mountain Credit Union

Greg Zeller, Montana Radio Co.

Kevin Montgomery, Blue Mountain Builders

Maddi Petrosky, ReWork Homes

Mike Craft,  Valley Bank of Helena

Nikki Jemmings,  Rocky Mountain Credit Union

Ryan Cobb,  Valley Bank of Helena

Shawna Erickson,  Evergreen Home Loans

Toni Lake,  Rocky Mountain Credit Union

Vince Bray,  Montana Caliber Remodel & Const.

Thank you to our 2025 Parade of Homes Sponsors

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