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Beaufort, NC Night Life Events - 2026 Schedule

Beaufort, NC Night Life Events - 2026 Schedule
This Week
Saturday, July 11th 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Beaufort

Head to one of Beaufort’s favorite local landmarks for one of the most festive and anticipated parties of the year. The Beaufort Historic Association's Summer Party is an annual celebration that features an enchanting atmosphere complete with delicious food, an open bar, ample live music and dancing, auctions, and a host of ways to toast the summer while supporting a beloved local cause.

Week of August 10, 2026 - August 16, 2026
Friday, August 14th 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Swansboro

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of excitement and generosity! Crystal Coast Habitat for Humanity presents Casino Night, where every spin of the wheel and shuffle of the cards builds homes and hope for working families in our community. Join us at the Swansboro Rotary Civic Center on August 14th at 6:30 PM for an exciting night filled with your favorite casino games, live entertainment, and fabulous prizes. Whether you’re a blackjack pro or a roulette rookie, there’s something for everyone. Tickets are selling fast, so buy now to secure your spot at the hottest event in town. Let’s play, let’s win, and let’s make a difference together.

Week of November 9, 2026 - November 15, 2026
Saturday, November 14th 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Swansboro

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.

Week of November 30, 2026 - December 6, 2026
Friday, December 4th 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Harkers Island

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.

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Beaufort, NC Museums

The Crystal Coast is renowned for its centuries of history and fascinating attractions, and new visitors will discover that when it comes to maritime heritage, all roads seemingly lead to Beaufort. Renowned as North Carolina’s third oldest...

Beachfront Comfort 3BR Condo w/Ocean Vie...

Appreciate pretty sunsets and oceanfront living in this handsome 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner condo designed for a calming beach hideaway. Comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests, the unit features a king bedroom, queen bedroom, a room with two...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Luxury Upper Duplex

Feel a completely modernized upper duplex just 500ft from the beach! Savor classy, modern decor, all-new appliances, and a cavernous, comfortable layout. Ideal for calming after a day in the sun, with painless access to the public beach. The space...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Footprints East, Oceanfront Duplex in Em...

Get Ready to leave your footprints in the sand at Susie's Ocean Retreat East!This Oceanfront Duplex with 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, and 1 Half Bath. Appreciate elegance and luxury in a beach home with seascape vistas – and a swimming pool! And we...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...