Carolina Beach Events

Upcoming events taking place in Carolina Beach,

USA Beach Wrestling Nationals

May 9 2026 - 11:00am to May 10 2026 - 2:00pm

The USA Beach Wrestling Nationals return to Carolina Beach, bringing an exciting blend of wrestling styles like sumo and sand wrestling. Athletes from U17, U20, and Senior Men’s and Women’s divisions across the U.S. will compete for national titles and a chance to qualify for...Read more

Surf Dog Experience

May 16 2026 - 9:30am

Bring your pup to the annual Surf Dog Experience at Carolina Beach—no surfing experience needed—or enjoy watching dogs catch waves in this fun, crowd-favorite event. Equipment is provided (or bring your own), owners can join in the water, and a free shuttle runs from the...Read more

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SeaWitch Café & Tiki Bar Outdoor Music Concert

May 16 2026 - 7:00pm

Enjoy live outdoor concerts at the SeaWitch Café & Tiki Bar, perfectly located between the Carolina Beach Marina and Boardwalk—where you can drink, dine, and dance to upbeat music by the sea. Concert times and cover charges vary by show, are weather dependent, and the...Read more

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Muralfest

May 16 2026 - 10:00am to May 17 2026 - 5:00pm

Experience MuralFest at Carolina Beach on May 16–17 — a vibrant spring weekend where artists transform large plywood canvases at Carolina Beach Lake Park. Enjoy food trucks, live music, and more; the event is free to view, with food and drinks available for purchase and...Read more

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Boardwalk Blast Kickoff

May 22 2026 - 6:30pm

Boardwalk Blast Kickoff starts Carolina Beach’s weekly music and fireworks series, best viewed from the beach in front of the historic Boardwalk. Live music begins at 6:30 PM, followed by fireworks at 9:00 PM — check local channels for updates and 2026 details.Read more

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Carolina Beach Market

May 23 2026 - 8:00am

Spend your Saturday exploring the Carolina Beach Lake Park Market, featuring local vendors, handmade goods, fresh produce, and live music from May through October 3rd. Held from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, it’s a free, family-friendly event with plenty of food and drinks available for purchase.Read more

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Fireworks by the Sea & Boardwalk Blast

May 28 2026 - 6:30pm

Pleasure Island summer officially kicks off with weekly fireworks starting the Friday before Memorial Day and continuing every Thursday evening through the Friday before Labor Day. Head to the beach in front of the Carolina Beach Boardwalk for live music around 6:30 PM followed by...Read more

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40th Annual Carolina Beach Music Festival

Jun 6 2026 - 10:00am to Jun 7 2026 - 6:00pm

Dance barefoot in the sand at one of the longest-running beach music festivals in the U.S., held right on the Carolina Beach shoreline. Enjoy a full day of live beach music Saturday featuring top Southern bands, followed by Reggae Sunday with Tropidelic and Ballyhoo! bringing...Read more

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5Kish Beer Run

Jun 20 2026 - 9:00am

Join us Father’s Day Weekend (Saturday, June 20) for the 11th annual Good Hops “Will Run for Beer” trail race, followed by awards and post-race festivities at the brewery. This fun 5K-ish run/walk through Carolina Beach State Park supports Carolina Beach Elementary School and Friends...Read more

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A 250th: Independence Day Fireworks & Boardwalk Blast

Jul 3 2026 - 6:30pm

Celebrate Independence Day early with a free fireworks display by the sea, featuring live beachside music starting at 6:30 PM before fireworks light up the sky at 9:00 PM. This weather-permitting event is free for spectators—arrive early to claim your beach spot and check the...Read more

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