Poker at Poplar
A fund-raising poker tournament in support of the Stables. More information coming soon!January 28
Black History Month at Poplar Grove
During the month of February, private tours are available for those interested in discovering more about the history of the Gullah Geechee culture that transcended enslavement, including the various roles, skills and talents in the management and production of peanuts here at Poplar Grove. Advanced booking required. Contact Caroline Lewis, Executive Director, at caroline@poplargrove.org for more information.February 1 - February 28
North Carolina Rice Festival
THE NORTH CAROLINA RICE FESTIVAL will attract families, history enthusiasts, educators, tourists and residents alike to the Leland, North Carolina (Brunswick County), area to learn about and celebrate the region’s rich and diverse cultural history of rice farming. The Board of Directors of the North Carolina Rice Festival, Inc. (NCRFI) is dedicated to supporting efforts to preserve and promote the history and culture of our area, both within and beyond the planned Festivals. March 2 - March 4
Daily Tours March
Poplar Grove will be open Saturdays in March for daily tours. Guided tours are based upon volunteer availability and begin at 10:00 a.m., 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. The last tour of the day is at 1 p.m., so please arrive in plenty of time to explore the exhibits, artist studios, and outbuildings prior to the last tour of the day. Poplar Grove closes at 2 p.m. March 4 - March 25
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 1 - April 2
Daily Tours Spring Season
Poplar Grove begins its daily tour schedule Wednesdays-Saturdays at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. The site closes at 2:30 p.m.April 5 - May 27
Farmers’ Market Opening Day
The 2023 market season begins! Market hours are from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and operates every Wednesday from April 12, 2023 through September 27, 2023.April 12
Daily Tours Summer Season
Poplar Grove expands its Wednesday through Saturday daily tour schedule during the summer season. Tours begin at 1o:00 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Since the last tour of the day is at 2:00 p.m., please arrive in plenty of time to explore the exhibits, artist studios, and outbuildings prior to the 2 p.m. tour. The grounds of Poplar Grove closes at 3:30 p.m. May 31 - August 27
Ocean City Jazz Festival
Mark your calendars for the first weekend of July for the return of the Ocean City Jazz Festival at North Topsail Beach!June 30 - July 2
Daily Tours September
Poplar Grove will be open to the public Wednesday through Saturday for daily tours under limited hours of operation at 10:00 a.m., 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m. The last tour of the day is at 1 p.m., so please arrive in plenty of time to explore the exhibits, artist studios, and outbuildings prior to the last tour of the day. Poplar Grove closes at 2:30 p.m. August 30 - September 30
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 6
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 13
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 20
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 27
GooseBumps in the Grove
Bring the kids for a little Halloween weekend fun! This daytime event includes trick or treating for the goblins, princesses, superheroes, and barnyard friends, so bring out the family for vendors, food trucks, carnival games, and a daytime haunted manor house. $5.00 admission, for kids of all ages, 2+ and up.October 28 - October 29
All Is Bright Opening Weekend
Patriot Illumination presents a holiday of lights from 5-9 PM! Join us Thanksgiving Weekend & bring the whole family. Tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Tickets $10 each, or purchase a $35 Family Package to include 2 Adults & 2 Children. Food trucks, concessions, libations, photo ops, Santa's Workshop and a peek through the decorated main floor of the manor house.November 24 - November 26
All Is Bright
Patriot Illumination presents a holiday of lights from 5-9 PM Thursday-Saturday. Visit Santa on Friday and Saturday from 5-8:30 PM. Tickets $10 each, or purchase a $35 Family Package to include 2 Adults & 2 Children. Food trucks, concessions, libations, photo ops, Santa's Workshop and a peek through the decorated main floor of the manor house.November 30 - December 2
All Is Bright
Patriot Illumination presents a holiday of lights from 5-9 PM Thursday-Saturday. Visit Santa on Friday and Saturday from 5-8:30 PM. Tickets $10 each, or purchase a $35 Family Package to include 2 Adults & 2 Children. Food trucks, concessions, libations, photo ops, Santa's Workshop and a peek through the decorated main floor of the manor house.December 7 - December 9
All Is Bright
Patriot Illumination presents a holiday of lights from 5-9 PM Thursday-Saturday. Visit Santa on Friday and Saturday from 5-8:30 PM. Tickets $10 each, or purchase a $35 Family Package to include 2 Adults & 2 Children. Food trucks, concessions, libations, photo ops, Santa's Workshop and a peek through the decorated main floor of the manor house.December 14 - December 16
All Is Bright
Patriot Illumination presents a holiday of lights from 5-9 PM Thursday-Saturday. Visit Santa on Friday and Saturday from 5-8:30 PM. Tickets on sale now, or buy tickets at the door. Tickets $10 each, or purchase a $35 Family Package to include 2 Adults & 2 Children. Food trucks, concessions, libations, photo ops, Santa's Workshop and a peek through the decorated main floor of the manor house.December 21 - December 23
All Is Bright Last Weekend
Patriot Illumination presents a holiday of lights from 5-9 PM! Thursday - Saturday. Tickets $10 each, or purchase a $35 Family Package to include 2 Adults & 2 Children. Food trucks, concessions, libations, photo ops, and a walk through the decorated main floor of the manor house.December 28 - December 30