# Festivals in Carolina Beach | Cultural Events & Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Explore upcoming festivals in  Carolina Beach. Discover cultural celebrations, street fairs and seasonal events happening across the city. Join the festivities.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## Festivals Events in Carolina Beach

- **Event Name**: Carolina Beach MusicFest - SATURDAY BEACH MUSIC
  - **Description**: The festival takes place on the beach at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and is the longest running beach music festival in the United States that is still held on the beach

Enjoy a day (or two) of great music with ocean views and all Carolina Beach has to
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/carolina-beach-musicfest-saturday-beach-music/200029306582512
  - **Venue**: Boardwalk, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States
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  - **Categories**: music-festivals, festivals, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Wilmington Sky Lantern Festival by Glow
  - **Description**: When the Night Glows, Your Light Become a Star.
As the sun slips beneath the horizon and the first stars awaken, a whisper stirs across the night: this is where the magic begins.

Welcome to GLOW, a lantern festival crafted to feel like stepping into a dr
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/wilmington-sky-lantern-festival-by-glow/200029338345354
  - **Venue**: Wilmington North Carolina
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  - **Categories**: festivals, mid-autumn-festivals, art
- **Event Name**: The 10th Annual Carolina Beach Inlet Association Chowder Cook-Off
  - **Description**: Our annual event, The 10th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, is scheduled for Saturday April 11th. Some details might be adjusted, and of course, a lot more information will soon be added.

The event opens at Noon for the Event Judges, who will be sampling e
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/the-10th-annual-carolina-beach-inlet-association-chowder-cook-off/200029681347840
  - **Venue**: Good Hops Brewing
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  - **Categories**: sports, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: 5kish Beer Run- Good Hops Brewing
  - **Description**: Link to sign up and race day details:
https://runsignup.com/goodhops5kishbeerrun

Join us Father's Day Weekend (Saturday, June 20th) for the 11th annual Good Hops “Will Run for Beer” trail race followed by post-race awards and festivities at the brewery!
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  - **Date**: Sat Jun 20 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/5kish-beer-run-good-hops-brewing/200029707197610
  - **Venue**: 811 Harper Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC
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  - **Categories**: Sports, trips-adventures, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: 2026 Carolina Beach Nationals and World Team Qualifiers
  - **Description**: The GRANDDADDY of Beach Wrestling Tournaments in the United States!! Its Sand, Sun, and FUN for all ages... PLUS... World Team qualification is on the line for U17, U20, U23, and Seniors!! Its the Daytona 500 of Beach Wrestling!! And its RIGHT HERE in Car
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/2026-carolina-beach-nationals-and-world-team-qualifiers/200029849060726
  - **Venue**: Carolina Beach Boardwalk
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  - **Categories**: sports, tournaments, wrestling
- **Event Name**: 6th Annual Pets in the Park
  - **Description**: The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to host it's 5th Annual Pets in the Park event scheduled for **SATURDAY** OCT 10, 2026, from 10 am-2 pm at Carolina Beach Lake Park.

​Pets in the Park celebrates and promotes local pet-centric businesse
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/6th-annual-pets-in-the-park/200029514672830
  - **Venue**: Carolina Beach Lake
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  - **Categories**: music, nonprofit, charities, kids, contests, live-music, art, fine-arts, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Wilmington NC Salty Pirate Festival
  - **Description**: Avast, ye scallywags! Hoist the sails and brace for a weekend of legendary chaos at Salty Pirate, the ultimate two-day pirate festival for seadogs, landlubbers, and rum-soaked rogues of all ages! Whether ye fancy yourself a fearless captain, a wild wench,
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Oct 18 2026 at 10:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/wilmington-nc-salty-pirate-festival/200029585240248
  - **Venue**: Wilmington North Carolina
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  - **Categories**: festivals, workshops, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Port Brunswick Day
  - **Description**: Join us at Brunswick Town/Fort Anderson State Historic Site for the return of Port Brunswick Day! Living historians will be interpreting various colonial trades and aspects of colonial life, including candle making, blacksmithing, woodworking, and more. K
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/port-brunswick-day/200029613726020
  - **Venue**: 8884 Saint Phillips Rd SE, Winnabow, NC, United States, North Carolina 28479
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  - **Categories**: kids
- **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Carolina Beach MuralFest
  - **Description**: Join 46 Artists at the Carolina Beach Lake and watch them paint LIVE on Saturday, May 16- Sunday, May 17.About this Event46 Artists. Pleasure Island Children's Business Market. Celtic Creamery Truck. Nothing Bundt Cakes.
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carolina-beach/2nd-annual-carolina-beach-muralfest/100001985579285092
  - **Venue**: Carolina Beach Lake Park
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  - **Price**: Free

## Trending Events in Carolina Beach

- **Event Name**: Carolina Beach Scavenger Hunt For Couples - SHOW LOVE (Date Night!!)
  - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES
  - **Venue**: Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: Willie Nelson — Wilmington
  - **Description**: Willie Nelson continues his North Carolina run with a performance at Live Oak Bank Pavilion in Wilmington.

His music has stood the test of time, with songs that continue to connect with audiences across generations. Tracks like “On the Road Again,” “Alwa
  - **Venue**: Wilmington NC
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- **Event Name**: Carolina Beach MusicFest - SATURDAY BEACH MUSIC
  - **Description**: The festival takes place on the beach at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and is the longest running beach music festival in the United States that is still held on the beach

Enjoy a day (or two) of great music with ocean views and all Carolina Beach has to
  - **Venue**: Boardwalk, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States
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- **Event Name**: Ani DiFranco: Spirit of Love Tour
  - **Description**: Ani DiFranco

Venue: Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
Wilmington, NC

Date: 03 May, 2026 - 06:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Wilmington NC
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- **Event Name**: Wilco
  - **Description**: Wilco

Venue: Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
Wilmington, NC

Date: 13 Jul, 2026 - 06:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Wilmington NC
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- **Event Name**: Saint Joseph Street Block party
  - **Description**: Join us for an unforgettable day at the Saint Joseph Street Block Party, hosted by Putter Pub, Hop Lite, Neopolitan & Four Hounds Distilling. 
We’re shutting down the street and turning it into the ultimate community celebration!

🎶 Live Music

🎤 12–2
  - **Venue**: 801 St. Joseph Street, Carolina Beach, NC
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- **Event Name**: Mt. Joy  Tickets
  - **Description**: "Mt. Joy brings a soul-stirring mix of indie rock warmth, soaring melodies, and raw emotional power.
Their live show glows with heartfelt vocals, magnetic grooves, and unforgettable energy.
#MtJoy #IndieRockVibes #FeelGoodMusic #LiveInConcert
  - **Venue**: Wilmington NC
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- **Event Name**: Wilmington Sky Lantern Festival by Glow
  - **Description**: When the Night Glows, Your Light Become a Star.
As the sun slips beneath the horizon and the first stars awaken, a whisper stirs across the night: this is where the magic begins.

Welcome to GLOW, a lantern festival crafted to feel like stepping into a dr
  - **Venue**: Wilmington North Carolina
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- **Event Name**: The 10th Annual Carolina Beach Inlet Association Chowder Cook-Off
  - **Description**: Our annual event, The 10th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, is scheduled for Saturday April 11th. Some details might be adjusted, and of course, a lot more information will soon be added.

The event opens at Noon for the Event Judges, who will be sampling e
  - **Venue**: Good Hops Brewing
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Carolina Beach?
  - **A:** Carolina Beach MusicFest - SATURDAY BEACH MUSIC (Sat Jun 06 2026 at 10:00 am at Boardwalk, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States), Wilmington Sky Lantern Festival by Glow (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 06:00 pm at Wilmington North Carolina), The 10th Annual Carolina Beach Inlet Association Chowder Cook-Off (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 01:00 pm at Good Hops Brewing), 5kish Beer Run- Good Hops Brewing (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 09:00 am at 811 Harper Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC), 2026 Carolina Beach Nationals and World Team Qualifiers (Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 am at Carolina Beach Boardwalk).
- **Q**: What are the top free Festivals events in Carolina Beach?
  - **A:** 2nd Annual Carolina Beach MuralFest (Sat May 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Carolina Beach Lake Park).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Carolina Beach this weekend April 10–12, 2026?
  - **A:** The 10th Annual Carolina Beach Inlet Association Chowder Cook-Off (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 01:00 pm at Good Hops Brewing).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Carolina Beach in April 2026?
  - **A:** Wilmington Sky Lantern Festival by Glow (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 06:00 pm at Wilmington North Carolina), The 10th Annual Carolina Beach Inlet Association Chowder Cook-Off (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 01:00 pm at Good Hops Brewing).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Carolina Beach?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Carolina Beach on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Carolina Beach?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Carolina Beach?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Carolina Beach include Boardwalk, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States, Wilmington North Carolina, Good Hops Brewing.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Carolina Beach?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Carolina Beach include Carolina Beach Music Festival, Luna Ticketing, Carolina Beach Inlet Association.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Carolina Beach?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Carolina Beach.

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