Ranked #8 in USA TODAY’s list of North Carolina’s top beaches, Topsail beckons with quiet sands, sea turtle rescue, pirate lore, and WWII missile towers. Topsail Beach has claimed the #8 spot on USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice list for Best Beaches in North Carolina. This acclaim underscores its appeal as a treasured coastal gem—ideal for families, nature lovers, and anyone seeking...

June is the perfect time to visit the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center in Surf City, NC! This wonderful facility is open 7 days a week throughout the month and is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing sick and injured sea turtles that call our coastal waters home. 🕐 Public Tour HoursMonday – Friday: 12 PM – 4 PM Saturday – Sunday: 11 AM – 4 PM Please...

Celebrate 22 Years of Blueberry Fun at the North Carolina Blueberry Festival! Join us this summer as the North Carolina Blueberry Festival returns for its 22nd annual celebration in charming downtown Burgaw, centered around the town’s historic courthouse square. Festival Weekend Highlights:Kickoff Concert – Friday June 20: The fun begins that evening at 7 PM with a free concert featuring the legendary...

Explore Responsibly with the Outdoor NC Leave No Trace Principles North Carolina’s breathtaking landscapes—from our rolling mountains to scenic coasts—are treasures worth preserving. That’s why Outdoor NC, in partnership with Leave No Trace, promotes a set of principles designed to protect and sustain our natural spaces for generations to come. Whether you're hiking, paddling, fishing, or...

Surf City Live NC, the beloved annual community music festival set against the scenic backdrop of the SURF CITY BRIDGE, is thrilled to announce its expansion to a two-night event in 2025. This exciting development comes as the concert series continues to grow in popularity, drawing music enthusiasts from across the nation to Surf City, North Carolina. SURF CITY LIVE NC The 2025 edition of Surf City Live NC will take...