Visit Elizabeth City, NC

06/08/2026

We are ready for the excitement this week!

06/08/2026

06/05/2026

Thank you for your patience with road closures, as Bassmaster begins next week!

06/05/2026

🎣 6 DAYS UNTIL BASSMASTER ELITE! 🎣

The countdown is on! In just 6 days, the world's top anglers will arrive in Elizabeth City for the Bassmaster Elite at the Pasquotank River, happening June 11–14, 2026.

Get ready for four days of exciting competition, daily weigh-ins, and a weekend full of family fun at Hooked on the Harbor Festival in Harbor Village!

🐟 Watch the pros compete
⚓ Experience the Harbor of Hospitality at its finest

Who's ready to welcome Bassmaster back to Elizabeth City? Drop a 🎣 in the comments and share this post!

06/05/2026

Looking for a way to keep kids fueled all summer long? Free Summer Meal Kits are available for all children 18 and under every Thursday from June 11-July 30 at the Pasquotank County Library. Each kit includes 7 days' worth of meals to help kids stay healthy, active, and ready for summer fun!

📍 Pasquotank County Library
⏰ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
✅ No registration required

Please note: Children must be present to receive meal kits.

05/30/2026

Thank you Green Saves Green for setting this up as we prepare for Bassmaster June 11-14th!

Thanks to all who are assisting in this effort! We truly appreciate it and are looking forward to this exciting week in Elizabeth City!

If anyone is interested in volunteering during the festivities, please check out the pinned post at the top of our page. We are accepting any and all help and will need it for cleanup daily as well!

Our litter cleanup of downtown Elizabeth City and its waterfront parks before the Bassmaster Elite tournament is just a week away. Please join us next Saturday morning to get our town looking its best for all the anglers and visitors who will be arriving. There is no sign up required. Just show up at the Museum of the Albemarle and we'll give you the supplies you need and a location to clean up. All ages are welcome. Families with young children can clean up the parks. We look forward to seeing you.

05/29/2026

Join the Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration in Elizabeth City for a weekend honoring freedom, heritage, and unity.

Enjoy live music, cultural performances, local vendors, delicious food, art, history, and family-friendly activities as the community comes together to commemorate this important chapter in American history.

Bring your friends and family, come stay for the weekend, and be part of this meaningful celebration!

River City Community Development Corporation

The three-day event will kick off on Friday evening at the Arts of The Albemarle with an educational opportunity about the holiday. This business after hours is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and Arts of the Albemarle will be filled with conversation, hors d’oeuvres, and light entertainment....

05/29/2026

Step back in time and experience Betsy Dowdy Rides Again tomorrow, Saturday, May 30th!

Follow the legendary story of 16-year-old Betsy Dowdy's courageous ride to warn Patriot forces during the Revolutionary War. Enjoy live reenactments, historical storytelling, and family-friendly festivities celebrating one of northeastern North Carolina's most inspiring legends.

Join the adventure and witness history come to life!

Perquimans County, NC Camden County, NC

Saturday, May 30, 2026 Event Festivities: LIVE RIDE AT THESE LOCATIONS ON DAY OF EVENT: Camden County: Lamb’s Marina – 152 US Hwy 158 W, Camden, NC at 10:30 am with Ms. Kelly Curry & Chili Perquimans County: Harvey Point Road, Hertford, NC, between Planter’s Ridge Market and the Newbold White ...