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Morehead City Watersports Events - 2026 Schedule

Morehead City Watersports Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of May 25, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Saturday, May 30th 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Pine Knoll Shores

Quickly becoming one of the Crystal Coast’s favorite local competitions, the annual Kayak for the Warriors Kayak / Paddle Board Race is a chance for visitors and residents alike to explore the local waters of the southern Outer Banks while supporting a beloved cause that does a world of good. Launching from the coastal town of Pine Knoll Shores, this fundraising event for injured and fallen service men and women is a great way to support the local and national community while enjoying everything that this watersports haven has to offer.

Week of June 8, 2026 - June 14, 2026
Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 19th
  • Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 3rd

Beaufort

Young residents and visitors who have always dreamed of charting their own course on their water can learn all about the basics of sailing and beyond at the summertime Junior Sailing Program. This day camp that is open to all children ages 8 and over will cover everything that young mariners need to know about two classes of sailboats, and is an immersive and fun way to discover a new skill while enjoying the open waters of Beaufort, N.C.

Week of June 15, 2026 - June 21, 2026
Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 19th
  • Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 3rd

Beaufort

Young residents and visitors who have always dreamed of charting their own course on their water can learn all about the basics of sailing and beyond at the summertime Junior Sailing Program. This day camp that is open to all children ages 8 and over will cover everything that young mariners need to know about two classes of sailboats, and is an immersive and fun way to discover a new skill while enjoying the open waters of Beaufort, N.C.

Week of June 22, 2026 - June 28, 2026
Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 3rd
  • Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 19th

Beaufort

Young residents and visitors who have always dreamed of charting their own course on their water can learn all about the basics of sailing and beyond at the summertime Junior Sailing Program. This day camp that is open to all children ages 8 and over will cover everything that young mariners need to know about two classes of sailboats, and is an immersive and fun way to discover a new skill while enjoying the open waters of Beaufort, N.C.

Week of June 29, 2026 - July 5, 2026
Monday, June 22nd - Friday, July 3rd
  • Monday, June 8th - Friday, June 19th

Beaufort

Young residents and visitors who have always dreamed of charting their own course on their water can learn all about the basics of sailing and beyond at the summertime Junior Sailing Program. This day camp that is open to all children ages 8 and over will cover everything that young mariners need to know about two classes of sailboats, and is an immersive and fun way to discover a new skill while enjoying the open waters of Beaufort, N.C.

Week of November 23, 2026 - November 29, 2026
Friday, November 27th 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Swansboro

Celebrate the holidays Crystal Coast style with this annual event that entices locals and visitors alike to get into the holiday spirit. The Swansboro Christmas Flotilla is a time-honored tradition that combines Swansboro’s love of life on the water with a truly festive atmosphere, and the event is sure to become an annual celebration that Crystal Coast visitors will want to return to again and again.

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Educational Activities in Morehead City

Morehead City is surrounded by a centuries-deep maritime history, a wide array of unique coastal ecosystems, and a vibrant artistic culture, and as a result, it’s the perfect place to learn all about the Crystal Coast and beyond. From in-depth...

Charming Soundside Home including Golf C...

Gorgeously appointed and refreshed home at Emerald Isle within only 1/2 block of Bogue Sound and a short 10 min. walk (or 5 min. golf cart ride) to the Lee Avenue beach access. Unwind on the screened porch with a cup of coffee in the morning or in...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Victorian Vacation Rental Apt in Downtow...

Transport yourself back in time when you stay at this completely restored Victorian-era North Carolina vacation rental. Constructed in 1880, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom New Bern apartment is the ideal hideaway for those looking to experience a piece...

  • New Bern
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Lookout Cruises

Visitors can enjoy the Crystal Coast’s most coveted and hard-to-reach shorelines, or just embark on a breezy cruise of the open waters in search of dolphins and sunsets, with a trip that’s guided by Lookout Cruises. This local tour...

Shimmy's Ocean Club Oceanfront Surf Shac...

Tucked in the center of the Crystal Coast, our comfortable beach getaway sits ocean-front above the dune in the Ocean Club complex. Watch sunrise with coffee from our roomy back porch; let the waves lull you to sleep as you snooze on the back-porch...

  • Indian Beach
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Island Ferry Adventures

Bird Shoal, Carrot Island, Sand Dollar Island & more! Dive into an exploration of some of the Southern Outer Banks’ most remote shorelines with an excursion that’s led by Island Ferry Adventures. Featuring both transport to the...