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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.

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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

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What's happening

Featured Events

Nov 26

Ocean Isle Beach Flotilla

Nov 26, 2022

Intracoastal Waterway and Ocean Isle Beach Commercial Canal

The Annual Ocean Isle Beach Flotilla will take place on Saturday, November 26,...

Event details

Dec 2

Calabash Christmas Tree Lighting

Dec 02, 2022

Downtown Calabash

The 2022 holiday season lights up on Friday, December 2nd at 6:00 p.m. with the...

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Dec 3

2022 Winterfest - Schedule of Events

Dec 03, 2022 - Dec 10, 2022

Various Locations

The Downtown Southport Winterfest returns in a big way for the 2022 holiday...

Event details

Dec 3

Christmas by the Sea Parade

Dec 03, 2022

The 2022 Christmas by the Sea Parade in Oak Island will be held on Saturday,...

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Dec 6

Christmas at the Old Bridge

Dec 06, 2022

Sunset Beach Swing Bridge and Museum

It's a Christmas tradition! Join the Old Bridge Preservation Society on Tuesday,...

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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 the year marks nonstop fun with several festive events going on in the area. From parades to...

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Beach Blog

Christmas Stockings on Sand Fence at Beach

Unwrap the Gift of Sunshine this Holiday Season in NC's Brunswick Islands

This holiday season, leave the mall crowds and stress behind for the gift of experiences and memories that will last a lifetime in North Carolina's Brunswick Islands. From magnificent lighthouses to glorious sunsets and everything in between, a...

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

Nov 26

Dec 2

Dec 3

Dec 3

Dec 6

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.