The annual Wooden Boat Show is a tradition in the town of Beaufort, and its 50th celebration in 2026 promises to be bigger and more engaging than ever before. With a long roster of activities that are slated for the weekend-long event, visitors will be treated to a wealth of activities, displays, exhibits, and interactive ways to join in the fun.
Come and marvel as a fleet of wooden boats are constructed from start to finish before your eyes at this competition that pits boat-builders against each other in one of the most anticipated events of the Annual Wooden Boat Show. The BoatBuilding Challenge is an event that's been going strong for more than 15 years as of 2026, and the competition features 18 teams who will battle it out to craft the best wooden boat in just four hours’ time.
Visitors can explore the best aspects of downtown Beaufort inside and out with the annual Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour. Held throughout this coastal community, and featuring a number of popular sites including the buildings within the Beaufort Historic Site, area gardens, local churches, the Old Burying Ground and much more, this event provides an in-depth look into what makes Beaufort both historic and continually charming.
The Southern Outer Banks are gaining popularity as a surfing destination, for newcomers to the sport and advanced borders alike. With mainly south or southeast facing beaches, and seasonal swells that are enhanced by passing tropical systems or...
Indigo Breeze is the home that will take your blues away. This impressive 3 Bed and 2.5 Bath home on Emerald Isle is just a short walk from the ocean. This home has 2 enormous wrap around porches where you can thoroughly appreciate the Indigo...
- Emerald Isle
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
What is a vacation to the Crystal Coast without Carolina Beach Music! Can you Shag dance as well? This 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath, Almost Oceanfront House is just waiting for your family to appreciate!! Carolina Beach Music features a Private 6-person Hot...
- Emerald Isle
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...
Access the Neuse River via community park at the end of the block or discover Historic Downtown (1 mile). Use our tandem bicycle to get around or try paddle boarding or kayaking on the river. Ideal for singles, couples or families who want to relax...
- New Bern
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...