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Events

Multiple Days: Free Beer & Wine Tastings

The Grape & Ale has a full events calendar! You can enjoy: free beer tastings on Thursdays from 5:30pm to 7:30pm and free wine tastings on Fridays from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at their Oak Island location. You may even find live music on select days!

View their calendar for more details and to learn what's happening at their Southport location.

Mondays: Oak Island Farmer's Market

Mondays from 8:00am to 1:00pm
Browse an extensive variety of fresh produce, homemade jams, cakes, assorted baked goods, and handcrafted treasures made by local artisans at Middleton Park!

2025 Dates:
June: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th
July: 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th
August: 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th
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Wednesdays: Southport Summer Market

Wednesdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Enjoy coastal charm and community spirit at the Southport Summer Market, held weekly at Waterfront Park! Sponsored by the City of Southport, this open-air market brings together local growers, artisans, and bakers offering fresh produce, handcrafted goods, and delicious treats. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer day — shopping, strolling, and soaking in scenic views of the Cape Fear River.

When: May 7 to August 27 (excluding July 2)
Location: Waterfront Park
Address: Bay Street, Southport, NC

Thursdays: Kayak Trips Down the Davis Canal

Thursdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Discover the natural beauty of Oak Island from the water on a guided kayak adventure! These two-hour eco tours are led by experienced guides and include everything you need — kayak, paddle, and personal flotation device. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned paddler, it's the perfect way to explore the island’s scenic waterways. Tours run on select Thursdays throughout the summer and are open to both residents and non-residents. Advance registration is required.

When: May 15, May 29, June 12, June 26, July 10, July 24, August 12, and August 26
Cost: $30 Residents / $40 Non-Residents
Location: Tidalwaves Kayak & Canoe Launch
Address: SE 31st Street, Oak Island, NC
Registration: Contact the Recreation Programs Supervisor at 910-278-4747

Fridays: OKI Summer Concert Series

Fridays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Enjoy live music at Middleton Park almost every Friday this summer! The annual events offers a mix of R&B, soul, beach, country, and funk throughout the entire season from May 23rd to August 30th:
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