New Hanover County
February 7th
East Coast Shag Classic
Holiday Inn Resort
1706 North Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
910.256.2231
www.hopeabounds.org/event/8th-annual-east-coast-shag-classic
The Annual East Coast Shag Classic features dance performances, lessons, open dancing, a silent auction and live music by Band of Oz, Jim Quick & Coastline Band, Gary Louder & Smokin’ Hot, and the Entertainers. Proceeds benefit Hope Abounds.
February 23rd
Tidewater Camellia Club Spring Show & Sale
New Hanover County Arboretum
6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
The Annual Spring Show & Sale features flower exhibitors from all over the Southeastern U.S. Camellia experts display more than 500 blooms representing many varieties for evaluation by American Camellia Society judges. Highlights include Camellia care education and an interactive children’s corner.
Brunswick County
February 14th-16th
50th Anniversary of Holden Beach
110 Rothschild St, Holden Beach, NC 28462
910.842.6488
https://www.ncbrunswick.com/event/50-anniversary-holden-beach-nc
The town of Holden Beach will celebrate its 50th Anniversary and create a time capsule. Cake and ice cream will be served. There will be a dinner to commemorate Holden Beach’s history followed by a bonfire on the beach.
February 25-Mar 16
Spring Art Show
130 east West Street, Southport, NC 28461
910.457.5450
Southport’s Franklin Square Gallery will host it’s annual Spring Art Show to introduce the latest paintings, pottery and sculptures by both gallery members and guest artists from throughout southeastern North Carolina.
Pender County
February 16th
Casino Night
2000 N. New River Inlet Rd, North Topsail Beach, NC 28455
910.329.4446
http://www.topsailchamber.org/casino-night.html
Join the Topsail Chamber of Commerce for dinner, drinks and dancing. Games include Craps, Roulette and Blackjack with a reverse raffle and there will be a live DJ. Proceeds benefit the Chamber’s mission for economic growth and civic well-being.
February 23rd
243rd Anniversary of the Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge Reenactment
40 Patriots Hall Dr, Currie, NC 28435
https://www.visitpender.com/events
Celebrate what is considered to be one of the first Patriot victories of the American Revolution and see history come to life. Visitors will be treated to stories and demonstrations of 18th century military and colonial life.
Onslow County
February 8th
Southeastern Cancer Care Fashion Show Fundraiser
1309 Lejeune Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28540
http://bit.ly/cancerCareFashionShow
Enjoy a night of dinner, dancing, auctions, raffles and entertainment while supporting cancer patients in the community. Includes fashion show and performances.
February 8th
Kids Night Out Valentines Bash
1244 Onslow Pines Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540
http://www.onlyinonslow.com/events/#!/142959-kids-night-out
Onslow Pines Park Classroom Parents enjoy an evening out to celebrate an early Valentine’s Day while the kids have a fun filled night of Valentine themed activities, games, and snacks. Pre-registration is required.
Craven County
February 5th
NC Symphony: Tchaikovsky Serenade
1500 Kingdom Way, New Bern, NC 28560
Soaring melodies stir the soul in Tchaikovsky’s tender Serenade for Strings, written as an homage to Mozart. Respighi’s Ancient Airs and Dances and Grieg’s “Holberg” Suite also find inspiration from the past, bringing freshness and flair to elegant dance forms.
February 15th-17th
Antiques Show & Sale
3300 Waterscape Way, New Bern, NC 28562
252.633.6448
http://bit.ly/AntiqueShowandSale
items range from fine jewelry and antique clothing to vintage to vintage toys and military items. Everything must be at least 50 years old so products range from the 1700s to the 1960s.
Carteret County
February 2nd & 3rd
16th Annual Carolina Chocolate Festival
3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557
252.393.2011
http://bit.ly/BeaufortCarolinaChocolateFestival
Enjoy tastings, demonstrations, bake-offs, golfing and relaxing at the spa. Proceeds benefit local charities.
February 10th
Valentine Party at the Beaufort Historic Site
130 Turner St, Beaufort, NC 28516
252.728.5225
http://bit.ly/BeaufortValentinesParty
The Beaufort Historical Association opens the buildings of the Beaufort Historic Site for current and prospective members to explore the rich cultural heritage of Carteret County.