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Named one of the best family beaches in the U.S., Holden Beach offers island charm, natural beauty, and an endless variety of things to do. From watersports to wine tasting, beachcombing to biking, and everything in between, visitors can have as exciting or relaxing a vacation as they please when it comes to things to do in Holden Beach. After you’re done playing on our beaches, parks and waters, enjoy a taste of Holden Beach’s local flavors and fresh seafood at our selection of great restaurants. And, don’t miss out on getting to know the island natives—sea turtles, crabs, dolphins and other marine creatures—with activities such as turtle watching, crabbing, fishing, birding and more.

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Southport

Southport, renamed in 1887 but established in the 1700s as Smithville, is a half-hour drive from Wilmington, a short ferry ride from Fort Fisher, and the gateway to two true beach resorts: Oak Island and Bald Head Island.

Sorta Salty Fishing Charters

(336) 906-1808
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Sorta Salty is one of several exceptional fishing charters serving the southeast coast of NC. Licensed and insured to carry up to 6 passengers, plus their crew for both fishing and waterway cruises. They offer fishing charters for inshore, nearshore, and offshore.

sunset river marketplace

Sunset River Marketplace

(910) 575-5999
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The Sunset River Marketplace in Calabash, NC showcases artists from the two Carolinas' contemporary art, pottery, jewelry and more. In addition to the gallery, Sunset River offers instruction for all levels.

Feast OIB

(910) 579-3663
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Feast OIB is loved among locals and tourists in Ocean Isle Beach. The restaurant serves up plenty of fresh seafood creations, as well...

Ollie Raja Charters

Ollie Raja Charters

910-367-2998
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Holden Beach charter fishing with Ollie Raja Charters offers the finest Oak Island Sport fishing charters, Southport fishing charters, Ocean Isle Beach fishing charters, and Sunset Beach fishing charters.

Summer Concert Series

910-842-6488

The Town of Holden Beach hosts a free summer concert series every summer on Sunday evenings at the Pavilion under the Holden Beach Bridge. Check out this year's schedule!

Sunset Beach

Sunset Beach sits near the North Carolina state line and is one of the area's smallest beach towns. The locals take pride in the fact that it's one of the last old-fashioned beach resorts and has managed to avoid any major building and growth spurts.

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