Swansboro by Candlelight

Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025 |  5pm to 9pm

☔ Rain or Shine Event
Step into a magical winter wonderland in Historic Downtown Swansboro on November 8th, 2025, from 5 pm to 9 pm, as the Swansboro Downtown Merchants & Restaurants host their Annual Swansboro by Candlelight. Enjoy the warm glow of luminaries lining the streets, whimsical shop window displays, and the charming touches of ribbons and bows that evoke the nostalgia of days gone by.
Enjoy live entertainment in Olde Towne Square, indulge in wine tasting at Bake Bottle & Brew and The Gray Dolphin, and savor refreshments provided by the Downtown Merchants and Restaurants.
Don't miss the Swansboro Dance Studio as they perform scenes from their Nutcracker Ballet at 5 pm!
A highlight of the evening will be the Annual Town of Swansboro Christmas Tree Lighting at 6 pm at Olde Town Square!
Plan a long weekend getaway in Swansboro! Discover our unique Airbnb and VRBO accommodations, as well as our award-winning Hampton Inn & Suites.

Enjoy the live music on the Pug Pavillion Stage in Olde Towne Square!
featuring

The Will & Tony Show

Where to Park

Street closures will be at 3 pm and will re-open at 9 pm, immediately after the event.
Streets affected by the closures include:
• All of Church Street
• All of Front Street
• Main Street will be closed up to Elm Street
• Moore Street and Church Street will be closed up to Water Street

Download Merchants & Restaurants Guide & Map

We look forward to seeing you in Swansboro!

 

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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