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Beaufort, NC Night Life Events - 2026 Schedule

Beaufort, NC Night Life Events - 2026 Schedule

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

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.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

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.

Event info is subject to change at any time. Check associated official event websites for latest.

Week of May 10, 2027 - May 16, 2027
Friday, May 14th - Saturday, May 15th
Beaufort

The Beaufort Music Festival has become a beloved event for music lovers everywhere, thanks to its amazing line-up of talented artists, and its home base in the charming coastal town of Beaufort. Featuring two full days of music that are stocked with local, regional, and even nationally recognized artists and performers, the Beaufort Music Festival is an enchanting way for newcomers to discover a range of new sounds and talents without ever leaving the heart of the Crystal Coast.

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Activities for Kids in Beaufort, NC

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...

Charming 2 Bedroom Coastal Condo – Clo...

*We are able to offer reservations in weekly increments with arrivals and departures on Friday, Saturday, and Sundays.*Step into your serene beach escape at A Place at the Beach II, where this elegantly refreshed 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo blends...

  • Atlantic Beach
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
A Southern Exposure, Oceanfront House in...

A Southern Exposure is a statuesque Oceanfront 8 Bedroom, 6 Full-Bath, 1 Half-Bath home. Savor 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 next...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 16
Morehead City Ferry Service

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...

Well maintained 4 bed/4 bath house in qu...

This 6th row, 2,000 square foot, 4 bedroom / 4 bath, half-duplex, beach home is located on the ocean side of the main road (Emerald Drive) and a short walk to two community beach access walkways. The area is very peaceful and, due to the...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
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...