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June 2022
Swansboro Arts by the Sea
The much-anticipated Swansboro Arts by the Sea Festival is held annually on the second Saturday of June on the waterfront in Downtown Swansboro, North Carolina. From fabulous art and fine crafts to delicious food and wine tasting, this coastal arts and crafts festival has something for everyone. Browse the historic downtown streets of Swansboro as they are lined with some of the finest art and handmade crafts such as pottery, jewelry, paintings, carvings, photography, sculptures, stained glass art and more.…
Find out more »North Carolina Pacific Arts Festival
The 2022 North Carolina Pacific Arts Festival will take place at the American Legion 146 in Jacksonville, NC. This free two day event will feature three competitions, authentic food, entertainment and craft vendors. The Mission Statement of the NCPAF states that “we will preserve and portray the cultures, arts and crafts of our Islands.” Accordingly, they are well versed in the appropriate meaning, pronunciation, and visual presentation of the various languages, including the utilization of an array of diacritical and…
Find out more »July 2022
Ocean City Jazz Festival
The festival will celebrate its 12th year of existence, which was created to commemorate the anniversary of the founding of the Ocean City Community in 1949, which was the first area developed for African-Americans to purchase and own coastal property in North Carolina, 15 years before the Civil Rights Act. The Ocean City Jazz Festival is committed to presenting the gold-standard of jazz by producing a showcase event that raises an appreciation of the genre of jazz, fosters economic growth,…
Find out more »September 2022
Marine Corps Half Marathon
Run shoulder to shoulder with Onslow County’s military heroes. The Marine Corps Half Marathon is a scenic flat run and lends itself to setting personal best records. Ideal for experienced half marathon runners as well as beginners. Accept the challenge and receive your hero’s welcome! The Marine Corps Half Marathon is steeped in tradition. Hosted by MCCS Lejeune-New River Semper Fit, the Marine Corps Half Marathon provides runners the honor of running aboard the majestic Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.…
Find out more »October 2022
Swansboro Mullet Festival
Mmm, mmm, mullet! Whether you prefer fried, broiled, grilled, smoked or stewed, you can get mullet any way you like it at the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. The festival began in 1954 and is the oldest festival in the Crystal Coast. The Mullet Festival is a street fair featuring arts and crafts vendors, a parade, street dance, children's carnival, food, and entertainment for all. Event Facebook Page URL: swansborofestivals.com/mullet-festival
Find out more »Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival
The 2022 Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival is celebrating its 51st Anniversary! Enjoy the annual parade, live music, craft vendors, games, children’s activities, fireworks and NC Shrimp fresh off the boat! Friday, 10/21 - Come out for an evening of live music starting at 5 pm. Saturday, 10/22 - The day begins at 9 am with the parade. Live music on the main stage followed by a full day of family fun festivities. Visit the website for complete details. Event Facebook…
Find out more »November 2022
Onslow Veterans Pow Wow
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
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