There’s a host of reasons to explore a creative side, as well as the picturesque Swansboro waterfront, at the Swansboro Arts by the Sea Festival. This unique and day-long festival has a wealth of activities, entertainment and enticements for everyone in the family, and with plenty of food, crafts, children’s activities, shopping opportunities and more, the festival is sure to be a highlight of any Crystal Coast vacation.
If you’re a southern seafood fan, then you’re going to love the annual Mullet Festival of Swansboro. This two-day affair features a wealth of ways to enjoy this local crystal coast staple, as well as plenty of games and activities that celebrate the food, flavor, and all around fun of the heart of Swansboro and the North Carolina coastline.
Come explore a winter wonderland of holiday sights, sounds, and smells at this festive event that is celebrating its 12th year in 2026. The annual Gingerbread Festival & Competition is a fun and all-encompassing celebration that has incredible gingerbread displays, fun crafts and activities for the kids, and lots of ways to celebrate the holidays in style while admiring some of the most unique and creative gingerbread creations that the Crystal Coast has to offer.
Even a town as sunny as Beaufort can be subjected to the occasional rainy day, but visitors will soon discover that a dreary afternoon is no reason to forego the fun in this small town destination that’s overflowing with on-site and...
4 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | Ocean Vistas & Beach AccessThis roomy coastal home comfortably sleeps guests with 3 Queen beds, 1 King bed, and 1 Twin bed. Linens are included with beds made prior to arrival, so you can relax as soon as you check...
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 9
Summer Winds C-428 is a Direct Oceanfront Condo! From the living area, you have an spectacular view of the ocean and can hear the sound of waves crashing against the shore providing ambiance of tranquility and relaxation. The open-concept design...
- Indian Beach
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 6
Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...
Leave your worries behind and head to this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental in Emerald Isle, North Carolina! This ocean front condo offers a full kitchen, a comfortable interior with complimentary WiFi, access to community pools, and more to...
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 4
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...