October Events in Carolina & Kure Beach NC
Pleasure Island October Events 2026: Carolina Beach & Kure Beach Guide
October brings a whole new kind of coastal charm to Pleasure Island! With comfortable fall weather, live music, beachfront bonfires, pumpkin patches, fishing tournaments, and family-friendly Halloween festivities, Carolina Beach and Kure Beach offer plenty of reasons to plan an autumn getaway.
From cozy evenings at Carolina Beach Pier to outdoor concerts at Kure Beach Ocean Front Park, October is filled with opportunities to experience the island's relaxed atmosphere, local traditions, and beautiful ocean views.
Whether you're visiting for a weekend or planning a longer fall vacation, here's what's happening on Pleasure Island throughout October 2026!
October 2026 Events Calendar
Carolina Beach Pier Pumpkin Patch
- Date: October 1-31
- Time: Daily, 11 am - 8 pm
- Where: Carolina Beach Pier
- Event details
Blankets, Bonfires & Music
- Date: October 1-30
- When: Thursdays & Fridays
- Time: 7 pm - 10 pm
- Where: Carolina Beach Pier
- Event details
Farewell Summer Jazz Funeral
Carolina Beach MusicFest: Fall Reggae
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Time: gates open 10 am
- Where: Carolina Beach Boardwalk
- Festival information
Boogie in the Park
- Date: October 4 & 18, 2026
- Time: 5 pm - 7 pm
- Where: Kure Beach Ocean Front Park
- Concert information
Pleasure Island Fall Surf Fishing Challenge
- Date: October 16 - 18, 2026
- Where: Carolina Beach, Kure Beach & Fort Fisher
- Tournament details
Halloween Story Time by the Sea
Make the Most of Fall on Pleasure Island
October is a great time to discover Carolina Beach and Kure Beach beyond the traditional summer vacation season. Between local events, take a walk along the shoreline, explore the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, enjoy fresh seafood at local restaurants, or spend a quiet afternoon relaxing by the ocean.
With a variety of vacation rentals throughout Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, A1 Property Management can help you find a comfortable place to stay while enjoying everything Pleasure Island has to offer.
Plan your October getaway and experience the coastal charm of Pleasure Island this fall!
