Every October, there are two festivals that I always make sure I have time to attend. The Seafood Festival which is located in Morehead City and the Mumfest which is located in New Bern.
This year, the Seafood Festival is October 2nd-4th, always located in Morehead City on the waterfront. My favorite thing about the Seafood Festival is the live entertainment and of course the SEAFOOD! This year, Dustin Lynch (country music artist known for singing "Hell of a Night") will be the headliner featuring Emily Minor. Click here to purchase tickets for the event. Throughout the whole festival, there are many other musicians performing on the various stages. Click here for the list of entertainment events.
The above photo is one taken at the Seafood Festival from a few years ago. As you can see (and as I mentioned), the Seafood Festival is located on the waterfront. One of my favorite things to do when I am there is take a boat ride. If I remember correctly, it is only $15 for a 20 minute boat ride. For someone who doesn't own a boat, it is very refreshing!!
If you are REALLY spontaneous, on the way back to New Bern on the right is a place called Crystal Coast Helicopters. They actually used to be down at the Seafood Festival but as of last year, they are no longer allowed to be at the Seafood Festival. They have multiple tours. Last year, on the way back, I took my mom on a 30 minute helicopter tour of Shackleford Banks/Cape Lookout. We got to see all the wild horses and the lighthouse. It was such a beautiful view.
The above photo of the lighthouse is one that I took from the helicopter.
Now lets speak about the Mumfest! The Mumfest is October 10th-11th located in Downtown, New Bern. Mumfest is one of the finest award winning festivals in the state of NC. Every year, it is enjoyed by more than 90,000 festival goers! To kick off the Mumfest, there will be a concert held at the Double Tree by Hilton Grand Ballroom featuring Mikele Buck Band and our very own, Bryan Mayer (CMT recording artist).
At both events, there are local vendors that line the streets! I always buy Christmas presents at these festivals! I love supporting small businesses and local businesses. Typically, the vendors participate at both festivals to capture more people. Unfortunately, I can't remember the vendor name company but I got the most beautiful Christmas wreath at the Mumfest last year. I am looking for that same vendor this year for a summer wreath since that's the only time I have a plain front door!
For the kids, there are rides GALORE! Along with the rides, there are magicians, comedians and story tellers. Some of the street vendors offer games for the kids and face painting.
If you have free time during those two weekends, you should definitely take some time to attend both of these events. I will surely be at both!
Hope to see you there!!
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