Island Activities All Ages


Build Your Own Succulent Conch Shell
Build Your Own Succulent Conch Shell

July 7, 2026

5:45 PM - 6:45 PM

This class will cover the soil type used for succulents and their shallow root systems. Participants will plant succulents in conch shells to take home as their finished project. All materials are included in the cost. For any questions, contact Emily Kincer at ekincer@oaksialdnc.gov

To register for this class, visit: OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS

$35 per person

At the Oak Island Recreation Center

3003 E Oak Island Drive

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Build Your Own Succulent Conch Shell 07/07/2026
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Recreation Center 12/13
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours

Enjoy Oak Island's beauty from the water!  Guided trips are available through the Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department.  Trips last approximately 2 hours and include kayak rentals, paddle, PFD and experienced guides.  Paddle difficulty is easy.


For more information, call Recreation Programs Supervisor, Ryan Gordon at (910) 278-4747 or email rgordon@oakislandnc.gov.
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Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - May 5, 2026 05/05/2026
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Tidalwaves Kayak Launch (SE 31st Street) 18+ Years 7/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - May 19, 2026 05/19/2026
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Tidalwaves Kayak Launch (SE 31st Street) 18+ Years 10/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - June 4, 2026 06/04/2026
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Tidalwaves Kayak Launch (SE 31st Street) 18+ Years 7/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - June 16, 2026 06/16/2026
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Tidalwaves Kayak Launch (SE 31st Street) 18+ Years 9/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours -July 16, 2026 07/16/2026
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Tidalwaves Kayak Launch (SE 31st Street) 18+ Years 10/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - July 30, 2026 07/30/2026
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Tidalwaves Kayak Launch (SE 31st Street) 13+ Years 10/10
Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - August 13, 2026 08/13/2026
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Tidalwaves Kayak Launch (SE 31st Street) 18+ Years 0/10
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Explore The Davis Canal Kayak Tours - August 27, 2026 08/27/2026
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Tidalwaves Kayak Launch (SE 31st Street) 18+ Years 4/10
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Glass and Ceramic Stackable
Glass and Ceramic Stackable

WHEN: July 16, 2026 • 10:00 AM - NOON

WHERE: Recreation Center • 3003 E Oak Island Dr.

COST: $45 Per Person (Ceramics & Glass provided)

Create bird baths, feeders, cookie servers, planters, or candle holders – you choose! Use any dish, mug, or bowl, with Glass & Ceramic options available in wild colors and designs, for multiple uses.

Participants can bring their own supplies or donate for others to use as well.

For price discounts prior to registration,

contact Rebecca at 203-334-3660

To register visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS

Session Session Dates Days of Week Location(s) Grade/Age Filled  
Glass and Ceramic Stackable 07/16/2026
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Jewelry Making Class
Jewelry Making Class

WHEN: August 19, 2026 • 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

WHERE: Oak Island Recreation Center

COST: $65 Per-Person

Earrings, bracelets, necklaces ... make any style of jewelry you like with Rebecca's guidance! Participants will be provided the space, supplies, and instruction needed to complete many different pieces of jewelry during the class time.

Snacks, drinks, music, and all supplies are included,

though participants can bring their own,

as well as donate supplies for others to use.

For price discounts prior to registration,

call Rebecca at 203-334-3660

To Register Visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS

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Jewelry Making Class 08/19/2026
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Knitted Wire Art
Knitted Wire Art

WHEN: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

WHERE: Recreation Center • 3003 E Oak Island Drive

COST: $30 Per Person

Come learn about the new popular craft

Knitted Wire Art

You will be provided with a piece of knitted yarn and wire to create something fantastic!

To register visit

OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS

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Knitted Wire Art 08/05/2026
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Nature Center and Ocean Education Center - Educational Programs
Nature Center and Ocean Education Center - Educational Programs

Join Oak Island Parks and Recreation for our series of education programs at both the Oak Island Nature Center and the Oak Island Ocean Education Center! These programs are 1.5 hour sessions for kids that cover a wide array of topics pertaining to the natural world around us, and the varying ecosystems found here in our backyard. on Oak Island. This program is open to all students within the 6-12 age range. For each offering during a month, there will be two sessions: one in the day, one in the afternoon. This is to ensure access for students in our homeschool networks, as well as access for students in public or private education institutions. If you have any questions about this program, please reach outfor more information!

Registration Information:

  • For registration, only the student needs to be registered to ensure participation. Parents are welcome to watch the activity, and help assist in learning, but we do ask that no parent registers themselves to ensure accurate numbers. This is not a drop off/pickup program. If you have any confusion or concerns about this, please reach out to Jacob Hyle.

Pricing:

  • Residents: $10
  • Non-Residents: $12
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Coastal Environments and Shoreline Health (Day) 09/07/2026
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Ocean Education Center 6–12 Years 4/15
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Coastal Environments and Shoreline Health (Evening) 09/07/2026
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Ocean Education Center 6–12 Years 0/15
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Ocean Exploration and Navigation (Day) 10/05/2026
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Ocean Education Center 6–12 Years 4/15
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Ocean Exploration and Navigation (Evening) 10/05/2026
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Ocean Education Center 6–12 Years 0/15
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Wilderness Survival (Day) 11/02/2026
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Nature Center 6–12 Years 4/15
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Wilderness Survival (Evening) 11/02/2026
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Nature Center 6–12 Years 2/15
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Nutrition Basics with Rebecca
Nutrition Basics with Rebecca

WHEN: August 6, 2026 • NOON - 2:00 PM

WHERE: Recreation Center • 3003 E Oak Island Drive

COST: $50 Per-Person

Rebecca Roseberry is a medical intuitive, nutritionist, healer, and owner of Pure NEWtrition. Participants can bring health and wellness concerns, for this “reorientation on the basics” of good nutrition, which will include information handouts, demonstrations, and discussion.

Rebecca Roseberry is a health educator and an empowerment facilitator. The information taught is for educational purposes only.

Oak Island Parks & Recreation and the instructor are not responsible

for personal health management.

To register, visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS

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Nutrition Basics with Rebecca 08/06/2026
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Ornament Making Class
Ornament Making Class

When: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Where: Oak Island Recreation Center

Cost: $20 Per Person

Christmas in July OKI ornament making! Come create a beach themed large 5 inch ornament. Twine, RaFia, shells, pearls and other embellishments to pick from.

To register visit

OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS

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Ornament Making Class 07/08/2026
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Recreation Center 0/12
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Shell Drop Making Class
Shell Drop Making Class

We will be making single stranded, shell drops to hang up in our porch, deck or favorite area in our home to inspire us with color and joy. We can paint them, glue beads on them, glitter….anything goes, because you are the artist. If you would like to bring some supplies for your project or if you would like to donate supplies,

Snacks and drinks included, your welcome to bring your own. Music provided.

All supplies will be included $45 Per-Person

 

Participants can bring their own supplies or donate for others to use as well.

For price discounts prior to registration,

contact Rebecca at 203-334-3660

Visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS to register

Shell Drop

Making Class

Where: Oak Island Recreation Center 3003 East Oak Island Drive

Date/Time: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Shell Drop Making Class 07/07/2026
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Splashpad after hours 18 and older
Splashpad after hours 18 and older

Splashpad After Hours 18 and Older

When: Saturday June 13, 2026

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Where: Middleton Park Complex

Come join in the fun at Splashpad After Hours.

Register now for this event which occurs AFTER the daily operating hours, when the Splashpad is opened for adults to enjoy!

Complete with games. music, and food trucks.

To register, visit OakIslandNC.gov/PROGRAMS.

For questions or more information, contact Emily Kincer at ekincer@oakislandnc.gov or John Henry at jhenry@oakislandnc.gov

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Splashpad after hours 18 and older 06/13/2026
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Middleton Park Complex 18+ Years 2/30
Splashpad after hours 18 and older 07/18/2026
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Middleton Park Complex 18+ Years 0/30
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