Movin' mullet
When you hear the word mullet, do you think of the fish or the rockin’ hairstyle? With our race, we hope your future answer will be both. To help Swansboro kick off their Mullet Festival, we will hold the Movin’ Mullet 5K the Saturday before the festival on October 5th.
We hope that you will use this opportunity to show off your fun clothing and awesome mullet hairstyles. Whether it is the North Carolina Neck Warmer, the Kentucky Waterfall, the Camero Crash Helmet, the Tennessee Top Hat, the Beaver Paddle, the El Camino Headrest, or even the Mississippi Mudflap, all mullets are welcomed…and actually encouraged.
We know that you will be all business in the front at the start line but that it will be a party in the back when you receive your medal as you cross the finish line. So channel your inner Billy Ray Cyrus, Wayne and Garth, John Daly, Andrew Agassi, Mel Gibson, every '80's wrestler or Tina Turner and go ahead and register now and claim your spot.
Click here to register
Parking/Shuttle
Park and Ride! Parking will be available at Ward Farm behind the Hampton Inn. Shuttles will pickup there and drop off at the corner of Sabiston and Church Streets. The shuttle will run from 9:30AM - 10:30 PM on Saturday, October 12 and 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM on Sunday, October 13.
blessing of the fleet
October 11, 2024; 6:00 PM, Casper's Marina
Make plans now to join us for the Blessing of the Fleet! This event is for: those who work on boats; those who protect our country; those who provide food from these waters; those who use these waters for family and pleasure; any other boats or owners in our area. Join us for this annual event! ALL boats and boaters are welcome to join us - kayaks, motorboats, fishing vessels, etc.
Boats will assemble at 5:45 in the water in front of Caspers Marina. Radio channel will be shared by the Coast Guard. The Swansboro Fire Department boat along with the Coast Guard will lead the boats into the Swansboro Basin. The Mayor will be reading a list of our area fishermen who have passed. Pastor John McDaniel from One Harbor Church will be providing the blessings. A Swansboro High School Band student will perform taps on trumpet while a wreath, provided by Bloom In Swansboro, is placed in the water. Join us at Casper's for this emotional and appreciative event! Patrons can view from the Church Street Dock, Ward Shore, along the waterfront.
Free registration for interested boaters - email dpylypiw@ci.swansboro.nc.us.
Mullet parade
Saturday, October 12, 9:00 AM
The Mullet Festival Parade is a lively celebration featuring colorful floats, marching bands, and local groups, all honoring Swansboro’s rich coastal heritage and the traditions of the annual Mullet Festival. It’s a family-friendly event that brings the community together in a vibrant display of local pride. Patrons can view the parade along Hwy 24 leading the way downtown.
Parade applications are still available, this is a great way to promote your organization or business and participate in all the fun to be had while strolling through the parade line. Applications will be accepted until October 9, 2024. You can download the application here.
Please be advised that road closures will be put into place at 8:00 a.m. Saturday morning – October 12th and remain in place until the parade concludes. There will not be any admittance onto NC 24 during this time. A detour route around the parade will be provided down Main Street Extension. Delays should be expected.
Click here for the parade map.
Mullet fry
Saturday and Sunday, October 12-13, 11:00 AM-5:00PM
Enjoy delicious fried mullet and whiting in downtown Swansboro across from the stage on Front Street. Fish plates will be available both Saturday and Sunday from 11:00AM to 5:00PM. Plates include fish, hushpuppies, coleslaw, and beans. Brought to you by the Crystal Coast Assembly of God Church in Peletier.
USmc static displays
Saturday, October 12, 2024, 10:00 AM- 5:00 PM, Main Street
Check out USMC equipment at the static display on Main Street.
Combat Logistics Battalion-2 will be providing one Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR), also known as a 7-ton Truck, and one High Mobility Multi-Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), also known as a "hum-vee". The MTVR is the workhorse of the Marine Corps capable of carrying both cargo and troops in the back. The HMMWV is probably the most recognizable military vehicle in production. It has a multitude of different configurations to include; troop transport, armored gun truck, ambulance, maintenance vehicle, and many
more.
mullet apparel
Official logo of the 70th Annual Swansboro Mullet Festival of North Carolina!
You can get your official Mullet Festival t-shirts will be on sale at the booth on Front Street near Yana's.
Brought to you by What the Fin Apparel.
2023 Mullet performance t-shirts are still available.
Mullet toss
Saturday, October 12, 1:00 PM, Pugliese Pavilion
Come downtown to the PUG pavilion for one of Mullet Festival's finest traditions.... the Mullet Toss. Register for FREE and toss that Mullet into the bucket for a chance to win some great prizes. This event is for all ages, and we will be competing by age groups. Pre-registration is preferred for this event. Register at swansboro.recdesk.com or by clicking here.
