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.
There’s much more than meets the eye in Morehead City. Though the town is known in most beach-going circles as the place to shop and dine before hitting the sand, Morehead City also has a treasure trove of attractions and activities that will...
Discover Heaven at "Island Retreat" Welcome to your dream vacation on the impressive Emerald Isle, where sun, sand, and sea meet in ideal harmony. Located in the most coveted area of the island, "The Point," this meticulously maintained getaway...
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Wake up to the relaxing sound of waves at your private beach getaway on Emerald Isle. Your Crystal Coast adventure begins at this freshly refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath beach getaway, just a 1-min. walk to the ocean.Located oceanside, only one block...
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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...
You, Me and The Sea is a Middle Row Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms. King * Double * 2 Bunkbeds. Island Club linens supplied. Step inside and discover a cavernous sanctuary that features not one, but two entirely-equipped kitchens. Primary bedroom...
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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...