February and March Local Event Highlights
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Sell the Brunswick County offers a vibrant lineup of festivals and events that bring together families and adventure-seekers to savor the area’s local flavors, traditions, and culture. of coastal living.
💥NC First in Freedom Festival
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Date: Friday, February 27 – Saturday, February 28, 2026
Location: Moores Creek National Battlefield, 40 Patriots Hall Dr, Currie, NC
Description: A week-long 250th-anniversary celebration of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge featuring historical commemorations, arts, and cultural activities.
🎭 Mardi Gras By The Sea
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Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Location: Middleton Park Complex, Oak Island NC
PARADE: 11:00 AM • SE 63rd St.
FESTIVAL: NOON – 4:00 PM • Middleton Park Complex
Description: One of the most celebrated And anticipated events in Town returns for 2026, featuring a traditional parade, food vendors, crafters, a kid zone and live music!
🍚 North Carolina Rice Festival
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Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026 (Starts at 10:00 AM)
Location: Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site, 8884 Saint Phillips Rd SE, Winnabow, NC
Description: A heritage festival featuring Gullah Geechee food, history presentations, live entertainment, and cultural demonstrations. A “Pre-Festival Party” is held the night before (March 6) at Brunswick Beer and Cider.
💐 Oak Island Spring Fling
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Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Location: Middleton Park, 102 SE 47th St, Oak Island, NC
Description: A free spring festival featuring live music by Deep Creek Soul, arts and crafts vendors, and food trucks.
🧀🥣 Mac & Cheese Festival
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Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026 (Starts at 12:00 PM)
Location: Leland Brewing Company, 2115 Ale Ave, Leland, NC
Description: A comfort food event featuring multiple food trucks with unique mac & cheese dishes, a petting zoo, and local vendors.
🦪3rd Annual AYCE Oyster Roast
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Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026 (2:00 PM)
Location: Brunswick Beer Xchange, 113 Village Rd NE, Leland, NC
Description: An all-you-can-eat oyster roast with live music and local beer. Tickets are required (approx. $40).
🏢 North Brunswick Business Expo
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Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 (4:00 PM)
Location: Leland Cultural Arts Center, 1212 Magnolia Village Way, Leland, NC
Description: A free community event to connect local businesses and residents, featuring food trucks and raffles.
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