• Saturday, March 17th 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Visitors of all ages will have a ball at the Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Festival, which is an annual celebration that has become one of the most anticipated events of the springtime season. Going strong for more than 25 years, the Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Festival features a wealth of food, arts and craft vendors, rides, and activities for kids, which will all combine to get attendees into a festive holiday spirit.

The Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Festival is held in the heart of town of Emerald Isle, and the event features ample ways for patrons to get out and celebrate the holiday, Crystal Coast style. The festival will feature more than 75 art and craft vendors, food vendors, amusement park rides, and other activities throughout the day, and visitors of all ages are welcome to join in the fun. Special kids’ activities will be available throughout the day as well, like face painting or arts and crafts, and both parking and admission to the festival is completely free for all attendees. With ample ways to celebrate, which includes an assortment of local arts, food and drink, the Emerald Isle St. Patrick’s Festival is a celebration that everyone in the party will adore.

Crystal Coast
Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service

Based in the town of Beaufort, and offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the link between the communities of the Crystal Coast and the spectacularly beautiful and isolated barrier islands of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Accommodating passengers who want to explore the miles of pristine beaches, exceptional fishing and shelling, wild horses, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the gateway for one of the most unforgettable adventures along the North Carolina coast.