Jacksonville, NC (Onslow County) and Surrounding Areas
**Events are added throughout the month so be sure to come back and see if anything’s been added!**
21st Carolina Chocolate Festival
Come and celebrate the 21st Annual Carolina Chocolate Festival! Enjoy the Pro/Am Bake Off or the Cocoa 5k Run/Walk while trying vendors’ chocolate goodies.
When? Saturday, February 3rd, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Crystal Cost Visitor Center
3409 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557
Mardi Gras Weekend at the Shack
Celebrate Mardi Gras weekend at the Shack in Surf City! Grab a Hurricane or Voodoo punch and try some delicious gumbo, hot crawfish dip, blackened gator bites, or grilled sausage and shrimp skewers.
When? February 8th at 12:00 PM – February 11th at 9:00 PM
Location: Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar
13460 NC Highway 50, Ste 101, Surf City, NC, 28445
African American Heritage Trail Tour
Celebrate the accomplishments of local African American leaders, as well as African American history, arts. and culture in Onslow County. Registration required.
When? Friday, February 9th, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Jacksonville Commons Adult Center
100 Recreation Lane, Jacksonville, NC 28546
Valentine’s Day Farmers Market
Take advantage of this opportunity to shop local! Enjoy local baked goods and flowers, as well as seasonal produce!
When? Saturday, February 10th, from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: The Market at Cedar Point
1046 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point, NC 28584
New Bern Mardi Gras 2024
Celebrate New Bern Mardi Gras with music, food and drinks!
When? Saturday, February 10th, from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Spencer Avenue
300 Pollock St, New Bern, NC 28560
Night Cap Valentines Music Bingo
Join in on the Valentines Day excitement with bingo at Splatter N’ Rage. Cover: $5 includes 1st bingo card and a Valentines Gift!
When? Wednesday, February 14th, from 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Location: Splatter N’ Rage
141 Branchwood Dr., Jacksonville, NC 28546
Astronomy Night
Beach Access (bathhouse) parking lot at Fort Macon Come out for a night of astronomy with Ranger Paul Terry. Telescopes will be set up for viewing the heavens. Weather permitting. If you have a telescope feel free to bring it. No pets please.
When? Friday, February 16th, from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Fort Macon State Park
2303 E Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
Black History Celebration
Celebrate African Americans and the arts with spoken word, musical entertainment, art and more!
When? Saturday, February 18th, starting at 5:00 PM
Location: Sturgeon City
50 Court St, Jacksonville, NC 28540