• Montford Point Marine Weekend

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

    National Montford Point Marine Association, Inc Presents:Montford Point Marine Day Ceremony & Congressional Gold Medal Presentation. Friday, August 22Lejeune Memorial GardensCeremony begins at 8am.Base access not required for ceremony.10a Museum self-guided tour after ceremony. Base access pass required to visit museum. Camp Lejeune Chapter 10 Presents:Friday, August 229p-2a Friday Night Party. Adm: $10.00. Age 25 […]

  • Liberty Festival

    Holly Ridge Municipal Park 417 Kraft Street, Holly Ridge, NC, United States

    Come out for a full afternoon celebration at our Liberty Festival & Hometown Hero’s Celebration — packed with fun, food, music, and fireworks!  Hometown Heroes – Starts at 1:00 PMJoin us as we honor our incredible Hometown Heroes! Enjoy live demonstrations, get up close with emergency and service vehicles during Touch-a-Truck, and snap some great […]

  • Marine Corps Half Marathon

    Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune McHugh Blvd 28547, Camp Lejeune, NC, United States

    Experience the storied legacy of the Marine Corps at the Marine Corps Half Marathon presented by FirstLight Home Care. This year's race is a landmark commemoration of the Marine Corps' 250-year legacy, honoring the unwavering traditions of excellence and sacrifice that have distinguished the Corps since its founding in 1775. Don't miss out on this […]

    $65 – $80
  • Fall at Pogie’s Farm

    Pogie's at the Farm 117 Williams Farm Rd, Maysville, NC, United States

    Open 7am -9:30pm on Fridays - Sundays from Sept. 26 - Oct. 31. -Pumpkin Patch for photos and pumpkin sales-Pumpkin Carving Station (Throw your pumpkin scraps to the pigs!!!)-Kids haybale maze (FREE)-Playground (FREE)-Animal feedings- barn market-Food trucks and ice cream-Local vendors to shop with-Hay Ride-And More Evening Halloween/Fall Trail- 6pm-10pm (FREE)The main trail is FAMILY friendly, […]

  • Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival

    Sneads Ferry Community Center 126 Park Lane, Sneads Ferry, NC, United States

    The 2025 Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival is celebrating its 54th Anniversary!   Enjoy the annual parade, live music, craft vendors, games, children’s activities, fireworks and NC Shrimp fresh off the boat! Visit the website for complete details. Event Facebook Page URL: https://www.facebook.com/SneadsFerryShrimpFestival/    

    $5 – $20
  • Fishstrong Fright Nights Haunted Hayride & Walking Trail

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

    GHOULS, GOBLINS AND ZOMBIES OH MY! Come join the Fishstrong Foundation for their annual FRIGHT NIGHTS HAUNTED HAYRIDE AND WALKING TRAIL. Every Friday and Saturday Sept 26-Nov 1 with a special event on Halloween. Ticket sales start at 6pm and end at 10pm. As always proceeds from the events will go to help North Carolina […]

    $9 – $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

    Mullet Festival 2025 – Cancellation Notice It is with deep regret and heavy hearts that the Town of Swansboro announces the cancellation of the 2025 Mullet Festival, originally scheduled for October 10–12, due to the impending coastal storm and hazardous weather conditions forecasted for our area. This decision was not made lightly. The Mullet Festival […]

  • Beirut Memorial Observance

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

    October 23, 2025 marks 42 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 […]

  • FTM Fashion Week

    Jacksonville Country Club 2201 Country Club Rd, Jacksonville, United States

    Join us for FTM Fashion Week in Jacksonville, NC. Season 12 promises an array of celebrities, fashion bloggers, press coverage, and more!

    $65 – $200
  • Veterans Tribute Weekend

    Get ready for not just one - but two weekends 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 […]

  • 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

  • Veterans Day Parade

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

    It is time for the 28th Annual Veterans Day Parade, hosted by Rolling Thunder®, Inc., Chapter NC5. The parade will be held on November 8, 2025. The purpose of the Veterans Day Parade is for the citizens of Onslow County to have the opportunity to pay a much deserved tribute to the veterans who have served […]

  • Swansboro by Candlelight

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

    Step into a magical winter wonderland in Historic Downtown Swansboro on November 8th, 2025, from 5 pm to 9 pm, as the Swansboro Downtown Merchants & Restaurants host their Annual Swansboro by Candlelight. Enjoy the warm glow of luminaries lining the streets, whimsical shop window displays, and the charming touches of ribbons and bows that […]

  • Mike’s Farm Festival of Lights Hayride

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

    Join us November 13th-December 23rd, 26th-28th for our famous Festival of Lights Hayride! Our Festival of Lights Hayride is a 30 minute ride that will take you through 1.5 miles of Christmas lights and holiday scenes accompanied by Christmas music classics. Held nightly from 6:00-9:00 (weather permitting). Cost is $15 for ages 5 and older. […]

    $15
  • ElJ Farm’s Christmas Town

    ELJ Farms 133 Batting Cage Trail, Jacksonville

    Christmas Town is an annual Christmas light show trail experience the entire family is sure to enjoy! We are located on the Gumbranch - Halfmoon side of Jacksonville, NC and we are a Christmas time favorite in the area. Here at ELJ Farms, Christmas Town is a season that spans the length of the Thanksgiving […]

    $14 – $25
  • 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 71st year! On Saturday, November 22nd, experience the joy of a community tradition as we light up Western Blvd with festive cheer. Be part of the 15,000-strong crowd that gathers to […]

  • 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 […]