There’s a host of reasons to explore a creative side, as well as the picturesque Swansboro waterfront, at the Swansboro Arts by the Sea Festival. This unique and day-long festival has a wealth of activities, entertainment and enticements for everyone in the family, and with plenty of food, crafts, children’s activities, shopping opportunities and more, the festival is sure to be a highlight of any Crystal Coast vacation.
If you’re a southern seafood fan, then you’re going to love the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. This two-day affair features a wealth of ways to enjoy this local crystal coast staple, as well as plenty of games and activities that celebrate the food, flavor, and all around fun of the heart of Swansboro and the North Carolina coastline.
Come explore a winter wonderland of holiday sights, sounds, and smells at this festive event that is celebrating its 12th year in 2026. The annual Gingerbread Festival & Competition is a fun and all-encompassing celebration that has incredible gingerbread displays, fun crafts and activities for the kids, and lots of ways to celebrate the holidays in style while admiring some of the most unique and creative gingerbread creations that the Crystal Coast has to offer.
The North Carolina History Center, which is part of the extensive Tryon Palace, is a new 65 million dollar complex which transports visitors back in time to explore New Bern’s more than 300 years of local history.
Luxury Coastal Retreat with Pool and Loft — Steps from Atlantic Beach | Sleeps 6Welcome to your five-star coastal sanctuary — a private, completely furnished luxury bungalow steps from the sands of Atlantic Beach. Designed for guests who...
- Atlantic Beach
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
See the ocean. Hear the waves. Feel the sea breeze all from the balcony of this 2nd floor condo! In addition to the awesome view of the ocean, 219 SeaSpray has everything else you'll need for your get-away! It has two bedrooms and two full...
- Atlantic Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 5
Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and...
Oceanfront Heaven at The Point: Your Ideal Beach Escape in Emerald IsleWelcome to your dream hideaway at The Point of Emerald Isle, where the ocean meets the sound in a impressive expansive display of natural beauty! Located along a wide, pristine...
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...