Click for grown-up activitiesShag DancingAirlie GardensOver 100 years old, Airlie Gardens continues to amaze visitors with its formal gardens, wildlife, historic structures, walking trails, sculptures, views of Bradley Creek, freshwater lakes, and the 462-year-old Airlie Oak. During the summer they host Friday night jazz concerts
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Dinner cruisesWinner Boats
Carolina Beach Marina
(910) 458-5356Take in the salt air while sipping your favorite tropical cocktail on the open top deck of the Royal Winner Princess II. The 2-hour cruise embarks from the Carolina Beach Marina and travels along the picturesque Intracoastal Waterway into the Cape Fear River.Live musicTake in a night of dancing to local music at one of many clubs. You can find live music indoor, outdoor, oceanfront, daytime or nighttime.
Don't forget to check the Snow's Cut Monthly Event calendar to find who's playing and where.
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The Black Horn Bar & Kitchen
(910) 458-5255
The Ocean Grill
(910) 458-2000
The Last Resort
(910) 458-1128
Farmers MarketDowntown Wilmington has a great farmers market every Saturday from 8am - 12:30pm. (April through December) You'll find local growers, artisans, crafters and musicians all displaying their wares in a beautiful historic setting.
Back to topDivine Wines is just across the bridge from Pleasure Island and they offer free wine tastings every Friday from 4-7pm. Owner Ernie Manzella happily shares his wealth of wine knowledge with everyone who stops in. Every Friday he features a different group of wines.
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Free summer concerts in Fort FisherOn certain summer Fridays you can enjoy free concerts at the Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area. It's a shady spot with a great view of the Cape Fear River. Bring a lawn chair, blanket and a picnic lunch. Snacks, beer, wine and beverages are available.
Back to topCoffee CruisesCaptains Jamie & Colleen Hobbs offer an early morning cruise just for you. They’ll bring coffee and take you out at the best time of the day on a nice, quiet cruise. Make it a half day adventure and cruise to Wrightsville Beach or Downtown Wilmington to see some sights or dine on the water.
Back to topFun for grown ups in Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, NC
You don't have to take the kids everywhere! The Pleasure Island Vacation Guide will help you
to find activities and events like wine tastings, concerts, cruises, farmers markets, dancing,
cultural events and historical sightseeing. Browse this page to see them all.
