250th Moores Creek Anniversary
Celebrate the 250th 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 26
Ocean Fest 2026
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 1 - May 2
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.May 20
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.May 27
Haunted Rooms Paranormal Investigation
A full night of ghost hunting with the Haunted Rooms America team, using their traditional and state-of-the-art paranormal equipment, with free time to investigate at the end of the night, and snacks and refreshments are provided throughout the night. Investigation runs from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Tickets available here.May 30 - May 31
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.June 3
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.June 10
Bluegrass in the Grove
Join us on Saturday, June 13th 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. TICKETS are $25 online and $30 at the door. Children ages 12 & under free. Bring your families, chairs, and umbrellas. Food trucks and beer garden on site. No coolers, please.June 13
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.June 17
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 22nd Annual Blueberry Festival on the weekend of June 20th. 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/eventsJune 20
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.June 24
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
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 29
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.July 1
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 3 - July 5
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.July 8
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 14
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.July 15
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.July 22
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 28
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.July 29
Haunted Rooms Paranormal Investigation
A full night of ghost hunting with the Haunted Rooms America team, using their traditional and state-of-the-art paranormal equipment, with free time to investigate at the end of the night, and snacks and refreshments are provided throughout the night. Investigation runs from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Tickets available here.August 1 - August 2
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.August 5
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 12
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.August 12
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! The Market operates every Wednesdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. starting May 20th through August 26th. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.August 19
Open Air Market
Get to know your farmer, your baker, your artisan marker! Last Market of the summer! Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Grounds open to the public. Visitors seeking to tour the manor house will require tickets.August 26
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 27
Haunted Rooms Paranormal Investigation
A full night of ghost hunting with the Haunted Rooms America team, using their traditional and state-of-the-art paranormal equipment, with free time to investigate at the end of the night, and snacks and refreshments are provided throughout the night. Investigation runs from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Tickets available here.September 12 - September 13
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 26
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. October 10
Haunted Rooms Paranormal Investigation
A full night of ghost hunting with the Haunted Rooms America team, using their traditional and state-of-the-art paranormal equipment, with free time to investigate at the end of the night, and snacks and refreshments are provided throughout the night. Investigation runs from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Tickets available here.October 17 - October 18
Haunted Rooms Paranormal Investigation
A full night of ghost hunting with the Haunted Rooms America team, using their traditional and state-of-the-art paranormal equipment, with free time to investigate at the end of the night, and snacks and refreshments are provided throughout the night. Investigation runs from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Tickets available here.October 24 - October 25
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. 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 27 - November 29
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 6
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 13
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 22
2027 NC Rice Festival
Education through Celebration, NC Rice Festival of Brunswick County presents a weekend of History & Cultural Presentations | Tours & Demonstrations | Live Entertainment | Family Fun | Children’s Stage | Gullah Geechee Food Vendors | Arts & Crafts | 10 am - 4 pm (Free & Open to the Public)
Brunswick Town/Ft. Anderson Historic Site | 8884 St. Philip's Road SE, Winnabow NC 28479 (off NC-133, north of Southport/Sunny Point)
March 3 - March 6
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 10 - April 11