This long-standing tradition is back for year 37 and will bring together culinary delights, great music, unique shopping and, of course, oysters. The two-day festival is set with the backdrop of beautiful Ocean Isle Beach and will also include a variety of arts and crafts vendors. Bring your beach chair and settle in for great music and food.

8 E. Second St. Saturday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. $5 for adults; free for kids under 12. (910) 754-6644, ncoysterfestival.com