What’s New in
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Bevvy Mart

Introducing a new quick stop in Wrightsville Beach, Bevvy Mart is perfect for early risers, late-night snackers, and everyone in between. This spot features a coffee and tea bar, personal care items, prepared foods, imported beer and wine and more. Inspired by local shops near some of the world's best beaches, it offers elevated selections for your convenience. Whether you're refueling or grabbing snacks for your adventures, this is the place to be!

Wilmington Outdoor Adventures

Wrightsville Beach Waterloop Tour, a new guided kayak tour offering from Wilmington Outdoor Adventures, is coming soon to the island. The tour will navigate the waterways surrounding Wrightsville Beach and will be available for booking in summer of 2024.

Coastal Eco Adventures

Discover a new intimate, informative and one-of-a-kind private charter with Coastal Eco Adventures. Explore uninhabited islands, sounds, tidal creeks and nature preserves around Wrightsville Beach aboard this six-person charter. Coastal Eco Adventures also partners with local farmers along the NC Oyster Trail to offer aquaculture tours focused on sustainable seafood and water quality.

The Commodore Club at Wrightsville Beach Yacht Club

A floating two-story restaurant and social club is anticipated to open in 2024. Helmed by Giorgios Bakatsias, owner of Wilmington's G Prime Steak & Cellar and Kipos, The Commodore Club at Wrightsville Beach Yacht Club will be a reservation-only fine dining restaurant with a full bar. The club's first floor will be accessible to the public while the rest of the property is for club members only. The restaurant will be located by Wrightsville Beach Marina, offering exceptional Intracoastal Waterway views.

Airlie Gardens

Located just over the bridge, Airlie Gardens now offers monthly Accessible Birding Outings select days throughout the year. The guided tour includes a tram ride through the gardens to see hotspots for migratory birds, as well as their nests. Advance registration is required.

2024 SOUTH'S BEST Waterfront Town in NC

Wrightsville Beach was named Southern Living's 2024 "South's Best Waterfront Town in North Carolina" in their annual South's Best Awards. The island's wide shores, piers and world-class watersports were highlighted in Southern Living's feature as reasons our island is a must-visit waterfront town for your upcoming vacations.

Amazon Prime's hit series "The Summer I Turned Pretty" has returned to the destination to film season three. In seasons one and two, several scenes highlighted Wrightsville Beach's South End, which is a recurring location for filming the production. The Netflix popular series "Outer Banks" also recently filmed scenes for the upcoming season at Oceanic Restaurant and the Crystal Pier. Season four is anticipated to premiere in 2024.

Southern Living included Wrightsville Beach in its roundup of 25 Favorite Fall Beach Destinations noting the island being a favorite among surfers and paddlers of every description. The island also made Travel + Leisure's roundup of 25 Best Beaches in the U.S. highlighting Wrightsville Beach's diverse watersports, surf shops and beachfront hotels.