Best Spring Events Near Atlantic Towers in Carolina Beach

Spring in Carolina Beach is one of the best times to visit. The weather has warmed up, but the summer crowds have not fully arrived. That makes getting around and enjoying local events more relaxed and convenient. The boardwalk starts to reopen, weekend events pick up, and the beach is still easy to access without planning your day around traffic or parking. 

If you’re staying at Atlantic Towers, you’re in the center of the action, with most of the season’s active spots within a short drive or easy walk of our oceanfront condo rentals. 

April Events

Atlantic Towers Easter Egg Hunt

Atlantic Towers hosts a free community Easter egg hunt each spring, designed for both guests and local families.

Kids can gather eggs throughout the property, meet the Easter Bunny, and spend the morning outside with the ocean just a short walk away. Because the event takes place on-site, families don’t have to deal with finding parking or coordinating travel. Most guests simply step out from their room and join in, which keeps the experience easy and low-stress.

For families staying on-site, it offers a convenient way to start the day without interrupting your schedule.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, April 4
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Atlantic Towers

Wings Over Carolina Beach Air Show 

The Wings Over Carolina Beach Air Show is one of the more well-attended spring events on Pleasure Island, drawing visitors to the shoreline for several days of scheduled flight demonstrations. 

Throughout the weekend, military and civilian aircraft fly along the coast, with most viewing happening directly from the beach or boardwalk. Friday usually serves as the lead-in, with a more structured schedule building into Saturday and Sunday.

If you plan to attend, it helps to arrive earlier in the day to find a good spot along the sand. Public beach access points fill in as the afternoon approaches, especially on the main show days. 

Event Details

Date: April 24–26, 2026
Time: Flight demonstrations are scheduled in the afternoon
Location: Carolina Beach shoreline and boardwalk

May Events

USA Beach Wrestling Nationals

The USA Beach Wrestling Nationals brings athletes from across the country to Carolina Beach for a two-day competition taking place on the sand near the boardwalk. This makes it easy for spectators to stop and watch without needing a ticket or reserved seating. Matches tend to move quickly, and the format is simple to follow even if you are not familiar with the sport.

If you plan to attend, expect activity to build as the day goes on, with more spectators gathering near the competition areas in the afternoon. It works well as a casual stop while walking the boardwalk or as something to plan around if you want to spend more time watching the matches.

Event Details

Date: May 8–9, 2026
Time: Matches run throughout the day, with scheduling based on divisions and brackets
Location: Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Boardwalk Blast Kickoff 

The Boardwalk Blast Kickoff marks the start of the weekly concert and fireworks series that runs through the summer season in Carolina Beach. Live music begins in the early evening, with bands performing near the boardwalk stage as the area fills in. Fireworks are typically scheduled around 9:00 PM and can be seen from the boardwalk or beach.

Arriving before sunset makes it easier to find a spot along the boardwalk or nearby beach access points. The kickoff usually draws a larger crowd than the weeks that follow, but the late spring weather tends to make the evening more comfortable to spend outside.

Event Details

Date: May 22, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Carolina Beach Boardwalk

A250th: Fort Fisher Artillery Program Day

Fort Fisher is a short drive from Carolina Beach and regularly hosts programs that focus on how the site operated during the Civil War. During Artillery Program Day, visitors can watch live cannon demonstrations, talk with reenactors on-site, and walk through guided sessions that explain how the fort was used.

Demonstrations are scheduled at specific times throughout the day, so it’s worth checking the posted times when you arrive to plan your visit.

Compared to beachfront events, the pace here is slower and more structured. It’s a good option if you want to step away from the boardwalk and spend part of the day in a setting that focuses on local history rather than crowds or entertainment.

Event Details

Date: May 30, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Fort Fisher State Historic Site

Contact Us to Plan Your Spring Stay at Atlantic Towers

Spring events in Carolina Beach are easier to enjoy when you’re not spending time driving, parking, or working around crowds. Staying at Atlantic Towers keeps you close to the boardwalk, beachfront events, and on-site activities, so you can move between them without overplanning your day.

Each unit offers direct oceanfront views, full kitchens, and private balconies, which makes it easy to step away from busier events and recharge on your own schedule. For many visitors, the combination of location and onsite amenities makes a difference. You can take part in spring events when you want to, then return to a quieter, more comfortable setting without needing to leave the area.

To learn more or book your stay, contact us at  800-232-2440 or fill out our contact form to get started.