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EmeraldFest Summer Concert Series

Where:
Western Ocean Regional Access
 9803 Louise Avenue
Emerald Isle, NC 28594
When:

June 18, 2026 – August 13, 2026

Time:
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
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Free Summer Concert Series in Emerald Isle, NC

The shores will once again be filled with live music as EmeraldFest, a free summer concert series, returns to Emerald Isle.

Soak up the sun, sea breeze, and live music every Thursday evening, June through August, at the Western Ocean Regional Access facility (located off Islander Drive, one block east of the Coast Guard Road intersection).

Emerald Fest 2026 Concert Schedule

  • The RV Road Show (June 18)
  • Big Same & Co. (June 25)
  • Bob Laverty Bane (July 2)
  • Mad Fiddler (July 9)
  • Salty Bones (July 16)
  • Knok Knok Band (July 23)
  • Tidal Blues (July 30)
  • Justin Castellano (August 6)
  • East Coast James (August 13)

Emerald Fest Admission

Admission is FREE

Emerald Fest Location

The event is held at the Western Ocean Regional Access facility, located off Islander Drive, one block east of Coast Guard Road intersection.

Emerald Fest Contact Information

Website: www.emeraldisle-nc.org

Emerald Fest - Free Summer Concert Series in Emerald Isle, NC

More Free Summer Concerts in Swansboro

Free concerts are also offered in Swansboro each Sunday evening throughout the summer during SwanFest.

Event dates and information are subject to change without notice. Please visit the official event website for more information.

Ready to plan your stay?

From events and festivals to attractions and dining, you’ll find plenty of things to do in and around the Emerald Isle area.

And save 10% to 25% off the advertised rates with our last minute Outer Banks vacation rental deals!

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