NC's Brunswick Islands:

one destination, multiple locations.

Welcome to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands. For generations, beachgoers have been visiting this storied stretch of shoreline, creating lifelong memories filled with sun, sand, and seafood. Visitors come for the inviting charm of our barrier islands and coastal towns, expansive and pristine beaches, temperate seasons, authentic coastal cuisine and unique attractions – everything you need for a beach vacation you'll treasure for years to come.

Holden Beach

Oak Island

Caswell Beach

Old Baldy Lighthouse Oldest Lighthouse in North Carolina

Bald Head Island

Leland

Shallotte

Southport

Calabash

The Mainland

Sunset Beach

Ocean Isle Beach

Islands & Towns

Travel & Maps

Things to do inland and on the islands

There is never a shortage of fun and memorable things to see and do when you visit the beaches and maritime towns of the Brunswick Islands. No matter what you choose to do – by water, land or sky – these exciting attractions will have you and your family enjoying every minute of your stay. Plan your trip

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There is plenty to do...these islands never disappoint!

– Mary, 4 visits

Beaches

Children at the touch tank at the Museum of Coastal Carolina on Ocean Isle Beach

Things To Do With Kids

Restaurants

Brunswick County beach vacation rental homes at dusk

Places To Stay

Golf

All Things To Do

What's happening

Featured Events

Dec 17

Leland in Lights

Dec 17, 2025 - Jan 04, 2026

Town Hall Plaza

Stop by the Town Hall Plaza on December 6th to experience Leland in Lights,...

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Dec 31

Noon Year's Eve

Dec 31, 2025

Town Center Park

Visit Ocean Isle Beach and take part in the Noon Year's Eve festivities! The...

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Mar 4

North Carolina Rice Festival

Mar 04, 2026 - Mar 07, 2026

Various Locations

Learn about and celebrate the region's rich and diverse cultural history of rice...

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Event Calendar

Beach Blog

Celebrate the Holidays in the Brunswick Islands

One (maybe unexpected) area that NC’s Brunswick Islands specializes in is the holiday season. The most wonderful time of year holds nonstop fun with dozens of events going on in the area. From festive parades to...

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Gazebo at Holden Beach decorated for Christmas

Beach Blog

5 Reasons to Visit North Carolina's Brunswick Islands this Winter

It's the most wonderful time of the year – to visit North Carolina's Brunswick Islands, that is. A beach vacation to the Brunswick Islands doesn't have to be limited to summer. This year, escape the snow, freezing temperatures,...

Toast to New Year's Eve in NC's Brunswick Islands

End your 2025 on a high and ring in the New Year with a visit to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands! Our 45 miles of pristine coastline is the perfect place to gather your family for a New Year's vacation full of memory making, New...

You're invited!

Six beaches on five islands

Lighthouses to climb

Enjoy some family time

Waterfront Dining

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Tradition and enjoyment from kid to adult!

NC's Brunswick Islands:

one destination, multiple locations.

Holden Beach

Oak Island

Caswell Beach

Bald Head Island

Leland

Shallotte

Southport

Calabash

The Mainland

Sunset Beach

Ocean Isle Beach

Travel & Maps

Things to do inland and on the islands

“

There is plenty to do...these islands never disappoint!

Beaches

Things To Do With Kids

Restaurants

Places To Stay

Golf

What's happening

Featured Events

Dec 17

Dec 31

Mar 4

Beach Blog

Beach Blog

#NCBRUNSWICKISLANDS

See what brings people back year after year.

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Peaceful and relaxing. When I'm here, it feels like I'm home.