Events in Hampstead, NC

 

Fall is the season for festivities in the Hampstead, NC, area.  Two events not to miss are the Spot Festival and the Polar Grove Historic Plantation's Halloween Festival.  Both are true Hampstead affairs with fresh fish and food vendors, games, carnival-style rides and even a haunted hayride and barn at the Halloween festival.  For plenty of other events in Wilmington and neighboring Topsail Island, meander through this section, as well as their respected chapters. 

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March

Cape Fear Wildlife Expo Hampstead EventsCape Fear Wildlife ExpoWilmington Convention Center
515 Nutt Street
Wilmington, NC 28401 • map(910) 795-0292
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March 16-18, 2013 The 5th annual Cape Fear Wildlife Expo will showcase the state's natural resources, wildlife, conservation, and outdoor recreation. The three-day event features more than 100 exhibitors with interactive displays, intriguing workshops and educational activities at the Coastline Conference & Event Center and the new riverfront Wilmington Convention Center....more about Cape Fear Wildlife Expo

Historic Poplar Grove Herb & Garden FairPoplar Grove Herb & Garden Fair
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17 N
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 686-9518

March 23-24, 2013  Historic Poplar Grove Plantation welcomes the start of spring with its popular Herb & Garden Fair. This is the perfect time to gather information and inspiration on topics like vegetable gardening, herbs, cooking, composting, flower arranging and birds. For more information on their fun and educational workshops, contact Poplar...more about Historic Poplar Grove Herb & Garden Fair

April

Hops of Spring Beer Festival Hampstead EventsHops of Spring Beer Festival13775 Hwy 50, Ste. 101
Treasure Cove Landing
Surf City, NC 28445 • map(910) 329-4446
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April 27, 2013 Enjoy an afternoon of great brew and music at The Hops of Spring Beer Festival, hosted by The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism. One of the highlights of this fest is the mingling and conversation of natives and visitors over sweet ambrosia produced by twelve North...more about Hops of Spring Beer Festival

July

Classy Chassis Car Show & Country Flea Market10200 U.S. Hwy. 17
Wilmington, NC 28411 • map(910) 686-9518

TBA  Rated one of the top 20 events in the southeastern United States by the Southeast Tourism Society, this memorable car show takes place under massive, old shade trees in historic Poplar Grove Plantation. Cars and trucks 1985 and older, compete for top awards. A Country Flea Market covers from front...more about Classy Chassis Car Show & Country Flea Market

Fourth of July FireworksHolly Ridge Municipality Park
Sound Rd.
Holly Ridge, NC • map(910) 329-7081

July 4th, 2013-  The Holly Ridge Municipality Park on Sound Road in Holly Ridge, NC is a wonderful setting for the annual fireworks display. Beginning at 6:00 PM, children can enjoy the playground equipment while waiting for the fireworks, and the spacious grounds allow room to spread a blanket for an...more about Fourth of July Fireworks

Island FireworksSurf City Town Park
Roland Ave.
Surf City, NC • map(910) 328-4131

July 3rd, 2013-  Feel the thunderous boom of the launch pad on the spoil island adjacent to the bridge in Topsail Island, NC as you jam and dance to local bands in Surf City's gorgeous soundside park.  Sit on a boat in the Intracoastal Waterway, or bring your blankets and lawn...more about Island Fireworks

August

Sneads Ferry Shrimp FestivalCommunity Building Field
Park Ln.
Sneads Ferry, NC • map(910) 329-4446

For 41 years, the Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival in Sneads Ferry, NC has been paying a tasty homage to the area’s local shrimping industry and the families that coincide. Always on the second weekend in August, the festival begins with a parade on Saturday at 10 A.M. at the corner of Old...more about Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival

September

Hampstead Spot FestivalU.S. Hwy. 17 across from Deerfield
Hampstead, NC • map(910) 270-9642

September 28th/29th, 2013- The 50th Annual Spot Festival in Hampstead, NC, offers an opportunity to enjoy a dinner of spot, one of the area's best-tasting and most popular fish, along with generous helpings of cole slaw and hush puppies. The festival also has amusement rides, a variety of bands, and arts and...more about Hampstead Spot Festival

Taste of Topsail13775 N.C. Hwy. 50
Surf City, NC 28445 • map(910) 329.4446

TBA The Annual Taste of Topsail is at the Assembly Building in Topsail Beach, NC. Representatives from North Carolina wineries are on hand to pour samples of their nectar, with local restaurants providing the delectable hors d'oeuvres. Local artists exhibit their works and jazz music sets the mood. An entrance fee...more about Taste of Topsail

October

Autumn with TopsailAssembly Building Grounds
Flake Ave. and Channel Blvd.
Topsail Beach, NC • map(910) 329-4446

October 19th/20th, 2013-  Hosted by the Historical Society of Topsail Island, this fall festival in Topsail Beach, NC, features a juried Artists' Court with many regional artists displaying and selling their works. There is live music, a variety of food vendors, a beer and wine garden, and games, amusements and rides for kids. The Missiles and...more about Autumn with Topsail

Halloween FestivalPoplar Grove Historic Plantation
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17 N
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 686-9518

TBA  The Halloween Festival, held the last two weekends in October, is a popular and spooky event for the brave and faint-hearted alike. Planners guarantee that you will scream from the haunted barn, put on by the Topsail high school drama classes, and haunted hayride that goes deep into the midnight...more about Halloween Festival

November

Topsail Island Holiday Boat Flotilla at Topsail BeachAssembly Building
Topsail Beach, NC • map(910) 329-4446

Topsail Island, NC's Holiday Boat Flotilla is a great way to add a little island vibe to the holiday season. The annual parade of decorated and lighted boats sail down the Intracoastal Waterway beginning in Surf City at the bridge and continuing past the south end of Topsail Beach. Revelers can watch...more about Topsail Island Holiday Boat Flotilla at Topsail Beach

December

Historic Poplar Grove Plantation Christmas Open HousePoplar Grove Historic Plantation
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17 N
Wilmington, NC 28429 • map(910) 686-9518

TBA  Few places evoke the Southern charm of bygone days as well as Historic Poplar Grove Plantation in Scott's Hill, NC, especially around the holidays. Decorated in Victorian style, the manor house will be aglow with an old-fashioned Christmas. This free afternoon is open to the public and you can expect hot...more about Historic Poplar Grove Plantation Christmas Open House

Sneads Ferry Winter FestCommunity Building
Peru Rd.
Sneads Ferry, NC • map(910) 327-3335

For eighteen years, the folks of Sneads Ferry, NC have been ushering in the holiday season with the annual Winter Fest. The Winter Fest takes place during the second week of December and includes a tree-lighting ceremony, Christmas trees decorated by area clubs and a pancake breakfast with Santa Claus himself. There is...more about Sneads Ferry Winter Fest

 
 
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