Building Industry Association and other organizers are getting ready to host the Parade of Homes in September
Paul Valencia
ClarkCountyToday.com
There was a groundbreaking ceremony in January.
This week, pictures show quite the difference.
And by early September, the parade is expected to be ready to showcase the best in modern homes.
The Building Industry Association of Clark County presents the 46th annual GRO Parade of Homes, celebrating the finest in home architecture, design, and construction in the Pacific Northwest.
This year’s parade runs Sept. 6 through 22 at the Reserve at Lake River in Felida.
Featuring the latest in high-end construction from Affinity Homes and Cascade West Development, the Parade of Homes will offer a walk-through experience of three homes on a single lot overlooking Lake River. Each home boasts open-air living spaces and state-of-the-art home technology, appliances, lighting, plumbing, textures and colors.
Builders, designers, and real estate professionals will be on site to answer questions and offer insights. Food and beverage offerings will be available from local food trucks.
“No other display of homes in the Pacific Northwest provides this level of craftsmanship in a one-stop touring experience,” said Chuck Neibert, president of the Building Industry Association of Clark County. “Whether you are looking for home design inspiration, embarking on a remodel, or a part of the industry, everyone will walk away inspired and informed about creating the home of their dreams.”
There are several special events associated with the parade:
VIP night is Thursday, Sept. 5 from 5 to 9 p.m. This allows for first access to the parade, a day before the official opening, and comes with a catered dinner. VIP tickets are $75 and are for adults 21 and older.
Family Day is Saturday, Sept. 7 with family activities throughout the day. Children 12 and under are free.
Hero Day celebrates the military and first responders. All active duty or retired military get in for free and first responders get a $3 discount. Students from the Battle Ground High School ROTC program will hold flag salutes every hour.
Designer Day, on Wednesday, Sept. 11, gives complimentary admission to industry designers. For an extra purchase, there is an industry networking happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m.
Builder and Realtor Day is Thursday, Sept. 12. Local builders and realtors enjoy free admission. There is also a networking opportunity on this day from 4 to 6 p.m.
The parade is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays during the event. There is complimentary parking at 4607 NW McCann Road in Vancouver, and complimentary shuttle service to the parade of homes from there.Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at https://clarkcountyparadeofhomes.com/
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