Bald Head Island Memorial Day Weekend 2025 Events
Memorial Day Weekend on Bald Head Island brings families together, honors our heroes, and celebrates the island’s unique spirit. Make your travel plans now to join us!
Historic Happy Hour
Time: Friday, May 23, 4:30 pm
Location: Old Baldy Lighthouse
Info: Join the Old Baldy Foundation for a special Historic Happy Hour! Enjoy an evening of history, drinks, and conversation as NC Maritime Museum Manager, John Moseley, shares the little-known story of Fort Fisher’s role in World War II. $15 admission includes complimentary beer and wine.
Reservation Info: Tickets can be purchased at www.oldbaldy.org
Kick off to Summer Celebration
Time: Friday, May 23, 4:30-6:30 pm
Location: Bald Head Bottle
Info: Cheers to the fun, friends and amazing weather summer brings! Kick off the season with chilled Champagne, caviar and special cocktails. No RSVP needed but arrive early if you want a seat.
Side Porch Oyster Roast
Time: Friday, May 23, 5–7 p.m.
Location: Maritime Market Side Porch
Info: Enjoy steamed oysters, jumbo shrimp, pulled pork BBQ, chicken, sides, desserts, live music, and more. The Tiki Bar will be open, and you may also bring beer or wine purchased inside the Market.
Reservation Info: Reservations required. Reserve by Monday, May 19.
Summer Nights Celebration
Time: Saturday, May 24, 5–9 p.m.
Location: Bald Head Island Club – Ocean Room
Info: Celebrate summer with indulgent food stations, live music, and dancing.
Reservation Info: Reservations required. Call 910-457-7300 or email [email protected].
Smith Island Art League Show & Sale
Time: Saturday & Sunday, May 24–25, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: Bald Head Association Center (beside the Chapel)
Info: Free public art show and sale featuring ceramics, paintings, jewelry, photography, fabric art, and more by local artists.
Reservation Info: No reservation required.
5K Turtle Trot – Memorial Day Edition
Time: Sunday, May 25, race begins at 8:30 a.m. (arrive by 8 a.m.)
Location: Bald Head Island Conservancy
Info: Road race to benefit sea turtle protection programs. Prizes awarded by age group. Includes a commemorative T-shirt.
Reservation Info: Register online by the evening of Saturday, May 24.
Memorial Day Pool Party
Time: Sunday, May 25, afternoon
Location: Shoals Club Pool
Info: Family-friendly afternoon of music, pool games, and summer fun.
Reservation Info: Check with Shoals Club for details.
Memorial Day Ceremony
Time: Monday, May 26, 11 a.m.–12 noon
Location: Village Chapel of Bald Head Island
Info: A community ceremony to honor fallen heroes, co-hosted by the Chapel and the Old Baldy Foundation. Keynote speaker: Captain Terry Bragg (US Navy – Retired).
Reservation Info: No reservation required.
Published by Teri Kelly
Wednesday, May 14, 2025