Holiday Things to Do
Experience Holidays on Water at Kure Beach, NC
Celebrate the holidays by the sea with a relaxing getaway to Kure Beach. Experience the Island of Lights activities and spend time off the beaten path with an outdoor adventure on the island’s unspoiled coastline. Enjoy glad tidings all season long in our merry little beach town!
Check out the full rundown on all Holiday on Water activities for Wilmington, NC.
ANNUAL EVENTS & FESTIVALS
- Island of Lights: Lighting at the Lake - Nov. 28
- Christmas Parade - Dec. 5
- Island of Lights Flotilla - Dec. 6
- Christmas Palm Tree Lighting - Dec. 7
- Island of Lights: Holiday Home Tour - Dec. 13
- Kure Beach Holiday Whoobie Whatty - Dec. 19
- Island of Lights New Year's Eve Celebration - Dec. 31


ISLAND GIFT GEMS
This season of gifting, opt out of mall madness and shop locally seaside at the Kure Beach Holiday Market Nov. 23 and Nov. 30 at Ocean Front Park & Pavilion. Find handcrafted goods from jewelry to paintings and more – all from local creators. Find aquatic treasures at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher’s gift shop for the ocean-lover in your life. Nearby on the island, discover Boardwalk boutiques and surf shops for specialized gear, surf boards, attire and more or visit the Carolina Beach Holiday Market Dec. 7 for handmade gifts for the artist or collector on your list.
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