The annual Wooden Boat Show is a tradition in the town of Beaufort, and its 50th celebration in 2026 promises to be bigger and more engaging than ever before. With a long roster of activities that are slated for the weekend-long event, visitors will be treated to a wealth of activities, displays, exhibits, and interactive ways to join in the fun.
Come and marvel as a fleet of wooden boats are constructed from start to finish before your eyes at this competition that pits boat-builders against each other in one of the most anticipated events of the Annual Wooden Boat Show. The BoatBuilding Challenge is an event that's been going strong for more than 15 years as of 2026, and the competition features 18 teams who will battle it out to craft the best wooden boat in just four hours’ time.
Visitors can explore the best aspects of downtown Beaufort inside and out with the annual Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour. Held throughout this coastal community, and featuring a number of popular sites including the buildings within the Beaufort Historic Site, area gardens, local churches, the Old Burying Ground and much more, this event provides an in-depth look into what makes Beaufort both historic and continually charming.
Beaufort NC is distinctive in that the cool waterfront town can appeal to visitors of all tastes, styles, and ages, and this is especially evident when it comes to the region’s youngest visitors. From wild pirate-themed tours and cruises to...
Do you appreciate the beauty of Dolphins swimming in the ocean? Why not stay at Dolphin Watch East and savor the spectacular vistas of the ocean and catch a glimpse of the Dolphins! Dolphin Watch East is a 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Oceanfront Duplex with...
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Diamond Girl is a impressive Oceanfront House with 8 bedrooms and 8 full baths, and a half bath. This home’s location in Emerald Isle gives you access to all the Crystal Coast has to offer including Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle and historic...
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Visitors of all ages will have a blast at this destination that is designed for great times along the Crystal Coast shoreline. Professor Hacker's Lost Treasure Golf and Raceway is situated in the centrally located beach community of Salter Path, and...
This is a Historic Motel and All Rooms are Private. This listing is for a standard room, queen bed, modest refrigerator, microwave, tv/dvd, coffeemaker. Options for Upgrade to Oversized suites with full kitchens or 2BR 1 Bath cottages. with Living...
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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...