Topsail Island and the greater Topsail NC area has fun, family-friendly events all year long. This is not a comprehensive list but it’s a great start on planning your Topsail beach vacation fun. We love our local festivities, activities and special events—and you will too!
Earl G and Inez Batts Recreation Complex
Starts: 9:00 AM
The Easter Bunny is on the way to Surf City!
Grab your baskets and hop on over for our annual Easter Egg Hunt! Kids will search high and low for colorful eggs, sweet treats, and a chance to snap a photo with the Easter Bunny.
Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled morning celebrating spring in our community! Don’t forget to arrive early—the eggs go fast! Parking may be limited.
Date: March 28th
Time: 9:00am
Location: Earl G and Inez Batts Recreation Complex
Tag a friend who should join the hunt!
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Holly Ridge Municipal Park - 417 Kraft St, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
Starts: 6:00 PM
The countdown is on! Don’t miss the Town of Holly Ridge’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 31 at 6 PM at Holly Ridge Municipal Park (417 Kraft St.).Kids can hunt for eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, and snap a photo — all FREE! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!Follow the event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1443027217355401
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Soundside Park - 517 Roland Ave, Surf City, NC 28445-6688
Starts: 8:30 AM
Mark your calendars now for the Surf City Fitness Race to the Coast 5K on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 8:30am.
Hosted by Surf City Fitness and Benefitting Surf City Ocean Rescue.
Registration Includes:
Race ShirtPost-Race Party featuring Food Trucks, Music and Vendor FairFlowers for mom presented by Surf City FloristHand-crafted Awards for age groups and overall winnersSchedulePacket Pick-Up TBD
More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Awe4auoFU/...
2649 Island Dr, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460 North Topsail Beach
The Ocean City Jazz Festival (OCJF) is North Topsail Beach’s premier cultural event organized by the Ocean City Beach Citizens Council, a 501 c3, non-profit corporation. The 2-Day Music Fest, which takes place the weekend of the July 4th holiday, features local and nationally, recognized musicians.
https://www.oceancityjazzfest.com/...
517 Roland Ave Surf City
Starts: 3:00 PM ‐ Ends: 6:00 PM
Ring in the Christmas season with the Town of Surf City as Santa joins us for a festive family evening. Enjoy live music, food, kids activities and ending the evening at 6PM with the lighting of our beautiful 42ft tall Christmas tree!
Surf City Pier - 100 N Shore Dr, Surf City
Starts: 11:00 AM
Every New Years Day, folks from around the world gather at the Dolphin Dip Extravaganza on the beach in Surf City, North Carolina, to start the new year with a plunge into the Atlantic Ocean. At noon, a horn sounds and thousands of people shrieking with delight run into the ocean to wash away the previous year.
Its fun and exhilarating, and festivities kick off at the Roland Avenue Beach Access at 11 a.m. Festivities may include dinosaurs, belly dancers and lots of awesome costumes! The Dip happens at NOON sharp!
There is NO COST to attend. It's FREE fun for the whole family (including your pets). Whether you plan to jump in or not, come on out and enjoy the entertainment! If you come early enough, you may even get to see dolphins swimming just off the pier.
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