Swansboro Festivals

10/12/2026

A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to the 72nd Annual Mullet Festival this past Saturday! ❤️

Sadly, the weather had other plans for us this year, but we are so grateful to everyone who helped make this festival happen! Thank you to all our attendees, staff, volunteers, vendors, and entertainment for your support, hard work, and flexibility. We couldn’t do it without you!

🐟 Still asking about the official What the Fin Mullet Festival T-shirts? Stay tuned! We’ll have an update shortly on how you can get your shirt if you haven’t gotten one yet!

Thank you again for being part of this Swansboro tradition. Here’s hoping the rain stays away next year as we celebrate the 73rd Annual Mullet Festival! 🎉

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

Blessing of the Fleet is still on for tonight! Join us to remember our maritime heritage.

10/08/2026

WEATHER UPDATE

We are currently monitoring the weather closely for this weekend’s Mullet Festival.

At this time, we are continuing to watch the forecast and will provide an official update by tomorrow, Friday, October 9 at 11:00 AM.

Please continue to follow along with our social media pages and the official Mullet Festival event page for the latest information and updates.

Thank you for your patience and understanding! We’ll keep you posted! 🎣

10/06/2026

Join us this Friday!!

09/26/2026

🚨2025 Mullet Parade Participants — Let’s Get You Back in the Lineup for 2026!🚨

09/22/2026

⚓️💙 A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR ADMIRAL SPONSOR! 💙⚓️

The 72nd Annual Swansboro Mullet Festival wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our amazing sponsors!

Thank you to our Admiral Sponsor for helping bring this beloved Swansboro tradition to life. Your continued support of the Swansboro Festivals helps make this special weekend possible for our community and visitors.

We truly appreciate your partnership, generosity, and support of the Swansboro Mullet Festival! 🐟🎶🎉

📅 October 10–11, 2026
📍 Downtown Swansboro

09/18/2026

⚓️ Blessing of the Fleet 🌊

Ahoy, Swansboro! Join us on October 9 at 6:00 PM for a special evening honoring our community’s rich maritime history and remembering the watermen who have passed.

📅 October 9
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Casper’s Marina / Swansboro Waterfront

Boaters are invited to gather at Casper’s Marina at 6:00 PM. A radio channel will be shared just before the ceremony begins so those participating on the water can listen along.

Together, we’ll remember those who have passed as the names of watermen are read, Taps is played by a Swansboro High School trumpet player, prayers are offered, and a beautiful biodegradable wreath is placed upon the water in remembrance. 💐

Whether you join us from the waterfront or by boat, we hope you’ll be part of this meaningful Swansboro tradition as we come together to honor the lives that are part of our maritime heritage and celebrate the waters that connect our community. ⚓️💙

07/03/2026

🇺🇸 The flag is up, and we’re ready to celebrate! 🇺🇸

Join us tonight for our Independence Day Celebration from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM in downtown Swansboro!

🎶 Liquid Pleasure takes the stage at 6:00 PM
🎆 Fireworks begin at sunset

Enjoy an evening filled with delicious food, face painting, family fun, and so much more as we celebrate together.

For one of the best views of the fireworks, head to the bridge! A special thank you to the Swansboro Fire Department for closing the right lane of the bridge and helping keep everyone safe while they enjoy the fireworks display.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙

06/15/2026

🏆🍷 The results are in for the Arts by the Sea W**e & Food Tasting: Taste of the Town! 🍽️🏆

We would like to extend a huge thank you to all of the amazing restaurants that participated and to everyone who attended and cast their votes. With so many incredible dishes to sample, choosing a favorite was no easy task!

🥗 Best Appetizer: Drizzle – Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar Salad

🍝 Best Entrée: The Boro – Cajun Pasta

🍫 Best Dessert: Il Cigno – Chocolate Mousse

Congratulations to our winners and thank you again to all of our participating restaurants for helping make this year's Taste of the Town such a delicious success. We appreciate everyone who joined us and look forward to seeing you again next year! 🎉🍷🍴