Programs and Activities
Engaging Activities & Expert Insights for Every Homeowner

Expert-Led Programs & Hands-On Learning
Ideal for homeowners, remodelers, DIYers, and anyone planning a future project.
Homeownership comes with important decisions—from repairs and renovations to long-term planning and maintenance. At the WNC Build & Remodel Expo, our expert-led programs are designed to cut through the noise and provide practical, trustworthy guidance you can actually use.
Sessions are led by local builders, designers, and industry professionals who understand the realities of building and remodeling in Western North Carolina. Topics range from building science and healthy homes to space optimization, materials, technology, and design trends.
All Programs are included with Expo admission.

Pawrade of Homes Raffle
The Pawrade of Homes is a workforce development initiative from the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains, challenging students from 10 Buncombe and Henderson County high schools to design and build doghouses using an identical set of materials. Raffle details coming soon. Check back!

Designer Showcase
Step into beautifully styled spaces at the Designer Showcase, a curated feature of the WNC Build & Remodel Expo. Sponsored by Sherwin-Williams and inspired by the Colormix® 2026 palette, this immersive exhibit highlights creative interior and exterior design through fully styled vignette installations.
Explore fresh ideas, see how color and finishes transform a space, and connect with talented designers from across Western North Carolina.
Kids’ Activities
