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North Carolina 4th of July Festival
June 28th, 2026 - July 4th, 2026 -
NC 4th of July Festival Beach Day
July 1st, 2026 -
Poplar Grove Open Air Market
July 1st, 2026 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
With more than four centuries of history, it’s understandable that some of Wilmington’s rich past lingers on, and visitors with a darker side can get face-to-face with some of these ghoulish legends via an entertaining and spine-tingling...
Located just a few blocks from the beach, this duplex offers a convenient perch for appreciating surf and sand. After afternoons spent calming in the sun, venture about a mile to reach Carolina Beach Boardwalk where you'll find ample dining options...
- Carolina Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Welcome to the newly renovated Dry Dock Inn, your perfect Carolina Beach retreat. Just steps from the sand and boardwalk, our inn combines modern updates with coastal charm for an unforgettable stay. From effortlessly comfortable individual rooms to...
This charming marsh and Intracoastal Waterway property is everything you need for a peaceful vacation. With two levels of marsh-side decking and a freshly added private dock, you can rock your cares away and savor all the island vistas and breezes...
- Holden Beach
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...
Vacationers can enjoy a world of on-the-water fun through the accommodating and centrally located Blockade Runner Soundside Rentals. Situated on the edge of the popular Blockade Runner Beach Resort, and close to both the wide waters of the Banks...
Oak Island visitors will find plenty of water in every direction to explore, and new adventures can start with a visit to the centrally located Blue Planet Watersports. Found just inland of the Oak Island shoreline, this all-encompassing watersports...
For nearly 20 years, Kayak Carolina has been the Carolina Beach go-to for fun adventures within the miles of open waters that surround the Cape Fear area. Located close to a number of cool sites, including Zeke's Island, Shark's Tooth Island...
Enjoy a guided tour of all the canals throughout the Intracoastal Waterway that can’t be accessed by boat, or plot out your own course via a kayak or stand-up paddle board (SUP) with a rental or excursion from Long Beach Paddle Company. This...
Though seemingly always hopping with activity, Wilmington has a surprising number of rugged and undeveloped paddling trails throughout the Cape Fear area, and newcomers can explore all these hidden gems with a kayaking adventure tour that’s...
Visitors who are camping or exploring the expansive Carolina Beach State Park don’t have to venture too far to enjoy a stellar tour of the Cape Fear River, Snow’s Cut, and all the scenic marshes in between thanks to the on-site kayak and...
You can find everything under the sun for a fantastic vacation along the Carolina coastline with a visit to Carolina Beach’s own Pleasure Island Rentals. Located in the heart of the action and easy to reach for visitors all along the...
Sunset Beach, Ocean Isle Beach and even Holden Beach vacationers can embark on a detailed exploration of all the wild on-the-water regions that the Cape Fear area is known for with an adventure that’s launched with Summertide Adventure Tours...
The Adventure Kayak Company allows visitors to explore both the wilds of the Cape Fear environment as well as the heart of the Downtown Southport region through bike tours, kayak tours, and rentals that allow patrons to explore the cool adjacent...
Visitors who love kayaking but who are looking for a more in-depth local adventure will feel right at home with the services provided by The Expedition Organization. With a motto of “Out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary,&rdquo...
There’s nothing like a customized boat tour that meets your party’s expectations and then some, and Windy Point Nautical Adventures is here to serve Holden Beach vacationers with a wide range of adventures on the water. From self-guided...
Join the watersports craze that’s spreading like wildfire along the East Coast, or sign up for a family-friendly paddling adventure that offers new and unique glimpses into the Wrightsville Beach scene with an adventure that’s...