The North Carolina Coast Host region—a spectacular stretch of barrier islands, historic port cities, and charming inland towns—offers a refreshing take on traditional holiday celebration. Create new festive memories where the coastal air is crisp and the spirit is bright.
Here’s why the NC Coast is the perfect destination for your holiday getaway!
Northern Coast:
- Come celebrate your holiday season on the Outer Banks. – www.outerbanks.org/obxmas
- Here are just a few ways to get into the holiday spirit in Washington, NC– littlewashingtonnc/events
- Christmas in Edenton is a magical time of year! From events: visitedenton.com/edentonchristmas, visitedenton.com/celebrating-the-holidays-in-edenton/, to holiday shopping: visitedenton.com/christmas-gift-ideas-in-downtown-edenton
- Elizabeth City has an array of event this season – visitelizabethcity.com/Events
- Join us for Christmas in Camden County! – www.visitcamdencountync.com
- The Northern Outer Banks transform into a peaceful and magical destination that’s ripe for holiday cheer – northernouterbanks.com
Southern Coast:
- City of Southport WINTERFEST 2025, including a “Winterfest Tea” to the “Southport Christmas Flotilla.” cityofsouthport.com/winterfest
- Celebrate in the holidays in Brunswick Islands from festive parades to Christmas tree lightings, flotillas, and more. www.ncbrunswick.com/holidays
- The holiday season is very special on the Crystal Coast. Holiday Restaurants offerings – https://www.crystalcoastnc.
org/restaurants/holiday- offerings/, Holiday Events – https://www.crystalcoastnc. org/events/holiday/ and Holiday Specials – https://www.crystalcoastnc. org/plan-your-vacation/deals- and-specials/ - The holiday spirit in Onslow County is here! www.onlyinonslow.com/holidayhappenings
- Experience the holidays with coastal-style events in Wilmington, NC – www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/holiday
- Come celebrate the holidays in Burgaw – visitburgawnc.com/events
- New Bern is a magical place to visit this season – visitnewbern.com
Inland Coast:
- Enjoy the holidays from tree lightings and concerts to art shows and more in Lumberton North Carolina – www.lumberton-nc.com/events
- Bladen County comes alive with the magic of Christmas each year – www.elizabethtownwhitelake.com/events
- Experience holiday cheer in Wilson, NC – comeseewilson.com/event-calendar
- The holidays are a magical time in Greenville-Pitt County! – www.visitgreenvillenc.com
- Sampson County offers holiday cheer this season – www.visitsampsonnc.com
Come experience the warmth, the views, and the unique, shimmering magic of the holidays on the North Carolina Coast. It’s the perfect place to defrost and refresh your holiday spirit!