Events

Kure Beach Holiday Whoobie Whatty

Dec 19 2025 - 6:00pm
Celebrate the holidays at a free Grinch-themed outdoor event in Kure Beach featuring Whoville attire, the announcement of the 2025 Cheermeister, a showing of The Grinch , and festive activities like face painting, crafts, cookie decorating, and photos with the Grinch. Where : Kure Beach...Read more
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Santa By The Sea

Dec 20 2025 - 5:00pm
Experience Santa by the Sea in Carolina Beach, where homes and businesses shine with festive lights and Carolina Beach Lake Park sparkles starting in late November, featuring holiday activities on select evenings for a magical, family-friendly seasonal experience. Events begin at 5pm, weather permitting. Where...Read more
Carolina Beach Events

New Years Eve Bash: Seawitch Café & Tiki Bar

Dec 31 2025 - 6:00pm
Ring in the New Year with a lively celebration featuring a red carpet entrance, a heated decorated tent, a large dance floor, party favors, hats, and a photo booth. Dance all night to the Machine Gun Band, toast midnight with a complimentary champagne glass, and...Read more
Carolina Beach Events

Island of Lights New Year's Eve Celebration

Dec 31 2025 - 9:00pm
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the beach with the Island of Lights New Year’s Eve Celebration—a free, family-friendly event featuring a DJ, dancing, refreshments for purchase, and festive NYE hats and noisemakers. Ring in 2026 with a giant beach ball drop at midnight, followed by...Read more
Kure Beach Events

New Year's Eve Pier Party

Dec 31 2025 - 8:00pm to Jan 1 2026 - 1:00am
Ring in the New Year coastal-style by watching the Carolina Beach fireworks from the Carolina Beach Pier or the decorated indoor High Tide Lounge, open with music and festivities until 1:00 a.m. Where : Carolina Beach Pier.Read more
Carolina Beach Events

Carolina Beach State Park Half Marathon & 5K Run

Jan 3 2026 - 8:00am
Kick off the New Year with the Carolina Beach State Park Half Marathon & 5K, a timed trail race offering 13.1- and 3.1-mile courses through scenic pine forests with water views, varied terrain, and unique prizes for runners of all levels. Where : Carolina Beach...Read more
Carolina Beach Events

St. Patrick's Lo Tide Run 5K Walk/Run & 10K

Mar 14 2026 - 7:00am
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive 5K or 10K run/walk at Carolina Beach Lake Park, now serving as the start and finish line. Participants can dress in Irish-themed costumes (or not) and enjoy a flat, USATF-certified course. The event honors two notable local men...Read more
Carolina Beach Events

Bathing Suit Exhibit

Jan 2 2026 - 9:00am to Aug 31 2026 - 5:00pm
Step back in time with 100 Summers of Style: A Century of Swimwear at Carolina Beach, a vibrant exhibit showcasing the evolution of beach fashion. Explore Elaine Henson’s collection of actual bathing suits—from bloomers to bikinis—alongside vintage swimsuit ads, and learn how world events, like...Read more
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