Builder Entry – 2026 HBAGK Parade of Homes

Demonstrate your skill, creativity, and commitment to quality by showcasing a home in the 2026 HBAGK Parade of Homes! One of the most eagerly anticipated events of the year, the Parade draws home buyers, prospective clients, fellow industry professionals, and design-savvy visitors from across East Tennessee and beyond.

Join us for three spectacular weekends — October 9–11, 16–18, and 23–25, 2026 — and put your work in front of the audience it deserves.

Entry Fees

Take advantage of early pricing and maximize your savings:

Early Bird Deadline: April 27 — Entry Fee: $1,850 - EXTENDED to 4/29/2026 at Noon
Regular Deadline: May 29 — Entry Fee: $2,300
Late Entry Deadline: July 13 — Entry Fee: $2,850

Multiple Entry Discounts (applied to total combined entry fees for the same builder)

3 homes: 5% off
4 homes: 10% off
5 homes: 15% off
6 or more homes: 20% off

Rules & Regulations

All entries must comply with the official 2026 HBAGK Parade of Homes Rules & Regulations included in the contract agreement that will be sent to all Parade Builder applicants.

Via email you will receive additional information required for your entry, primarily the 2026 HBAGK Parade of Homes contract agreement with rules and regulations that requires a signature by the Builder member of record acknowledging that you agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the 2026 HBAGK Parade of Homes.

Ready to Enter?

Parade houses are exclusively submitted through our online portal. All information provided will be used in the production of the official Parade of Homes website, magazine, and promotional materials. Please ensure your submission is complete and accurate, as incomplete entries may be disqualified per official rules.

NEW this year - the online portal will remain open to users during each entry period* to allow edits and revisions. This extended access will ensure that you have plenty of time to list everything exactly how you want it. Take advantage of this opportunity by signing up early! (*Access to the portal will close at the end of each deadline)

Questions? We're here to help. Contact us at: cbowen@hbaknoxville.com | (865) 546-4665