BURGW – The NC Blueberry Festival Association is proud to announce the return of one of its newest and spiciest traditions — the 2nd Annual NC Blueberry Festival Chili Cook-Off! Set for Saturday, Nov. 15, in the heart of Historic Downtown Burgaw, at Dees Park on Courthouse Ave, this fiery competition will once again bring together talented cooks, hungry chili lovers, and community spirit in a celebration...
THALIAN HALL CINEMA · PREMIERE Minnie Evans: Draw or Die Not Rated | Documentary | 56 minutes UNITED STATES | ENGLISH FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025 7:00 PM HISTORIC MAIN STAGE [RED] · RUTH AND BUCKY STEIN THEATRE [BLACK] PREMIERE TICKETS $15.00 | ADULT $12.00 | SENIOR (65+) · STUDENT (W/ VALID ID) PREMIERE SCREENING...
It’s a holly jolly Christmas, and Pender County is ready to celebrate! Gather the family and start planning your holiday memories now. Lake Linda’s Christmas Lights Kick off the season with Lake Linda’s Christmas Lights, a dazzling drive-thru display featuring hundreds of twinkling lights synchronized to holiday music. Tune your radio, enjoy the glow, and don’t forget to bring a new toy to donate....
Get ready to kick off your Independence Day celebrations with a bang—Surf City style! On Thursday, July 3rd, the Town of Surf City invites you to a red, white, and blue celebration filled with live music, dancing, delicious eats, and dazzling fireworks over the Atlantic! The Party Starts with Dalton Davis! Bring your beach chairs and dancing shoes because Dalton Davis is hitting the stage with high-energy country...
The 2025 North Carolina Blueberry Festival brought an estimated 40,000 to 50,000 more visitors to historic downtown Burgaw this past weekend, making it another successful event and a major economic win for Burgaw, Pender County, and local businesses. Preliminary estimates suggest the annual celebration generated $2 to $2.5 million in direct and indirect economic impact through spending on food, crafts, lodging, and...
