Holidays at the Beach
Holidays By the Sea
Exciting and festive things to do at the beach during the Holidays.
Just because temperatures have cooled down and school is in session doesn't mean there is not time for a trip to Ocean Isle or Sunset Beach. From parades to tree lightings to flotillas there is plenty of holiday cheer for both locals and visitors. Everyone will enjoy the festive events that keep you warm from the inside out! Below are just a few options for you and your group to enjoy here in Brunswick County.
Annual Ocean Isle Beach Flotilla
The Ocean Isle Beach Flotilla boat parade is always held the Saturday after Thanksgiving and begins at dusk (about 5:30 PM) in front of Inlet View Bar & Grill at Shallotte Point, NC. The Annual Ocean Isle Beach Flotilla will take place on Saturday, November 25, 2023
The Town's Christmas Parade is held every year on the first Saturday of December and begins at 10:00am. The roads close at 8:00am. The parade starts from the intersection of Main St. & Whiteville Rd. and ends at the intersection of Main St. & Smith Ave.
Calabash Christmas Tree Lighting
The holiday season begins at the Calabash Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade on Friday, Dec. 1 at 3:00pm. In the business district at Callahan's of Calabash. Celebrating 28 years of community spirit with a festive small-town parade, dancers, carols, hot cocoa and a good old-fashioned visit with Santa Claus.
Area Events Calendar
Click the link below for more area events!