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Market in the Park
September 3rd, 2026 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM -
Oak Island Art Guild Arts & Craft Festival
September 5th, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM -
Labor Day Weekend and Cookout
September 5th, 2026 - September 7th, 2026
The Fudgeboat in Carolina Beach is a beloved sweet shop that's been delighting visitors and locals alike since 2004. Located adjacent to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, this charming, family-owned candy store is hard to miss, especially with its...
New to PROACTIVE Vacations! "Jolly Roger III" offers 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and the most striking ocean front vistas of the gleaming Atlantic Ocean!Decorated with a coastal feel, this enchanting home is ready to welcome you and your family! You...
- Holden Beach
- 7 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 16
No worries, no deadlines, no meetings – just fun, rest, and relaxation await when you join us at The Windstar Hotel at Carolina Beach. After waking up to a free continental breakfast, you can bask in the sun beside our spacious pool and...
Your Holden Beach hideaway begins when you land at Griffith's Quay! Unwind on the covered oceanside porch or soak up some rays on the sundeck located in the dunes. This striking oceanfront home (1K,4Q) has two living areas, a wet bar, an eat-in...
- Holden Beach
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
With more than four centuries of history, it’s understandable that some of Wilmington’s rich past lingers on, and visitors with a darker side can get face-to-face with some of these ghoulish legends via an entertaining and spine-tingling...
Dry Street Pub & Pizza is a fresh pizza joint on the slightly inland outskirts of Downtown Southport that features a nice and colorful array of elevated Italian cuisine. With a 20-year history of providing Southport locals and visitors with an...
Eric’s Grille is a casual spot that’s found along a busy and more commercial section of central Southport, and which is known for classic American fare, home cooking, and a wonderfully friendly atmosphere. Serving up breakfast and lunch...
Famous Pizza and Subs is a convenient destination for a crowd pleasing take-out or fast and casual dine-in meal, just outside of Downtown Southport. Located close to the junction of 87 and 211 – the two main roads that lead to Southport...
The Fishy Fishy Café is a favorite dining and drinks destination for Southport visitors, due to a prime location on the edge of the Intracoastal Waterway where the views are out of this world. Located next to a collection of local marinas...
Southport visitors who are in need of a strong cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast or lunch to start their downtown exploration will find everything they crave at the centrally located Locals Family Diner. Featuring a wealth of crowd-pleasing...
Loco Jo’s Grill is a fun destination for Cape Fear visitors to settle into a table or bar stool and feast on a colorful array of both traditional American, southern, and even global fare. With a unique menu that goes well beyond the typical...
Mr. P’s Bistro is a fine representation of Low Country cuisine, thanks to a long family history in the local Cape Fear seafood industry. Overseen by Executive Chef and the original Mr. P’s son, Stephen Phipps, (who trained at the Johnson...
Ports of Call Bistro & Market is a catch-all destination for Southport food lovers of all tastes. Featuring an in-house bakery and market, as well as a dining area that serves up both fresh lunch and dinner selections, this Downtown Southport...
Located downtown, Southport Coffee Co. & Kitchen is the flagship café and eatery of Southport Coffee Co. They offer both a relaxed hang-out for coffee lovers and a full-service breakfast and lunch destination. Located at 130 E. Moore...
Treat yourself to real wood-smoked BBQ and brisket, a mess of classic southern sides, and a friendly family environment with a visit to Southport Smoke House. Located on the outskirts of Howe Street on the edge of the Historic Southport Downtown...
The Pharmacy Restaurant is a New American restaurant that has a lot of historic southern style, and a cool location in the heart of the downtown area. Found along Moore Street and bordered by small patio tables that are shaded under the blue and...
Tommy Thompson’s Grille is an on-site restaurant that’s found within the private golfing community, The Clubs at St. James. Featuring a la carte and more casual dining, as well as a daily soup, salad bar, and a full-service bar for...
For a classic coastal bite to eat that’s almost eclipsed by the brilliant view, head to Yacht Basin Eatery. This waterfront restaurant with seasonal outdoor seating and a location on the very edge of downtown Southport features impressive...





