Only In Onslow

Hog Wild at Howard Farms

Hog Wild at Howard Farms 165 Rhodestown road, Jacksonville, NC, United States

Welcome to Hog Wild at Howard Farms!! We have a 6-acre corn maze, kiddie corn maze, barrel train ride, tub slide, Fairy Tail Trail Story in Kiddie Corn Maze, jump pad and more. Open Fridays 5-9 pm, Saturdays 11 am - 9 pm, and Sundays 11 am - 6 pm. $15 for General Admission, this […]

$13 – $15

Fishstrong Fright Nights Haunted Hayride & Walking Trail

Fishstrong Foundation 3100 Freedom Way, Hubert, NC, United States

Its time for our annual Fishstrong Fright Nights Haunted Hayride and Walking Trail. As every year, we have changed things up a bit with new scares and frightful attractions that you will not want to miss! There will be food vendors, carnival games, and a pumpkin patch. As always proceeds from the events will go […]

$12 – $18

Mike’s Farm Pumpkin Patch Hayride

Mike's Farm 1600 Haw Branch Rd, Beulaville, NC, United States

One of the most popular year-round events is our fun-filled hayrides. During these rides, both kids and adults can enjoy a relaxing ride on the farm. Many of the rides seem to beak out in a “singing jubilee” that can be heard all over Onslow County! During the month of October, the hayride takes a […]

$2

Swansboro Mullet Festival

Downtown Swansboro 102 West Church Street, Swansboro, NC, United States

Join us downtown Swansboro for the 70th Annual Swansboro Mullet Festival of North Carolina on October 12-13, 2024.  Featuring a parade Saturday at 9am, street vendors, kids’ area, live music, fish fry, food vendors, and more.  The 70th Annual Mullet Festival of North Carolina is presented by Team Chevrolet Swansboro. Stay tuned for more information.  The […]

Beirut Memorial Observance

Lejeune Memorial Gardens 109 Montford Landing Road, Jacksonville, NC, United States

October 23, 2024 marks 41 years since the Peace Mission to Beirut Lebanon The Beirut Memorial was a gift from the citizens of Onslow County to honor those men that lived among us and gave so much. A solemn tribute to 273 Marines who gave the last full measure of devotion in Lebanon and Grenada […]

Veterans Tribute Weekend

Get ready for a weekend of fun celebrating and honoring our veterans! Veterans Tribute NC returns with a full list of activities, including the annual Veterans Day Parade, a family fun event at the Jacksonville Commons, tours of the Lejeune Memorial Gardens, and the Veterans Walk of Honor. Make plans now to join us in […]

Onslow Veterans Pow Wow

American Legion 146 Broadhurst Road, Jacksonville, NC, United States

Celebrating current and past servicemen and women through Native American culture. The Onslow Veterans Pow Wow serves to provide a cultural experience for residents of Onslow County, and adjoining communities to observe, participate, and learn from a broad representation of Native American tribes. Facebook Event Page URL: Onslow Veterans Pow Wow

Swansboro by Candlelight

Downtown Swansboro 102 West Church Street, Swansboro, NC, United States

Historic Downtown Swansboro becomes a magical winter wonderland on November 9th, 2024 from 5 pm - 9 pm as the Swansboro Downtown Merchants & Restaurants host their Annual Swansboro by Candlelight. Luminaries line the streets, shop windows display whimsical scenes, and ribbons & bows put the finishing touches on a journey back to the days […]

ElJ Farm’s Christmas Town

ELJ Farms 133 Batting Cage Trail, Jacksonville

Get an early start on good cheer with EJI Farms’ Christmas Town starting November in Jacksonville. Purchase tickets at Santa's workshop to drive through a myriad of animated Christmas lights, giant toy soldiers, photo ops, and more from either the comfort of your own car/truck or by tractor ride. Open 5:30 pm - 9 pm. […]

$8 – $25

Mike’s Farm Festival of Lights Hayride

Mike's Farm 1600 Haw Branch Rd, Beulaville, NC, United States

Mike's Farm Festival of Lights hayride is a 30 minute hayride around the farm accompanied by all of your favorite Christmas Classics. Along the way are lighted holiday scenes and a live nativity. The hayride is held nightly (weather permitting) starting mid November and running until the end of December.  The first hayride goes out […]

$12

2024 Jacksonville NC Christmas Holiday Parade

Western Blvd. 375 Western Blvd., Jacksonville, NC, United States

Parade starts at 9:45am! Road closes down at 9:00am, please find your seats before this time! Jacksonville’s beloved Christmas Parade is back for its 70th year, and this time we’re Groovin’ Through the Holidays! On Saturday, November 23rd, experience the joy of a community tradition as we light up Western Blvd with festive cheer. Be […]

Christmas Holiday Parade

Western Blvd. 375 Western Blvd., Jacksonville, NC, United States

Parade starts at 9:45am! Road closes down at 9:00am, please find your seats before this time! Jacksonville's beloved Christmas Parade is back for its 70th year, and this time we're Groovin' Through the Holidays! On Saturday, November 23rd, experience the joy of a community tradition as we light up Western Blvd with festive cheer. Be […]

Swansboro Christmas Flotilla

Downtown Swansboro 102 West Church Street, Swansboro, NC, United States

The Swansboro Christmas Flotilla is a time-honored tradition and fun for the whole family! At dusk, on the Friday after Thanksgiving, gather along Swansboro’s waterfront and watch the spectacular parade of lights down the White Oak River. Music will fill the air and you can enjoy treats, such as funnel cakes, cider and hot cocoa […]

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