NC Oyster Festival

Every fall, the quiet seaside town of Ocean Isle Beach comes alive with one of the most anticipated events of the year, the NC Oyster Festival. You can join in on the fun by booking your stay with McClure Realty Vacations. We offer a premium selection of Ocean Isle Beach vacation rentals, with most offering oceanfront or canal views. We also offer properties with beach access, private pools, boat docks, and more!

5 Reasons To Book Your Stay for the NC Oyster Festival

1. Join in the Community Night Kick-Off. The festival will kick off with a free family-friendly event. The evening will open with a special ceremony, featuring a flag-raising, the Honor Guard, and the National Anthem, followed by a ribbon-cutting hosted by the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce. Highlights include the unveiling of the official festival t-shirt along with a free concert. 

2. A Festival with Flavor. At the heart of the NC Oyster Festival are the oysters themselves. Steamed, fried, roasted, or served raw on the half shell, these local delicacies showcase the best of coastal cuisine. Of course, if oysters are not your favorite, you will still find plenty of other delicious options from food vendors serving classic southern fare and festival treats

3. Music and Entertainment. The NC Oyster Festival is more than just great food. Live music fills the air all weekend long, featuring talented regional bands and entertainers who set the stage for a lively atmosphere. Dancing in the sand with friends and family is all part of the experience.

4. Arts, Crafts, and Local Flair. The festival also highlights the creativity of local artisans. Stroll through rows of booths showcasing handmade jewelry and clothing, woodcraft, natural beauty products, and more. It is the perfect place to pick up a one-of-a-kind souvenir to remember your trip.

5. Show Off Your Skills. There will be plenty of chances for seafood lovers to show off their skills at the NC Oyster Festival in Ocean Isle Beach, NC! Try to be the fastest oyster shucker for a chance at some prizes. If you have an insatiable appetite for delicious seafood, then the oyster-eating contest is for you! Or put your cooking skills to the test for the “Oyster Stew Champion” title.