Ocean Isle brings that laid-back
island vibe all summer long.

FREE Summer Concert Series

Lineup highlights:
• Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
• Chocolate Chip & Company
• The Embers ft. Craig Woolard
• The Main Event Band

💡 Pro tip: Chairs fill up fast—locals grab their spots around 4 PM!

🦐 Calabash – Small Town, Big Sound

📍 Calabash Town Park
🗓 Tuesdays | 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Great music meets that classic small-town charm.

Perfect for families:
• Too Much Sylvia
• The Entertainers
• The Main Event Band
• Chocolate Chip & Company

Plus: Kona Ice, kettle corn, and those famous Calabash hot dogs.

🌅 Holden Beach – Classic Coastal Nights

📍 Bridgeview Park
🗓 Sundays | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

One of the most scenic concert settings around—music with a view.

2026 lineup includes:
• The Embers ft. Craig Woolard
• Band of Oz
• Too Much Sylvia
• The Main Event


🌇 Sunset Beach – Sunset Sound Waves

📍 Sunset Beach Town Park
🗓 Wednesdays | 6:00 PM

Music timed perfectly with sunset—simple, peaceful, and beautiful.

Featuring:
• Band of Oz
• Chocolate Chip & Company
• Too Much Sylvia
• North Tower

💃 Shallotte – Thursday Night Energy

📍 Mulberry Park Amphitheater
🗓 Thursdays | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

If you’re ready to dance, this is your spot.

Crowd favorites:
• Band of Oz
• Too Much Sylvia
• The Catalinas
• Special Occasion Band

🏖 Oak Island – Bands By The Beach

📍 Middleton Park Complex
🗓 Fridays | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

A summer staple running May through August.

Don’t miss:
• Band of Oz
• The Entertainers
• Too Much Sylvia
• I-42 Band

Special highlight: Beach Day Concert on July 1st

🎥 Don’t Miss This… Movie Nights Are Back!

Just when you thought your calendar was full…

Ocean Isle Beach is bringing back Moonlight Movies for 2026 🎬

Perfect for a more relaxed, family-friendly night.

📍 The Details

📍 Town Center Park
🗓 Wednesdays
🕒 Starting at dusk (around 7:15–7:30 PM)
🎟 FREE admission

🌙 What to Expect

Think easy, simple summer nights:

Kids playing before the movie starts
Families on blankets and lawn chairs
That perfect moment when the sun sets and the screen lights up

🌟 Make It a Full Night
This isn’t just about concerts or movies.

With concerts happening almost every night—and movie nights in the mix—you could plan something fun every single day this summer in Brunswick County.

And honestly… you should.

It’s about:
Supporting local communities
Bringing people together
Enjoying where we live
Making memories all summer long

Why This Matters

Pair it with:
🍽 Dinner at a local restaurant
🍦 Ice cream before the movie
🌊 A quick walk by the water

🌴 + 🎶 = The Perfect Summer

Between concerts almost every night of the week and now movie nights on Wednesdays, you could literally plan something fun every single day this summer in Brunswick County.

And honestly… why wouldn’t you?

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