The Greater Iowa City Home Builders Association

2026 Home & Garden Show
2026-02-13 - 2026-02-16, 2026-02-14 - 2026-02-17, 2026-02-15 - 2026-02-18 | Hyatt Regency, Coralville, 300 E 9th St, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Friday 4PM-7PM
Saturday 10AM-4PM
Sunday 12PM-3PM

Ai in Construction Workshop
2026-03-25 08:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
Join us for
Tech Meets Trades: AI Workshop + Industry Networking
An in-person event designed specifically for the construction industry. This session focuses on simple, practical uses of AI that can help construction professionals save time, reduce manual work, and stay competitive—without technical jargon or prior AI experience.
We’ve identified a real gap in AI knowledge across construction, and this workshop is built to close that gap with hands-on tools you can use immediately.

🔧 What You’ll Gain

Live, hands-on demonstrations of practical AI tools tailored for construction
Simple techniques to save time, reduce repetitive tasks
Structured networking with contractors, subcontractors, project managers, superintendents, estimators, and other industry professionals

📋 What to Expect
Participants are encouraged to bring a laptop and try the tools during the workshop. Following the session, stay for guided industry networking designed to help you build new connections and explore potential partnerships.

👷 Who Should Attend
Anyone involved in or connected to the construction industry who wants to improve efficiency, explore emerging tools, and build meaningful professional relationships.

📍 Location & Registration
Green State Credit Union
2355 Landon Road
North Liberty, IA 52317
🗓 March 25 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
🔗 Register here: https://events.blackthorn.io/6g82hT47/4a4wQrpxaj

Contact Mary Zimmerman, DBE Support Services Program Manager with any questions: maryz@iastate.edu; 515-450-1278

City / County Update Meeting
2026-03-26 11:30 - 13:00 | Hyvee Center – Centennial Park, 1565 St Andrews Dr,, North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
A luncheon featuring updates from local city and county officials on development activity, planning, and policy impacting the building industry.
RSVP: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/pkwxv8k/lp/3e467ca3-07bc-40e7-a3b1-06bdf8a20738

2026 Build My Future
2026-04-28 - 2026-04-29 | Hawkeye Downs – Cedar Rapids, 4601 6th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404
A hands-on career exploration event introducing students to careers in construction and the skilled trades through interactive experiences.

Smoke Off
2026-05-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Urban Acres, 250 Holiday Road, Coralville, IA, 52241
RSVP

Parade of Homes Breakfast
2026-06-05 07:00 - 16:30 | Hyvee Center – Centennial Park, 1565 St Andrews Dr,, North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
A kickoff awards breakfast for members, sponsors, and partners ahead of the Parade of Homes member tour. 7:00 – 8:00 AM
HBA Members Only Tour – Tour the parade homes immediately after the breakfast until 4:30 PM before they open to the public
Sponsored by Hills Bank; RSVP here https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/5k772y2/lp/39f0a991-1e9a-49e4-bbeb-de469c747fe2

2026 Parade of Homes
2026-06-06 10:00 - 2026-06-14 17:00, 2026-06-07 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-09 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-11 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-13 10:00 - 2026-06-21 17:00, 2026-06-14 12:00 - 17:00
A multi-day tour showcasing new and remodeled homes, highlighting the craftsmanship and innovation of local builders and remodelers.

Nail Drivers Open Golf Outing
2026-07-17 08:00 - 16:00 | Saddleback Ridge Golf Course, 4646 180th St NE, Solon, IA, 52333, United States
A popular summer golf outing focused on networking, sponsorship engagement, and industry camaraderie.
Registration opens in April.

HBA Clay Shoot
2026-08-21 12:30 - 17:30 | Highland Hideaway Hunting, 3127 160th St, Riverside, IA, 52327, United States
A fun, team-based sporting clay event offering high-energy networking and sponsorship visibility.
Registration Opens in May

Economic Update
2026-09-22 18:00 - 20:00 | The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, 7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States

Kinnick Stadium Social
2026-10-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Kinnick Stadium Skyboxes/Mediacom Outdoor Club, 825 Stadium Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States

Annual Meeting & Awards
2026-11-05 17:00 - 19:00

Holiday Party
2026-12-03 17:30 - 19:30
