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Island Holiday Activities

Believe it or not, the holidays are right around the corner and that means there’s lots of holiday fun scheduled from Topsail Island all the way down to Kure Beach! If you are planning a trip to come see us this November or December, be sure to schedule some time to take part in a few activities!

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH


What: Wrightsville Beach Turkey Trot

Where: 321 Causeway Drive, Wrightsville Beach, NC; 7 am

When: 11/25

Burn off those pre-Thanksgiving calories with the Wrightsville Beach Turkey Trot. This race includes a 5K timed run or a one-mile walk around the beautiful Wrightsville Beach Loop. There will be prizes, food and fun for everyone this Thanksgiving Day!

What: Enchanted Airlie

Where: 300 Airlie Rd., Wilmington, NC

When: See Dates

Stroll through Airlie Gardens and enjoy over one million festive lights, holiday flowers and musical entertainment with the whole family. This beloved Wilmington event continues to enchant visitors year after year. Online tickets must be purchased in advance. Please check their Website and Social Media for the latest updates.

What: NC Holiday Flotilla at Wrightsville Beach

Where: Wrightsville Beach Parks & Rec, 1 Bob Sawyer Dr., Wrightsville Beach, NC

When: 11/27

Celebrate the holidays coastal-style at the NC Holiday Flotilla. This annual celebration kicks off Friday night with the Tree Lighting ceremony. The event is open to the public. The fun continues Saturday with the Festival in the Park featuring arts and craft vendors, an antique car show, a large play area for children with several inflatables, festival food and more. The Flotilla (lighted boat parade) usually begins Saturday at 6:00 pm and is followed by a spectacular fireworks show. Don’t forget to vote via text for both the “People’s Choice” and “Crowd Favorite” awards once the parade starts

What: Holiday Harbor Cruise

Where: Blockade Runner, 275 Waynick Blvd., Wrightsville Beach, NC

When: 11/28- 12/4

Enjoy the holiday season on the water with a one hour tour on the Carolina Runner. It will be leaving the south dock of the Blockade Runner Beach Resort for a festive cruise. Bring along some holiday cheer and join them for an evening cruise around the sound celebrating the season and viewing the Christmas lights of the “Dock to Deck” lighting contest.

What: 15 Annual Hark the Herald Angels Sing

Where: Blockade Runner, 275 Waynick Blvd., Wrightsville Beach, NC

When: 12/17-18

Celebrate the sounds of the holiday season at the beautiful Blockade Runner Beach Resort as Opera House Theatre Company presents the 15th Annual Hark the Herald Angels Swing Cabaret and Dinner Show. Savor a delicious meal, and an uplifting showcase of exceptional talent performing seasonal favorites. Enjoy cocktails at 6:30 p.m. and a prix fixe dinner at 7:00 p.m.

CAROLINA/KURE BEACH


What: Kure Beach Holiday Market

Where: Kure Beach Ocean Front Park

When: Every Saturday till 11/27

Come enjoy the closest holiday market to the Atlantic Ocean. Get a jump-start on your holiday shopping while supporting local artisans at the Kure Beach Holiday Market. You can enjoy the beautiful ocean view as you browse through items handcrafted by talented artists and crafters as well as a DJ and plenty of food trucks to choose from. Who wouldn’t want to shop oceanfront?

What: Cape Fear Festival of Trees

Where: NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher

When: 11/26–1/3

Enjoy the holiday season on the water with a one hour tour on the Carolina Runner. It will be leaving the south dock of the Blockade Runner Beach Resort for a festive cruise. Bring along some holiday cheer and join them for an evening cruise around the sound celebrating the season and viewing the Christmas lights of the “Dock to Deck” lighting contest.

What: Festival of Lights at Carolina Beach Lake Park

Where: Carolina Beach Lake Park & Carolina Beach Boardwalk

When: 11/26-12/31

Get in the holiday spirit with the Island of Lights as thousands of Christmas lights twinkle around Carolina Beach Lake. Walk the one mile paved trail and view beautiful lighted displays as the perfect way to start your festive holiday season. This is outdoor fun for the whole family.

What: Christmas by the Sea

Where: Carolina Beach – Various Locations

When: 11/27, 12/4, 11 & 18

Enjoy Christmas by the Sea as the Town of Carolina Beach becomes an island of lights with homes and businesses at their festive finest to get you in the holiday spirit. Stroll the famous Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Gazebo decked in sparkling splendor from late November until the New Year. Bask in the holiday glow and special Holiday Happenings scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. along the Boardwalk.

What: Island of Lights Christmas Parade

Where: Atlanta Avenue down Lake Park Boulevard to Federal Point Shopping Center

When: 12/3

Join island residents and visitors of all ages the Friday after Thanksgiving to celebrate the annual evening Christmas Parade. Floats, bands and Santa Claus will be there to add to the festivities of the season and provide a night of family entertainment and holiday cheer.

TOPSAIL ISLAND


What: NTB Gobble Wobble

Where: 2000 New River Inlet Rd., N. Topsail Beach, NC

When: 11/25

NTB Gobble Wobble is a fast and flat, out and back 5k race on the inlet road of North Topsail Beach, NC. All proceeds from this race are donated to a local food pantry project, “Share the Table”. Earn your Thanksgiving meal and join us for some calorie-burning, community building, healthy fun to celebrate the holidays.

What: Topsail Beach Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting

Where: Topsail Beach, NC

When: 11/27

Please join us for our 16th annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting.

What: 2021 Greater Topsail Flotilla & Christmas Market

Where: Soundside Park, 517 Roland Ave. Surf City, NC

When: 12/11

Join us for a day of family fun at the Christmas Market and a flotilla light spectacular! Enjoy outdoor shopping, eating, and Christmas music! Still unsure of where you and yours will be spending the upcoming holidays? We’d love to help you find the perfect spot. Give us a call or shoot us an email today – 910-332-7284 or [email protected].

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