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

Oct 19

North Carolina Oyster Festival

Oct 19, 2024 - Oct 20, 2024

Town Center Park

2024 marks the 43rd anniversary of the North Carolina Oyster Festival. Come...

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Oct 19

Oak Island Fall Concerts

Oct 19, 2024

Middleton Park

Come out on Saturday, October 19, 2024 to see a live, entertaining performance...

Event details

Oct 26

Calabash Oktoberfest

Oct 26, 2024

Downtown Calabash

Celebrate the 11th Annual Calabash Oktoberfest on October 26, 2024. Enjoy...

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Oct 26

NC Festival by the Sea

Oct 26, 2024 - Oct 27, 2024

Holden Beach Pavilion

The NC Festival by the Sea is a coastal arts & crafts festival in the heart...

Event details

Oct 26

Oak Island Fall Concerts

Oct 26, 2024

Middleton Park

Come out on Saturday, October 26, 2024 to see a live, entertaining performance...

Event details

Event Calendar

Beach Blog

An NC’s Brunswick Islands Coastal Thanksgiving Feast

Pristine beaches and amazing, fresh-off-the-coast seafood draw visitors to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands year-round, and, during fall, the moderate climate and uncrowded shoreline make our five barrier...

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Beach Blog

Five Reasons to "Fall" for the Brunswick Islands

For some, Labor Day marks the end of summer, but in North Carolina's Brunswick Islands, beach season extends well into fall. As the summer vacation season comes to an end, visitors can still enjoy beautiful beach days with mild temperatures that...

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

Oct 19

Oct 19

Oct 26

Oct 26

Oct 26

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.