Spring is in full bloom and there are a lot of fun events coming up in the Carolina Beach area! The month of April brings us the celebration of Easter this year as well as a lot of festivals. Music, good food and tradition are abundant for locals and tourists alike throughout the month. If you are planning a trip to the Carolina Beach area, your calendar will be full of fun.
Upcoming Events
Alligator Egg Hunt
The annual Alligator Egg Hunt will be held at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher on April 8th, 14th, and 15th. It offers children an opportunity to meet a live baby alligator, create their own special alligator egg basket and hunt for candy-filled eggs in the Aquarium’s garden.
5K Race for the Planet
Celebrate the Earth by participating in the 5K Race for the Planet
Pleasure Island Seafood, Blues & Jazz Festival
Rescheduled from October 2016, the 23rd Annual Pleasure Island Seafood Blues & Jazz Festival will be held on April 23rd. It will feature live music by Grammy Award-winning bluesman Jonny Lang. Held at the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area in Kure Beach, this event will provide music that can’t be beaten and locally prepared seafood is simply the best in the region. Coolers and pets are not allowed, but bring your chairs, towels, and blankets for a great day of music and seafood at the coast.
Kure Beach 70th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate all things Kure Beach with the town’s 70th Anniversary Celebration at the Ocean Front Park and Pavilion on April 28th and 29th. Enjoy live music Friday night with The Imitations and enjoy a Street Festival Saturday from 11 am – 5 pm featuring historical programming and more.
Come join us for all the spring fun and enjoy the beach and beautiful waters!