Summertime means school’s out, the days are longer, and it’s the perfect season for outdoor fun with family and friends. In Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, summer also brings a full lineup of free, fun, and recurring events for all ages to enjoy. We’ve rounded up our favorite Pleasure Island, NC, events to help you make the most of your coastal getaway!
Carolina Beach Summer Events
Music & Fireworks Boardwalk Blast
- When: Thursday Nights at 6:30 PM
- Where: Carolina Beach Gazebo Stage
Get ready to dance the night away at the Carolina Beach Gazebo Stage, where live music and a dazzling fireworks show light up the summer sky. Bands kick off the fun at 6:30 PM and keep the party going until 9:30 PM, with fireworks launching at 9 p.m. to cap off the night. Locals and visitors alike are encouraged to bring chairs and some cash for raffle tickets. Just a heads-up—everything is weather permitting, so fingers crossed for clear skies!
2026 Band Lineup:
- May 22 – Beatlesque
- May 28 – The Petty Mac Revue
- June 4 – Dubtown Cosmonauts
- June 11 – Shoot to Thrill
- June 18 – No Regretz
- June 25 – Spare Change
- July 3 – Carl Newton Review
- July 9 – The Cruise Brothers
- July 16 – Resoul
- July 23 – Port City Shakedown
- July 30 – Machine Gun Band
- August 6 – Oc3ans
- August 13 – The Main Event
- August 20 – Frank Grant & the Feelin’
- August 27 – The Boilin Brothers
- September 4 – Too Much Sylvia
Family Night at the Lake
- When: Tuesday Nights at 6 PM
- Where: Carolina Beach Lake
Tuesday nights this summer are all about family fun at Carolina Beach Lake! From June 17th through July 29th, gather the whole crew for an evening of activities everyone will love. Things kick off at 6 PM with a presentation by the Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project, followed by family-friendly entertainment, face painting, and character visits until 8 PM. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a summer evening together—just remember, all activities are weather permitting!
2026 Entertainment Lineup:
- June 16 – Lynne & DJ Dave
- June 23 – Broccoli Borthers Duo
- June 30 – No Sleeves Magic
- July 7 – Lynne & DJ Dave
- July 14 – The Campfireball
- July 21 – No Sleeves Magic
- July 28 – Broccoli Brothers Trio
Summer Movies at the Lake
- When: Sunday Nights at Dusk
- Where: Carolina Beach Lake
When dusk settles in, it’s the perfect time to unwind from the day. This summer, spend your Sunday evenings enjoying an outdoor movie at Carolina Beach Lake with the whole family! Bring a blanket, some chairs, and your favorite snacks to kick back and watch a weekly lineup of family-friendly films. Please note that the movie schedule may change; all showings are subject to weather.
2026 Movie Schedule:
- May 24 – Zootopia 2
- May 31 – Elio
- June 7 – The Parent Trap (1998)
- June 14 – Paddington in Peru
- June 21 – The Wild Robot
- June 28 – The Garfield Movie
- July 5 – National Treasure
- July 12 – Lilo & Stitch (2025)
- July 19 – GOAT
- July 26 – The Last Rodeo
- August 2 – Hoppers
- August 9 – How to Train Your Dragon (2025)
- August 16 – Jurassic Park
- August 23 – Sketch
- August 30 – The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants
- September 6 – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Kure Beach Summer Events
Story Time by the Sea
- When: Wednesday Mornings at 10 AM, starting June 10th
- Where: Kure Beach Ocean Front Park Pavilion
Kick off your Wednesday mornings at the Kure Beach Ocean Front Park Pavilion! Bring the kids out for storytime with a magical princess and her fairytale friends, followed by fun crafts and games. Don’t forget your camera—you’ll want to capture all the sweet, storybook memories you’ll make with these enchanting characters!
Book your Summer Vacation to Pleasure Island
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With so many fun, free events happening all summer long, Pleasure Island is the perfect place to make unforgettable memories with family and friends. From live music and fireworks to movie nights and magical mornings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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