Crystal Coast Vibes October 17-23

What's Happening on the Crystal Coast!

October 17- October 23, 2025

Hello friends and neighbors!

The skies have been gray, but that’s no problem. Indoors or outdoors, there are always amazing things to see and do here on the Crystal Coast.

In this issue, you will find Crystal Coast Events, Local Buzz, Entertainment, and the Parting Shot.

Have fun!

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Friday, October 17

  • 2nd Annual Halloween Fun at the U.S. Coast Guard Station, Emerald Isle.
    Haunted Station and Trunk or Treat. Emjoy sweet rats and a scary walkthrough.
    5-9 pm | Free

  • Fossil Day Fun at Western Carteret Library, Cape Carteret.
    A fun-filled time learning about fossils and creating fun crafts.
    3 pm | Free, registration required.

  • Chicago: The Musical at Elysian Performing Arts Center, Morehead City.
    A dazzling and satirical look at fame, justice, and the media machine. Set in 1920s Chicago and based on real-life murders and trials.
    7:30 pm | $22

  • Diary of a Wimpy Kid - The Musical at Rivertown Players, New Bern.
    A musical adaptation based on Jeff Kinney’s best-selling book series.
    7:30 pm | Adults $30 plus fees, Students $10 plus fees

  • Hocus Pocus Movie Night @ Beach Bowls, Beaufort.

    A family-friendly night under the stars as Beach Bowls becomes the ultimate movie spot for you to enjoy HOCUS POCUS! With complimetary popcorn.
    6:30-9 pm | Free, concessions $

  • Bonehenge Public Tour at Bonehenge Whale Center, Beaufort.
    A 40 to 60-minute walking tour of Bonehenge Whale Center, led by Natural Science Curator Keith Rittmaster and Associate Museum Curator Christine Brin.
    10 am | Free

Saturday, October 18

  • “Finger Mullet” Festival at Swansboro Municipal Park.
    Everything you love about the Mullet Festival, just a little smaller. Celebrate Swansboro style with music, food, fun, and, of course, mullets!
    10 am-4 pm | Free admission

  • Cedarfest 2025 at Boathouse Creek Park, Cedar Point,
    An incredible mix of live entertainment, family fun, and community spirit.
    9 am-5 pm | Free

  • Apple Fest at The Market at Cedar Point.
    9 Varieties of Apples for Sale: Red Delicious, Roma, McIntosh, Golden Crisp, Granny Smith and MORE!
    9 am-2 pm | Free admission

  • Diary of a Wimpy Kid - The Musical at Rivertown Players, New Bern.
    A musical adaptation based on Jeff Kinney’s best-selling book series.
    7:30 pm | Adults $30 plus fees, Students $10 plus fees

  • Chicago: The Musical at Elysian Performing Arts Center, Morehead City.
    A dazzling and satirical look at fame, justice, and the media machine. Set in 1920s Chicago and based on real-life murders and trials.
    7:30 pm | $22

  • Crystal Coast Highland Games at Newport Flea Mall Event Grounds, Newport.
    Celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture with amazing Highland Games.
    9 am-5 pm | Advanced tickets $20, at gate $25, kids 12 under free

  • Fall Harvest Festival at Bethlehem Methodist Church, Bogue.
    Annual harvest festival with vendors and food - Eastern NC Pork BBQ or Chicken plate.
    10 am

  • Nevermore Night at The White Rabbit Cafe, Morehead City.
    Step into the candlelit hush for Nevermore Night at The White Rabbit: An Edgar Allan Poe Poe-TEA Experience. Live dramatic readings, two thoughtfully paired teas, and a seasonal tasting menu.
    6:30 pm | $45 per person (gratuity not included)

  • Garner's Fall Festival at Garner's Farm, Newport.
    A Fall Festival of Fun that features a 5-acre corn maze, 10+ acres of U-Pick Pumpkin Patches, Hay Rides, kid and family-friendly activities, farm animals, and more. Concessions are available.
    10 am-6 pm | Prices vary

Sunday, October 19

  • Diary of a Wimpy Kid - The Musical at Rivertown Players, New Bern.
    A musical adaptation based on Jeff Kinney’s best-selling book series.
    3:00 pm | Adults $30 plus fees, Students $10 plus fees

  • 8th Anniversary Week at Shortway Brewing, Newport (recurring daily through October 25.
    Help celebrate their anniversary. Something special every day!
    Noon-9 pm | Prices vary

  • Chicago: The Musical at Elysian Performing Arts Center, Morehead City.
    A dazzling and satirical look at fame, justice, and the media machine. Set in 1920s Chicago and based on real-life murders and trials.
    2:30 pm | $22

  • Halloween Garden Market at Carolina Home and Garden, Newport.
    Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume. Raffles and more fun.
    Noon-4 pm | Free admission, food and drink prices vary

  • Trunk or Treat at First Methodist Church, Morehead City.
    A fun community event for all ages! Free Hotdogs for everyone! Dress up in your favorite costumes and make your way through the parking spaces to collect treats.
    5-6 pm | Free

  • Garner's Fall Festival at Garner's Farm, Newport.
    A Fall Festival of Fun that features a 5-acre corn maze, 10+ acres of U-Pick Pumpkin Patches, Hay Rides, kid and family-friendly activities, farm animals, and more. Concessions are available.
    10 am-6 pm | Prices vary

Monday, October 20

  • Championship Trivia at Snapperz Grill, Morehead City.
    Tivia Night in the Boat Bar at Snapperz. Categories mean there's something for everyone.
    6:30 pm

Tuesday, October 21

  • Sea Glass Tree Workshop at Carolina Home & Garden, Newport.
    A workshop to create an ever popular Sea Glass Tree!
    6-8 pm | Three sizes: 6” - $59, 9” - $59, “12 - $85

  • Spooky Carnivorous Plant Class at Carolina Home and Garden, Newport,
    A Halloween themed garden class. Discover Venus flytraps, pitcher plants, and other creepy bug eaters, then create your own carnivorous bog to take home!
    6-8 pm | $15.38, Small Charcuterie $15.36, Large Charcuterie $25.63

  • Wine and Dinner Pairing at Carolina Home & Garden, Newport.
    A special wine tasting and dinner pairing with Advanced Sommelier and Wine Educator Claudia Chamberlain .
    6-8 pm | $87.13

  • WineOrama at Aqua Restaurant. Beaufort.
    Enjoy a flight of four new wines.
    6-8:30 pm | $15

Wednesday, October 22

  • Kayak the Salt Marsh at Gallants Channel Event Space, Beaufort.
    Learn about salt marshes and wildlife while on the water. Basic kayak instruction and safety lessons on shore are followed by a 1.5-mile paddle through the salt marsh in our sit-in cockpit touring kayaks; or bring your own kayak and join us at a discount. Ages 12+
    9 am-Noon | $35, $30 with own kayak, $31.50 for Friends of The Maritime Museum, $27 for Friends of The Maritime Museum with own kayak

  • Wine Dinner at Firefly Cafe, New Bern.
    A specially curated pairing menu. This month’s dinner features a German-inspired menu paired with hand-selected German wines.
    6 pm | $70, $55 without wine

  • Music Bingo at Carolina Home and Gardens, Newport.
    Songs from all different genres. Sing along as you play against your friends and family.
    6:30-8:30 pm | $5.13, $15.38 Small Charcuterie Box, $25.63 Large Charcuterie Box

Thursday, October 23

  • "Alive at Five" The Band of OZ at Katherine Davis Park, Morehead City.
    A family friendly concert series featuring bands performing at Katherine Davis Park.
    5-8 pm | Free

  • Weingut Zähringer German Wine Dinner at Promise Land Market, Morehead City.
    Enjoy exceptional selections from this 6th generation family winery located in Baden, Germany, specializing in organic production. Each wine will be paired with an delicious course from the talented team at Promise Land Market.
    6 pm | $ | Reservations required, please contact Promise Land Market at (252 )222-0422 for details.

  • Pine Needle Ornament Workshop at Beaufort Historic Site, Beaufort.
    Craft your very own pine needle ornament, a one-of-a-kind keepsake perfect for the holiday season!
    9:30 am | $60 Register at (252)728-5225 or stop by 130 Turner Street in Beaufort.

  • Author Helen Aitken Talk and Reception at Bogue Banks Branch Library, Pinr Knoll Shores.
    Helen Aitken speaks about writing, Southern living through storytelling, and finding humor in everyday life.
    3 pm | Free

  • Puzzle Competition at Carolina Home and Garden, Newport.
    Teams of up to 4 people race to see who can complete a 500 piece puzzle the fastest! Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places.
    6-8 pm | $5.20, $15.38 Small Charcuterie Box, $25.63 Large Charcuterie Box

  • Rock the Deck Series - Tapping the Admiral Bar, Beaufort.
    Featuring Monika Jaymes.
    5-8 pm | No admission charge

Future Events

Recurring Events

  • Annual Pumpkin Patch at First Presbyterian Church, Morehead City.
    A fun and festive fall outing. Proceeds go to the Children and Youth Ministry.
    Monday to Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sundays 12:00 to 6:00 pm. from October 2nd through October 31st.

  • Children's Art Show - Harkers Island Visitors Center, Harkers Island. Artwork from schools all across the United States is on display. | Daily 9 am-6 pm through Novenmber 1st. | Free

  • Beach Yoga Every Day - Western Beach Access, Emerald Isle | Daily 8 am | Donation

  • Roosevelt Natural Area Paddle Trip - NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores | Mondays and Wednesdays 9-11 am | $ | Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters with an aquarium educator as you learn about the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment

  • Trivia Tuesday - The Emerald Club, Emerald Isle | Tuesdays 7:30-9:15 pm

  • Free Admission Wednesday - Grace Adventure Park / Carolina Home and Garden, Newport | 2-6 pm Wednesdays | Free

  • Small Arms Demo at Fort Macon State Park- Fort Macon, Atlantic Beach | Wednesdays 10:30-11 am | Free | Small Arms history and demonstrations.

  • It's All Write - Western Carteret Library, Cape Carteret | 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 4-5:30 pm | 18+ | Writer’s Group / Workshop.

  • Fishing Fanatics - NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores | Wednesdays 6-8 pm | children 5-12 yrs with an adult | $

  • Booze Farm Bingo - Bogue Sound Distillery, Bogue | Wednesdays
    6-10 pm | 21+ only

  • Musical Bingo - The Trading Post, Emerald Isle | Wednesdays 7-9 pm

  • Boot & Brews Line Dancing - Dancing Baristas Cafe, Beaufort | Thursdays

  • Thursday Night Flights - MF Chappell Wine Merchant, Atlantic Beach | Thursdays 5-6:30 pm | $ | Wine Tasting.

  • Almost Live Concert Karaoke - Bogue Sound Distillery, Bogue | Thursdays 7-11 pm

  • Stand-Up Paddle Boarding - NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores | Fridays
    9-11 am | $

  • Bingo Beats Saturdays - Billfish Coastal Grill & Bar, Indian Beach. Music Bingo! | Saturdays | 7-9 pm

  • Karaoke Night - Tackle Box Tavern, Atlantic Beach | Saturdays 9:30 pm -
    2 am

  • Lil Story Time - The Periwinkle, Beaufort | Saturdays 10:30 am - 1:30 pm | Free

  • Olde Beaufort Farmers Market - Beaufort. | Saturdays 9 am - 1 pm

  • Saturday Farmer’s Market - The Market at Cedar Point | Saturdays
    10 am - 2 pm

New Business Alert!

Going Coastal Wine is now open for business in Atlantic Beach, bringing the flavors of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the shore, offering a unique blend of mountain tradition and coastal charm. Located at 613A Atlantic Beach Causeway, they have a wine bar that’s perfect for date night and can host private events. More information is available on their website.

Friday, October 17

  • Mikele Buck @ Gaffer's | Emerald Isle | 6-9 pm

  • Rubich’s Cube @ Flipperz | Emerald Isle | 6-9 pm

  • Dick Knight @ Cru Wine Bar | Beaufort | 8-11 pm

  • Paul Brion & The Raucous Brothers @ NC Beaufort Bar | Beaufort |
    8:30-11:30 pm

  • Kaylee Matthews @ Carolina Home and Garden | Newport | 6-8 pm

  • Rollin' Woods Live @ 34° North Restaurant | Beaufort | 8-11 pm

  • Rob Ronner @ Willy Nilly Warehouse | Swansboro | 6-9 pm

  • Erika Butters @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 7-10 pm | $4

  • 28 West @ Pinky’s Pub | New Bern | 7:30-10:30 pm

Saturday, October 18

  • 90's R&B Brunch with DJ Uncle Lou @ Gaffer's | Emerald Isle |
    10:30 am-2:30 pm

  • DJ Set with DJ Uncle Lou @ Gaffer's | Emerald Isle | 6-9 pm

  • Ed Frankfort @ The Trading Post | Emerald Isle | 6:30-9:30 pm

  • Knok Knok @ Birdies at Star Hill | Cape Carteret | 6-9 pm

  • Hank Barbee at Cru Bar & The Wine Store | Beaufort | 8-11 pm

  • Dale Moore Live @ 34° North Restaurant | Beaufort | 8-11 pm

  • Barry Charlton @ Southern Salt | Morehead City | Noon-3 pm

  • Tommy Duzan @ Willy Nilly Warehouse | Swansboro | 4-7 pm

  • The Contra Band @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 7-10 pm | $5

  • The Wannabees @ Blackbeard’s Triple Play | New Bern | 7:30-11 pm

  • Ben Marshall @ Firefly Cafe | New Bern | 6-9 pm

  • Head Collision @ Pinky’s Pub | New Bern | 7:30-10:30 pm

Sunday, October 19

  • The RV Roadshow @ Bogue Sound Distillery | Bogue | 2-5 pm

  • Barefoot Wade @ Gaffer's | Emerald Isle | 2-5 pm

  • Jimmy Parker @ Thirsty Surfer | Emerald Isle | 3-6 pm

  • Will & Garth @ Carolina Home & Garden | Newport | Noon-4 pm

  • Barry Charlton @ Southern Salt | Morehead City | Noon-3 pm

  • Piano Brunch with Lynne Cox @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 11 am-2 pm

  • Los Sabrosos del Son @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 5:30-7:30 pm

Monday, October 20

  • Jim Kohler and Friends @ Blackbeard’s Triple Play | New Bern | 7-10 pm

Wednesday, October 22

  • Burgers & Brews with Brian Felton @ Gaffer's | Emerald Isle | 5:45-8:45 pm

  • Line Dancing @ Jack's Waterfront Bar | Morehead City | 5-7 pm | $20

Thursday, October 23

  • Bob Laverty @ Carolina Home and Garden | Newport | 6-8 pm

  • Jimmy Parker @ Caribsea Restaurant | Emerald Isle | 6-9 pm

  • Soul Syndicate @ Birdies at Star Hill | Cape Carteret | 6-9 pm

  • Big Sam @ The Trading Post | Emerald Isle | 6-9 pm

  • The RV Roadshow @ Jack's Waterfront Bar | Morehead City | 7-10 pm

  • Tannah Morris @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 5:30-8:30 pm

Some venues listed here might have a cover charge. Events and times can be subject to change.

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