Wilmington KOA Holiday

Wrightsville Beach Farmers Market

Starts: 05/04/2026 - Ends: 12/07/2026

• This unique Farmers' Market is the only one on the island and provides an opportunity to purchase fresh, locally grown produce. In addition to produce vendors and various other consumables vendors, the market includes a variety of unique craft vendors.
  
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• Time:  Mondays 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  
• Price:  Free
  
• Check website to confirm details and correct start and end dates.
  

Orange Street Arts Festival

Starts: 05/23/2026 - Ends: 05/24/2026

Wilmington's largest downtown arts festival returns with works of more than 80 artists from North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. Participants will exhibit oil and watercolor paintings, pottery, jewelry, wood, glass, and paper creations. The Orange Street Arts Fest is both relaxing and exhilarating with live entertainment, old-fashioned fair food, and a wine and beer tent. With its laid back attitude and historic Downtown Wilmington setting, the Orange Street Arts Fest has been described as "A Jewel of a Show" so don't miss out!  Please check website for detail and any changes.

Time:
Saturday: 9am-5pm, Sunday: 10am-4pm

Admission:
Free

Bark in the Park

Starts: 10/03/2026 - Ends: 10/03/2026

The annual Bark in the Park  disc championship features high flying, daring dogs soaring in the air to catch frisbees.  Spectators will have an opportunity to vote on best dressed dog, best personality and more.  Fun for all!  See website for confirmed dates/times and further information.

Poplar Grove Herb and Garden Fair

Starts: 04/11/2026 - Ends: 04/12/2026

Enjoy the area's largest and longest running garden event, featuring classes, activities and exhibits on gardening, nature and related topics. The grounds of Poplar Grove will be filled with a wonderful selection of locally grown plants of all types – herbs, perennials, annuals, hanging baskets, shrubs, native plants, vegetable starts and houseplants, plus garden art and accessories, herbal and all-natural products, artisan crafts and local foods-- including several Food Trucks.  Please check website for details and changes.  

Saturday - 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday - 10 am - 4 pm
Admission - $5

Battleship North Carolina Ghost Hunt

Starts: 03/07/2026 - Ends: 12/12/2026

Many believe the USS North Carolina is haunted but by who or what is the question.  Be a part of a real paranormal investigation.  
See hauntedrooms.com for more information and dates.
Event times -  8:00 PM - 2 AM
3/7/2026, 4/3/2026, 6/13/2026, 8/21/2026, 9/19/2026, 10/31/2026, 12/12/2026
There is admission charged and reservations are required.  Be sure to book early as this event sells out quickly.

Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Garden Tour

Starts: 04/10/2026 - Ends: 04/12/2026

Enjoy Southern hospitality amid the glorious color of azaleas and spring flowers during this self-guided tour.  The garden tour is an official event of the NC Azalea Festival.  Please check website for dates, times and further details.

5K Race for the Planet

Starts: 04/19/2026 - Ends: 04/19/2026

Discover a beautiful little corner of the globe while celebrating Earth Day by participating in this run, jog, walk.  The race begins and ends at the Fort Fisher Aquarium.  This is a no pressure race and a fun way to uncover all the beauty of this southernmost strip of Cape Fear coastline.   Please check website for detail and times.

Poplar Grove's Paranormal Ghost Tour

Starts: 05/01/2026 - Ends: 10/31/2026

• Enjoy this unique paranormal ghost tour discovering spirits and haunts, or haints, of all eras from 1850 to 1950 as they continue to hover around this historic manor house. There are lots of true stories of the Poplar Grove's Foy Family household haints to share, including a murderous crime of passion. Discover who these phantoms are and why they're still here. You will learn a little history, review a scroll of the dead, and focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Cameras and other paranormal equipment are permitted.  Please check their Website and Social Media for latest updates on exact dates.  Tour is available between the dates listed below.  Tours might not be appropriate for young children.
  
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• Presented By:  Poplar Grove Plantation
  
• Time:   7:00 PM
  
• Price:  $25 for Tour
  
• Dates - Various - check website for details
  

Riverfest 2026

Starts: 10/03/2026 - Ends: 10/04/2026

Join in celebrating Wilmington's Annual Riverfest! This festival includes a street fair with special exhibits along with vendors selling art and handmade crafts, competitions, fireworks, over 30 food vendors and more. Enjoy a car show, continuous live entertainment showcasing local musicians and bands and so much more. Fireworks are Saturday evening

Wilson Center Events

Starts: 01/01/2026 - Ends: 01/01/2027

Visit the beautiful Wilson Center for one of the many events offered throughout the year! 
wilsoncentertickets.com

Farmer's Market at Tidal Creek

Starts: 01/03/2026 - Ends: 12/26/2026

Located mid-way between downtown and Wrightsville Beach, the Tidal Creek Co-op Farmer's Market is held every Saturday.
This is a "producer only" market so everyone there is selling what produce they have.
Time - 8 am - 1 pm

Night Tour at the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens

Starts: 02/06/2026 - Ends: 12/04/2026

Occurring once a month, experience colonial night life before electricity and modern conveniences in this beautiful historic home.  Please plan ahead as space is limited and event typically sells out quickly.  
See website to confirm dates, admission and times.

Monthly Bird Walk

Starts: 01/22/2026 - Ends: 12/30/2026

Explore Carolina Beach State Park on a guided bird walk lead by park staff along Snows Cut Trail.  No previous experience is necessary. Beginning at the Marina, the easy hike will be approximately two miles long over flat terrain lasting approximately two hours. Both novice and avid birders will enjoy the adventure of finding resident and visiting birds in the beautiful terrain. Be sure to bring your own sunscreen, binoculars, drinking water, and insect repellent.  See website for details.

NC Azalea Festival

Starts: 04/08/2026 - Ends: 04/12/2026

The Azalea Festival celebrates the rich culture and history, beautiful gardens and exceptional art work during this 5 days of pageantry.  Experience Spring Southern Style!  There will be a parade, fireworks, home and garden tours, street fair, nationally known entertainment and much more.
See website for details

Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival

Starts: 03/14/2026 - Ends: 03/14/2026

Get yourself ready for beer and bourbon tasting, music listening and BBQ eating at the Riverfront Park in Historic Downtown Wilmington.
See website for times and admission

Tri-span 5K and 10K and Live Strong Mile

Starts: 07/11/2026 - Ends: 07/11/2026

Run the oldest 3-bridge 5K or 10K on the east coast!
See website for details and registration information.

YMCA Wrightsville Beach Sprint

Starts: 09/26/2026 - Ends: 09/26/2026

Be a part of the longest-running sprint triathlon in the nation! Founded in 1979, as the Pepsi Triathlon, the YMCA Wrightsville Beach Sprint Triathlon has become a favorite event among locals and triathletes near and far. Today the event is comprised of the traditional sprint triathlon, a youth triathlon and a corporate relay challenge.  

• Time:  7:00 AM
  
• Price:  Free for Spectators. For registration information, please see the website.
  

Swim the Loop and Mott's Channel Sprint

Starts: 10/11/2026 - Ends: 10/11/2026

Swim the Loop starts and ends at the Dockside Restaurant, the Mott's Channel Sprint starts at the Blockade Runner Hotel and ends at the Dockside Restaurant.  See website for details.

Kure Beach Community Festival

Starts: 04/25/2026 - Ends: 04/25/2026

Offering over 35 vendors,  activities,  music, dancing, food and more.  Fun for all ages!  Enjoy spending the day along the Atlantic Ocean.  
11 am - 3 pm
See website for details.

Cape Fear Blue Marlin Tournament

Starts: 05/27/2026 - Ends: 05/30/2026

Fishermen and spectators are welcome to the fun of this catch and release tournament.  This annual tournament is sure to embrace your wild side!  See website for details, registration information, and location.

Wilmington Greek Festival

Starts: 05/29/2026 - Ends: 05/31/2026

The Greek Festival offers opportunities to enjoy food, music, dancing, a lively marketplace, and cooking demonstrations.  Come experience the hospitality of the Hellenic culture!
See the website for times.

Port City Highland Games

Starts: 06/06/2026 - Ends: 06/06/2026

Watch the titans clash in traditional heavyweight events such as "Turning the Caber" and "Tossing the Sheaf".  Witness feats of strength, hear the music of the pipe bands, watch the traditional dance and join the celebration of Scottish clans, societies and families. 
Times - 10 am to 5 pm
Food and Drink available for purchase
See website for details and ticket prices

Lighthouse Beer & Wine Festival

Starts: 10/24/2026 - Ends: 10/24/2026

Don't miss the fun-filled festival of beverages, live music, food vendors and more!  Featuring over 300 beers and 100 + wines, admission includes entrance and a sampling glass.  See website for details.

Voracious - Cellar Sea & Shore

Starts: 10/23/2026 - Ends: 10/23/2026

Looking for the latest and greatest beer?  This event is for you!  Enjoy the opportunity to try the private reserves of 50 of your favorite breweries.  Come see why this is called the ultimate beer geek experience!
See website for details.

Presented by Lighthouse Beer & Wine
See website for details

Butterfly House at Airlie Gardens

Starts: 06/02/2026 - Ends: 09/01/2026

Surround yourself in serenity at the Airlie Garden Butterfly House.  Find species native to North Carolina in this open air exhibit.  After visiting the Butterfly House be sure to tour the Pollinator Garden nearby.
Recurring daily and included in admission to Gardens. See website for more details and to confirm available dates.

Butterfly releases on Tuesdays.  Pre-registration may be required.  Check website.

St. Patrick's Lo Tide Run

Starts: 03/14/2026 - Ends: 03/14/2026

Come in your best St. Patrick's day garb (or not) and participate in this USATF Certified run at Carolina Beach.  The goal is to raise money to help New Hanover County residents that are struggling financially due to cancer diagnosis.
Visit the website for times and registration information

Carolina Beach Music Festival 2026

Starts: 06/06/2026 - Ends: 06/07/2026

Here is your chance to dance barefoot on the sand or just sway to the Beach Music Beat while standing in the surf. Held the first Saturday in June, the Beach Music Festival, hosted by the Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce, is billed as "the biggest and only beach music festival actually held on the beach on the North Carolina coast" and one of the longest running beach music festivals in the United States. Come out and enjoy a full day of live entertainment with the hottest beach music bands in the south! You can access this festival via the Carolina Beach Boardwalk.
Fun begins at 11:00am - 4:00pm.
Online ticket available closer to date.  Please check website for details and ticket prices.  Event usually sells out.

Riverfront Farmers Market

Starts: 04/18/2026 - Ends: 11/21/2026

This seasonal, open-air market on Saturdays in historic downtown Wilmington invites you to shop local.   Bringing together local growers, producers and artisans, Riverfront Farmers Market offers a large variety of produce and products throughout the season.  Check website to confirm accurate date range.

Located on Dock and Front Street in Historic Downtown Wilmington

Seaside Shuffle 5K

Starts: 10/24/2026 - Ends: 10/24/2026

Join the fun with a classic race that starts and ends at Wrightsville Beach Park.  Organized by the Wilmington Road Runners, this long standing race added an additional award for the Best Dressed 80's Runner!  Pull out the waffle trainers, headbands and leg warmers and get ready to run!

St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival

Starts: 03/14/2026 - Ends: 03/14/2026

Join the global celebration of everything Irish!  
Check website for parade route and details
Be sure to wear your green!

Parade time- 11 am - 12 pm

East Coast Got Em On King Mackerel Classic

Starts: 07/11/2026 - Ends: 07/12/2026

Get your rods and lines ready for the Got Em On King Mackerel Classic!  It's time to fish for your next big catch and bragging rights.  See web site for details.

Feast Wilmington

Starts: 03/28/2026 - Ends: 03/29/2026

Craft + Cuisine, in partnership with Cape Fear Craft Beer Alliance, invites you to experience the Feast Wilmington event (formerly known as Cape Fear Craft & Cuisine). Held this year at the Live Oak Pavilion in downtown Wilmington, select local chefs are paired with local breweries.  Their best offerings will showcase the capabilities of pairing food and beer together. Chef and brewer will be on site to talk about their pairing, providing insight into the experience of food selection and creation.  This promises to be an event for that will delight foodies and craft beer aficionados alike. Please check website for further details.

Mother's Day Celebration 2026

Starts: 05/08/2026 - Ends: 05/10/2026

Celebrate Mom this weekend! Enter the Mother's Day Raffle - benefits Care Camp!   Come out Friday evening for a sweet treat by the pool. Saturday - Catch- the food truck will be on site for lunch ($),make a craft for Mom, Chocolates and S'more Food truck for dessert ($) and Barrel Train rides. Sunday morning - come to the office to pick up a flower for your Mom!

Spanish Mackerel Open

Starts: 06/12/2026 - Ends: 06/14/2026

Pull out your planers, torpedo weights and clarkspoons and maybe have a few pogies and live bait rigs on hand and join in the fun!  This is an easy and friendly way to try tournament fishing. See social media for schedule of events and further details.

Halloween Fun 2026

Starts: 10/30/2026 - Ends: 10/31/2026

Come! Book your stay, decorate your site and join us for fun events at the campground!!  , Friday - Movie night, Saturday - Craft Time - Ceramic Painting at the Pavilion, Costume train rides, Site Decorating Contest, Pumpkin Carving Contest and Trick or Treating around the Campground, Music and Karaoke with DJ Capt. Mike and Johnny C's Dogs, Brats & Red Hots($)!!  There will be prizes for the contests!!!

River to Sea Bike Ride

Starts: 05/02/2026 - Ends: 05/02/2026

Enjoy this casual-paced 20-mile bike ride from Historic Downtown Wilmington to Wrightsville Beach along Wilmington's River to Sea bicycle route.
Details available closer to event.  Helmets required for all participants.  Check website for details.

Coastal Comic Con

Starts: 03/07/2026 - Ends: 03/08/2026

If you're a fan of pop culture, join the fun when Coastal Comic Con brings back over 150 artists, vendors, guests and cosplayers!  There's something for every member of your family!  Enjoy video games, contests, special guest appearances and more. A fan favorite is the Children's Cosplay Contest on Sunday afternoon starting at 4:00 p.m. Additional details and special guests announced closer to the event date.

Star Party at Carolina Beach State Park

Starts: 04/24/2026 - Ends: 04/25/2026

Come and learn about the night sky and join the Cape Fear Museum and Carolina Beach State Park for a fun, free, family astronomy event. Featuring The Cape Fear Astronomy Society with telescopes set up for viewing the night sky, there will also be vendors and many activities everyone will enjoy. Parking will be in the Marina area, be sure to bring a flashlight and some bug repellent. Please check the website for weather updates. Additional details available closer to the event.

Cape Fear 7's Rugby Tournament

Starts: 06/19/2026 - Ends: 06/21/2026

Join the excitement when the Cape Fear 7's, one of the nation's largest Summer 7's tournaments, returns. Featuring one of the most competitive premiere divisions and hosting several hundred players from teams from across the country and around the world, this is one of the area's most exciting sporting events. Please check their website and social media for a complete listing of all the events.

HDWM Artisan Market

Starts: 04/05/2026 - Ends: 10/25/2026

Spend your Sunday leisurely strolling through the Historic Downtown Wilmington Artisan Market where you'll find one of a kind, hand crafted creations by some of the area's best local artisans. The Market features more than 30 rotating artists for an ever-changing collection of locally made art, jewelry and handmade items along with musical entertainment.  No Market Riverfest or Thanksgiving Weekend.  

Event times Sunday 10 -3

USS North Carolina Memorial Day Observance

Starts: 05/25/2026 - Ends: 05/25/2026

What better way to pay your respects than on the USS North Carolina Battleship.  There will be a guest speaker, color guard, 21 gun salute, band and a memorial wreath will be cast into the water. 
Come aboard at 3 pm, ceremony begins at 4 pm.
Weather permitting

CFCC Riverfront Boat Show

Starts: 05/30/2026 - Ends: 05/30/2026

Held on the banks of the Cape Fear River, the CFCC Riverfront Boat Show has attracted thousands of visitors every year for over two decades. Featuring a wide variety of wooden boats in 10 judging categories including kayaks and skiffs, fiberglass boats from professional boat dealers as well as boat building material suppliers from around the region. Spectators can enjoy boat building demonstrations along the storied Riverwalk, try their hand at a Knot-tying Challenge, and be able speak with the Boat Builders about their creations. Additional details available closer to the event
9:30 - 3:00
See website for further details

BAD (Brooklyn Arts District) Day Music & Arts Festival 2026

Starts: 11/14/2026 - Ends: 11/14/2026

Explore a vibrant day through night celebration during the premier BAD (Brooklyn Arts District) Music & Arts Festival.  Listen to tunes from two outdoor stages featuring bluegrass, funk, reggae, and more with headliners Railroad Earth, Yonder Mountain String Band, Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country and more. After the sun sets, the party continues with more nighttime festivities. Stroll through the free to enter N 4th Street Village alive with arts and crafts vendors and more fun while you feast on delicious refreshments. Elevate your vibes with wellness experiences like yoga and breathwork. From streetside creativity to late night revelry, celebrate the wild, free spirit of the Brooklyn Arts District!  See Website for details.

Enchanted Airlie 2026

Starts: 11/27/2026 - Ends: 12/21/2026

Stroll through Airlie Gardens and enjoy millions of festive twinkling Christmas lights, holiday flowers and musical entertainment for the whole family. This beloved Wilmington event continues to enchant visitors year after year. Please plan ahead, online tickets must be purchased in advance and often sell out. Please check their Website and Social Media for the latest updates. Online tickets available October 28th. Please contact Airlie Gardens for special reservations| Snacks and beverages available for purchase. 
Nightly 1-Hour Timed Tickets Begin: 5:30pm | 6:30pm | 7:30pm | 8:30pm

Haunted Rooms of America - Bellamy Mansion

Starts: 04/04/2026 - Ends: 12/11/2026

Come experience the Bellamy Mansion Museum at its spookiest, the dead of night. Site of repeatedly reported unexplained noises, sightings, happenings and temperature shifts, this is the perfect opportunity to join Haunted Rooms America for a rare overnight investigation of this Antebellum mansion. Included with your entry are snacks and drinks as well as use of their traditional and state-of-the-art paranormal equipment. 4/4/2026, 6/12/2026, 8/22/2026, 10/23/2026, 12/11/2026
Price:Tickets: $129 including snacks and drinks as well as use of their traditional and state-of-the-art paranormal equipment | Age 18+ Event Times: Gather at 7:30 PM with Hunt: 8:00 PM until 2:00 AM
Please check website to confirm details and times.

Hidden Battleship Tour

Starts: 02/28/2026 - Ends: 11/14/2026

Explore the un-restored areas of the Battleship in a unique tour that offers a chance to view authentic areas not regularly seen. The four-hour tour consists of small groups with guides. Guests visit the bow (officers' country, boatswain locker, and descend to the bottom of the ship), third deck (Radio II, brig, after gyro, storage rooms, ammunition handling, Engineer's office), Engine room #1, superstructure (Captain's cabin, armored conning tower, maintenance shops), reefer, aft diesel, and climb inside the fire control tower to the top of the ship. The program is for adults only (ages 16 and up). It is not appropriate for those who may have difficulty climbing narrow ladders. Wear warm, comfortable, washable clothing, and sturdy, rubber-soled shoes -- and bring a camera!   Please plan ahead; this event usually sells out.  Multiple dates.  When:  2/28/2026, 3/28/2026, 4/18/2026, 11/14/2026
See website for details

Bluegrass in the Grove

Starts: 06/13/2026 - Ends: 06/13/2026

Poplar Grove Plantation will be holding their 1st Annual Bluegrass Festival hosted by Dear MariBella & the PigKickers and featuring seven local artists picking and strumming to old and new music.Bring your families, chairs, blankets, and umbrellas. Food trucks & beer garden on site.
Saturday, June 13th from 11AM -8 PM
see their website for more details

Liam Strong Charity Beach Run

Starts: 09/20/2026 - Ends: 09/20/2026

What better way to welcome Fall than an inspiring Seashore 5K or Family Friendly Fun Run/Walk? Serious runners love the timed 5K, with beach lovers of all ages the One Mile Fun Run/Walk.The Liam Strong Charity Beach Run was created to honor our son, Liam Fredric Batten, who we lost at 6 months to childhood cancer.  We want to honor Liam and give back to all of the doctors and nurses at N.C. Children's Hospital that are so special to our family. Feel the sun on your face and the salty wind in your hair starting and finishing on the sand at the iconic Johnnie Mercers Pier.  See you at the Pier!

22nd Annual NC Blueberry Festival

Starts: 06/19/2026 - Ends: 06/20/2026

The event kicks off with live music from 7:00 - 10:00 pm Friday night, June 19. Saturday is a full day of activities starting with a 5k run & Tour De Blueberry. The Festival officially opens at 9:00am featuring a Street Fair with Arts & Craft Vendors, Car & Truck show, Beer & Wine Garden and so much more!  Blueberry Bake Sales, and, of course, plenty of fresh Blueberries for sale!  See website for more details.

City of Wilmington Independence Day Celebration

Starts: 07/04/2026 - Ends: 07/04/2026

The City of Wilmington's 4th of July Celebration, featuring Independence Day Fireworks in beautiful historic downtown Wilmington. Start the celebration at Riverfront Park with family-friendly events, music, food, and more from 1 pm until 8 pm. The fireworks display will begin at 9:05 pm. Spend a night to remember with the whole family.  For more information, including parking and traffic information, please visit the city's website.

• Time:  Fireworks: 9:05 PM
  
• Price:  Free for spectators
  

Wilmington Earth Day Festival

Starts: 04/18/2026 - Ends: 04/18/2026

Come celebrate Earth Day with free live music, an abundance of food, beer, a Kids' EcoZone and more at the Wilmington Earth Day Celebration. This fantastic event usually features over 70 different exhibitors, vendors, music, food trucks and more.  Please visit their Website and Social Media for latest listing of happenings and updates.  Take a look at several videos from last year's festival on their website to see what's in store for 2026!

Free admission - Food and Beverages Available for Purchase
Check website for more details -  Check festival event dates

Summer fun at the Wilmington KOA + Paint N Sip

Starts: 08/14/2026 - Ends: 08/15/2026

College students moving back in means taking some time together when you can!  Cool treats, crafts, barrel train rides, Pool parties with DJ Capt Mike, Kids Paint n Sip (juice),  Paint N Sip (adults only-BYOB) and Kimchi Taco Food Truck on site!

Celebrating S'mores!!

Starts: 08/07/2026 - Ends: 08/08/2026

National S'mores Day is August 10 so we will celebrate a few days early!!  Sweet treat by the pool on Friday and on Saturday a S'more craft and Chocolate and S'more Food Truck ($) will be on site.  Yummy!!

Father's Day Fun Run - Good Hops - Will Run For Beer

Starts: 06/20/2026 - Ends: 06/20/2026

Join the fun on Father's day weekend with a trail run through the Carolina Beach State Park.  Party afterwards to celebrate Dad!

Carnival at the KOA Weekend

Starts: 06/05/2026 - Ends: 06/06/2026

Summer is off! And what better way to celebrate than to have a Carnival! Just Another Lunch Truck ($), popsicles, games, crafts, hot dogs, DJ Capt Mike music & karaoke, and train rides! OH MY!!

Memorial Day Celebration 2026

Starts: 05/22/2026 - Ends: 05/24/2026

Book your Memorial Weekend for a Summer kick-off at the campground! Sweet treats by the pool, face painting, tie-dye ($), play in the foam, Wheelz Pizza ($), Billy Boucher's Bluegrass Band, and candy bar bingo by the pool. Come and join the fun!

Independence Day Celebration 2026 - AMERICA 250!!

Starts: 07/03/2026 - Ends: 07/05/2026

Come and stay with us for Independence Day and the 250th birthday of America!! The fun will start on Friday and continue until Sunday. Pool party and karaoke by the pool, Face painting, Kimchi taco Truck ($), tie dye, barrel train rides, candy bar bingo, Johnny C's Dogs, Brats & Red Hots ($), Foam machine, and launch a rocket!! We hope to see you!

Labor Day 2026

Starts: 09/04/2026 - Ends: 09/06/2026

Book your stay early and join us Labor Day weekend for a great end of Summer celebration! Don't miss the fun! Ice Cream Social,  face painting, tie dye, train rides, Wheelz Pizza Truck ($), music, Just Another Lunch Truck ($), our annual Glow party and foam.

Father's Day weekend at the Wilmington KOA 2026

Starts: 06/19/2026 - Ends: 06/21/2026

Father's Day and Summer Solstice 6/21! Come and enjoy the great outdoors with Dad! Root Beer Floats, Movie, Kimchi Taco Truck, DJ Capt Mike by the pool, Father's Day Olympics, craft, and donuts for dad on Sunday morning.

Kentucky Derby Weekend

Starts: 05/02/2026 - Ends: 05/02/2026

Join in the fun when you spend the weekend with us. Horsey Duck Derby and Pool Party with Capt Mike, snow cones by the pool, make your own Derby Hat, race your pony through the foam, run for the Rose (adults only), Kimchi Taco Truck($) and Kentucky Derby Broadcast!!

Easter 2026

Starts: 04/04/2026 - Ends: 04/04/2026

Stay at the campground and join in the fun on Saturday! We will have our Easter Egg hunt, Face Painting, crafts, Kimchi Taco Truck ($) and more. We hope you will join us!

Car show weekend

Starts: 07/11/2026 - Ends: 07/11/2026

Join us in celebrating cars! We will have a selection of vehicles on display on Saturday, craft time, and Just Another Lunch Truck($) on site. If you have a special car, let us know, and maybe we can add you to the display!

Celebrate Soccer

Starts: 07/17/2026 - Ends: 07/18/2026

Let's celebrate soccer during the Soccer Finals Weekend!  Movie night,  face painting, craft time, music and Karaoke with DH Capt Mike, Kimchi Taco Food Truck on site ($),  foam machine and maybe even a soccer ball kicking contest.  Stay tuned!!

Daily Eagles Island Cruises

Starts: 02/13/2026 - Ends: 12/27/2026

From$8 - $24The perfect blend of education and relaxation—ideal for locals wanting a fresh perspective or visitors looking to soak up Wilmington's soul. This scenic 50 minute narrated cruise is very informative about the history and workings of the Cape Fear River and our historic waterfront in downtown Wilmington with close up views of the Battleship. Enjoy 360 degree views of unspoiled nature and a variety of wildlife daily while our Captain will delight you with anecdotes about the Cape Fear River and our historic town. The even hour cruises go North on the River and you see the historic riverfront and then some nature as we go up the Cape Fear River. The odd hour cruises go South to the State Port and you will learn some maritime history of the area. A full cash bar with snacks and refreshments for all ages is available onboard. You can also bring your own snacks if you wish (please, no drinks).You can stay onboard for the next cruise and do both directions for $36. Just let the office or first mate know and they will hook you up with a ticket.
See website for dates and booking.

A250th: Colonial Wilmington & The Revolution Walking Tour

Starts: 03/13/2026 - Ends: 12/11/2026

Join Wilmington's oldest historic house for an exciting walking tour of historic downtown Wilmington with riveting stories of how life was lived in Colonial times. The ninety minute tour departs from the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens, covers historic streets and uneven terrain and returns to the starting place as you learn about how the American Revolution swept across the Cape Fear. Please call to reserve your spot for this popular tour.
Multiple dates - Please see website for details-
3/13/2026, 6/12/2026, 9/11/2026, 12/11/2026

Seaside Soccer Classic 2026

Starts: 05/16/2026 - Ends: 05/17/2026

Held in May, the Seaside Soccer Classic brings in over 300 teams from throughout North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina to play in a competitive tournament held for USYS/NCYSA Challenge, Select, Classic, and Premier teams. 

Presented by Wilmington Hammerheads Youth FC
See website for details

O'Neill/ Sweetwater Pro-Am

Starts: 07/06/2026 - Ends: 07/12/2026

Head to the shorelines of Wrightsville Beach – one of the most popular surfing destinations in southern North Carolina – for this annual tournament that has become one of the most anticipated regional surfing events of the year. The O'Neill/ Sweetwater Pro-Am has grown over the years into one of the biggest surfing tournaments in North Carolina and along the East Coast, and spectators can catch an incredible show as they watch dozens of amateur and professional surfers from all around the world show their stuff on the local waves.

American Craft Walk

Starts: 09/12/2026 - Ends: 09/12/2026

Come stroll Historic Downtown Wilmington's picturesque streets and view colorful and creative works of art in a variety of mediums at Wilmington's largest outdoor art show and sale.  Don't miss your chance to pick up some of these one-of-a-kind local pieces from over 90 talented artists.  Please visit website for details and time.

Carolina Pro Am

Starts: 04/24/2026 - Ends: 04/26/2026

Stand up paddleboard (SUP) fans of all ages and abilities will have a ball at the Carolina Cup, which is a multiple day festival and race that celebrates SUP in style. Held south of Crystal Pier, this unique event features a combination of clinics, expos, and a full line-up of weekend paddleboard competitions that will have all attendees eager to dive into the Cape Fear watersports scene.

YMCA Pier 2 Pier Open Water Swim Race

Starts: 09/19/2026 - Ends: 09/19/2026

In memory of Ryan Young, this  swim is approximately 2 miles point to point, between Johnny Mercer Pier and Crystal Pier, at beautiful Wrightsville Beach.  This event benefits the YMCA Swim for Life Program.