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.
While the Morehead City kayaking scene may be overshadowed by neighboring communities like Beaufort or Atlantic Beach, the town is nevertheless a great place to get out and explore, thanks to miles of water in every direction, and “hidden...
In this charming 4-bedroom bungalow located in Emerald Isle, striking ocean vistas and welcoming features are waiting for you. Located just a 9-min. drive from the Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier and 12 mins. from the North Carolina Aquarium, this property...
- Emerald Isle
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
The Sea Glass Cottage is styled for the whole family or a group of friends looking to savor the great eateries & activities in Beaufort and local Crystal Coast beach areas. Premium on-site amenities include pool, BBQ, clubhouse, firepit...
- Beaufort
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 8
Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...
Welcome to "Heads Carolina!" Like NEW-most everything in this home has been refreshed or replaced. This reverse floor plan accepts for expansive ocean vistas from the enormous windows on the third floor. Equally striking vistas await you in the...
- Emerald Isle
- 5 Bedrooms
- 4 Bathrooms
- Sleeps 10
Take a quick and scenic ferry ride with your experienced guide over to the pristine Outer Banks Island of Shackleford Banks, which is part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. There, you are introduced to the wild horses of Shackleford...