Carolina Beach Calendar of Events

Island of Lights - Light Up The Lake
Friday, November 28, 2008
Carolina Beach Lake Park, Lake Park Blvd (Hwy 421), Carolina Beach, NC 28428: The light up ceremony officially begins the month long Island of Lights Festival. Entertainment is provided by local Boy Scouts and Carolina Beach Elementary School Chorus. Walk one mile around the lake to view lighted displays, caroling and live nativity provided by community groups. Santa to visit celebration. Call 910.458.9023

Island of Lights Parade
Friday, December 05, 2008
Carolina Beach, Lake Park Blvd (Hwy 421), Carolina Beach, NC 28428: The Christmas parade furnishes exceptional night time electric displays, featuring floats, bands, queens, clowns, horses, Santa Claus and much more. The hour and a half parade brings festive fun and entertainment to all. Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks to enjoy the fun time. Call 910.458.9023.

Island of Lights Holiday Flotilla
Saturday, December 06, 2008
Carolina Beach Boat Basin, Intracoastal Waterway, Carolina Beach, NC 28428: Fishing boats and pleasure crafts electrically decorated with thousands of lights present a spectacular display on the Intracoastal Waterway. The parade of boats will cruise from Snows Cut to Carolina Beach Boat Basin and back. A unique coastal tradition sure to please the hearts of all. Cash prizes are awarded. View from one of the Winner Boats or anywhere along the waterway. Free to the public. Parking available in the local parking lots. For more information call 910.458.9023.

Island of Lights Tour of Homes
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Pleasure Island, Carolina & Kure Beach, Carolina Beach, NC 28428: Visit area homes to enjoy holiday decorations and Southern hospitality at it's best as the owners welcome you into the privacy of their homes for a self-guided tour. (includes map) Tickets available at Linda's Fashions in Carolina Beach. Call 910.458.9023 for more information.

• The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce
• The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce
• The Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
• The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce
• The Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
• The Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce