May 4
Downtown Morehead City, Inc. is excited to host our third annual Kentucky Derby inspired pub crawl - the "Downtown Derby Darty!" Sponsored by Shortway Brewing Co., the crawl will feature 14 stops. Enjoy Derby-themed drink specials, appetizers, and lots of photo opportunities.
The annual Business After Hours Expo, presented by Duke Energy, is coming to the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City Thursday, April 25th 4:00-7:30
Meet and greet with 65 exhibitors, take part in speed networking sessions, buy in to the 50/50 cash drawing, and enjoy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine as you work the room.
Entry is $5 at the door - cash or credit.
April 27, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm - Gates open at 10:00am
Event Location: SALTY PIRATE WATER PARK, Emerald Isle, NC
Our office will be open and we will be serving some tasty chowder & a cheer!
The Embers Round Up Alive at 5!
Please join us for our FINAL Alive at Five concert of the year, featuring The Embers!
Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 12, and join us for a free concert in Jaycee Park as The Embers help us dance the night away! Bring a lawn chair and some good company to enjoy live music by the beautiful Morehead City waterfront.
Saturday, October 14th - Sunday, October 15th
If you’re a southern seafood fan, then you’re going to love the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. This two-day affair features a wealth of ways to enjoy this local crystal coast staple, as well as plenty of games and activities that celebrate the food, flavor, and all around fun of the heart of Swansboro and the North Carolina coastline.
Mullet is a popular catch in the waters that surround Swansboro and the Crystal Coast, and during this weekend festival, visitors can enjoy this tasty staple in a wide array of ways. Local cooks and vendors will have plenty of mullet that’s fried, broiled, grilled, stewed, smoked, and more, and patrons will want to eat their fill and try out new recipes to celebrate the occasion. In addition to the focus on mullet, the Mullet Festival of Swansboro also features a special kids’ area with activities, inflatables, and a special “mullet toss,” a street carnival with rides and games, arts and craft vendors, and much more. With so many ways to have fun, (and free entry for everyone who wants to come and celebrate), the Mullet Festival of Swansboro is a great local way to dive into the flavor of the Crystal Coast.
Mark your calendar for Friday, June 23 at 5:00 for a free concert in Jaycee Park in the beautiful downtown Morehead City waterfront as Bounce Party Band helps us dance the night away! Bring a lawn chair and some good company to enjoy live music by the beautiful Morehead City waterfront.
This concert is brought to you by the Arts Council of Carteret County, Cheryl Mansfield with Edward Jones, as well as our series sponsors - HomeFront Reality Services, Shortway Brewing Co., and Moore's Old Tyme Barbeque. Thank you to our sponsors for making these events possible!
Celebration on the Sound 2023
Enjoy a night of country music featuring national artists Chayce Beckham and Conner Smith with local acts Bryan Mayer and Jake Sutton!
Carteret Community College Foundation is partnering with WRNS to host the 2nd Annual WRNS Celebration on the Sound on May 13 from 6-10:30 p.m.!
The concert will take place at Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell Street.
Parking Lots open at 3 p.m. with gates opening at 5 p.m. Musical artists will perform from 6 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. Food trucks will be on site. Beer, soda and water will also be available for purchase.
A family-friendly 10K, 5K and Fun Run on one of North Carolina’s most beautiful islands — Harkers Island.
DATE: APRIL 1, 2023 | TYPE: RUN OR RUN/WALK
May 06, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Portside Marina Ship Store, 209 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557, USA
The Kentucky Derby comes to downtown Morehead City again in 2023!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 6th from 3:00-7:00pm to participate in the Downtown Derby Party. Check in will be held from 2:00-4:00pm at the Portside Marina Ship Store.
Join Downtown Morehead City, Inc. for a fun-filled day of eating, drinking, and anticipating the Run for the Roses! The pub crawl will feature 10+ stops at local downtown bars and restaurants, offering Derby-themed food and drink specials to enjoy with your crew. Tickets will go on sale on Monday, April 3rd at 12:00 noon.
America’s Boating Course: become a better boater! Hands on training March 31st - April 1st at the Carteret County Community College.
Presented By :NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Dates:11/4/2022, 11/11/2022
On the Beach, Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512
(252) 247-4003
Price:$25 nonmember / $22.50 aquarium member
Time:8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Enjoy some time with an aquarium naturalist as you soak some bait and wait for the big one to bite. Instruction, bait, gear and fishing license provided by the aquarium. Participants must register online and provide their own transportation to fishing location.
The Friends of Fort Macon Concert Series kicks-off on Friday, May 27th at 6:30pm with Heart Stop!!
A huge thank you to Parker Buick-GMC Parker Honda for sponsoring our concerts this summer!!
• Free Admission.
• Bring a chair, picnic basket & a smile!
• No alcohol or pets. Service Animals always welcomed.
For more activities and a full list of events, use the QR code below to visit www.friendsoffortmacon.org!
The Baran Properties team has enjoyed many of these concerts over the years. The concerts are family friendly and a great way to enjoy the park. We highly recommend !
The Olde Beaufort Farmers’ Market is open and ready for business! Every Saturday morning from 9 until 1 you will find an amazing variety of fresh locally grown veggies, pasture-raised chicken, duck, goose, beef, and pork meats along with smoked fish and farm-raised oysters. There will also be delicious homemade baked goods and ready to eat food along with spectacular art and craft work from skilled local artisans. The market is diverse, bountiful, and friendly. Come make friends with our vendors, enjoy a beautiful spring morning outside on the courthouse grounds, and get your weekend started with a smile! Find your happy place on the courthouse grounds under the old live oaks where no one is a stranger.
