Crystal Coast Vibes September 19-25

Friday, September 19

• A Conversation in Paint - Jeanne May & Liz Morton at Impressions Art Gallery & Studio, Morehead City.
  “A Conversation in Paint” - an exhibition from two artists with diverse styles.
  3:30-5:30 pm | Free admission

• Twilight at Tiffany's at Carolina Home & Garden, Newport.
  An evening of elegance beginning with High Tea and ending with dancing.
  6-9 pm | Prices start at $50

• Wink's Got Talent at The Periwinkle, Beaufort.
  A talent show at the Periwinkle. Showcase you special talent.
  6-9 pm (sign up by 5:30 to participate) | Free admission

• Swansboro’s First National Night Out, Swansboro.
  An excition community celebration! A free, family-friendly evening with a fun carnival theme, games, and more.
  6-8 pm | Free admission

• Luca Stricagnoli Encore Concert at New Bern Civic Theater, New Bern.
  A concert by one of the most unique guitarists in the world.

  7:30 pm | $44

Saturday, September 20

• 8th Annual Oktoberfest at Shortway Brewing Co., Newport.
  Enjoy festive beers, competitive games, & authentic German food.
  Noon-9 pm | Free admission

• 2025 Taste of the Coast Celebration at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City. Sponsored by the North Carolina Coastal Federation.
  The festive Taste of the Coast celebration will include food and wine pairings, fresh N.C. oysters (raw and steamed), live music, and a wonderful group of coastal supporters!
  6:30-9 pm | $75 Members, $85 Non-members

• A Conversation in Paint - Jeanne May & Liz Morton at Impressions Art Gallery & Studio, Morehead City.
  “A Conversation in Paint” - an exhibition from two artists with diverse styles.
  3:30-5:30 pm | Free admission

• Boat America at Cape Carteret Library, Cape Carteret.
  An in-depth and interesting boating safety course that provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boating certificate.
  7:30 am-5 pm | $25

• Fall Concert featuring virtuoso guitarist Luca Stricagnoli and singer-songwriter Meg Pfeiffer at Beaufort Historic Site, Beaufort.
  A rare, garden concert that promises to be an extraordinary experience for music-lovers.
  7:30-9:30 pm | $300 for Zone 1 Sponsor Circle seating, $75 for Zone 3 seating, $55 for Zone 3 seating

• Horse Sense and Survival Horse Watching Walking Tour at Cape Lookout National Seashore, Harker’s Island.
  A glimpse into the world of wild horses.
  1-4 pm | The event is free, but ferry tickets ($) are required.

• Mushroom Decor at Western Carteret Library, Cape Carteret.
  Kids and teens, create charming mushroom-inspired decorations using a variety of materials.
  3-4 pm | Free

Sunday, September 21

• 2nd Annual Back to Nature at Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter, Buaufort.
  An afternoon of fun, food, and raffle prizes.
  2-5 pm | Free admission. Raffles, Food and Drinks $.

• Garden Vendor Market at Carolina Home & Garden, Newport.
  Over 20 vendors, all selling different items!
  Noon - 4 pm | Free to attend

Monday, September 22

• Set Of 3 Resin Coastal Pumpkins Workshop at Wine & Design, Morehead City.
  Create gorgeous resin art, no artistic talent needed.
  6:30-8:30 pm | $65

Tuesday, September 23

• Wine Tasting at Carolina Home and Garden. Newport.
  A lovely selection of wines for the Fall season.
  6-8 pm | $15 Admission, $15 Small Charcuterie Box, $25 Large Charcuterie Box

• Pumpkin Succulent Garden Class at Carolina Home and Garden. Newport.
  A hands-on workshop where you will create a beautiful pumpkin centerpiece topped with living succulents—no carving required.
  6-8 pm | $45 Admission, $15 Small Charcuterie Box, $25 Large Charcuterie Box

• Herbal Class - "Getting Ready for Fall Yall!" at Carolina Home and Garden. Newport.
  A Fall themed herbal class featuring elderberry syrup, potpourri, and pumpkins!
  6-8 pm | $55 Admission, $15 Small Charcuterie Box, $25 Large Charcuterie Box

• Escoffier Dinner at Hospitality & Culinary Arts Center, Morehead City.
  Experience a culinary adventure while supporting the talented students of Carteret Community College's Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry Arts, and Hospitality Management programs.
  5:30 pm | $156.27

• Fall Suncatcher Workshop at Bogue Sound Distillery, Bogue.
  A super fun and totally beginner-friendly craft party where you will create a gorgeous sun catcher!
  6-8 pm | Prices start at $65

• WineOrama at Aqua Restaurant. Beaufort.
  Enjoy a flight of four new wines, this week from Winebow.
  6 pm | $15

Wednesday, September 24

• 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, $15 Small Charcuterie Box, $25 Large Charcuterie Box

Thursday, September 25

• Pottery Class at Carolina Home and Gardens, Newport.
  Learn to make a trio of leaf candle holders. No experience necessary!
  6-8 pm| $55, $15 Small Charcuterie Box, $25 Large Charcuterie Box

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

Future Events

• 7th Annual Emerald Fishing Tournament at Emerald Isle.
  A one-day a premier fishing event with proceeds going towards education and other benevolent endeavors.
  September 27, 2025

• North Carolina Seafood Festival, Morehead City.
  Ranked nationally in the top 200 “Must See” festivals.
  October 3-5, 2025

• Ol' Front Porch Music Festival, Oriental.
  It’s not quite the Crystal Coast, but The Ol' Front Porch Music Festival has a lineup of Folk, Americana, Bluegrass, Country, Gospel, and Jazz musicians with arts, crafts, food & more.
  October 3-4, 2025

• Movin Mullet 5k, Swansboro.
  A 5k Run presented by Marine Chevy.
  October 4, 2025

• Swansboro Mullet Festival, Swansboro.
  The 71th Annual Swansboro Mullet Festival of North Carolina!!
  October 11-12, 2025

• Mumfest, New Bern.
  New Bern’s Premier Event.
  October 11-12, 2025

• The NC Symphony, featuring Rachmaninoff Symphony No. 2, New Bern.
  October 30, 2025
  

Recurring Events

• 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

• Yoga in the Green Room & Garden - Carolina Home & Garden, Newport | Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 pm | $ | Relax and flow with yoga in the beautiful gardens.

• 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

• Something About Color - Art Council of Carteret County, Morehead City. An exhibition exploring how artists use color to evoke emotions, convey meaning, and challenge perceptions. | 11 am-5 pm daily through September 20 | Free to view

New Business Alert! Actually, two new businesses.

We would like to welcome Mountain Brook Vineyards to the Crystal Coast. Located at 201 Islander Drive in Emerald Isle (near the Western Beach Access parking), the tasting room is open daily from 12–9 PM with bar and table service, light bites, and retail bottles available to take home.

In New Bern, men who wish to be well-dressed now have Grant’s Menswear to make them look great. After many years of success in Mississippi, the owners moved the business to New Bern. They are located at 1329 McCarthy Blvd. in New Bern. Welcome!

Friday, September 19

• The Will & Tony Show @ 34° North Restaurant | Beaufort | 8-11 pm

• East Coast Duo @ The Boro | Swansboro | 7-10 pm

• Bob Laverty Band @ @ Floyd's 1921 | Morehead City | 6-9 pm

• Yarn @ Gaffer's | Emerald Isle | 6:60-9:30 pm

• Rubich's Cube @ Flipperz | Emerald Isle | 6:30-9:30 pm

• Corey Stuart Live @ The Bar at Norris Station | Newport | 8-11 pm

• Justin Castellano @ Carolina Home & Gardens | Newport 6-9 pm

• 4EverAll @ Bogue Sound Distillery | Bogue | 7-10 pm

• Old Age & Treachery @ Tapping the Admiral Bar | Beaufort | 6-9 pm

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

• Thorn @ King Mackerels | Morehead City | 9:30 pm-Midnight

• Ray Ward @ Willy-Nilly Warehouse | Swansboro | 6-9 pm

• Homey Badgers @ Pinky’s Pub | New Bern | 7:30-10:30 pm

• Aaron Davenport @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 7-10 pm

Saturday, September 20

• Flipside @ Willy-Nilly Warehouse | Swansboro | 6-9 pm

• Dirty Blonde Band Live @ Bogue Sound Distillery | Bogue | 7-10pm

• Monika Jaymes @ Gaffer's | Emerald Isle | 6-9 pm

• Gary Dudley & The Maxxtones @ Cru Wine Bar | Beaufort | 8-11 pm

• Jimmy Parker @ The Wheelhouse | Atlantic Beach | 8-11 pm

• Old Age & Treachery @ Beaufort Club's Blue Heron Restaurant | Beaufort |
  6-9 pm

• Pure T Mommicked @ Carolina Home and Garden | Newport | 6-9 pm

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

• Stephen Poole @ Floyd's 1921 | Morehead City | 7-10 pm

• Steve Clark Band @ Mill Whistle Brewing | Beaufort | 4-7 pm

• Vertigo with End of Summer Party @ Jack's Waterfront Bar | Morehead City |
  9 pm-12:30 am

• Yarn @ Gaffer's | Emerald Isle | 6:60-9:30 pm

• The Alter Ratz @ The Boro | Swansboro | 7-10 pm

• Barefoot Wade @ 34° North Restaurant | Beaufort | 8-11 pm

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

• Barry Charlton @ On the Rocks | Atlantic Beach | 7-9 pm

• Homey Badgers @ Pinky’s Pub | New Bern | 7:30-10:30 pm

• Phil Routszong @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 7-10 pm

Sunday, September 21

• Cecil Gillikin Live @ Bogue Sound Distillery | Bogue | 3-6 pm

• Old Age & Treachery @ Garner Park | Pine Knoll Shores | 6-8 pm

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

• The RV Roadshow @ Jack's Waterfront Bar | Morehead City | 3-6 pm

• Wes Rider @ The Thirsty Surfer | Emerald Isle | Noon-3 pm

• Clarence Coley @ Willy-Nilly Warehouse | Swansboro | 6-9 pm

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

• Los Sabrosos del Son @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 5-7:00 pm

Monday, September 22

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

Tuesday, September 23

• Beth & Dee @ Homer's Point Marina & Seafood | Salter Path | 8-11 pm

Wednesday, September 24

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

Thursday, September 25

• Patrick Smith @ Carolina Home and Garden | Newport | 6-9 pm

• Stephen Poole @ Caribsea Restaurant | Emerald Isle | 6-9 pm

• Bob Laverty Duo @ Birdies at Star Hill | Cape Carteret | 6-9 pm

• Brian Felton @ The Trading Post | Emerald Isle | 6-9 pm

• Sophia O’Yenik @ Baxter’s 1892 | New Bern | 5:30-7:30 pm

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