September 12, 2020 With 20 or more Sunfish sailboats participating in this more than 27-mile race, it may likely be the most colorful race you will see. The race was started in 1997 by a group of sailors aiming to outdo the 24-mile Around Shelter Island Race held by the Southold...more about Around Oak Island Sunfish Race
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September 2020 - Cancelled The Bay Creek Classic Fishing Tournament has been cancelled for 2020 due to Covid restrictions. The Tournament is planning to return for the 2021 season with a blow-out event....more about Bay Creek Classic
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)
October 4, 2020 - Postponed This festival, held on the grounds of the Odell Williamson Auditorium at Brunswick Community College, celebrates the cultural diversity of Brunswick County. On Friday, morning activities of cultural educational workshop and ethnic performance to benefit Brunswick County elementary students. From 10 AM until 4...more about Brunswick County Intercultural Festival
September 5-30, 2020 Sponsored by the Southport Rotary Club, Go Jump in the Lake is a 5K race which begins and ends at Spring Lake in Boiling Spring Lakes. And, yes, you can jump in the lake after the finish. This year's event will be held virtually, and includes a...more about Go Jump in the Lake
September 2020 TBA At this event, single engine planes are provided by the Young Eagles Program and the Brunswick County Airport Commission, and kids ages 8 to 17 can fly in them for free. There are also planes, fire trucks, cars and other big vehicles on display as well as camel...more about Kiwanis Big Toy Day
September 5, 2020 - Cancelled The Oak Island Annual Labor Day Surf Off begins with a Paddle Out at 8 AM and competition starting at 8:30 AM. There will be 15-minute heats for various ages throughout the day. There will also be paddleboard races with both youth and adult categories. Early...more about Labor Day Surf Off
September 5, 2020 - Cancelled This festival, always the Saturday before Labor Day, is a celebration of local and regional artists and craftspeople who display and sell their goods, all within sight of the ocean (or nearly so). Proceeds from the festival are used for philanthropic endeavors, including student scholarships and...more about Oak Island Art Guild Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival
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
