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Beaufort, NC Fishing Tournaments Events - 2026 Schedule

Beaufort, NC Fishing Tournaments Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of June 1, 2026 - June 7, 2026
Friday, June 5th - Sunday, June 14th
Morehead City

Known as one of the biggest and best fishing tournaments along the Eastern Seaboard, the annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament is a Crystal Coast-wide celebration that extends from the open and offshore Atlantic waters to the local docks of the Beaufort, Morehead City, and the Atlantic Beach waterfront.

Week of June 8, 2026 - June 14, 2026
Friday, June 5th - Sunday, June 14th
Morehead City

Known as one of the biggest and best fishing tournaments along the Eastern Seaboard, the annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament is a Crystal Coast-wide celebration that extends from the open and offshore Atlantic waters to the local docks of the Beaufort, Morehead City, and the Atlantic Beach waterfront.

Week of October 12, 2026 - October 18, 2026
Monday, October 12th - Saturday, October 17th
Swansboro

Head to the Crystal Coast to enjoy some of the best fishing conditions all year long by participating in October’s annual Swansboro Five-0 King Mackerel Tournament. This popular fishing tournament features up to $180,000 in prizes for participants, and is a great way to enjoy the down home culture, hospitality, and great coastal waters of Swansboro and the greater Crystal Coast region.

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Beaufort History

Established in 1709, and renowned as the third oldest town in the state, Beaufort truly is a community where history comes alive. From dozens of residences that have decorated the local downtown streets for centuries, to hidden landmarks and...

Oceanside Home with water views with com...

Welcome to Teal Tides – Your Relaxing Oceanside Retreat!Escape to Teal Tides, a elegantly appointed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom oceanview home in the family-friendly Sea Dreams community. Perfectly located just 150 yards from the sand and steps from...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
NEW Beautiful Custom Build Beach Home. O...

New ( 2020 ) and impeccably decorated home. This huge family friendly home is a Stunning 5 bedroom, 4 bath home and has vistas of the ocean. The home has a 14 x 36 private Heated pool exclusively for you and your event. Extensive light filled living...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Shackleford Wild Horse & Shelling Safari

Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...

Beachfront Community • Private Beach A...

Located in a relaxing Oceanfront Community, this impressive condo enjoys a convenient, UNBEATABLE LOCATION close to eateries, shopping, and local attractions.Step outside to 600 feet of private beach access through two oceanfront gazebos with...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Island Express Ferry Service

Island Express Ferry Service LLC is the only authorized concessionaire to drop off at Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks! Offering departures from both Beaufort and nearby Harkers Island, Island Express Ferry Service serves as the...