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Find locally inspired restaurants and shops, things to do, as well as featured attractions, events and more throughout Onslow County. From the rural coastal plains community of Richlands to Jacksonville, as well as the coastal towns of Swansboro and Sneads Ferry, and beautiful North Topsail Beach, there is something unique to see, experience and do, #OnlyinOnslow.
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Located at the southern coast of North Carolina, family fun adventures await in Onslow’s Great Outdoors. Our coastal location makes being out on the water nearly a year-round opportunity with a variety of adventures on tap. As home to Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, our area is steeped in military tradition and history that inspires our visitors to experience a unique and palpable sense of heartfelt patriotism that is all their own. From our rural coastal plains region, all the way out to North Topsail Beach, Sneads Ferry, and the quaint historic waterfront town of Swansboro, unforgettable family memories are made in Onslow.
“I have been cleaning fish that were literally swimming an hour before they’re on your plate. That’s as fresh as it gets in my opinion. I can attest to that.”
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It's #TastyTuesday, and we're in a local beachy vibe kind of mood. Beach Bum's Pizza Bar & Grill is just that kind of place. Pizza, pink margaritas, beer, sandwich wraps, live music. Kick the sand off your feet and meet us there! #OnlyinOnslow #NTB
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Today is National #FlagDay, commemorating the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 - - 244 years ago! Lejeune Memorial Gardens is a place to reflect and take in the full appreciation of what the American flag represents in the valor and patriotism of our armed forces. #OnlyinOnslow #VisitJacksonvilleNC
How's your appetite? It's #TastyTuesday at Agave Azul Modern Mex & Cantina in #SneadsFerry, with a modern twist on all your favorite Mexican cuisine favorites. Try one of their signature hand-crafted margaritas! #OnlyinOnslow #ShrimpCapitalOfTheEastCoast
It's Saturday night and we're celebrating National #MoonshineDay with Onslow County's local craft distiller, Walton's Distillery! Gather with some friends and mix up some craft cocktails with their recipes! If you haven't been there in person, enjoy their tastings and distillery tours! #OnlyinOnslow
📍 261 Ben Williams Rd., Jacksonville
📱 waltonsdistillery.com
Open Mon. thru Sat. - 10am to 5pm
🇺🇲❤️ MEMORIAL DAY In honor and in memory of those servicemen and women that made the ultimate sacrifice, members of our local community, both on and off Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune placed flags graveside at the Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville across from Lejeune Memorial Gardens.
Today, there will be virtual Memorial Day Observance at the Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery at 11:00 am, held by Jacksonville’s local Military Order of the Purple Heart. See it live on the Jacksonville North Carolina Government Facebook Page.
Captain Lance shared a great view of last night’s sunset! 👌🏼🌅 Cant beat the views along the New River with @bayonetcruises in Jacksonville, NC!
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A super activity-filled weekend is ahead all throughout Onslow County! Get out there and have some fun in the sun! Check out the line up on our Facebook Events Page. #OnlyinOnslow #OnslowOutdoors 🌞
🎈Bring the whole family out for the New River Splash Triathlon & FESTIVAL on Saturday in downtown Jacksonville! Celebrate the athletes, enjoy food trucks and kids activities!
🚣🏽♀️ Paddle the Intracoastal waterways on a eco tour or kayak with your dog with tour operators Pogie's Fishing Center and Swansboro Paddle Boarding! See events on both Saturday and Sunday!
🐎Juniper Creek Outfitters and Guide Service is having a fishing tourney and the Tarheel Horseman's Assoc - Open Horse show is taking place at Whippoorwill Arena. Both on Saturday.
👩🏽🤝👨🏻 Humphrey Farm is having a Saturday Night at the Farm event! Enjoy a great weekend!
It's a sweet #TastyTuesday at Darel's Bakery and Sweets - Richlands! If you like a good donut, you'll LOVE their unique spin on croissants! For something cool, try their milk shakes and ice cream. Add some love to their Blessing Box! It's easy, just bring some non-perishable items to offer to someone in the local #RichlandsNC community who might need it. #OnlyinOnslow
