June
> Camden County
Hiking, biking, birding, boating, fishing the Great Dismal Swamp
The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is located in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. Trails are open everyday from sunrise to sunset. The refuge headquarters is located at 3100 Desert Road in Suffolk, Virginia. The headquarters is closed on federal holidays; the hiking and biking trails remain open. Fishing and boating are permitted year-round on Lake Drummond. A Virginia fishing license is required. Access is via the Feeder Ditch, which connects Lake Drummond with the Dismal Swamp Canal. A public boat ramp is located north of the Feeder Ditch on the Dismal Swamp Canal.
Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
June > Elizabeth City
Arts of the Albemarle Exhibits & Gallery
Visit the Gallery where you will find exhibitions, original artwork, unique handcrafted items and photography. The resident Encore Theatre Company produces three shows per year with about twenty performance nights. Arts of the Albemarle
June > Wilmington
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
There are permanent and featured exhibits along with special programs too numerous to list in this calendar. Be sure to check out their exhibits and events calendar when planning your to-do list. Admission charged. Cape Fear Museum
June > Wilmington
Cameron Art Museum
The Cameron Art Museum presents 6-8 special exhibitions annually; monthly family and children's programs (Kids @ CAM); weekly interdisciplinary, public programs (lectures, music, films, literature, dance); and ongoing workshops and classes in ceramics... more info: Cameron Art Museum
June > Wilmington
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Thalian Hall
June > Beaufort
Down East FolkArts Society Contra Dance
The Down East FolkArts Society sponsors contra dances once a month at Duke Marine Lab. Dances include live music (jigs, reels and old time tunes) and a caller who teaches and prompts every dance. www.downeastfolkarts.org
June > Atlantic Beach
Fort Macon State Park
Rangers hold trail hikes and regularly scheduled educational and interpretive tours and programs about Fort Macon State Park. Contact the park office: Fort Macon State Park
June > Hatteras Island
Guided Bird Walks on Pea Island NWR
http://www.fws.gov/alligatorriver/spec.html#schedule Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
June > Kitty Hawk
Outer Banks Music Showcase
Musical Variety Show. Reservations recommended, but not required. www.outerbanksmusicshowcase.com
June > Kill Devil Hills
KDH Cooperative Gallery & Studios
KDH Cooperative is an artist operated gallery featuring local works of art in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, pen and ink, ceramics, jewelry, fibers, furniture, candles, pottery, photography, mosaic, glass and metal. There are over 45 juried artists, many of whom assist in running the gallery. The gallery's specialty is art made by local artists on the Outer Banks and nearby areas. Several artists work on site in their studios and our blacksmith can be seen working at his forge outside most days. We offer art classes and workshops for all ages. Check our website for current schedules and to see some of the artists featured at the co-op! www.kdhcooperative.com
June > Nags Head
Jockey's Ridge State Park
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Jockey's Ridge State Park. Learn more about the natural, cultural and historical history of Jockey's Ridge State Park and the Outer Banks at the park's exhibit hall. Find out what dunes are made of, how they are created and how they are shaped. Contact the park office or check online: http://207.4.179.50/dprcoe/coe_pub.html Jockey's Ridge State Park
June > Roanoke Island
The Art Gallery at Roanoke Island
Roanoke Island Festival Park. Hosts monthly changing exhibits featuring renowned artists. Monday thru Friday 9am to 5pm. roanokeisland.com
June > Roanoke Island
North Carolina Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island
The NC Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island will offer a variety of maritime skills, boatbuilding, sailing programs and workshops throughout the year in the Creef Boathouse. Junior Sailing will be offered mid-June through early August ( each is a five-day session). Visit the Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse and learn the history of the screw-pile lights. Visit obxmaritime.org for current schedules.
mid-February thru late Dec > Manteo
History, Arts and Fun - All Rolled Into One!
Enjoy daily programs about the Elizabeth II, in the Settlement Site and in the interactive Roanoke Adventure Museum. A docudrama in The Film Theatre entitled The Legend of Two-Path, art shows monthly in The Art Gallery, gifts at The Museum Store, picnic areas, marsh-side boardwalks, a fossil pit, and more. Roanoke Island Festival Park
June > Hyde County
Mattamuskeet Lake open to fishing and boating.
Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge
June > Harkers Island
Cape Lookout Lighthouse Open House
The Cape Lookout Lighthouse will open for one day by reservation, from 10:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Reserve by date specified on their web page. Space is limited, five people only per group, all climbers must be over 8 years, under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. www.nps.gov/calo/openhouse.htm
June > Wilmington
Jazz at Airlie
Enjoy First Friday Jazz Series at Airlie Gardens on the first Friday night of each month - April-October. Sponsored by the Cape Fear Jazz Appreciation Society. Airlie Gardens
June > Manteo
Red Wolf Howling Safaris
Learn more about red wolves and to experience a howling! Meet at the designated time at Creef Cut Wildlife Trailhead. Pre-registration is required. We recommend you bring flashlights and insect repellent. PLEASE-- do NOT bring pets and dress for the weather. Creef Cut Wildlife Trail is about a 15 minute drive from Manteo. Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge http://www.fws.gov/alligatorriver/ To pre-register for a howling, visit www.redwolves.com
More about the Red Wolf at ARNWR
Mid-April thru Late November > Rodanthe, Hatteras Island
Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Programs
Storytelling, crafts, children's programs, special events, knot-tying and tours are offered. Visit chicamacomico.net for details.
mid-April thru mid-December > Wilmington
Farmers' Market
The City of Wilmington, in cooperation with the New Hanover County Cooperative Extension, announces the opening of the Farmers' Market at Halyburton Park. Regional produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, seafood and more will be featured weekly, with special events and promotions to be held throughout the year. www.wilmingtonfarmers.com
June > Wilmington
Folk Fridays
Folk Concerts will be held the third Friday of each month from May - September. Airlie Gardens
June > Hatteras Island
Guided Canoe Tours on Pea Island NWR
Guided Canoe Tours (fee program) on Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge http://www.fws.gov/alligatorriver/spec.html#schedule Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
June > Manteo
Guided Canoe Tours
Guided Canoe Tours (fee program) on Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. http://www.fws.gov/alligatorriver/spec.html#schedule Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Early May thru Early September > Morehead City
Carteret County Curb Market
Carteret County Curb Market, the oldest continuously operating curb market in North Carolina, opens each Saturday through Labor Day, 7:30-11:30 AM at the corner of 13th and Evans streets in downtown Morehead City. Choose from fresh vegetables, local seafood, cut flowers, and a multitude of baked goods. Crystal Coast TDA
Mid-May through Late August > Roanoke Island
Traditional Smallcraft Program
During the summer the NC Maritime Museum offers a series of traditional smallcraft programs and classes. Visit obxmaritime.org for more information.
Mid-May thru Late September > Roanoke Island
Shallowbag Bay Sailabouts
Beginning mid-May the public is invited to join the NC Maritime Museum for a short sail on Shallowbag Bay aboard a traditional watercraft. Times and sailing schedule varies. Visit obxmaritime.org for more information.
Late May thru Mid August
OBX Daredevils Baseball
obxdaredevils.com
Memorial Day to September 30 > Harkers Island
Cape Lookout National Seashore Interpretive Programs and Activities
Interpretive activities are presented by park rangers from Memorial Day weekend through September 30th. These include a wide range of history, natural resource, and recreational programs. Programs include Horse Watching, Habitat Hike, Lighthouse Lore, Storm Stories, Fishing with the Coast Keeper, Barrier Island Ecology, Tidal Flat Exploration and a Cape Truck Tour with a Ranger. Some programs occur each week, some scheduled programs are repeated and require reservations. Check at the Harkers Island Visitor Center to learn of places to visit in Cape Lookout, and to learn of things to do. http://www.nps.gov/calo/programs.htm Cape Lookout National Seashore
Memorial Day to Labor Day > Bodie Island, Hatteras Island, Ocracoke Island
Cape Hatteras National Seashore Interpretive Programs and Activities
A full schedule of interpretive activities are presented by park rangers throughout the summer season. These include a wide range of history, natural resource, and recreational programs. Additional programs may be offered as well. Check at a park Visitor Center for a current schedule, and a copy of "In the Park," an informational newspaper published each summer. http://www.nps.gov/caha/programs.htm Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Memorial Day to Labor Day > Kill Devil Hills
Wright Brothers National Memorial Interpretive Programs and Activities
Wright Brothers National Memorial has many activities designed especially for kids. Check out the park schedule for "Especially for Kids" programs available at the visitor center. One favorite is "Kite Flight" where kids can see a demonstration of kite building and then fly their own homemade kites. These and other interpretive programs will be offered from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Check at the Visitor Center for a complete schedule. http://www.nps.gov/wrbr/indepth/programs.htm
Wright Brothers National Memorial
May 28 - August 20 > Roanoke Island
The Lost Colony Outdoor Drama
The Lost Colony is America's first and longest running outdoor symphonic drama, telling the story of Sir Walter Raleigh's attempts to colonize English America from 1584 - 1590. The Lost Colony is America's first great historical mystery and includes the story of Virginia Dare, first English child born in America. Lost Colony
June > Edenton
Edenton National Fish Hatchery Open House
Edenton NFH has an active public use program. The hatchery has a public aquarium and a raised boardwalk through a wetland area. All facilities are open to the public for self-guided tours. Large groups, as well as small, are given tours by station personnel if arrangements are made in advance. Edenton National Fish Hatchery
June > Gates County
Merchants Millpond State Park
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Merchants Millpond State Park, one of North Carolina's rarest ecological communities. Massive cypress & gum trees covered with Spanish moss form a canopy for the dark waters of the 750-acre cypress millpond ~ a wilderness sanctuary for wetland wildlife. Contact the park office or check online: Merchants Millpond
June > Plymouth
Pettigrew State Park
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Pettigrew State Park. Contact the park office or check online: http://207.4.179.50/dprcoe/coe_pub.html Pettigrew State Park
June - August > Kure Beach
Free Summer Concert Series
The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce hosts their Free Summer Concerts at the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area located along the Cape Fear River. They are held on the second and fourth Fridays in June, July and August (weather permitting). Bring your blanket or chair and the kids. Refreshments and snacks available for purchase. Ft. Fisher Airforce Recreation Area Pleasure Island Tourism
June > Lake Waccamaw, west of Wilmington
Lake Waccamaw State Park
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Lake Waccamaw State Park. Lake Waccamaw State Park
June > Kure Beach
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. Program titles include Shell Stroll, Turtle Talk, Salt Marsh Exploration, Bird Hike and Surf Fishing Basics. Fort Fisher
June > Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach State Park
Rangers hold trail hikes and regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Carolina Beach State Park. Contact the park office or check online: http://207.4.179.50/dprcoe/coe_pub.html Carolina Beach State Park
June 1 thru mid-August > Beaufort
Summer Science School For Children
The Summer Science School for Children entering 1st - 10th grades offers hands-on classes to investigate North Carolina's coastal environment and maritime history. Day classes range from boat models and mariners, fishing fossils, kayaking, maritime archaeology, mystery and history, pirates, and seashore. NC Maritime Museum
June thru mid-August > Beaufort
Junior Sailing Program
The Junior Sailing Program of the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, teaches seamanship, navigation, boating safety, and sailing techniques to beginning and intermediate sailors ages 8 and older. Students sail International Optimist Dinghies or Vanguards during the two-week sessions and final Regatta. NC Maritime Museum www.ncmm-friends.org/onthewater/junior_sailing.htm
June > Emerald Isle
Hot Wax Surf Camp
Hot Wax Surf Camp - is offered through the summer by Hot Wax Surf Shop, Emerald Isle. Morning Camp offers classes every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9:30-11:30 AM. Private and group instruction is also offered. Afternoon Surfabout offers advanced instruction. www.hotwaxsurf.com
June > Hatteras Island
Weekly Summer Interpretive Programs on Pea Island NWR
http://www.fws.gov/alligatorriver/spec.html#schedule Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
June > Manteo
Weekly Summer Interpretive Programs on Alligator River NWR
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. http://www.fws.gov/alligatorriver/spec.html#schedule Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
June > Manteo
Summer Children's Performance Series at Roanoke Island Festival Park
Roanoke Island Festival Park, in the Film Theatre. Performances for children. Following the performance, the Museum Store provides children's activities. Admission can be purchased at the door. Roanoke Island Festival Park
June > Seven Springs (south of Kinston)
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Cliffs of the Neuse State Park. Contact the park office or check online: http://207.4.179.50/dprcoe/coe_pub.html Cliffs of the Neuse State Park
June > Bath
Goose Creek State Park
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Goose Creek State Park. Contact the park office or check online: http://207.4.179.50/dprcoe/coe_pub.html Goose Creek State Park
June > Swansboro
Hammocks Beach State Park
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Hammocks Beach State Park. Contact the office or check online: http://207.4.179.50/dprcoe/coe_pub.html The Hammocks Beach State Park office and ferry dock are located in Onslow County between Jacksonville and Morehead City. Hammocks Beach State Park
June 03-05 > Bald Head Island
Annual Bald Head Island Fishing Rodeo
For info: baldheadisland.com
June 04-06 > Wilmington
Shakespeare on the Green Festival
The Shakespeare on the Green Festival has been presenting full-length professionally rendered outdoor theatre productions for the citizens and visitors of the Cape Fear Region since 1983. Based in scenic Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, come enjoy Shakespeare under the stars. www.shakespeareonthegreen.us
June 04-06> Ocracoke Island
Ocrafolk Music & Storytelling Festival
This free festival features musicians, storytellers, artisans, and the culture of Ocracoke Island and Eastern Carolina. A wonderful island festival with live music and other entertainment, great food along with local arts and crafts, local folklore and storytelling. A great family outing on one of NC's beautiful barrier islands. ocrafolkfestival.org
June 05 - 11 > Waves
Triple-S Kiteboarding Invitational
The Triple- S Invitational is the international free ride "world championships" of kiteboarding. This has become a highly anticipated event on the pro kiteboarding calendar. Watch the world's best kiteboarders compete in Surf, Slicks and Sliders in Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. For more information checkout the website: realkiteboarding.com/index.cfm?page=newsitem&id=1510
June 05 > Creswell, near Plymouth
Heritage Day
Sounds and smells from long ago fill the air as visitors gather for Davenport Heritage Day. There are on-site demonstrations on how early settlers killed and processed hogs, how they churned butter, how they ginned cotton. Other demonstrations include making wreaths and other items from corn shucks. Washington County Tourism
June 05 > Wrightsville Beach
Surf-Sun-Sand Volleyball & Bocce Ball Tournament
Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation is hosting the Annual Surf-Sun-Sand Volleyball & Bocce Ball Tournament. This six or four-person co-ed volleyball tournament has divisions for skill levels including Novice and Intermediate. Town Of Wrightsville Beach
June 05 > Carolina Beach
Pleasure Island Beach Music Festival
Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce invites you to grab your shagging shoes and come on down for the 2007 Beach Music Festival held on the Ocean Front Beach Stage near the Boardwalk. Come dance the day away to all the great beach music tunes you remember from summers past. Pleasure Island Tourism
June 05 > Manteo
Dare Day Celebration
Dare Days is an annual celebration of the people and history of Dare County. It is FREE and open to all residents and visitors alike. We encourage family groups and provide services to help make your day comfortable including food vendors, artisan crafts, aero fly-over, awesome street dance, all-day family entertainment, an information booth and more. Events are within walking distance of each other and located in the downtown historic Manteo Waterfront area. There is no reserved parking. Parking is available along streets and town locations. Shuttle service is NOT provided. Outer Banks Visitors Center
June 05 > Hampstead
Celebrate Hampstead Festival
Local artists & crafters will be selling an array of handcrafted merchandise. There will be live music performances all day long. In addition, there will be an array of food vendors & a wide variety of children's activities. Contact Pender County Tourism for more info.
June 05 > Edenton
Edenton Annual Open Bass Tournament
Edenton Tourism
June 06 > Morehead City
Lady Angler Tournament, Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament
For info: thebigrock.com
June 08 > Wrightsville Beach
Jazz-In-The-Park
Cape Fear Jazz will hold its annual Jazz-In-The-Park. Several bands will perform at Wrightsville Beach Park. The music is free and open to the public. Bring your family, a picnic lunch and lawn chairs. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Co-sponsored by the Wrightsville Beach Parks & Rec. Dept. www.capefearjazz.com
Early June thru late August > Ocean Isle Beach
Summer Afternoon Family Programs
A popular program for families. Bring camera and have your picture taken with a snake or turtle! Museum Of Coastal Carolina
June 09 > Nags Head
Wil-Bear Wright's Festival of Fun
Wil-bear Wright lands at Kitty Hawk Kites for a day filled with fun activities for kids. Make and fly your own kite, try yo-yo stunts, get your face painted, free balloons, candy and lots of fun. Kitty Hawk Kites
June 11-13 > Wilmington
Shakespeare on the Green Festival
The Shakespeare on the Green Festival has been presenting full-length professionally rendered outdoor theatre productions for the citizens and visitors of the Cape Fear Region since 1983. Based in scenic Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, come enjoy Shakespeare under the stars. www.shakespeareonthegreen.us
June 11-19 > Morehead City
Big Rock Blue Marlin Fishing Tournament
The Big Rock is an exciting Crystal Coast tradition in mid-June. Part of the Governors Cup Billfishing Series, the tournament is fished by around 100 competitors in substantial cash categories. For info: thebigrock.com
June 11-12 > Washington
Annual Washington Summer Festival
This annual event features music, crafts, food, rides, and lots of FUN! Washington - Beaufort County Tourism
June 12-13 > Nags Head
Annual Rogallo Kite Festival
Jockey's Ridge State Park: The Rogallo kite festival honors Francis M.Rogallo, NASA scientist and inventor of the Flexible Wing. This three day festival will feature our signature kite flying on the dunes of Jockeys Ridge as well as nightly entertainment celebrating the history of kiting. Famous kite auction to benefit the Rogallo Foundation. A street dance for a night of summer fun. Outdoor film screening. Throughout the three day festival there will be exhibition and demonstration including free children's kite making and much more. Kitty Hawk Kites
June 18-20 > Wilmington
Shakespeare on the Green Festival
The Shakespeare on the Green Festival has been presenting full-length professionally rendered outdoor theatre productions for the citizens and visitors of the Cape Fear Region since 1983. Based in scenic Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, come enjoy Shakespeare under the stars. www.shakespeareonthegreen.us
June 18-20 > Ocean Isle Beach
Jolly Mon King Mackerel Tournament
For info: oifishingcenter.com
June 19 > Edenton
Music and Water Festival
East Coast Flatwater Canoe and Kayak Races will start the day off and will be continued with a celebration of our waterways with free paddling demonstrations, leisure paddles along the creeks, games while topping the day off with Local and regional musically talented people entertain on the shore Edenton Tourism
June 20 > Manteo
Annual Evening Under The Stars With The North Carolina Symphony
Enjoy a symphonic evening under the stars at Roanoke Island Festival Park's Outdoor Pavilion. Handicap parking will be available at the Park. Additional parking available on a first come, first serve basis. More parking is available throughout the town of Manteo. Seating for the event will be on the open lawn. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs. Picnics are welcomed. Roanoke Island Festival Park
Late June thru mid-August > Kill Devil Hills
Outer Banks Opry
Family-oriented evening of acoustic music, stories and fun for all ages. Weekly guest performers. A different show every week! Admission charge. www.outerbanksopry.com
June 23-24 > Corolla
Annual "Under the Oaks" Art Festival
Enjoy this annual outdoor art show on the waterfront grounds of Currituck Heritage Park. This show features the unique talents of over 100 quality artists with a wide variety of media plus musical entertainment, local food concessions, an art auction, and children's activities. For more information whaleheadclub.org
June 25 - Aug 02> Edenton
Annual People's Choice Exhibit
The top three voted upon artists at the Members Exhibit will have a joint show. www.chowanarts.org
June 25 > Wilmington
Quilters By the Sea Quilt Show
www.quiltersbytheseaguild.com
June 25-27 > Wilmington
Shakespeare on the Green Festival
The Shakespeare on the Green Festival has been presenting full-length professionally rendered outdoor theatre productions for the citizens and visitors of the Cape Fear Region since 1983. Based in scenic Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, come enjoy Shakespeare under the stars. www.shakespeareonthegreen.us
June 25-27 > Morehead City
Beaufort Homes Tour Antiques Show & Sale
Held during the annual Beaufort Homes & Gardens Tour, the Antiques Show features more than 40 antiques exhibitors and specialists from all along the East Coast showing and selling antiques and collectibles at affordable prices. A tearoom serves sandwiches, desserts and beverages. Crystal Coast Civic Center
Beaufort Historic Site
June 25-26 > Beaufort
Beaufort Old Homes & Gardens Tour
Beaufort Historical Association's biggest event featuring a walking tour of beautiful private homes in Beaufort, colorful gardens, local artists' studios, the Beaufort Historic Site buildings and much more! Beaufort Historic Site
June 26-27 > Nags Head
Kite Boarding Competition
Come see some of the best kiteboarders in the world. Free demonstrations and competitions will be held. Manufacturers representatives on-site. Kitty Hawk Kites
June 13 > Hatteras Island
Fishing and Crabbing Rodeo on Pea Island NWR
The only day of the year when the North Pond of the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge is open to crabbing and fishing! The refuge also runs a free raffle to kids 12 years old and younger, so everyone takes home something. Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
Early May thru Late October > Elizabeth City
Downtown Waterfront Market
A weekly celebration of local foods, crafts and activities!! Cooking and arts-and-crafts demonstrations! Music and live performances!! On the green at Mariner's Wharf Park, Saturdays morning to mid-afternoon. Hope to see you there!! For more information downtownwaterfrontmarket.com
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