Wrightsville Beach Turket Trot Thursday, Nov 23!
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Burn off those pre-Thanksgiving calories with the Wrightsville Beach Turkey Trot. Come dressed in your finest Turkey costume while enjoying a Timed 5K or One Mile Run/Walk on the beautiful Wrightsville Beach Loop. There will be prizes and fun for everyone this Thanksgiving Day! Please see the website for registration and some pictures from previous Turkey Trots.
Celebrate the holidays coastal-style at the 40th Annual NC Holiday Flotilla. A local delight since 1983, the celebration kicks off Friday night with the Tree Lighting ceremony that is open to the public. The fun continues Saturday with the Festival in the Park featuring over 100 arts and craft vendors, an antique car show, a large play area for children with several inflatables, festival food and more. The Flotilla (lighted boat parade) begins Saturday at 6:00 pm and is followed by a spectacular fireworks show. Don't forget to vote via text for both the "People's Choice" and "Crowd Favorite" awards once the parade starts.
- Day in the Park: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM | Boat Parade & Fireworks: 6:00 PM
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Downtown Wilmington Holiday Tree Lighting!
Friday, November 24th! Market & Water Streets, Downtown Wilmington
Join the family friendly fun during Downtown Wilmington’s Christmas Tree Lighting. The holiday joy begins with entertainment at 5:30 p.m. followed by the festive countdown usually commencing at 6:25 p.m. to the actual tree lighting, and then everyone is treated to a special visit from Santa. Get into the spirit and stroll among the shops and restaurants to kick off the holiday season coastal-style.
- 5:30 PM until 7:00 PM | Countdown to Tree Lighting: 6:25 PM
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