Events | Poplar Grove Plantation

2025 Moores Creek Annivesary

Celebrate the 249th Anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge at this Revolutionary War National Battlefield. North Carolina was "First in Freedom" for a reason! Visit Moores Creek National Battlefield (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov) for more information. The year 2026 will mark the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, but first there was Moores Creek ...

February 22

2025 NC Rice Festival

Brunswick Town/Ft. Anderson Historic Site | 8884 St. Philip's Road SE, Winnabow NC 28479 (off NC-133, north of Southport/Sunny Point)

March 5 - March 8

Herb & Garden Fair

Spring shopping at its best! The grounds at Poplar Grove will be full of vendors selling annuals, perennials, shrubs, native plants, vegetable starts, herbs, container gardens and other types of plant material. Saturday 9-5 PM and Sunday 10-4 PM. Admission is $5 for adults; children 12 & under free. All proceeds benefit our conservation efforts.

April 5 - April 6

Ocean Fest 2025

Celebrating to protect our oceans, this FREE two-day event features a live music festival, vintage surf contest, a 5K beach run, two large beer gardens, local arts, and food vendors on beautiful Topsail Island in Surf City. And better yet, learn how to take care of our environment for the benefit of our families, communities, and sea life.

May 2 - May 4

Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join us on the full or new moon for a paranormal tour to perchance be visited by the spirits of Poplar Grove. Discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here. We will share a little history with you, provide a Scroll of the Dead, and permit you to focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Tickets are $25 per person, plus taxes and fees. Advanced reservation required.

June 11

Bluegrass in the Grove

Join us on Saturday, June 14th from 11AM -8 PM for Poplar Grove’s 1st Annual Bluegrass Festival, featuring seven local artists picking and strumming to old and new music, contra dancing, and gazebo jam. ALL AGES TICKET is $15 online and $20 at the door. Children ages 2 & under free. Bring your families, chairs, and umbrellas. Food trucks and beer garden on site. No coolers, please.

June 14

NC Blueberry Festival

Oh, blueberries! Join Pender County in presenting "Burgaw to the world in its finest shade of blue." The town of Burgaw hosts the 21st Annual Blueberry Festival on the weekend of June 21st. There will be a BBQ Cookoff, a car & truck show, street fair, activities for the kids, and of course, blueberries! For more event information, visit www.ncblueberryfestival.com/events

June 21

Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join us on the full or new moon for a paranormal tour to perchance be visited by the spirits of Poplar Grove. Discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here. We will share a little history with you, provide a Scroll of the Dead, and permit you to focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Tickets are $25 per person, plus taxes and fees. Advanced reservation required.

June 25

Juneteenth Celebration

Founded in 2023, The 1865 Society of Pender County commemorates the historical significance of Juneteenth through events and initiatives that celebrate African American heritage and promote unity within the community. With events planned on Friday, June 27th at the Burgaw Train Depot and Saturday, June 28th at the Burgaw Courthouse Square. Visit events at The 1865 Society for more information.

June 27 - June 28

Ocean City Jazz Fest

Presenting the gold standard of jazz through the history of the Ocean City Beach Community of North Topsail Island. Visit oceancityjazzfest.com for more info!

July 4 - July 6

Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join us on the full or new moon for a paranormal tour to perchance be visited by the spirits of Poplar Grove. Discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here. We will share a little history with you, provide a Scroll of the Dead, and permit you to focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Tickets are $25 per person, plus taxes and fees. Advanced reservation required.

July 10

Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join us on the full or new moon for a paranormal tour to perchance be visited by the spirits of Poplar Grove. Discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here. We will share a little history with you, provide a Scroll of the Dead, and permit you to focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Tickets are $25 per person, plus taxes and fees. Advanced reservation required.

July 24

Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join us on the full or new moon for a paranormal tour to perchance be visited by the spirits of Poplar Grove. Discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here. We will share a little history with you, provide a Scroll of the Dead, and permit you to focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Tickets are $25 per person, plus taxes and fees. Advanced reservation required.

August 9

Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join us on the full or new moon for a paranormal tour to perchance be visited by the spirits of Poplar Grove. Discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here. We will share a little history with you, provide a Scroll of the Dead, and permit you to focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Tickets are $25 per person, plus taxes and fees. Advanced reservation required.

August 23

Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join us on the full or new moon for a paranormal tour to perchance be visited by the spirits of Poplar Grove. Discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here. We will share a little history with you, provide a Scroll of the Dead, and permit you to focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Tickets are $25 per person, plus taxes and fees. Advanced reservation required.

September 7

Paranormal Ghost Tour

Join us on the full or new moon for a paranormal tour to perchance be visited by the spirits of Poplar Grove. Discover who these phantoms are, and why they’re still here. We will share a little history with you, provide a Scroll of the Dead, and permit you to focus on a particular room or rooms for paranormal activity. Tickets are $25 per person, plus taxes and fees. Advanced reservation required.

September 21

October Paranormal Tours

October Paranormal Ghost Tours. The Manor House and grounds are haunted by 5 generations of the Foy Family Household. Come find out why! Advanced reservations required. Tours of the Manor House on the hour @ 6 pm & 8 pm.

October 10

October Paranormal Tours

October Paranormal Ghost Tours. The Manor House and grounds are haunted by 5 generations of the Foy Family Household. Come find out why! Advanced reservations required. Tours of the Manor House on the hour @ 6 pm & 8 pm.

October 17

October Paranormal Tours

October Paranormal Ghost Tours. The Manor House and grounds are haunted by 5 generations of the Foy Family Household. Come find out why! Advanced reservations required. Tours of the Manor House on the hour @ 6 pm & 8 pm.

October 24

October Paranormal Tours

October Paranormal Ghost Tours. The Manor House and grounds are haunted by 5 generations of the Foy Family Household. Come find out why! Advanced reservations required. Tours of the Manor House on the hour @ 6 pm & 8 pm.

October 31

Merry & Bright Festival

Opening Weekend - $10 ALL AGES TICKET on Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 5-9 PM. Stroll the grounds of Poplar Grove this holiday season - camp fires to roast marshmallows, visit with Santa, decorated manor house, juried gift show, USO letter writing station, food trucks, libations, live music, and lights, lights, lights. Bring the entire family!

November 28 - November 30

Merry & Bright Festival

$10 ALL AGES TICKET. Stroll the grounds of Poplar Grove this holiday season - camp fires to roast marshmallows, visit with Santa, decorated manor house, juried gift show, USO letter writing station, food trucks, libations, live music, and lights, lights, lights. Bring the entire family!

December 4 - December 7

Merry & Bright Festival

$10 ALL AGES TICKET. Stroll the grounds of Poplar Grove this holiday season - camp fires to roast marshmallows, visit with Santa, decorated manor house, juried gift show, USO letter writing station, food trucks, libations, live music, and lights, lights, lights. Bring the entire family!

December 11 - December 14

Merry & Bright Festival

Last Weekend! $10 ALL AGES TICKET. Stroll the grounds of Poplar Grove this holiday season - camp fires to roast marshmallows, visit with Santa, decorated manor house, juried gift show, USO letter writing station, food trucks, libations, live music, and lights, lights, lights. Bring the entire family!

December 18 - December 21