Soulshine N' Sunshine Hippie Fest
May 2 - 3, 2026
hamptonhomesteadfarm.com
(704) 214-6836
Hampton Homestead Farm - Gastonia, NC
Kid Friendly, Hippie Fest filled with good vibes and fun for all ages. Multiple Stages of music, overnight camping offered, yoga sessions, petting zoo, local artisans, unique vendors, classic fishing style games. We're creating a joyful, laid-pack atmosphere where families can explore handmade goods, enjoy great food and spend the day connecting with their community.
Christmas Made in the South / Charlotte
October 23 - 25, 2026
MadeInTheSouthShows.com
(704) 847-9480
Cabarras Arena & Events Center - Concord, NC
Christmas Made in the South is focused on keeping the world of fine artisans and craftspeople vibrant. Exhibitors will be there all three days demonstrating and selling their handcrafted works, Santa's elves hard at work.
Events in Morehead City, NC — upcoming
February 7 - 8, 2026
Carolina Chocolate Festival
Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City, NC
Status: Updated 12/21/2025
This North Carolina Specialty-Theme Event will have commercial/retail and fine craft exhibitors, and 30 food booths. Admission tickets are $3 - $9. This event will also include: chocolate pudding-eating contest for kids on-site. sunday brunch, chocolate spa.
January 17 - February 28, 2026
Color My World Show
Carolina Artist Gallery, Morehead City, NC
Status: Updated 12/16/2025
This North Carolina Gallery-Exhibition Event will have fine art exhibitors and no food booths.
March 7 - 8, 2026
Coastal Home & Garden Show
Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City, NC
Status: Updated 10/14/2025
This North Carolina Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include workshops and seminars.
October 2026 (dates not updated)
North Carolina Seafood Festival
Waterfront, Morehead City, NC
Status: Updated 2/21/2025
This North Carolina Food Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 50+ food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-11pm; Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include: 8k race, rides, nat'l oyster shucking, cooking demos, boat show, blessing fishing fleet.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Mistletoe Magic Holiday Gift Show
Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City, NC
Status: Updated 10/14/2025
This North Carolina Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 1 food booth. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include santa and ms. claus photo op.
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Holiday Craft Fair
History Museum of Carteret County, Morehead City, NC
Status: Updated 11/24/2025
This North Carolina Craft Show will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
