Events

Kure Beach is home to concerts, fishing tournaments, historical re-enactments and other events that are sure to interest you and your family. See our links below for a listing of what is upcoming.

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Saturday, 04/24/2010 - Saturday, 10/09/2010
Carolina Beach Farmer's Market
This will be your opportunity to obtain the freshest, most flavorful and nutritious produce possible. Also look for nurseries, home canners, bakeries, soap makers, artists and musicians at the Market. Call 910.431.8122 or 910.368.9032 for more information.
Carolina Beach Lake Park
S. Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
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Saturday, 10/09/2010 - Sunday, 10/10/2010
Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival, 17th Annual
Always held the second weekend in October, when the weather's warm, the sun is shining and the ocean breezes are fluttering, bring your lawn chairs and family to the Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues and Jazz Festival. Music lovers revel in two days of non-stop jazz and blues on two stages, performed by nationally and regionally recognized musicians. This year's headliner is Leon Russell. Seafood lovers enjoy scrumptious seafood from some of the area's best restaurants. There's plenty of shopping at booths hosted by crafters and local shop owners, a fine arts plaza and a wine tasting. For the kids, there is a special Kidz Zone with inflatable amusements, face painters and much more. Please, no coolers and no pets. Call the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce at 910.458.8434 for more information.
Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area
118 Riverfront Rd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
www.pleasureislandnc.org(get map)

Friday, 10/15/2010 - Sunday, 10/17/2010
Pleasure Island Surf Fishing Challenge
Fishing starts Friday at midnight and ends Sunday at noon. No boats, sound or pier fishing. The awards dinner is Sunday from Noon until 2pm followed by the awards ceremony at Federal Point Shopping Center. Over $12,000 in cash and prizes based on 250 entries. Call Eddie Hardgrove at 910.264.5487 or email surf@fishermanspost.com for more information.
Carolina/Kure Beach & Fort Fisher
On the Beaches
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
www.fishermanspost.com/tournaments/surf-challenge(get map)

Saturday, 10/16/2010
2nd Annual Salty Paws Festival
There will be kid's activities, pet contests, food, music, raffles, educational vendors, and arts & crafts vendors. $5 admission charge - under 10 free. This is a fundraising event for the local animal rescues. For more information contact Jeannie Mantz at 910.520.6810. Rain date Oct 17.
Carolina Beach Lake Park
Lake Park Blvd (Hwy 421)
Carolina Beach, NC 28428
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Wednesday, 10/27/2010 - Thursday, 10/28/2010
Trick or Treat Under the Sea
Families can enjoy thrills and gills in same day. Indoor trick-or-treating, face painting, story-telling, magic shows by No Sleeves Magic Camp and haunted gardens are some of the highlights at this family oriented fun headline the Halloween party at the Aquarium. Look for our spooky divers in the big tank! Admission is $6, children 2yrs and under free. Umbrella strollers only. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Call 910.458.8257 for more information.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
900 Loggerhead Rd
Kure Beach, NC 28449
www.ncaquariums.com(get map)

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