There’s a real difference between reading about a home builder and standing inside their work. You can study the photos, compare the spec sheets, and read every review, but nothing tells you what you need to know quite like walking through a finished home, running your hand along the cabinetry, and feeling how the light moves through the rooms. That’s exactly what the Brunswick County Parade of Homes offers, and it’s why we’d love for you to come see the Liberty Homes’ custom craftsmanship in person.
Whether you’re just beginning to imagine a custom home on the coast or you’re ready to break ground, the Parade is one of the best weekends you can spend. Here’s what it is, what to look for while you’re there, and what you’ll find waiting inside a floor plan by Liberty Homes.
What the Parade of Homes Is and Why It Matters
The Parade of Homes is a showcase of the finest new homes in the area, presented by the local home builders association and open to the public. Builders open their model homes so you can tour them at your own pace, see current design trends and craftsmanship up close, and compare the work of different builders side by side. The homes are typically judged by industry professionals, so the event doubles as a quality benchmark, not just an open house.
Why does that matter to you? Because a custom home is one of the largest and most personal investments you’ll ever make, and it deserves more than a brochure. The Parade lets you judge quality with your own eyes and hands, in real rooms, instead of trusting a rendering. You can notice the details that photographs flatten, ask questions of the people who actually build the homes, and get a genuine feel for which builder’s work resonates with you. For a decision this big, that firsthand perspective is priceless.
It’s also simply a wonderful way to spend a day. This year’s Parade runs October 16 through 18 and October 23 through 25, 2026, from noon to 5 p.m., with dozens of homes open across Brunswick County, from Leland to Southport, Supply, and Calabash. There’s no pressure, just open doors, real craftsmanship, and the chance to gather ideas for the home you might one day build. Come with a notebook, bring the people who will live there with you, and let yourself imagine.
See Liberty Homes’ Craftsmanship in Person
Photos can only carry so much. They can’t convey the weight of a well-made door, the crispness of hand-fitted trim, the way a coffered ceiling changes the feel of a room, or the quiet quality of cabinetry built by hand. Those are the things you notice the moment you step into a Liberty home, and they’re exactly why we love the Parade.
When you tour our entry, take your time. Look closely at the finish work, open the cabinets and drawers, stand in the kitchen and imagine a slow morning there, step onto the screened porch and picture the evenings. Our cabinetry is hand-made locally by Hollingsworth Cabinets in Wilmington, NC. Our trim and ceiling details are done with real care, and the flow of the home is designed for the way people actually live. Bring your questions, too. Our team is on hand to talk through anything, from what comes standard to how the whole process works, and you’re always welcome to browse more of our work in our photo gallery before or after your visit.
The Copperwynd
This year we’re proud to feature two homes in the 2026 Brunswick County Parade of Homes, both open to the public. Here’s a look at each, and we hope you’ll come walk through them yourself.
Set in Brunswick Forest, the Copperwynd pairs a striking exterior of dormers, brick accents, and metal roof details with open-concept living beneath soaring ceilings. The chef’s kitchen is built for gathering, with an oversized island, a buffet, and a walk-in pantry, flowing into a spacious dining room and a sunroom wrapped in glass under a beamed, vaulted ceiling. A private first-floor owner’s suite keeps daily life on the main level, a flexible second floor adapts to your needs, and a wraparound TimberTech deck extends the living space out over the homesite. At nearly 4,000 square feet, it’s a showcase of what fully custom can be. You can view the Copperwynd listing and virtual tour for photos and details.
The Brinkley
The Brinkley makes a striking first impression, with an architectural exterior of dormers, mixed materials, and a covered entryway that opens into a bright, airy, open-concept design. A private first-floor owner’s suite anchors the main level, joined by two guest rooms with a bath and a charming first-floor study lined with built-ins, so nearly everything you need lives on one floor. The showpiece is a glass-enclosed lanai with its own fireplace and tiled floor, a room made for the coast’s long, mild evenings. You can view the Brinkley listing and virtual tour to see it before you go.
Why Should I Build With Liberty Homes?
Beyond these two homes, it helps to know what defines a Liberty home in general. Start with the details that make a house feel like a forever home: a first-floor primary suite, oversized pantries and laundry rooms, and the kind of thoughtful storage most builders overlook. Look up, and you’ll often see vaulted or coffered ceilings made possible by the stick-framed roofs we build on site instead of dropping in factory trusses. Step outside to a porch or lanai built for the coast.
Underneath the beauty is a home engineered for where it stands, with wind-rated windows and a structure detailed for coastal conditions. And because every buyer is different, our homes come in two collections: the semi-custom Blue Star Collection for those who want a proven plan with curated choices, and the fully custom Patriot Collection for those who want complete design freedom. Every finish, from flooring to fixtures, is chosen in our Design Center with the help of a professional designer.
There’s a lot you can’t see on a tour, too, and it’s worth asking about. Every Liberty home is backed by a process built on communication: dedicated project managers, a secure homeowner portal, weekly photo and video updates, and a 360-degree walkthrough we capture before the drywall goes up, so the quality behind the walls is documented for good. The home you tour at the Parade is the finished picture, and you can read what our clients say about the journey in our client reviews. The way we get there is just as much a part of what you’re choosing.
How to Tour a Liberty Home or Start Your Own Build
Ready to see for yourself? We’d love to have you visit us during the 2026 Brunswick County Parade of Homes, held October 16 through 18 and October 23 through 25 from noon to 5 p.m. Both of our featured homes, the Brinkley and the Copperwynd, are open to the public, so you can walk through at your own pace and ask us anything at all. And if those dates don’t line up with your schedule, that’s no problem. You’re welcome to tour a Liberty model or available home any time.
From there, the possibilities open up. Explore the communities we build in across coastal North Carolina. Already have a lot, or thinking about buying one? We’re a build-on-your-lot builder, and we can even review a property against your floor plan before you commit, just to make sure it fits. Whenever you’re ready, schedule a private tour or reach out to our team, and we’ll help you take the first step toward the home you’ve always pictured on the coast.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Parade of Homes
When is the 2026 Brunswick County Parade of Homes?
The 2026 Brunswick County Parade of Homes runs on two weekends, October 16 to 18 and October 23 to 25, from noon to 5 p.m. each day. It is organized by the Brunswick County Home Builders Association, and dozens of homes across the county are open to tour, including two Liberty Homes entries, the Brinkley and the Copperwynd.
Where is the Parade of Homes held?
Homes on the Parade are spread across Brunswick County, from Leland to Southport, Supply, and Calabash, near Wilmington, North Carolina. You can tour them at your own pace using the event map, either in person or through the online virtual tours.
Which Liberty Homes are in the 2026 Parade?
Liberty Homes features two homes open to the public: the Brinkley in Leland, a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home of about 3,213 square feet with a glass-enclosed lanai, and the Copperwynd in Brunswick Forest, a 4-bedroom, 3-bath home of nearly 3,962 square feet with a chef’s kitchen and a wraparound deck.
How can I tour a Liberty Homes model or custom home?
You can visit the Brinkley or Copperwynd during the Parade of Homes, or schedule a private tour of a model or available home any time. Reach out to the Liberty team and they will help you set up a visit that fits your schedule.
Does Liberty Homes build custom or semi-custom homes?
Both. The Blue Star Collection offers semi-custom homes with proven plans and curated choices, while the Patriot Collection offers fully custom homes with complete design freedom. Either way, you personalize your selections in the Liberty Design Center.
Does Liberty Homes build on your own lot?
Yes. Liberty Homes is a build-on-your-lot builder, so you can build on a homesite you already own. Liberty also offers a preliminary plot review to confirm your chosen floor plan fits the lot before you commit.