Swansboro by Candlelight

Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 |  5pm to 9pm

☔ Rain or Shine Event
Step into the glow of the season in Historic Downtown Swansboro as the streets come alive for our Annual Swansboro by Candlelight. On this magical November evening, stroll beneath twinkling lights and the soft shimmer of luminaries, admire whimsical holiday window displays, and enjoy the charming ribbons, bows, and details that bring back the nostalgia of holidays past.

Evening Highlights

💫 Live Entertainment in Olde Towne Square
🍷 Wine Tastings at Bake Bottle & Brew and The Gray Dolphin
☕ Seasonal Refreshments from Downtown Merchants & Restaurants
🩰 Nutcracker Ballet Scenes by Swansboro Dance Studio — 5 PM

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting — 6 PM at Olde Town Square

📸 Make it a weekend to remember! Book a cozy stay in one of our charming Airbnb or VRBO rentals, or enjoy the comfort of our award-winning Hampton Inn & Suites—perfect for a girls’ trip, romantic escape, or festive family trip.

Enjoy the live music on the Pug Pavilion Stage in Olde Town Square!
featuring

Justin Castellano + Ed Prophet

Where to Park

Street closures begin at 3 PM and reopen at 9 PM immediately after the event. Affected streets include:
  • All of Church Street
  • All of Front Street
  • Main Street (up to Elm Street)
  • Moore Street & Church Street (up to Water Street)

Download our Merchants, Tours, Food & Drink Guide & Map

We can’t wait to welcome you to Swansboro by Candlelight—where the magic of the holidays begins!

Glamour and Grace Boutique

Women's and men's fashion and clothing items, jewelry, handbags, shoes, and many other accessories!

105 Front St., Swansboro, NC 28584


(910) 325-8197


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Gigi Nails

Full-service nail salon offering manicures and pedicures.

205 Main St., Swansboro, NC 28584


(336) 915-6448


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Boro Girl Boutique

Boutique with locally made art, custom furnishings, home decor, boutique clothing, jewelry and gifts. Located in the iconic Russell’s building.

116 N. Front St., Swansboro, NC 28584


(910) 650-0056


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Med Spa / Reverse by Lisa

As a Cosmetic Injector and a Laser Specialist, Lisa Pecha, a Registered Nurse and Founder of Reverse by Lisa, offers a professional and safe environment providing Botox, Filler and Kybella injectables / Laser Skin Treatments / PDO Threads / Radio Frequency Microneedling / Medical Grade Skin Care Products, and much more.   Please call for more information and your complimentary one-hour consultation.  Stay beautiful.


105 West Church St. Suite #4, Swansboro, NC 28584


(252) 764-1662


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Dini’s Martinis & Desserts

Dini's Martinis and Desserts is a craft cocktail and dessert bar that specializes in crafted cocktails, delicious desserts, savory small bites and so much more!


118 Front St, Swansboro, NC 28584


(910) 325-8140


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Hook, Wine & Sinker – V.R.B.O.

(Waterfront Accommodations) This 3rd floor, beautifully furnished 2BR, 1.5 bath apartment, conveniently located in Historic Downtown Swansboro, will have you Hook, Wine & Sinker as soon as you walk in. Perched atop Bake Bottle Brew, a great Wine/Gift shop, this 1200 sq foot apartment will amaze you with its gorgeous hardwood floors, beadboard walls and ceilings, and custom kitchen. The enclosed sunroom offers breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the Intercoastal Waterway and White Oak River.

The spacious master bathroom has a cozy jacuzzi tub to relax in after a day at the beach. If boating or fishing is more your style this property includes a private dock and boat slip as well as access to a private island.

If you enjoy cooking while on vacation you will be pleased with the custom kitchen which is fully stocked with dishes, glassware, utensils and all the small appliances you need.

www.vrbo.com/559091

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