July 2019 Events and Things To Do on the NC Coast

July at the beach is the best! Cool off in the Atlantic waters and play on the sand. While you're here, check out all of the fun and family-friendly events in Emerald Isle and all along the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. You won't want to miss these! Don't forget to be at the Bogue Inlet Pier for the 4th of July fireworks, too. It's not far from your Emerald Isle, NC rental. We hope to see you on the beach and around town this month. Let us know if you'll be here!
EMERALD ISLE EVENTS
4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS
JULY 4, 2019 @ 9PM
BOGUE INLET PIER
The Town of Emerald Isle presents July 4th of July Fireworks off Bogue Inlet Pier beginning at 9p.m. on Thursday, July 4th. Parking is available at Bogue Inlet Pier as well as along NC 58. Details here.
EMERALDFEST
EVERY THURSDAY @ 6:30PM
WESTERN OCEAN REGIONAL ACCESS (WORA)
The Town's popular outdoor concert series offers concerts every Thursday evening at 6:30p.m. on the oceanfront located off Islander Drive. Bring a chair or blanket. Details here.
EMERALD ISLE BEACH CLEAN UP
JULY 8, 2019 @ 9AM
TWO LOCATIONS IN EI
The Emerald Isle Sea Turtle Patrol is hosting a beach clean-up at two different locations at 9a.m. Choose which location is convenient for you. Eastern Regional Beach Access at 2701 Emerald Drive or at Inlet and Channel Drive Beach Access at the Point at 11000 Inlet Drive. Details here.
FRIDAY FREE FLICKS
JULY 12, 2019 @ 7PM
EMERALD ISLE COMMUNITY CENTER
Movies are family oriented as well as free and open to the public. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink available for $1. Please bring chairs and or blankets. No outside beverages or snacks, please. This week's feature movie is The Incredibles 2. Details here.
You can read up on more about these events and others happening throughout the month on the Town of Emerald Isle event calendar. Check the calendar to see what's happening during your Emerald Isle beach vacation.

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MORE CRYSTAL COAST EVENTS
FREE KIDS MOVIES ALL SUMMER LONG
SEE 2019 SCHEDULE
ATLANTIC STATION & EMERALD PLANTATION
If you're looking for some cool morning activities for the kids, check out the local movie theaters offering free kids showings all summer long. Free movies start at 10:30a.m. at the Atlantic Station Cinema and Emerald Plantation Cinema. Snack bar is open. Follow the links for details on dates, times and showings.
MARLINS HOME BASEBALL GAMES
SEE 2019 SCHEDULE
BIG ROCK STADIUM, MOREHEAD CITY
Come out and enjoy a baseball game, and a hot dog or two, in the amazing atmosphere at Big Rock Stadium. The Morehead City Marlins is part of the Coastal Plains League, which is the nation’s hottest collegiate baseball league. Join the fun at the Puck O’Neal Field at Big Rock Stadium! Details here.
SHARK WEEK AT THE NC AQUARIUM
JULY 13-19
NC AQUARIUM PINE KNOLL SHORES
Sink your teeth into fun and facts all about sharks during Shark Week. Family-friendly programs, activities, crafts and displays portray the truth about these often misunderstood creatures, their essential role in the ocean ecosystem and the threats they face. Shark Week activities, free with admission, include information on way to help these endangered animals. Details here.
BUDDY PELLETIER MEMORIAL CLASSIC
JULY 27-28, 2019
OCEANANA PIER, ATLANTIC BEACH
The 19th annual Buddy Pelletier Memorial Longboard Classic starts at 7a.m. at the Oceanana Pier. Beach Party Saturday night with The Green Room from 8-10p.m. Take the shuttle bus from Crystal Coast Unity starting at 7:30p.m. There is minimal parking at O'ana so please take advantage of this option to keep the parking lot flowing. Details here.
You can read up on more about these events and others happening throughout the month on the Crystal Coast event calendar. Check the calendar to see what's happening during your Emerald Isle beach vacation.
