Carolina Beach Centennial

Things to Do

Vintage photograph of women walking on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

Ongoing Activities

Snap a pic with the brand-new I ❤️ CB sculpture, a permanent tribute to 100 years of coastal charm. See how beach fashion evolved over the past century at "100 Summers of Style," a special centennial exhibition at Fort Fisher State Historic Site. Take a self-guided journey through Carolina Beach’s past with the Now & Then tour—just look for designated stops around town that showcase historic photos and stories from decades past.

Food & Drink Specials

Savor 100 years of island flavors! Celebrate with the Centennial Gatsby Poker Bar Crawl May 17 and dress in your 1920s attire for free entry. Sip on a Centennial Cocktail, grab a $19.25 menu special (a nod to the year Carolina Beach was founded) and try reimagined dishes inspired by 1925 classics. Paying tribute to the flavors of the past, these specials are available through September. Keep an eye out for the Official Centennial Sticker at participating spots.

Celtic Creamery

Centennial Ice Cream

Fudgeboat

Centennial Fudge Flavor

Wake N Bake Donuts

Centennial Donut

Good Hops Brewing

Centennial Beer

Four Hounds Distilling

Centennial Flight

Places to Stay

Step back in time with a stay at a locally owned mom-and-pop motel offering a taste of old-school beach charm. Opt for a full-service hotel with oceanfront balconies and top-notch amenities, or book a cozy cottage or beachside inn for a more intimate retreat. Plan your visit now and be part of the celebration!