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Wilmington, NC Arts & Crafts Events - 2025 Schedule

Wilmington, NC Arts & Crafts Events - 2025 Schedule
This Week
Friday, December 5th - Friday, December 12th
Southport

Join in the fun of the season and enjoy a days-long festival that highlights the community spirit of Southport by attending the highly anticipated WinterFest festival. This annual celebration features a wealth of activities at landmarks and popular spots throughout the coastal town, and is a great way to enjoy the spirit of the holidays while taking in everything this popular vacation destination has to offer.

Week of December 8, 2025 - December 14, 2025
Friday, December 5th - Friday, December 12th
Southport

Join in the fun of the season and enjoy a days-long festival that highlights the community spirit of Southport by attending the highly anticipated WinterFest festival. This annual celebration features a wealth of activities at landmarks and popular spots throughout the coastal town, and is a great way to enjoy the spirit of the holidays while taking in everything this popular vacation destination has to offer.

Week of December 29, 2025 - January 4, 2026
Wednesday, December 31st 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wilmington

Join us to ring in 2026 with our special New Year's celebration at 12pm! New Year's Noon is Wilmington's signature family-friendly New Year's event. This year marks the 18th annual New Year's Noon and we are excited for another year of fantastic festivities; decorate a crown, create a streamer wand, reflect back on 2025, and toast to 2026 with a glass of juice!

Week of April 6, 2026 - April 12, 2026
Wednesday, April 8th - Sunday, April 12th
Wilmington

For more than 75 years, the North Carolina Azalea Festival has reigned supreme as one of the biggest and best festivals along the southeast coastline, and newcomers are welcome to join in the fun to experience full days of vendors, live music, parades, and other events that shine a spotlight on the lively city of Wilmington. Founded in 1948, the North Carolina Azalea Festival has emerged as one of the most anticipated events in the state, and the celebration attracts visitors from all over the world who want to discover how enchanting the Cape Fear region can be.

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Cape Fear River

While Wilmington visitors will arguably enjoy the best views of the Cape Fear River, this distinctive river actually spreads out throughout most of the coastal and piedmont regions of North Carolina, originating in the town of Haywood, just north of...

Victory Beach Vacations

Visitors who are on the hunt for the postcard-perfect vacation rental in the heart of the Carolina Beach or Kure Beach area will find an enticing selection and plenty of friendly customer service when they rent through Victory Beach Vacations. Based...

New-Oceanfront-Elevated Pool-Elevator-Ho...

Suite Emotion - 14 Bedroom 14 Full Baths & 2 Half Baths House, Oceanfront, Event Home, Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Rooftop Deck, Sleeps 34****Event Home (for an additional fee) - Telephone the Better Beach Units office for details.********Pool Heating...

  • Oak Island
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • 15 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 34
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

There’s an ocean of adventures waiting for visitors at the Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. Featuring a full range of entertainment options including a water park, mini golf course, go karts, arcade, and so much more, veritably every visitor...

Luxury 5BR with Heated Pool | Steps to B...

Brand New! Cavernous 5BR/5.5BA beach home w/private pool just 100 steps to the sand! Sleeps 14 w/ 2 King Suites, 2 living rooms, 3 kitchens/kitchenettes & heated pool (optional). Walk to Tiki Bar, eateries & CB Boardwalk 1 mile. Includes linens...

  • Carolina Beach
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 14
Dry Dock Inn

Welcome to the newly renovated Dry Dock Inn, your perfect Carolina Beach retreat. Just steps from the sand and boardwalk, our inn combines modern updates with coastal charm for an unforgettable stay. From effortlessly comfortable individual rooms to...