July 26 to August 21, 2021 Every Monday thru Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM Franklin Square Gallery hosts the Summer Regional Show, a juried show presented by the Associated Artists of Southport. Artists from all over the region submit two-dimensional or three-dimensional artwork from which only the best work is...more about Associated Artists of Southport Summer Regional Show
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Fridays - Supported by a grant from the Brunswick Arts Council and sponsored by the Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Department and the Town of Oak Island, this outdoor concert series features live entertainment at the Middleton Park Soccer Field from May through September. Concerts are held on Fridays starting at...more about Brunswick County Free Concert and Movie Series (Oak Island)
Tuesdays - Supported by a grant from the Brunswick Arts Council and sponsored by the Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Department and the Southport Parks and Recreation Department, this outdoor summer concert series features a variety of live bands playing at the Garrison House in the heart of historic Southport. This...more about Brunswick County Free Concert and Movie Series (SPT)
August 2020 - Cancelled Have you ever seen a crab race? Sounds even better than a frog race, doesn't it? You can find out on the Saturday before Labor Day. Registration begins at 8:30 AM and the derby begins at 9 Am. Bring your child (up to age 14), a small...more about Children's Crab Derby
August 4, 2019 The Maritime Classic features a 1-mile fun run and a 5K and 10K footrace along some of the most scenic byways in the region, ranging through dense maritime forest, open meadow and through a manicured golf and beach community. Runners will receive, race shirt, headlamp, snacks, a free...more about Maritime Classic Run for the Light
August 2-4, 2019 In honor of National Lighthouse Day, the Old Baldy Foundation will celebrate National Lighthouse Weekend with fun and interesting events. Friday evening features a Roaring 20's Historic Happy Hour from 6 - 8:30 PM. Saturday's Rubber Ducky race begins at 11 AM. The festival, beginning at 4:30 PM...more about National Lighthouse Weekend
EVERY MONDAY 2020 From May 18 through September 7, from 8 AM until 1 PM, you can shop at this farmers market in sight of the sea. Here you will find homegrown products like fresh fruits and vegetables, homeade jams and cakes, local honey, handmade items like jewelry, furniture, rugs, pottery, natural...more about Oak Island Farmers and Artisan's Market
EVERY WEDNESDAY The Farmers' Market is held every Wednesday morning from 8 AM until 1 PM, May - August. The lawn of Fort Johnston overlooks the Cape Fear providing a beautiful backdrop for local produce, crafty vendors, and community conviviality. The market is sponsored by Downtown Southport, Inc. (DSI) and the...more about Southport Waterfront Market