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Swansboro by Candlelight is a cherished holiday tradition that transforms historic downtown Swansboro into a festive winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, seasonal decorations, and small-town charm. Held annually in November, the event marks the unofficial start of the holiday season on the Crystal Coast, inviting residents and visitors to gather for an evening of shopping, entertainment, and community celebration in one of North Carolina’s most picturesque waterfront towns.
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The Core Sound Chow Down is a popular annual culinary event that celebrates the food traditions, community spirit, and coastal heritage of Down East Carteret County. Held each December at the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center on Harkers Island, the event serves as the traditional kickoff to the museum’s Waterfowl Weekend festivities, drawing residents and visitors from across eastern North Carolina.
Visitors taking a stroll through Beaufort can’t help but admire the collection of historic homes and charming city blocks that have been guarding the waterfront for centuries. Many of these structures are part of the Beaufort Historic District...
PLEASE NOTE: The ELEVATOR will be OUT OF ORDER on September 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2026 for repairs and maintenance. Stairs are available at both ends of the building.It doesn’t get any better than this Oceanfront, attractively decorated, top floor, 2...
A Southern Exposure is a statuesque Oceanfront 8 Bedroom, 6 Full-Bath, 1 Half-Bath home. Appreciate the convenience of being right on the water and all of the space for your entire event to appreciate. Make A Southern Exposure your choice for your...
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...
Awesome Discounts! The week 8/15-8/22 has been reduced by 20%! No promo needed!Stunning multi-level oceanfront 1/2 duplex with King, 2 Queens, Twin and Double/Twin Bunk. Linens included. Features oceanfront master with whirlpool, decks with seating...
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...






