Mardi Gras by the Sea
Oak Island, NCOne of the most celebrated and anticipated events in town returns for 2026 featuring a traditional parade, food vendors, crafters, a "Kids Zone" and live music!
One of the most celebrated and anticipated events in town returns for 2026 featuring a traditional parade, food vendors, crafters, a "Kids Zone" and live music!
Join us for the Festival by the Sea, Holden Beach's annual arts & crafts extravaganza!
The North Carolina Rice Festival welcomes families, history lovers, and visitors to Leland in Brunswick County to celebrate the area’s rich rice-farming heritage and Gullah Geechee culture.
Join us all season long for Market–Fest at the Shallotte Riverwalk! Enjoy local vendors, handmade goods, live music, kids crafts, and themed events throughout the year. From spring to the holidays, it’s the perfect way to shop local and experience the charm of downtown Shallotte.
Spring into the season with the town of Oak Island as we say goodbye to Winter and hello to Spring!
The North Carolina Azalea Festival is Wilmington's annual community celebration and the largest festival of its kind in the state.
Join us all season long for Market–Fest at the Shallotte Riverwalk! Enjoy local vendors, handmade goods, live music, kids crafts, and themed events throughout the year. From spring to the holidays, it’s the perfect way to shop local and experience the charm of downtown Shallotte.
Days at the Docks in Holden Beach is free to the public, with live entertainment, kids inflatables, arts & crafts, and food vendors.
All food vendors and live music are anticipated to be present, with all scheduled festival activities still taking place. The Festival will feature Cooking Demonstrations, Educational Events, Food Trucks, a Craft Market, and live music from the Lockwood River Band.
Join us all season long for Market–Fest at the Shallotte Riverwalk! Enjoy local vendors, handmade goods, live music, kids crafts, and themed events throughout the year. From spring to the holidays, it’s the perfect way to shop local and experience the charm of downtown Shallotte.
Located at the Historic Little River Waterfront, the world-famous Blue Crab Festival is one of the largest festivals in the Southeast. Bring family and friends to enjoy fresh local seafood from waterfront restaurants or grab your favorite festival fare. Enjoy scenic views, live beach music, and shop for unique souvenirs and gifts from local crafters.
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