Calendar of Events
2009
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Thursday, 05/21/2009 - Thursday, 09/03/2009 |
| "Boardwalk Blast" Summer Event Series
All summer long 5 days a week enjoy live & DJ music, dancing, kids activities, bingo and more! Tues: Family Nite 6-8pm Bounce house, kid's activities, variety shows, story telling, arts & crafts. Wed: Cash Bingo 6-8pm, Cash prizes up to $1500. Nominal fee to play. Thurs: Live Music at Gazebo 6:30-9:30. Great local or regional bands perform at the Gazebo stage before and after the fireworks display at the Boardwalk. Friday: 6-8pm. Shaggin' is back at the Boardwalk! DJ Music and some of the best shag dancing ever. Saturday: Kid's Bingo 6-8pm Great family atmosphere. Kids can win prizes and have lots of fun! Sunday: Trop Rock DJ 6-8pm Island country & Caribbean tropical rock music. Time to relax and enjoy before the movie at the lake! All events are Free (except Bingo). Come see more renovations at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk. For more info go to www.boardwalkmakeover.org Carolina Beach Boardwalk Carolina Beach, NC 28428 www.boardwalkmakeover.org |
Friday, 05/22/2009 - Thursday, 08/27/2009 |
| Carolina Beach Film & Fireworks Series
The town of Carolina Beach, N.C. will be hosting a "Film and Fireworks Series" this summer. The events will take place on Sundays and Thursdays beginning May 21, weather permitting. Family-friendly movies will be held at Carolina Beach Lake Park every Sunday and a fireworks display will be on the beach near the boardwalk each Thursday at 9pm, weather permitting, and a band performing from 6pm-9pm. Both events will be free and concessions will be available. Call 910.458.8434 for more information or visit our web site. Please note that on Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day Weekend, the Fireworks have been moved to Friday evening. Carolina Beach Lake Hwy 421 & Atlanta Ave. Carolina Beach, NC 28428 www.carolinabeachgetaway.com/outdoor/Movie%20Schedule |
Wednesday, 06/10/2009 - Wednesday, 08/12/2009 |
| Sea Turtle Talk
Every Wednesday at 7pm from June 10 until August 12 learn about threatened and endangered sea turtles nesting and hatching on our beaches from May - October and how you can help protect these magnificent creatures. Presented by the Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project. For more information call 910.538.2918 or 910.352.1765. Carolina Beach State Park Visitor Center 1010 State Park Road Carolina Beach, NC 28428 www.seaturtleproject.org |
Friday, 06/12/2009 - Friday, 08/28/2009 |
| Pleasure Island Free Summer Concert Series
The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce hosts their Free Summer Concerts at the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area located along the Cape Fear River. They are held on the second and fourth Fridays in June, July and August (weather permitting). Grab the children, bring a chair or blanket and prepare to sit back, relax and enjoy some great music from 6pm to 8 PM. This year you are allowed to bring your own food. No alcoholic beverages or pets are allowed. Beverages are for sale on site. Call 910.458.8434 for more information. Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area 118 Riverfront Rd Kure Beach, NC 28449 www.pleasureislandnc.org |
Friday, 07/03/2009 |
| Pleasure Island Independence Day Fireworks
Come down to the beach strand directly in front of the Boardwalk in Carolina Beach and enjoy the best fireworks display this Island has to offer. Be sure to bring your blanket, beach chairs and food and prepare yourself for a show like none other. Fireworks begin at 9pm and are free and open to the public. Call 910.458.8434 for more information. Carolina Beach On the beach end of Cape Fear Blvd Carolina Beach, NC 28428 www.pleasureislandnc.org |
Saturday, 07/04/2009 |
| 4th of July Cruise on the Winner Party Boats
Get the best view of the spectacular Southport fireworks show. Dinner will be served while cruising along the Cape Fear River. On the return trip, you can dance the night away under the starts while sipping your favorite cocktails. Board at the Carolina Beach Marina at 6:30pm Adults $50, children 12 and under $35. Limited tickets sold. Call 910.458.5356 for reservations. Winner Boats 100 Carl Winner Ave Carolina Beach, NC 28428 www.winnerboats.com |
Sunday, 07/05/2009 |
| Canoeing with the NC Aquarium
The Aquarium offers a canoeing program that takes participants on a three-hour exploration of the Zeke's Island Estuarine Research Reserve, considered to be one of the most unusual areas of the North Carolina coasts. The trip includes an almost one mile paddle across the basin to Zeke's Island. Common animals seen while touring the salt marsh include pelicans, seagulls, egrets, herons, ibis, sea turtles, and dolphins. After arriving on the island, participants search for blue crabs, small fish, and invertebrates using crab rigs and dip nets, and also learn how to use cast and seine nets to catch fish. Throughout the journey, information on the history and maritime culture of this breathtaking area is described by the instructors. Participants should be able to swim and be capable of sustained physical exertion. The program is for ages 8 and up. Ages 8-12 must be accompanied by two adults. The fee is $25 per participant. Pre-registration is required. Call 910.458.7468 for more information and registration. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher 900 Loggerhead Rd Kure Beach, NC 28449 www.ncaquariums.com |
Friday, 07/10/2009 - Sunday, 07/12/2009 |
| Annual East Coast Got Em On Classic King Tournament
The East Coast Got-Em-On Classic King Mackerel Tournament- This is our oldest and biggest fundraiser. Sponsored by the East Coast Got Em On Live. Details Call 910.512.0542 for more information. Carolina Beach Yacht Basin Carolina Beach, NC 28428 www.got-em-on-classic.com |
Saturday, 07/11/2009 |
| Canoeing with the NC Aquarium
The Aquarium offers a canoeing program that takes participants on a three-hour exploration of the Zeke's Island Estuarine Research Reserve, considered to be one of the most unusual areas of the North Carolina coasts. The trip includes an almost one mile paddle across the basin to Zeke's Island. Common animals seen while touring the salt marsh include pelicans, seagulls, egrets, herons, ibis, sea turtles, and dolphins. After arriving on the island, participants search for blue crabs, small fish, and invertebrates using crab rigs and dip nets, and also learn how to use cast and seine nets to catch fish. Throughout the journey, information on the history and maritime culture of this breathtaking area is described by the instructors. Participants should be able to swim and be capable of sustained physical exertion. The program is for ages 8 and up. Ages 8-12 must be accompanied by two adults. The fee is $25 per participant. Pre-registration is required. Call 910.458.7468 for more information and registration. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher 900 Loggerhead Rd Kure Beach, NC 28449 www.ncaquariums.com |
Saturday, 07/11/2009 |
| "Wild, Wicked, Wartime Wilmington" Lecture
Experience Wilmington as you've never seen it before! Bob Cooke, author of Wild, Wicked, Wartime Wilmington, will share stories of the wicked and wild happenings in Wilmington during the Civil War. Come early and hear Fort Fisher historian, Ray Flowers lecture on Fort Fisher during the Civil War at 10:30am and stay for Bob Cooke's talk at 1pm when he will entertain with stories of the "murder, malice and other assorted mayhem in NC's largest city during the Civil War." Book signings will follow the 1pm talk. Guided tours led by a costumed interpreter will leave the visitor center at 11am and 3pm, with small arms demonstrations at 11:45am and 3:45pm. Call 910.458.5538 for more information. Fort Fisher State Historic Site 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd. S Kure Beach, NC 28449 www.nchistoricsites.org/fisher/ |
Sunday, 07/19/2009 |
| Canoeing with the NC Aquarium
The Aquarium offers a canoeing program that takes participants on a three-hour exploration of the Zeke's Island Estuarine Research Reserve, considered to be one of the most unusual areas of the North Carolina coasts. The trip includes an almost one mile paddle across the basin to Zeke's Island. Common animals seen while touring the salt marsh include pelicans, seagulls, egrets, herons, ibis, sea turtles, and dolphins. After arriving on the island, participants search for blue crabs, small fish, and invertebrates using crab rigs and dip nets, and also learn how to use cast and seine nets to catch fish. Throughout the journey, information on the history and maritime culture of this breathtaking area is described by the instructors. Participants should be able to swim and be capable of sustained physical exertion. The program is for ages 8 and up. Ages 8-12 must be accompanied by two adults. The fee is $25 per participant. Pre-registration is required. Call 910.458.7468 for more information and registration. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher 900 Loggerhead Rd Kure Beach, NC 28449 www.ncaquariums.com |
Saturday, 08/01/2009 - Sunday, 08/02/2009 |
| 4th Annual Pro/Am Silvagni Benefit Surf Contest
Pro Shortboard and longboard divisions, amateur shortboard and longboard divisions. All proceeds benefit The Lyme Disease Foundation. Call 910.232.1592 or email info@surfschoolnc.com. Carolina Beach Hamlet Street Access Carolina Beach, NC 28428 surfschoolnc.com |
