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Crystal Coast Lessons & Educational Events - 2026 Schedule

Crystal Coast Lessons & Educational Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of April 27, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Saturday, May 2nd
Beaufort

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.

Saturday, May 2nd
Beaufort

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.

Week of June 22, 2026 - June 28, 2026
Saturday, June 27th - Sunday, June 28th
Beaufort

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.

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Radio Island Beach Access

Located on the edge of the Bulkhead Channel which leads to the Back Sound, the Radio Island Beach Access is a unique and wonderfully convenient beach destination for both Morehead City and Beaufort visitors.

WALK TO BEACH

Savor a calming stay at this enchanting 2-bedroom home in Atlantic Beach. This enchanting property offers a calming escape for guests seeking relaxation and comfort. The bedrooms feature a king bed and two queen beds, ensuring a restful nighttime's...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 5
Shell Seekers, Oceanfront House in Emera...

Shell Seekers is a elegant 8 Bedroom, 6 and 2 half bathroom Oceanfront home located in the heart of Emerald Isle.Total linens includes 3 Kings, 4 Queens, 1 Twin.Ground Level: Master Bedroom #1 is Oceanside, right beside the pool and has a King Bed...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

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...

Daly Dunes- Indoor pool, Waterslide, Put...

Whether you have planned a peaceful calming hideaway or a vacation filled with activities, you have chosen the ideal location. Savor all that A Place at the Beach has to offer and enhance your stay by taking in all the sights and sounds of the...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

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...