Carolina surf culture

The Best Month to Watch Surfing on the Outer Banks

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Surf contest competitors in colored jerseys paddling out through the swell

Forget peak summer if you actually want to see world-class surfing here. The real show happens once the crowds thin out and hurricane season starts stirring up serious swell. September turns Jennette’s Pier into the East Coast’s surf capital, hosting three major contests in barely a month’s span. Here’s your complete guide to catching all … Read more

Wrightsville Beach Turns Surf Culture Into a Whole Weekend Event

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Silhouette of a woman lying on a surfboard in the ocean during a vibrant red and orange sunset, with one leg raised

Wilmington doesn’t usually need an excuse to celebrate surfing. This August, it’s getting two reasons at once. The 15th annual Surfalorus Film Festival returns to Wilmington August 7-9, 2026, and this year it’s joining forces with the Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic. Two beloved surf traditions, one unforgettable weekend. If you’ve ever wanted proof that this … Read more