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Morehead City Fishing Tournaments Events - 2026 Schedule

Morehead City Fishing Tournaments Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of June 1, 2026 - June 7, 2026
Friday, June 5th - Sunday, June 14th
Morehead City

Known as one of the biggest and best fishing tournaments along the Eastern Seaboard, the annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament is a Crystal Coast-wide celebration that extends from the open and offshore Atlantic waters to the local docks of the Beaufort, Morehead City, and the Atlantic Beach waterfront.

Week of June 8, 2026 - June 14, 2026
Friday, June 5th - Sunday, June 14th
Morehead City

Known as one of the biggest and best fishing tournaments along the Eastern Seaboard, the annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament is a Crystal Coast-wide celebration that extends from the open and offshore Atlantic waters to the local docks of the Beaufort, Morehead City, and the Atlantic Beach waterfront.

Week of October 12, 2026 - October 18, 2026
Monday, October 12th - Saturday, October 17th
Swansboro

Head to the Crystal Coast to enjoy some of the best fishing conditions all year long by participating in October’s annual Swansboro Five-0 King Mackerel Tournament. This popular fishing tournament features up to $180,000 in prizes for participants, and is a great way to enjoy the down home culture, hospitality, and great coastal waters of Swansboro and the greater Crystal Coast region.

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USCG Emerald Isle

The Crystal Coast's offshore waters are guarded by the US Coast Guard, and Emerald Isle is home to one of their flagship stations, encompassing a large section of the town's western edge, adjacent to the inlet, and marked by an unimposing station...

Dolphin View-Ocean Front, Multiple pools...

Oceanfront Condo in Pine Knoll Shores | 2BR | Amazing Vistas + Resort ConveniencesSleeps 6| 2 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | Beacons Reach Community | EV Charger | Steps to the BeachMake your next coastal hideaway memorable at this gorgeous oceanfront...

  • Pine Knoll Shores
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
4BR Ocean Front - King MBR with Views!

Welcome to your gorgeous oceanfront getaway! This roomy duplex features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, ideally blending comfort with striking scenery. With broad vistas of the ocean, beach, and the iconic Bogue Inlet Pier, you’ll be...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Morehead City Ferry Service

The Crystal Coast is best explored from the water, and Morehead City Ferry Service will take explorers to some of the most remote and beautiful corners of this long stretch of Southern Outer Banks shoreline. Launching from the heart of Downtown...

4BR Ocean Front Duplex - off Coast Guard...

Welcome to your oceanfront duplex, where striking features meet comfortable appeal! Each side of this inviting home offers four bedrooms (with configurations of King, Queen, Queen, Queen & Bunk) and three bathrooms. Main Level On the main floor...

  • Emerald Isle
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
Kitty Hawk Kites

Founded as the world's first hang gliding school in 1974, Kitty Hawk Kites has grown into a beloved retail and outdoor recreation venture with more than 28 locations up and down the east coast! With more than 50 years of teaching the world to fly...