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Crystal Coast Watersports Events - 2026 Schedule

Crystal Coast Watersports Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of May 25, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Saturday, May 30th 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Pine Knoll Shores

Quickly becoming one of the Crystal Coast’s favorite local competitions, the annual Kayak for the Warriors Kayak / Paddle Board Race is a chance for visitors and residents alike to explore the local waters of the southern Outer Banks while supporting a beloved cause that does a world of good. Launching from the coastal town of Pine Knoll Shores, this fundraising event for injured and fallen service men and women is a great way to support the local and national community while enjoying everything that this watersports haven has to offer.

Week of June 8, 2026 - June 14, 2026
Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 19th
  • Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 3rd

Beaufort

Young residents and visitors who have always dreamed of charting their own course on their water can learn all about the basics of sailing and beyond at the summertime Junior Sailing Program. This day camp that is open to all children ages 8 and over will cover everything that young mariners need to know about two classes of sailboats, and is an immersive and fun way to discover a new skill while enjoying the open waters of Beaufort, N.C.

Week of June 15, 2026 - June 21, 2026
Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 19th
  • Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 3rd

Beaufort

Young residents and visitors who have always dreamed of charting their own course on their water can learn all about the basics of sailing and beyond at the summertime Junior Sailing Program. This day camp that is open to all children ages 8 and over will cover everything that young mariners need to know about two classes of sailboats, and is an immersive and fun way to discover a new skill while enjoying the open waters of Beaufort, N.C.

Week of June 22, 2026 - June 28, 2026
Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 3rd
  • Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 19th

Beaufort

Young residents and visitors who have always dreamed of charting their own course on their water can learn all about the basics of sailing and beyond at the summertime Junior Sailing Program. This day camp that is open to all children ages 8 and over will cover everything that young mariners need to know about two classes of sailboats, and is an immersive and fun way to discover a new skill while enjoying the open waters of Beaufort, N.C.

Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 3rd
  • Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 19th

Beaufort

Young residents and visitors who have always dreamed of charting their own course on their water can learn all about the basics of sailing and beyond at the summertime Junior Sailing Program. This day camp that is open to all children ages 8 and over will cover everything that young mariners need to know about two classes of sailboats, and is an immersive and fun way to discover a new skill while enjoying the open waters of Beaufort, N.C.

Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Friday, November 27th 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Swansboro

Celebrate the holidays Crystal Coast style with this annual event that entices locals and visitors alike to get into the holiday spirit. The Swansboro Christmas Flotilla is a time-honored tradition that combines Swansboro’s love of life on the water with a truly festive atmosphere, and the event is sure to become an annual celebration that Crystal Coast visitors will want to return to again and again.

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Sugarloaf Island

Visitors to the central Crystal Coast region who want to embark on a wild island adventure without venturing too far away from the mainland can enjoy a relatively easy trek with a visit to Sugarloaf Island. Veritably hidden in plain sight, this...

Cozy 1-bedroom & bathroom in shared resi...

Your Beaufort adventure begins at this residence where you can rent 1-bedroom with bathroom when all other places are completely booked and you just want a clean place to sleep and wash up. We hope you like animals as you would have to share the...

  • Beaufort
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
Sound Of The Sea West 404, Oceanfront Co...

NOTE: The HOA has scheduled deck inspections on May 13 and May 14. Guests must allow the contractor entry into the unit to access the deck. Each inspection is expected to take less than 30 mins..Sound of the Sea West 404 is a Fourth Floor Oceanfront...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
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...

Pebble Beach B101 - beachside with resor...

Appreciate the best of Emerald Isle from this centrally located first-floor condo in the Pebble Beach complex. Just a few simple steps up, Unit B101 sits at the end of the building—offering a little additional privacy while keeping you close to...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Morehead City Ferry Service

The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...