Tips, best practices, and ideas for HBA parade coordinators, builders, and event professionals.
See real results in our Case StudiesA complete walkthrough for builders on logging into ParadeSmart, setting up a builder profile, and filling out every home information field — including GPS coordinates, directions, and video tours.
Read postMost HBAs do not realize how much revenue a percentage-based ticketing platform costs them each year. Here is the math — and a better model.
Hard-won lessons from 13+ years supporting Parade of Homes events across 50+ HBAs — for coordinators managing their first or fifth parade.
ParadeSmart clients can now manage parade settings directly in the dashboard, including plottable dates, voting settings, logos, and more.
Learn how to set up People's Choice voting for your Parade of Homes event, including categories, restrictions, and adding voting to your app.
Learning how to add builders and homes in ParadeSmart is one of the first things you'll do as a new client, and it's easier than you might think. This guide ...
ParadeSmart advertisements help showcase sponsors in your app and website. Learn ad sizes, placements, and setup steps.
ParadeSmart updates include improved reporting, ad placements, scannable ticket dates, kiosk scanning, updated imports, and new builder training tools.
Discover how a Sister Parade of Homes setup helps HBAs grow their audience, share tickets, and connect with other regions using ParadeSmart.
Get ahead of next year with this Parade of Homes planning checklist featuring 7 off-season tasks for builders, sponsors, and HBAs.
Help builders get more exposure with the ParadeSmart app by adding profiles, photos, and lead tools.
Use your Parade of Homes ticketing form to gather insights for marketing, sponsors, and builder leads.
See what's new in the ParadeSmart app update, including improved navigation, scan tracking, and tools for builders and attendees.
Learn how digital ticketing for Parade of Homes events simplifies entry, cuts costs, and helps you understand your audience better.
A well-organized, informative website sets the tone for your entire Parade of Homes event. It answers common questions, showcases the homes, and helps attend...
The way we experience home tours has drastically evolved with the integration of innovative technology. ParadeSmart is at the forefront of this transformatio...
At ParadeSmart, we understand that Virtual Tours are no longer just an add-on—they’re an essential feature for modern Parade of Homes events. Whether you’re ...
Discover 6 smart ways to make your Parade of Homes more engaging—from local partnerships to scavenger hunts and social media tips.
At ParadeSmart, we’re always looking for ways to enhance the Parade of Homes experience—not just for attendees, but for the local communities that support ea...
What separates a good Parade of Homes from a great one? While every market is different, we’ve seen a clear pattern across top-performing events. They’re org...
Discover how an app enhances your event with interactive maps, digital tickets, real-time updates, and engaging features. Elevate your next Parade of Homes with smart technology!
We’re excited to announce that ParadeSmart will be attending the International Builders’ Show 2025 in Las Vegas! Our team; Makenzie, Jamie, and Jessica can’t...