The MSP Home Tour is a free self guided tour of remodeled homes in the Twin Cities Metro area. It brings together thousands of home enthusiasts for a weekend of exploring and sharing home remodeling ideas, from homes of all vintages.
The 2026 Home Tour will take place the first weekend in May, 2026.
Saturday, May 02, 2026 and Sunday, May 03, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m both days.
Celebrating Remodeled Homes
The Tour is a cornerstone of Twin Cities' architectural tourism, offering a rare glimpse into the private spaces that define the region's character. What began as a local initiative has evolved into a growing, metro-wide celebration of craftsmanship, community, and the enduring value of our housing stock. Through the Tour, we celebrate remodeled homes that have been lovingly remodeled by their owners, often with the help of a professional. You're invited inside the homes of real people to be inspired and get to know the neighborhoods and communities that make up our vibrant metro area.
Projects range from small to large, from budget conscious to luxury. We highlight those homes that have sustainability improvements impacting energy consumption, water use, thermal comfort, energy production, and occupant health. We also highlight historical projects, accessibility projects, and so much more!
Homeowners are typically present for the tour and are available to talk about their experience, inspiration, and motivation.
Education-Focused
Powered by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), seminars and workshops take place at a variety of locations over the two day tour. Attend a Topic Talk to hear professionals share their knowledge of remodeling, design, and architecture with the community.
History
A Legacy of Community Revitalization
The MSP Home Tour’s roots reach back to the late 1980s, originating as a program of the City of Minneapolis. By 1990, the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) became its primary steward. The intent was clear: to showcase how public and private investment could breathe new life into urban neighborhoods. In those early years, the Tour served as a proof-of-concept for the city's vitality, highlighting residents who chose to stay and invest in their "forever homes."As the program’s success crossed the river, it transitioned into the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Home Tour. This era emphasized a public-private partnership, shifting the focus from government-led projects to the stories of individual homeowners and the professional remodelers who helped realize their visions
Transition and Stewardship
When the NRP concluded its operations, the Tour needed a home that understood both its logistical complexity and its community-focused soul. ProMedia Inc. assumed coordination, maintaining the Tour's "sociable and neighborly" quality for several years. However, the most significant shift occurred in 2021, when National Association of the Remodeling Industry of Minnesota (NARI of MN) acquired the Tour. Under NARI’s leadership, the Tour has found a renewed focus. While it remains a celebration of beautiful spaces, it is now deeply rooted in the philosophy of Remodeling Done Right.TM NARI has leveraged its network and the broader community of professionals of architects, designers, remodelers, other craftspeople, to highlight how thoughtful remodeling—ranging from solar energy integration to accessible "aging-in-place" designs—preserves the Twin Cities' historic housing stock while adapting it for modern lifestyles.
The 2026 Tour: A Metro-Wide Tapestry
The 2026 MSP Home Tour, scheduled for May 2–3, features 22 distinct locations that reflect the geographic and architectural diversity of the metro.
The 2026 map invites visitors into neighborhoods with distinctly different characters:
- Historic Urban Gems: High concentrations of homes in Northeast Minneapolis and the Merriam Park/Macalester-Groveland areas of Saint Paul showcase the power of preserving craftsmanship.
- Modern Adaptations: Explorations of the North Loop and Downtown Minneapolis highlight urban density and loft conversions.
- Established Suburbs: The tour extends into Minnetonka, Golden Valley, and Saint Louis Park, where mid-century homes are being re-imagined for a new generation.
- South and East Metro: From the charming hills of Nokomis in Minneapolis to the residential pockets of Eagan, Mendota Heights, West Saint Paul, and Como Park, the Tour proves that quality housing is a region-wide priority.
By inviting the public inside, the MSP Home Tour continues to inspire homeowners to see the potential in their own four walls, ensuring that the Twin Cities' architectural heritage remains vibrant for another century. This year, the Tour serves as one of the anchors for "City Stories", citystoriesmn.com, a week-long celebration of Twin Cities heritage.