• Saturday, March 7th 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Southern food experts can put their taste buds to good work at the Annual Step Up For Soldiers Backyard BBQ Cook-off – a yearly event that focuses on a competitive yet fun BBQ competition. Held along the lake at Carolina Beach, this fundraiser is a great way to enjoy a big helping of local eats, an array of great music, and plenty of good times with fellow food fans.

The focal point of the Annual Step Up For Soldiers Backyard BBQ Cook-off is the barbecue competition, and local teams will serve up big samples for patrons who can then vote for their favorites. The tasting gets underway at 11 a.m. while supplies last, and an Awards Ceremony follows in the afternoon at roughly 1 p.m. Along the way, there will be live music provided by The Cut and Idlewild South, The Allman Brothers Band Tribute, as well as a number of arts, craft and food vendors for attendees to explore. With proceeds going to benefit veterans in the local Cape Fear and Wilmington areas, the Annual Step Up For Soldiers Backyard BBQ Cook-off is a great way to discover all the downhome flavors and inherent fun of Carolina Beach while supporting a wonderful local cause.

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Calabash Nautical Gifts & St. Nick Nacks

Calabash Nautical Gifts & St. Nick Nacks

For nearly 40 years, the same corner has been home to a staple in the Calabash community, Callahan’s. Locals and tourists alike are loyal to Callahan’s because of our vast selection of home décor, holiday décor, gifts, and apparel sprawling over 35,000 square feet. Because we are family owned and operated, Callahan’s is not only home to nearly every collectible imaginable but also to our employees, many of whom have been a part of the Callahan’s magic for over a decade and hold our business near and dear to their hearts. We strive to become a part of your family traditions and look forward to bringing you and your loved ones into our enchanting shop for many years to come.