Events in Hampstead, NC

NOTICE: due to the rapidly changing situation with event closings regarding coronavirus, please contact any event you are interested in to confirm they are still proceeding as scheduled.

Fall is the season for festivities in the Hampstead, NC, area.  Two events not to miss are the Spot Festival and the Poplar 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 respective chapters. 

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March

Herb and Garden Fair Hampstead Events
Poplar Grove Plantation
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17 N
Wilmington, NC
(910) 686-9518
poplargrove.org • map •

March 27 - 28, 2021   Historic Poplar Grove Plantation in Scott's Hill, NC welcomes the start of spring with its popular Herb & Garden Fair, the largest and longest running garden event in the area, where a fabulous selection of annuals, herbs, perennials, garden and nature art, herbal products, hanging baskets,...more about Herb and Garden Fair

April

Poplar Grove Plantation Hampstead Events
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17
Wilmington, NC 28411
(910) 686-9518
poplargrove.org • map •

Throughout the year, Poplar Grove Plantation offers a wide variety of basket weaving classes for area natives and visitors. From complete beginners to advanced, Poplar Grove's classes provide hands-on instruction to help you and your friends design the ideal basket for holding an assortment of specific designs and purposes. Some of...more about Poplar Grove Plantation

5510 Olsen Park Lane
Wilmington, NC
(910) 508-6788
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April 23, 2021  Lace up your sneakers and join the Miracle League of Wilmington and ACCESS of Wilmington for Miracles in Motion, a race unlike any other in the city. This race is fun for the whole family and any ability with a universally accessible 5K Run and Fitness Walk. Get...more about Miracles in Motion

May

Poplar Grove Plantation Hampstead Events
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17
Wilmington, NC 28411
(910) 686-9518
poplargrove.org • map •

Throughout the year, Poplar Grove Plantation offers a wide variety of basket weaving classes for area natives and visitors. From complete beginners to advanced, Poplar Grove's classes provide hands-on instruction to help you and your friends design the ideal basket for holding an assortment of specific designs and purposes. Some of...more about Poplar Grove Plantation

June

Poplar Grove Plantation Hampstead Events
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17
Wilmington, NC 28411
(910) 686-9518
poplargrove.org • map •

Throughout the year, Poplar Grove Plantation offers a wide variety of basket weaving classes for area natives and visitors. From complete beginners to advanced, Poplar Grove's classes provide hands-on instruction to help you and your friends design the ideal basket for holding an assortment of specific designs and purposes. Some of...more about Poplar Grove Plantation

NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28516
(252) 728-2265
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June 2021  The Eastern Carolina Artificial Reef Association (ECARA) will be holding its annual fundraising dinner. There will be exhibits, silent auctions, a 50/50 raffle, entertainment, and shows by the aquarium staff. ECARA is a non-profit organization that seeks to raise money to promote the understanding of the economic and ecological benefits...more about Eastern Carolina Artificial Reef Association Annual Fundraiser

July

Poplar Grove Plantation Hampstead Events
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17
Wilmington, NC 28411
(910) 686-9518
poplargrove.org • map •

Throughout the year, Poplar Grove Plantation offers a wide variety of basket weaving classes for area natives and visitors. From complete beginners to advanced, Poplar Grove's classes provide hands-on instruction to help you and your friends design the ideal basket for holding an assortment of specific designs and purposes. Some of...more about Poplar Grove Plantation

Holly Ridge Municipal Park
Sound Rd.
Holly Ridge, NC
(910) 329-7081
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July 4, 2021  The Holly Ridge Municipal Park on Sound Road in Holly Ridge, NC is a wonderful setting for the annual fireworks display. Beginning at 2:00 PM, children can enjoy the playground equipment, bounce houses, and pony rides while waiting for the fireworks, The spacious grounds allow room to spread...more about Fourth of July Fireworks

Soundside Park
Roland Ave.
Surf City, NC
(910) 328-4131
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July 3, 2021 (Saturday)  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...more about Island Fireworks

August

Poplar Grove Plantation Hampstead Events
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17
Wilmington, NC 28411
(910) 686-9518
poplargrove.org • map •

Throughout the year, Poplar Grove Plantation offers a wide variety of basket weaving classes for area natives and visitors. From complete beginners to advanced, Poplar Grove's classes provide hands-on instruction to help you and your friends design the ideal basket for holding an assortment of specific designs and purposes. Some of...more about Poplar Grove Plantation

October

Paranormal Ghost Tours Hampstead Events
Poplar Grove Plantation
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17
Wilmington, NC 28411
(910) 686-9518
poplargrove.org • map •

October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2021  Paranormal Ghost Tours lead guests through candlelight tours of the Manor House on Friday nights in October. A Scroll of the Dead will be provided in honor of the souls still lingering in the house and around the tenant house and graveyard. Hear a...more about Paranormal Ghost Tours

Assembly Building Grounds
Flake Ave. and Channel Blvd.
Topsail Beach, NC
(910) 329-4446
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October 15-17, 2021  Hosted by the Historical Society of Topsail Island, this fall festival in Topsail Beach, NC is a staple event for the greater Topsail area. Autumn With Topsail features a juried Artists' Court with many regional artists displaying and selling their works. The festival will be kicked off on Friday night with...more about Autumn with Topsail

Sneads Ferry Community Center
126 Park Ln.
Sneads Ferry, NC
(910) 329-4446
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October 22 - 23, 2021  For 50 years, the Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival in Sneads Ferry, NC has been paying a tasty homage to the area’s local shrimping industry. Normally held on the second weekend in August, this year's festival has been postponed until October. The festival begins with a parade on...more about Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival

November

U.S. Hwy. 17 across from Deerfield
Hampstead, NC
(910) 270-9642
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November 2021 Festival has been cancelled  The 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, entertainment...more about Hampstead Spot Festival

Assembly Building
Topsail Beach, NC
(910) 329-4446
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December 10, 2022  Topsail Island, NC's Holiday Boat Flotilla is a great way to add a little island vibe to the holiday season. The annual parade starts around 5:30 pm, when decorated and lighted boats sail down the Intracoastal Waterway beginning in Surf City at the Channel Bend development and continuing past the south...more about Topsail Island Holiday Boat Flotilla at Topsail Beach

December

A Merry Little Christmas Festival Hampstead Events
Poplar Grove Historic Plantation
10200 U.S. Hwy. 17 N
Wilmington, NC 28429
(910) 686-9518
poplargrove.org • map •

December - Event has been cancelled for 2021  Poplar Grove presents A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL and will be glistening with holiday spirit!  The grounds of Poplar Grove will be specially lit and twinkling, a bonfire will be blazing for roasted marshmallows, food and gift vendors with something unique for those...more about A Merry Little Christmas Festival

 
 
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