It is officially time for the beach! Memorial Day marks the start of an exciting season in North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands as the summertime fun ramps up with dozens of events in the area. From live music concerts to summer markets, there is plenty to do for both locals and visitors. Check out some of the ways the whole family can enjoy this time of year during a visit to the Brunswick Islands. Check back here for more information on Memorial Day celebrations and services.
Local Outdoor Concerts
In NC’s Brunswick Islands the sounds of summer include the sound of live music. Many of our charming coastal towns and island communities mark the Memorial Day weekend as the start of their summer concert series. With free concerts almost every day of the week, you can expect to dance your heart out and enjoy great local music across the Brunswick Islands. For more information on the concerts closest to your stay, head to our concerts and music events page.
Outdoor Summer Markets
Take a piece of the Brunswick Islands home for yourself or grab some ingredients to make a special meal back at the vacation house at any of our ongoing summer markets. Featuring fresh locally grown produce and products from artists who call the Brunswick Islands home, a summer market is the perfect place to find a souvenir for your trip. Check out the markets in Sunset Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, Oak Island, Southport, and Shallotte during your next visit and see our events page for specific dates and times.
Hit the Greens
If our 45 miles of pristine beach coastline isn’t quite what you’re looking for, how does “North Carolina’s Golf Coast” sound? Try taking a swing at any of our over 30 championship golf courses. Designed by the likes of legends such as Palmer, Byrd, Maples, Jones, Cate, and Couples, there are unique features and challenges for every level of golfer. Make it a special trip and explore our options for packagers and golf resorts to elevate your day on the links.
Explore New Places in New Ways
This time of year is the opportune time to rent a kayak or paddleboard and explore our green grassed marshes. Be on the lookout for any of the hundreds of species of birds that call the Brunswick Islands home or go out in search of dinner by fishing straight from your kayak. If you’re up for even more adventure, try ziplining above a swamp in Ocean Isle Beach or seeing our lighthouses from above on a scenic helicopter tour.
Cool Down with a Cold One
After a warm weekend at the beach, cool down with a cold one at the many taprooms and breweries in the Brunswick Islands. Our knowledgeable local crafters are here to provide Brunswick Islands brews and a taste of life on island time. Whether you are searching for a place to relax, mingle with friends, or chat with some locals there are plenty of places to check out.
A Sweet Treat for a Sweet Day
Name a better combination than ice cream and the beach. While that might be tough, it might be even tougher to choose from the many shops across the Brunswick Islands. Whether you’re craving a classic sundae or up for finding your new favorite flavor, there is no shortage of spots to grab a frosty treat.
End the Evening by the Water
You couldn’t possibly wrap up a trip to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands without indulging in the sights, sounds, and tastes of an evening meal by the waterfront. As home to the “Seafood Capital of the World,” folks down here know a thing or two about the magic of a seafood dinner with a view. So let us serve you a meal you’ll enjoy topping off a night you’ll never want to forget.
Ready to start beach season with us? Plan your visit to North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands today at www.ncbrunswick.com.