Wilmington is one Southern destination with something for everyone. Explore the vibrant historic river district and beyond with deep history, manicured gardens, arts, culture and more.
A vintage beachside boardwalk, state park, miles of alluring beach, world-class fishing, live music and more add to the allure of a Carolina Beach vacation.
With a historic fort, oceanfront park, the oldest fishing pier on the East Coast and more, unwind in the pure and natural playground of Kure Beach.
From active lifestyles with plenty of watersports and outdoor health and wellness activities, to friendly community gatherings, there's never a shortage of something happening.
Wilmington is one Southern destination with something for everyone. Explore the vibrant historic river district and beyond with deep history, manicured gardens, arts, culture and more.
A vintage beachside boardwalk, state park, miles of alluring beach, world-class fishing, live music and more add to the allure of a Carolina Beach vacation.
With a historic fort, oceanfront park, the oldest fishing pier on the East Coast and more, unwind in the pure and natural playground of Kure Beach.
From active lifestyles with plenty of watersports and outdoor health and wellness activities, to friendly community gatherings, there's never a shortage of something happening.
Featured Events
Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta and Festival
Carolina Beach Yacht Basin and Marina
YMCA Wrightsville Beach Sprint Triathlon
Parking: Wrightsville Beach Town Hall
Pier-2-Pier Open Water Swim Race
Johnnie Mercers Pier & Crystal Pier
Island Beaches
Carolina, Kure & Wrightsville
The short journey to our three island beach towns offers fresh possibilities to enhance your Wilmington vacation.
One destination, four unique experiences
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About Wilmington
Discover one destination and four unique settings that boast a bounty of extraordinary experiences in Wilmington, NC and three island beaches.