Black Hills Home Show Draws Thousands Seeking Affordable Housing

Annual event features hundreds of exhibitors showcasing options to address housing affordability crisis.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 1:51am

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An abstract, dreamy scene of blurred shapes and muted colors representing people browsing home improvement displays at a crowded indoor convention center.The annual Black Hills Home Show offers a vibrant marketplace for local residents to discover affordable housing solutions and energy-efficient home upgrades.Rapid City Today

The 2026 Black Hills Home Show is drawing thousands of attendees to The Monument in Rapid City, South Dakota this weekend, with more than 400 booths featuring builders, remodelers, designers, and lenders focused on providing affordable housing options for the region.

Why it matters

The Black Hills area has seen rising home prices and a shortage of affordable housing options, making events like the Home Show crucial for connecting local residents with builders and resources to find attainable homes.

The details

The annual home show, hosted by the Black Hills Home Builders Association, is showcasing energy-efficient upgrades, durable materials, and low-maintenance features designed to reduce long-term costs for homebuyers. Exhibitors are also highlighting various financing programs, including the South Dakota First Time Home Buyer initiative, to help cover down payments and closing costs.

  • The 2026 Black Hills Home Show kicked off on Friday, March 28 and runs through Sunday, March 30.

The players

Rachelle White

Executive vice president of the Black Hills Home Builders Association.

Tyler Tribby

Mortgage lender who is participating in the home show.

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What they’re saying

“People who live around this area, they want to find a home that's affordable, and we have a lot of builders that have housing developments that have housing that is ranging from $250,000 to the lower $400,000, so there is opportunity; they're popping up.”

— Rachelle White, Executive vice president, Black Hills Home Builders Association

“There's a lot of great programs out there right now with the South Dakota First Time Home Buyer program, there's some different grants, and loans out there to help cover your down payment, and closing costs.”

— Tyler Tribby, Mortgage lender

What’s next

The Black Hills Home Show will continue on Sunday, March 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Monument in Rapid City.

The takeaway

As home prices continue to rise in the Black Hills region, events like the annual Home Show play a vital role in connecting local residents with affordable housing options, energy-efficient upgrades, and financing assistance to make homeownership more accessible.