Spring Things to Do
IN KURE BEACH, NC

Springtime Meets Playtime

Kure Beach is the perfect seaside spring retreat for getting outside and enjoying all nature has to offer. From tandem bike rides to underwater explorations, there are many unique activities to experience on the beach and beyond this spring at Kure Beach.

Group running along the coast in the 5K Race for the Planet

Seasonal Events

Cast a line at the Pleasure Island Spring Surf Fishing Challenge for a chance to win cash and prizes April 12-13. Lace up your running shoes and race through scenic Fort Fisher at the aquarium’s Race for the Planet April 27. Put on your dancing shoes at Boogie in the Park Concert Series every first and third Sunday beginning May 4 at Ocean Front Park. Be a part of the surfing fun with your furry best friend during the Surf Dog Experience in nearby Carolina Beach May 17.

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May 23

CB100: Bathing Suit Exhibit

May 23, 2025 - September 7, 2025

Fort Fisher State Historic Site

May 23

CB100: Centennial Celebration

May 23, 2025 - September 6, 2025

Carolina Beach Marina and other Various Locations

May 23

CB100: Then & Now Walking Tour

May 23, 2025 - September 6, 2025

Downtown Carolina Beach

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Kure Beach Ocean Front Park

Places to Explore

For unforgettable sunset views, purchase a day permit at Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and take your own four-wheel-drive vehicle out for a cruise along the beach strand. Enjoy a quiet picnic or relax by the sea at Ocean Front Park & Pavilion, featuring a boardwalk and a play area for kids. Try your hand at a round of disc golf at the PDGA-certified course in Joe Eakes Park or let your four-legged friends run and play at the dog park. Have a ball at one of the park’s recreational fields, perfect for some light activity or serious competition. In nearby Carolina Beach, hike the nine trails in Carolina Beach State Park and look for seasonal flora and fauna like the native Venus flytrap.

Escape to the Outdoors

Zekes Island Kayak

Small Wonders

Explore the wonders of aquatic environments at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher by purchasing tickets for a behind the scenes tour to get a sneak peek inside the aquarium’s backstage access. Charter a dive with a local scuba outfitter to one of the area’s historic shipwrecks including The Condor, North Carolina’s first Heritage Dive Site and one of the best-preserved shipwrecks on the North Carolina coast. Visitors can also learn about the ship’s history on land at Fort Fisher State Historic Site. Cast your line at the century-old Kure Beach Fishing Pier, a popular spot for off-shore fishing, scenic views and catching the sunrise. Embark on a kayak adventure to Shark Tooth Island or Zeke's Island Reserve to find much-coveted shark teeth, seashells, fossils and more. During low tide, discover the coquina outcrop, a natural wonder comprised of crushed fossils, rocks and more near Fort Fisher.

Outdoor dining at Riverview Restaurant in Kure Beach

LOCAL EATS

Fill your getaway with beach-favorite restaurants and take in the views of the Atlantic Ocean on a walk afterward. Fuel up at Happy Hippies Java Hut with their signature Mermaid Magic, an organic cold brew featuring protein and caffeine boosts. Discover authentic Italian cuisine at Freddie’s Restaurant and enjoy the popular braised pork chops served eight different ways, or taste unique Caribbean flavors on the laid-back patio at Jack Mackerel's Island Grill. Savor river views on the dog-friendly patio while enjoying fresh seafood at Riverview Restaurant, which reopens for the season April 10.

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