September 30, 2017 With up to 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...more about Around Oak Island Sunfish Race
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September 30, 2017 The captains meeting will be on Friday between 4 PM and 8 PM at the Wildlife Boat Ramp. Lines go in the water at 7 AM on Saturday. The weigh-in at the boat ramp stops at 4:30 PM. There will be raffles, an auction, presentation of awards and...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)
September 28 - 29, 2018 This festival, held on the grounds of the Odell Williamson Auditorium at Brunswick Community College, celebrates the cultural diversity of Brunswick County. On Friday beginning at 7 PM, you can enjoy the African American Dance Ensemble. From 10 AM until 4 PM on Saturday the festival...more about Brunswick County Intercultural Festival
September 4, 2017 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 collapsible...more about Children's Crab Derby
September 2, 2016 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. The event also includes a 1.5 mile fun run/walk. The course is...more about Go Jump in the Lake
September 16, 2017 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, trucks, cars and other big vehicles on display as well as camel and...more about Kiwanis Big Toy Day
September 1, 2018 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 registration is...more about Labor Day Surf Off
September 1, 2018 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 art supplies...more about Oak Island Art Guild Labor Day Arts & Crafts Festival
EVERY MONDAY From May 21 through September 3, 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, local honey, handmade items like jewelry, furniture, rugs, pottery, natural skin care products and...more about Oak Island Farmers Market
EVERY WEDNESDAY The Farmers' Market is held every Wednesday morning from 8 AM until 1 PM, May 2 through August 29, 2018. 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....more about Southport Waterfront Market
September 29, 2018 The Southport Wooden Boat Show is held the last Saturday in September and runs from 10 AM until 4 PM. You will find all kinds of wooden boats displayed in and around the historic Old Yacht Basin. Professional judges will award prizes for best boats and you can...more about Southport Wooden Boat Show
