Calendar of Events

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 TO Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Sea Notes Choral Society Spring Concert: "All About Love"

Friday, March 19, 2010 TO Friday, March 19, 2010
Hatch Auditorium at NC Baptist Assembly
Diane Kulp will direct this selection of music - love of God, Country & romantic love. Jane Boberg will perform as principal accompanist. Admission to this event is free, but donations are accepted.

Brunswick Islands Home & Garden Show

Saturday, March 20, 2010 TO Sunday, March 21, 2010
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
The Brunswick Islands Home & Garden Show welcomes spring to North Carolina, featuring a variety of products and services for the home and garden including landscaping, gardening, pools and spas, windows, outdoor grills, home decor, utilities, real estate and financial services and more.

Southport Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 20, 2010 TO Saturday, March 20, 2010
Southport Parks & Recreation Department
The Easter Egg Hunt will be held for children 6 to 13 years of age at 10:00 a.m. in Franklin Square Park.

The Easter Egg Hunt for children 5 years of age and under will be held at 10:45 a.m. on the Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn.

Admission to both events is free.

Southern Cape Fear Coast Bridal Showcase

Sunday, March 21, 2010 TO Sunday, March 21, 2010
Southport Community Building
Representatives from catering firms, reception venues, entertainment consultants, florists, photographers, jewelers, and more will be on hand to assist in preparation for your perfect wedding in the Southern Cape Fear Coast.

Event of Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce and in cooperation with the City of Southport Department of Tourism. Sponsored by Bald Head Island Limited.

Sea Notes Choral Society Spring Concert: "All About Love"

Sunday, March 21, 2010 TO Sunday, March 21, 2010
Hatch Auditorium at NC Baptist Assembly
Diane Kulp will direct this selection of music - love of God, Country & romantic love. Jane Boberg will perform as principal accompanist. Admission to this event is free, but donations are accepted.

Sea Notes Choral Society Spring Concert: "All About Love"

Sunday, March 28, 2010 TO Sunday, March 28, 2010
Hatch Auditorium at NC Baptist Assembly
Diane Kulp will direct this selection of music - love of God, Country & romantic love. Jane Boberg will perform as principal accompanist. Admission to this event is free, but donations are accepted.

Bald Head Island Easter Celebrations

Friday, April 02, 2010 TO Sunday, April 04, 2010
Bald Head Island
Events include a cook-out for the whole family at the Harbourside Pavilion, Easter egg hunt, brunch at the Shoals Club and an Island-wide Parade of Homes hosted by The Island Agency.

Southport Spring Festival

Friday, April 02, 2010 TO Saturday, April 03, 2010
Franklin Square Park
Hand crafted items, food vendors, plant sales, children games, chili cookoff and entertainment. Festival hours will be 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday.

This free event is sponsored and Organized by Downtown Southport Inc. and the Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis Club, serving the youth and children of Brunswick County one child at a time.

Sunrise Easter Service

Sunday, April 04, 2010 TO Sunday, April 04, 2010
NC Baptist Assembly / Fort Caswell
The Sunrise Easter Service begins at 6:15 a.m. No parking will be allowed prior to 5:45 a.m.

Brunswick County Gator Senior Games & Silver Arts

Wednesday, April 07, 2010 TO Friday, May 14, 2010
Brunswick County Parks & Recreation Department
Registration Deadline is March 12th. Pick up registration packets at the Brunswick County Government Center.

Entry fee includes: Senior Games T-shirt, new friends, lots of fun, friendly competition, Opening Ceremonies, lunch and Gator Pride.

Sponsors: Brunswick Senior Resources, Brunswick County Parks & Recreation Department, Brunswick Community College.

Oak Island Lighthouse 5K & 10K Run/Walk

Saturday, April 17, 2010 TO Saturday, April 17, 2010
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
10K route over the Oak Island Bridge through tree lined streets on Oak Island past the beachfront and Oak Island Lighthouse ending at the NC Baptist Assembly in Fort Caswell. 5K route begins near Caswell Beach Town Hall and travels the beachfront past the Oak Island Lighthouse ending at the NC Baptist Assembly, Fort Caswell.

Admission Fees: $20 per person, $10 military/law enforcement on entries postmarked by March 21st. $25 per person, $15 military/law enforcement after March 21st. T-shirt or tank included with the first 500 entries.

Oak Island Beach Preservation Wine Tasting

Saturday, April 17, 2010 TO Saturday, April 17, 2010
Island Way Restaurant
Taste assorted wines. Enjoy them with tasty Island Way horsd'oeuvres, as well as deli foods, fruit, and fresh baked bread from local sponsors.

Bid on and win a silent auction item. Find out the winner of the Beach Preservationist of the Year award. Meet local officials and Beach Preservation Society members and discuss current issues and preservation of our beach.

Proceeds benefit Oak Island Beach Preservation Trust Fund. Admission fee to be announced. Tickets limited to first 175 people.

Great Bear Trio

Sunday, April 18, 2010 TO Sunday, April 18, 2010
Southport Community Building
This free music performance event is organized and sponsored by City of Southport Department of Tourism.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 TO Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Days at the Docks

Saturday, April 24, 2010 TO Sunday, April 25, 2010
Under the Holden Beach Bridge
Over 50 arts and crafts vendors, food, live entertainment and the famous "Bopple" race on Sunday at around 3:00pm. The Holden Beach Mayor and Commissioners toss the "bopples" from atop the bridge. If your bopple is 1st or 2nd, you win a prize! Admission is free to the event.

Island Resort Pet Festival

Saturday, April 24, 2010 TO Saturday, April 24, 2010
Island Resort & Inn
All guests of the Island Resort and all pets adopted through Brunswick County Adoption Agencies are invited. Canine Challenge(soccer tournament, treasure hunt, relay races, high jump, trick contest, frisbee, agility).

Canine Fair (Zeelegoo's pet boutique, Bobbing for treats, t-shirts, popcorn, kibble gumball machine, snow cones, ice cream, pup-sicles, free dog treat recipe books, pup art and more. K-9 Police Demonstration. Free hot dogs on the grill. Friday night Beach Walk, relay races, puppy adoption, puppy pools.

Admission to this event is free. Proceeds Benefit the Brunswick County Area Animal Shelter.

WAIT - Women Anglers In Training

Saturday, May 01, 2010 TO Sunday, May 02, 2010
Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department
For you ladies who want to learn more about saltwater fishing and don't want to be bothered by your husband or boyfriend, the Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department have just the thing. The Women Anglers in Training Program, or WAIT for short, is a two day fishing seminar, May 1st and 2nd, just for the ladies.

The WAIT is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, at Oak Island. Saturday will be a day of hands-on classroom instruction at the Oak Island Recreation Department and Sunday will be a fishing excursion to Oak Island Pier or out with a local captain for practicing Saturday's lessons and some on-the-job experience.

The sessions on Saturday will include beginner and advanced topics such as: Introduction to Tackle, Terms, and Technology, Basic Knots, Flounder Fishing, Speckled Trout Fishing, Red Drum Fishing, Surf Fishing, Nearshore Trolling, Live Bait Slow Trolling, Throwing Cast Nets, and much more!

Some serious fishermen and fisherwomen have agreed to share their vast knowledge during the weekend. The instructors will be led by Oak Island resident, Capt. Jerry Dilsaver, who is the 2001 SKA National Champion, 1998 USAA Angler of the Year, plus a Staff Writer at North Carolina Sportsman Magazine. Capt. Vanessa Martin, of Nauti Girls Charter in Oak Island, is one of the few licensed female guide in the area and very few statewide. And many more super informative captains!

There are two WAIT options:

Option One-$49.00
Day of instruction and day of fun at Oak Island Pier.

Option Two-$109.00
Day of instruction and fishing trip with local captain. Spaces are very limited.

Both options include lunch both days, participant goodie bag, and drawing for many door prizes. Registration is required for this event.

Ibis Fest

Friday, May 14, 2010 TO Saturday, May 15, 2010
Trinity United Methodist Church
A festival to promote nature-based tourism and celebrate the unique ecology of the lower Cape Fear River area through guided field trips on boats, kayaks and walking. There will also be workshops, exhibits, noted speakers and more covering topics of birding, nature writing, photography, native plants and invasive species.

Fees and reservation requirements vary for this event, which is presented by The Cape Fear Audubon Society and The City of Southport Department of Tourism.

March of Dimes March for Babies

Saturday, May 15, 2010 TO Saturday, May 15, 2010
Brunswick County Parks & Recreation Department
March for Babies is the March of Dimes' premier fundraising event. More than 200 walkers, representing 40+ local businesses with a goal of raising over $50,000.

Registration for the event is at 9:30 a.m. and the walk begins at 10:15 a.m.

Ride the Tide Kayak Float

Saturday, May 15, 2010 TO Saturday, May 15, 2010
Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department
Join Oak Island Parks & Recreation and The Adventure Company as they "Ride The Tide" on the Davis canal. There will be a kayak float and race from the Recreation Center to Blue Water Marina on an outgoing tide. There will be various age group awards, costume contest, and a poker run. Kayak rentals available. First 50 paddlers get a t-shirt. Volunteers are also needed.

All-Choir Festival II: "Raising Our Voices in Song So That The Hungry May Be Fed"

Sunday, May 16, 2010 TO Sunday, May 16, 2010
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Benefit Concert For the Food Pantry. This event is sponsored by the Southport-Oak Island Inter-Church Fellowship. Admission is free; donations will be accepted.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, May 18, 2010 TO Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Downtown Southport Waterfront Market

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 TO Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
The Downtown Southport Waterfront Market features a variety of produce, hand baked food items, local crafters and entertainment.

Southport Memorial Day Ceremony

Monday, May 31, 2010 TO Monday, May 31, 2010
Southport Community Building
Memorial Day ceremony honoring armed forces. Hot home-made apple pie & ice cream. Admission to this event is free. Sponsored and organized by Southport Jr. Women's Club and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Bald Head Island Annual Fishing Rodeo

Thursday, June 03, 2010 TO Saturday, June 05, 2010
Bald Head Island Marina
Fishing Tournament for wahoo, dolphin and tuna, as well as a catch-and-release billfish category.

Southport "Movie Memories" Trolly Tour

Sunday, June 06, 2010
Throughout Downtown Southport
Trolly tour of various filming locations and behind the scene stories.

Summer Sundays

Sunday, June 06, 2010 TO Sunday, June 06, 2010
Keziah Park
Summer Musical (Vocal, Instrumental)Entertainment. Every Sunday through Labor Day Weekend except July 4th.

Admission is free to this event of City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Southport Waterfront Movies: "Jaws"

Friday, June 11, 2010 TO Friday, June 11, 2010
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
The Southport Waterfront Movie for tonight is "Jaws". Bring a blanket or chair. This event is free and is co-sponsored by the City of Southport Department of Tourism and Downtown Southport, Inc.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, June 15, 2010 TO Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

North Carolina 4th of July Festival

Thursday, July 01, 2010 TO Monday, July 05, 2010
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
Arts, crafts, parade, 5K run, food, entertainment, children's games, naturalization ceremony and more. Most events are free.

July 1 is Beach Day. Events held on July 3, 4 and 5 will be in downtown Southport. Because July 4th is on a Sunday in 2010, the parade and fireworks will be held on Monday, July 5th.

32nd Annual NC 4th of July Festival Freedom Run

Saturday, July 03, 2010 TO Saturday, July 03, 2010
Southport Waterfront Park
5K Freedom Run/Walk & 1 mile Freedom Run/Walk. Shirt Pickup & Registration will take place on Friday, June 26th from 6pm-8pm & Saturday, June 27th from 6:15am-7:55am on race day.

Southport Waterfront Movies

Friday, July 09, 2010 TO Friday, July 09, 2010
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Bring a blanket or chair to the Southport Waterfront Movie. This event is free and is co-sponsored by the City of Southport Department of Tourism and Downtown Southport, Inc.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, July 20, 2010 TO Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Bald Head Island Pirate Weekend

Friday, August 06, 2010 TO Sunday, August 08, 2010
Bald Head Island
Celebrate National Lighthouse Day with a weekend full of pirate fun for all ages! Events include a pirate "invasion", live entertainment, games, magicians and pirate school for the kiddies.

Hosted by the Old Baldy Foundation.

Southport Waterfront Movies

Friday, August 13, 2010 TO Friday, August 13, 2010
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Bring a blanket or chair to the Southport Waterfront Movie. This event is free and is co-sponsored by the City of Southport Department of Tourism and Downtown Southport, Inc.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, August 17, 2010 TO Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Labor Day Weekend & Beach Music Extravaganza

Friday, September 03, 2010 TO Monday, September 06, 2010
Bald Head Island Limited
Come dance the weekend away with Bald Head Island's signature beach music bash! Weekend events include the Coastal Carolina Beach Party, Texas Bar-B-Q, annual Labor Day Party at the Shoals Club, island-wide Parade of Homes hosted by The Island Agency, picnics and much more.

Annual Oak Island Surf-Off

Saturday, September 04, 2010 TO Saturday, September 04, 2010
Surfer's Restaurant
The contest welcomes surfers and body-board riders of all ages and skill levels, from 8 years of age and older, with divisions for men, women, boys and girls. Division winners will be awarded fantastic prizes and keepsake trophies. The annual raffle is always a popular event.

Children's Crab Derby

Saturday, September 04, 2010 TO Saturday, September 04, 2010
Old Yacht Basin
Registration is at 8:30 a.m. for this event, open to 14 years old and under only. There will be a free t-shirt while they last. Bring your own crab line & chicken neck. Admission to this event is free.

19th Annual Labor Day Art & Craft Fair

Saturday, September 04, 2010 TO Saturday, September 04, 2010
Middleton Park Extension Soccer Field
The 19th Annual Labor Day weekend festival is a celebration of local and regional artists and craftspeople who display and sell their handmade goods within sight of the ocean. Proceeds from the festival are used toward scholarships for local high school students. Food will be sold at this free event.

Rain Date is set for Sunday, September 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Southport Waterfront Movies

Friday, September 10, 2010 TO Friday, September 10, 2010
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Bring a blanket or chair to the Southport Waterfront Movie. This event is free and is co-sponsored by the City of Southport Department of Tourism and Downtown Southport, Inc.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 TO Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

North Carolina Wine & Food Weekend

Friday, September 24, 2010 TO Sunday, September 26, 2010
Bald Head Island Limited
Celebrate North Carolina Grape Appreciation Month by enjoying the best of NC wine and food offerings. Weekend events include wine tastings, a wine dinner and a sparkling wine brunch. Weekend Packages Available.

Annual U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament

Thursday, September 30, 2010 TO Saturday, October 02, 2010
Southport Marina
Over $100,000 in prizes. Guaranteed Prize structure. Entertainment, Food, Fishing Tournament. Fee Charged to enter. The public is welcome and spectators receive free admission. Food,Beverages & Entertainment Saturday.

Annual Street of Shops - Fall Craft Bonanza

Saturday, October 02, 2010 TO Saturday, October 02, 2010
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
This fall bazaar benefits both in and out-reach programs, offers a wide range of hand made goods such as decorations, wood crafts, wreaths, elegant and practical gifts, hand-painted treasures, needlework, toys and baby items. Bake Sale, raffle and light lunch available.

This is an event of St. Philips Episcopal Church and Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Captain Charlie's Kid's Fishing Tournament

Saturday, October 02, 2010 TO Saturday, October 02, 2010
Southport Waterfront Pier
Registration is at 8:30 a.m. for this event that is open to kids 16 years of age and under only. Participants 16 years of age are required to hold a valid NC Fishing Permit. Free t-shirt and food while they last. Bring one fishing rod and bait.

This free event is co-sponsored by: Southport Parks & Recreation and the Southport Lions Club.

Southport Waterfront Movies

Friday, October 08, 2010 TO Friday, October 08, 2010
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Bring a blanket or chair to the Southport Waterfront Movie. This event is free and is co-sponsored by the City of Southport Department of Tourism and Downtown Southport, Inc.

30th Annual North Carolina Oyster Festival

Saturday, October 16, 2010 TO Sunday, October 17, 2010
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Each year, the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce hosts more than 30,000 people at the annual North Carolina Oyster Festival. 2010 marks the 30th Anniversary of the event, which will feature live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, festival food, a road race, a kid's area, North Carolina Oyster Shucking Championships and an Oyster Stew Cook-Off.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, October 19, 2010 TO Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Oktoberfest & Hallowwen Weekend

Friday, October 29, 2010 TO Sunday, October 31, 2010
Bald Head Island Limited
Enjoy two holidays in one during Bald Head Island's Oktoberfest and Halloween celebration. Adults will enjoy classic German food, beer and music while kids of all ages will love the island-wide trick-or-treat event and other spooky Halloween activities. Island-wide Parade of Homes hosted by The Island Agency.

Pyrate Fest

Friday, October 29, 2010 TO Saturday, October 30, 2010
Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn
Pirate invasion, weapons demonstration, kids activities, costume contest and trial of Stede Bonnett.

This free event is sponsored by Downtown Southport Inc. and the City of Southport.

Maritime Classic Road Race

Saturday, November 06, 2010
Bald Head Island Limited
5K run on Bald Head Island.

Artisans Holiday Boutique

Thursday, November 11, 2010 TO Friday, November 12, 2010
Southport Community Building
This free event features fine arts and fine crafts by local artists at reasonable prices. Mastercard & Visa are accepted.

NC Maritime Museum at Southport Program

Tuesday, November 16, 2010 TO Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Southport Community Building
Registration is required at this event, which is sponsored by NC Maritime Museum at Southport and the City of Southport Department of Tourism.

Christmas By The Sea Festival

Friday, December 03, 2010 TO Saturday, December 18, 2010
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
Home tours, entertainment, parades, concerts, flotilla, and more. Admission fees to Festival events vary; some events are free.

Christmas by the Sea Festival Parade

Saturday, December 04, 2010 TO Saturday, December 04, 2010
Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce
The Christmas by the Sea Festival Parade runs in Oak Island, on Oak Island Drive from Oak Island Town Hall on 46th Street to McGlamery Street.

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