04/09/2024
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This Week
Star Party
Friday, April 12th
Carolina Beach
The skies over Carolina Beach are brimming with stars and natural wonders, and visitors and locals alike can learn more about this beautiful canopy by attending the Star Party at Carolina Beach State Park. Free and undeniably fun for stargazers of all ages, the Star Party features plenty of events including outdoor shows, telescope viewings, vendors, and other activities to help starry-eyed visitors discover all there is to know about this distinct and always stunning nightly display.
CFCC Riverfront Boat Show
Saturday, April 13th 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wilmington
Held on the edge of the Cape Fear River, the CFCC Riverfront Boat Show is a beloved annual event that attracts thousands of visitors to downtown Wilmington year after year. Featuring a wide array of vessels on display, from simple kayaks to modern fiberglass boats, this annual show is a great way for visiting and local mariners alike to discover the sheer variety of possibilities when it comes to exploring the waters of the Cape Fear coastline.
Pleasure Island Spring Surf Fishing Challenge
Saturday, April 13th - Sunday, April 14th
Carolina Beach
When the weather starts to heat up in the Cape Fear region, so does the fishing, and this annual fishing tournament is the perfect venue for newcomers and experienced anglers alike to join in the fun. With miles of shoreline to go around, and some big cash prizes on the line for lucky anglers, the Pleasure Island Spring Surf Fishing Challenge is a great way to experience the exceptional spring fishing scene of coastal North Carolina.
Willie Stargell 5K Road Race
Saturday, April 13th 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Wilmington
This spring, get your family and friends together and join our family as we run (or walk) to help those living with kidney disease. The event takes place at Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington, North Carolina offering a flat course for the 1 Mile and 5K events. There is a virtual option if you cannot join us in person. The popular finisher medals and awards will be back.
Week of April 15, 2024 - April 21, 2024
Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis 5k Run and Walk
Monday, April 15th
Southport
Enjoy an on-foot exploration of the heart of Southport while meeting and mingling with active locals and visitors alike at this event that corresponds with the annual Southport Spring Festival. The Southport-Oak Island Kiwanis 5k Run and Walk is a lightly competitive run / walk to the finish line that winds through the heart of town, and presents plenty of stunning waterfront and area views along the way.
Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 20th
Wilmington
Kids of all ages will have a ball while learning a little bit more about our precious planet at the annual Earth Day Celebration which is held in the heart of Wilmington. During this special afternoon event, the Hugh MacRae Park in the central region of the Port City will be transformed into a fun, festival atmosphere complete with exhibits, drinks, food, and live music, which all combine to provide an educational yet entertaining day that kids and adults alike will adore.
Work on Wilmington
Saturday, April 20th
Wilmington
Make the local Port City community a little brighter by signing up to volunteer for the springtime’s Work on Wilmington – an annual event that brings together volunteers and local businesses to do a world of good for the local community. Held at various venues around town that change every year, Work on Wilmington is a great opportunity to help neighbors and friends, and to keep the Port City the shining destination that attracts visitors from all over the world.
Healthy Kids Day
Saturday, April 20th
Wilmington
Get active while enjoying the start of the beautiful spring and summer weather that the Port City is known for by attending the always fun and highly energized Healthy Kids Day. Celebrating its 13th year in 2024, this annual event has a focus on getting outside, getting active, and having a ball that will resonate with kids of all ages, and which will show just how much fun exploring Wilmington can be.
Island Men Mac & Cheese Cook Off
Saturday, April 20th 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Carolina Beach
Satisfy a big craving for comfort food while supporting a very deserving local cause by attending the wonderfully delicious Island Men Mac & Cheese Festival. This annual event that is held in Carolina Beach features a tempting array of macaroni and cheese dishes, and is an indulgent celebration of all things delicious.
Wilmington VegFest
Sunday, April 21st 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wilmington
Foodies and all visitors with exceptional taste will have a ball at the Wilmington VegFest, which is a celebration of all things fresh and delicious that correspond with the vegan lifestyle. Featuring cooking demonstrations, guest speakers, dozens of vendors, and plenty of food trucks, this event is brimming with flavorful ways to eat well, and eat wonderfully.
Tinted Turtle Trot 5K and 1-Mile Run
Sunday, April 21st 9:30 AM
Carolina Beach
Get ready for a run that is decked out in all the colors of the rainbow at this annual race that goes to benefit a local cause. The Tinted Turtle Trot 5K and 1-Mile Run is an engaging event that is infused with plenty of color, and which gives participants a fine opportunity to explore the terrain of Carolina Beach while having a ball with fellow active members of the local community.
Week of April 22, 2024 - April 28, 2024
Carolina Cup
Wednesday, April 24th - Sunday, April 28th
Wrightsville Beach
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 at the Blockade Runner Beach Resort in Wrightsville Beach, 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.
5K and One Mile Fun Run: Race for the Planet
Wednesday, April 24th 7:30 AM
Kure Beach
Discover a beautiful little corner of the globe while celebrating Earth Day by participating in this engaging run, jog or walk that explores one of the prettiest sections of Kure Beach. The 5K Race for the Planet begins and ends at the Fort Fisher Aquarium, and the no-pressure race is a fun way to uncover all the beauty of this southernmost strip of coastline in the Cape Fear region.
