Holiday Happenings
Bald Head Island is the place to be during the holiday season. Make your plans accordingly!
Howl at the Moon
November 24 | 4–6 p.m.
Beach Access #39, 188 Station House Way
Gather at Access 39 for another sunset and moonrise celebration with bagpipe music, soup from Chef Taylor and a bonfire, weather permitting. Bring an appetizer to share and your own beverage. Hosted by the Maritime Market.
Thanksgiving Day Feast
November 26 | 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Bald Head Island Club, 301 S. Bald Head Wynd
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a special holiday feast at the Bald Head Island Club. Reservations: 910-477-5010
Smith Island Art League Exhibition & Sale
November 27 & 28 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Bald Head Association Center | 111 Lighthouse Wynd
Browse and shop original artwork during this annual exhibition and sale featuring members of the Smith Island Art League. Learn More
Winter Wonderland & Posh Pet Parade
November 27 | 12–8 p.m.
Bald Head Island Club, 301 S. Bald Head Wynd
Kick off the holiday season with Winter Wonderland festivities and the island’s ever-popular Posh Pet Parade. Learn More: 910-457-7300
Annual Christmas Golf Cart Parade
November 27 | 4 p.m.
Starts at Shoals Club, 100 Station House Way, & Ends at Bald Head Island Club, 301 S. Bald Head Wynd
Watch islanders compete for the best decorated golf cart during this parade that travels from the Shoals Club to the BHI Club along South Bald Head Wynd. Santa spotting is a certainty!
Continental Cuisine Prix Fixe Menu
November 27 & 28 | 5:30-8 p.m.
AQUA at the Shoals Club, 100 Station House Way
An exceptional evening of dining awaits at the Shoals Club’s premier dining venue. View Menu. Reservations: 910-454-4888
Turtle Trot for Thanksgiving
November 28 | 8:30–11 a.m.
Bald Head Island Conservancy, 700 Federal Road
Come out for a good cause on Thanksgiving weekend with the Bald Head Island Conservancy’s 5K Turtle Trot. The race begins promptly at 8:30 a.m., with prizes for the top male and female finishers in each age group. Register Here
Annual Tree Auction
November 28 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. – trees awarded at 6 p.m.
Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum, 101 Lighthouse Wynd
Help “Light Up the Holidays” by bidding on a decorated tabletop Christmas tree while supporting the Old Baldy Foundation. Learn More
Luminary Night at Old Baldy
November 28 | 4–7 p.m.
Old Baldy Lighthouse & Smith Island Museum, 101 Lighthouse Wynd
Enjoy a beautiful holiday evening as hundreds of glowing luminaries illuminate the grounds of Old Baldy and the Village Chapel. Take a stroll along the pathways and enjoy one of Bald Head Island’s most memorable holiday traditions. No charge. Learn More
Santa Golf Scrambler
December 5 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Bald Head Island Club, 301 S. Bald Head Wynd
Head to the Bald Head Island Club for a relaxed golf event featuring a holiday-themed scrambler. Registration: 910-457-7310
Howl at the Moon
December 23 | 4–6 p.m.
Beach Access #39, 188 Station House Way
Gather at Access 39 for a holiday-season Howl at the Moon featuring bagpipe music, soup from Chef Taylor and a bonfire, weather permitting. Bring an appetizer to share and your own beverage. Hosted by the Maritime Market.
Christmas Eve Lunch
December 24 | Call for Hours
AQUA at the Shoals Club, 100 Station House Way
A divine mid-day meal worthy of the day awaits at AQUA. View Menu. Reservations: 910-454-4888
Christmas Eve Feast
December 24 | 5–8 p.m.
Bald Head Island Club, 301 S. Bald Head Wynd
Celebrate Christmas Eve with a special holiday dinner at the Bald Head Island Club. Reservations: 910-477-5010
Pros vs. Joes Golf
December 26 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Bald Head Island Club, 301 S. Bald Head Wynd
Enjoy a post-Christmas day of golf with this laid-back event at the Bald Head Island Club. Registration: 910-457-7310
New Year's Eve Celebration
December 31 | 6–10 p.m.
Bald Head Island Club, 301 S. Bald Head Wynd
Ring in the New Year with a sparkling celebration at the Bald Head Island Club. Reservations: 910-477-5010
Keep in mind—you’ll enjoy access to Bald Head Island Club and Shoals Club amenities and dining when you stay at The Inn at Bald Head Island. Explore our available rooms now.
Event dates, times and details are subject to change. Please check with the individual event organizer before making plans or traveling to the island.
