The annual Wooden Boat Show is a tradition in the town of Beaufort, and its 50th celebration in 2026 promises to be bigger and more engaging than ever before. With a long roster of activities that are slated for the weekend-long event, visitors will be treated to a wealth of activities, displays, exhibits, and interactive ways to join in the fun.
Come and marvel as a fleet of wooden boats are constructed from start to finish before your eyes at this competition that pits boat-builders against each other in one of the most anticipated events of the Annual Wooden Boat Show. The BoatBuilding Challenge is an event that's been going strong for more than 15 years as of 2026, and the competition features 18 teams who will battle it out to craft the best wooden boat in just four hours’ time.
Visitors can explore the best aspects of downtown Beaufort inside and out with the annual Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour. Held throughout this coastal community, and featuring a number of popular sites including the buildings within the Beaufort Historic Site, area gardens, local churches, the Old Burying Ground and much more, this event provides an in-depth look into what makes Beaufort both historic and continually charming.
The Crystal Coast's offshore waters are guarded by the US Coast Guard, and Emerald Isle is home to one of their flagship stations, encompassing a large section of the town's western edge, adjacent to the inlet, and marked by an unimposing station...
K Kamp is a 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home just a short walk to the beach! Once you reach Ocean Drive, take a left and it is just 3 homes from the beach access! Open and covered decks with ocean & sound vistas!Recent updates include New paint throughout the...
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
3 min walk to beach!Indoor pool heated year round!Kick back, relax & make great memories at this bright & sunny Emerald Isle condo! Pebble Beach is a gated community w/private beach access & 3 pools. Stroll along the boardwalk & watch dolphins from...
- Emerald Isle
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 7
The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...
Coastal gem on a handsome canal lot with private dock and sleeps 12. Appreciate the best beach vacation with a cavernous cathedral ceiling living area which opens out to a giant dual level waterside patio with hottub, fire-pit, Weber Genesis propane...
- Pine Knoll Shores
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 12
Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is a 100 ft. custom yacht that can effortlessly provide a number of family-friendly expeditions to vacationers who want to enjoy this delicate chain of barrier islands and coastal territory to its fullest. Based out of...