Consistently one of the largest festivals in North Carolina, the NC Seafood Festival in Morehead City offers fun activities, unique vendors, and you got it- delicious seafood for the whole family to enjoy. Nearly 20 local bands will hit multiple stages throughout the weekend, and a few other events including the ‘Port of Pours’ beer tasting, a Sunday Sailing Regatta, Thursday night Low Country Boil, and unlimited access to rides with the purchase of an Armband on Friday night will keep the fun circling around the clock. Make sure to test your skills at the ‘Flounder Fling’ contest where you try and toss a flounder into a cast iron skillet, and take some time to visit the chef demonstration tent to boost your seafood cooking techniques with the help of some of the area’s most prominent chefs.

The ‘Blessing of the Fleet’ is one of the most heralded traditions the Seafood Festival offers. It is a small but important gesture to the many men and women who work hard every day so that we can enjoy such quality seafood at events like this. Without the dedication of these individuals, the seafood industry in North Carolina and beyond would be severely impacted. The Festival works hard to make sure that food vendors support local fishermen and that visitors know how important the industry is to our coastal communities. Without a doubt, you’ll enjoy some of the freshest seafood on the East Coast at the NC Seafood Festival, and probably run into someone who caught it not all that long ago.

As a non-profit organization, the Diamond City Gala is committed to celebrating local history, art and music while raising money to support The Crystal Coast community. This year’s First Annual Gala’s goal is to help restore and rebuild the Carteret Community Theatre that was unfortunately damaged during Fall 2018’s Hurricane Florence. The lineup for the event this year will include a Local Art Expo and Live Competition, Food, Drinks, Live Music and a Family Fun Zone. The main event of the evening, the Founders Dinner & Art Benefit, will include a partnership from Parrot’s on Eleventh and Promise Land Market with some delectable wine and food pairings. Local artists will also be on-hand to auction off some of their work for donations.  Tickets for the Founder’s Dinner are $100 and available for purchase from the link below.

Garner’s Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch is a partnership of Garner Farms, Garner’s Landscaping & The Plant Stand. The maze was unfortunately closed last year due to damage from Hurricane Florence, but is planning to be back this year and better than ever! The goal of the partnership is to continue to provide the community with more fun-filled fall activities and a place for families and schools to come together and enjoy the changing of the seasons and holidays. If you get the chance, bring your loved ones out to enjoy the Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, and Activity Center throughout the autumn months. More information and an update on special events and promotions can be found by clicking the button below!