No need to travel to New Orleans for a taste of Mardi Gras – a celebration is waiting close to home in the town of Beaufort, North Carolina! Mardi Gras on Middle Lane is an enticing afternoon event that pays homage to the grand annual party with an array of ways to have fun for visitors of all ages. From activities for the kids, to live Cajun music and jazz, there will be a fun party atmosphere throughout at the Mardi Gras on Middle Lane event.
If you’ve ever wanted to test your mettle when it comes to construction, while enjoying an activity that will result in something special, then you’ll want to sign up for the Introduction to Wooden Boat Building Course. This unique event that is held in the heart of Beaufort is an intricate course of how to build a boat from the ground up, and best of all, will result with a newfound intricate knowledge of how to craft a boat or two of your own.
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.
If you're planning a relaxing day on the beach, a great beach blanket is a must-have piece of gear. We've curated a list of highly-rated beach blankets, each selected for its unique features, quality, and durability. From lightweight, compact...
Welcome to Casa del mar Esmeralda! This roomy 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation home is ideally located in a beachfront cul-de-sac in the beautiful Ocean Crest subdivision, just steps from the sand and close to everything Emerald Isle has to offer.Ideal...
- Emerald Isle
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 13
New to The Emerald Club:-Putting Green-New Poolside Furnishings-New Hot Tub-Upgraded Landscaping with Landscape Lighting-Upgraded Pool TableThe Emerald Club is a 6-Bedroom 4.5-Bath Almost Oceanfront Home located in Emerald Isle. You will feel like...
- Emerald Isle
- 6 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
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...
Summer Winds B-237 is a Second Floor 4-Bedroom, 2 1/2-Bath condo with the ocean, pool, and sound vistas.Total Linens: 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double, 3 Twins.5 TVs: Extensive Intelligent TV with Cable in living room, Cable TV in the King Bedroom...
- Indian Beach
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Jump aboard the pirate ship "REVENGE" at 600 Front Street in Beaufort, North Carolina. Our interactive voyages offer fun and adventure for families and swashbucklers of all ages. Come join our crew, take part in a pirate adventure, and enjoy festive...