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Welcome to Duplin County, North Carolina!
We welcome you to take a break from the hustle and bustle of big city life and discover Duplin County. Visit our rural communities and friendly folks and you will soon discover that Duplin County is a developing opportunity. Boasting hometown hospitality, scenic countryside and easy accessibility to many North Carolina cities, Duplin County is establishing itself as a relocation destination for many. Well-grounded by our heritage and well-known for our agricultural strengths, Duplin County makes an ideal home for your business and your family.
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🛍️ Shop Small, Shop Local! 🛍️
This Small Business Saturday, celebrate the heartbeat of Duplin County - our incredible local businesses! From unique boutiques to creative studios and specialty shops, Duplin is full of treasures just waiting to be discovered. 💼🍴🎁
Make time to stop by community favorites like Front Street Brewtique, This Little Pig, Starry Night Studio, and Pink Monkee - each offering one-of-a-kind gifts, local flavor, and the warm hospitality that makes shopping small so special.
When you shop local, you’re not just purchasing a product—you’re supporting neighbors, families, and the vibrant community we all love. Your dollars stay here, helping Duplin thrive!
📍 Visit Duplin and make a difference this November 29.
Explore more local businesses here: click the link in our bio!
#SmallBusinessSaturday #ShopLocal #VisitDuplin #SupportLocalBusiness #CommunityFirst
🦃🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Visit Duplin!
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our amazing community, local businesses, and visitors who make Duplin County a special place to live, work, and explore.
May your day be filled with love, laughter, and delicious food shared with family and friends. From all of us at Visit Duplin, thank you for being part of our story – we’re so thankful for YOU!
#HappyThanksgiving #VisitDuplin #GratefulTogether #DuplinCountyNC #FamilyAndCommunity
🎄✨ Kick off the holiday season in Kenansville! ✨🎄
Join us for the Kenansville Christmas Tree Lighting on Sunday, November 30, 2025, from 5:00–8:00 PM at Kenan Park. 🌟
🎅 Evening highlights include:
📸 Photos with Santa
🍴 Food Trucks
🎨 Coloring Booth & Face Painting
🎶 Carol Singing
💌 Letters to Santa
🎬 Christmas Movie
🎄 Tree Lighting at 6:00 PM
✨ Helpful Tips: Don’t forget to bring a chair or blanket and dress warmly to enjoy the evening!
Bring the whole family for a festive night filled with Christmas cheer. 💚❤️
📍 Hosted by: @kenansvilleparksandrec
#VisitDuplin #ChristmasInDuplin #KenansvilleNC #TreeLighting #HolidaySeason
🎄✨ Kenansville Christmas Parade 2025
📅 Saturday, November 29 | 11:00 AM
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with festive floats, marching bands, and lots of Christmas cheer! Bring the family and enjoy this beloved community tradition.
Kenansville Area Chamber of Commerce
#KenansvilleChristmasParade #HolidayCheer #DuplinEvents #FamilyFun
🧡🦃 Thanksgiving Resource & Food Box Event 🦃🧡
Join us on Wednesday, November 26th at 12:00 PM at the Duplin Events Center for a special drive-through event offering food boxes, community resources, and more.
We invite families and community members who could use a little extra support this holiday season to stop by - first come, first served while supplies last.
Let’s come together to share kindness, gratitude, and good food this Thanksgiving. 🍂
#VisitDuplin #DuplinCounty #ThanksgivingGiving #CommunitySupport #DuplinEventsCenter #HolidayKindness #TogetherWeCare
🍪✨ Sweet traditions that make a difference! ✨🍰
Join us for the Duplin County DSS Annual Bake Sale on Tuesday, November 25th at 9:00 AM at the Duplin County Courthouse.
For over 30 years, this beloved event has helped support Duplin County foster children and adults, bringing our community together one sweet treat at a time. 💛
Stop by, grab a homemade goodie, and share in the spirit of giving!
#VisitDuplin #DuplinCounty #BakeSale #CommunitySupport #FosterCareAwareness #KenansvilleNC #SweetCause
🦃🎶 Kick Off Thanksgiving at The Mad Boar Restaurant & Pub!
Wednesday, November 26 | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM – The Turkey Ball 2025
Get ready to dance the night away! Beach Boogie & Blues and DJ Fred Rouse present The Turkey Ball 2025 featuring Band of Oz. A night full of music, dancing, and fun you won’t want to miss!
🎟 Get Tickets Now!
Thursday, November 27 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Thanksgiving Day Buffet
Celebrate the holiday with family and friends over our delicious Thanksgiving buffet. Reservations are not required but recommended – call 910-285-8888 to save your spot!
Start your Thanksgiving week with great food, great music, and great memories at The Mad Boar!
#TurkeyBall2025 #BandOfOz #ThanksgivingBuffet #MadBoarNC #LiveMusic #DuplinEvents
🎄✨ Tara Creek Christmas Trees – Spreading Holiday Cheer!
Tara Creek is back in Wallace for Christmas at Twilight, bringing beautiful North Carolina Christmas trees and a magical “Hallmark Holiday Display”! Explore premium Fraser Fir trees, garland, wreaths, and more.
📅 Friday, November 21 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
And don’t forget – our 8th Annual Tree Sale is happening all day at our Faison farm: 136 Robert Hobbs Rd.
Bring the magic of the season home and make your holidays sparkle! ✨
#TaraCreekChristmas #ChristmasAtTwilight #WallaceNC #FraserFirTrees #HolidayMagic
🦃✨ Community Thanksgiving Lunch at Cabin Lake County Park
📅 Saturday, November 22 | 12:00 PM
Thanksgiving is a time to gather, give thanks, and share a meal – and Cabin Lake County Park is opening its doors to the whole community!
Join us for a warm, welcoming meal filled with delicious food, good company, and the spirit of the season. No cost, no sign-up – just a chance to enjoy Thanksgiving with friends, neighbors, and community.
Whether you come with family, bring a friend, or arrive on your own, there’s a place at the table for everyone. 🥧🍂
If you’d like to bring a side dish, please call us at 910-298-3648 so we can note it down.
Come hungry, come grateful, and let’s celebrate Thanksgiving together! ❤️
#CabinLakePark #CommunityThanksgiving #GratefulTogether #DuplinCountyEvents #ShareTheSeason
🦌 Hunters, it’s almost time! The 2025 Big Buck Contest hosted by the Kenansville Lions Club is coming back to the Duplin Events Center with cash prizes, trophies, raffles, and more on the line!
📅 Hunt Dates: Nov. 21–22, 2025
📍 Weigh-in: Duplin Events Center | 10 AM – 9 PM both days
Don’t miss your shot at prizes, bragging rights, and a great cause! 🦌
#BigBuckContest #KenansvilleLionsClub #DuplinEventsCenter #NCDeerHunting #EasternNC #HuntingSeason #HuntNC #WildlifeConservation
🎄✨ Chestnutt Farms Holiday Vendor Market!
📅 Saturday, November 15 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join us for a day full of amazing vendors, delicious food, and community cheer! Find unique gifts, local treats, and holiday inspiration – the perfect way to kick off the season.
#ChesnuttFarms #HolidayMarket #ShopLocal #CommunityEvent #DuplinEvents
💛 “Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward...” - Princess Diana 🌷
Join us for the Duplin Community Kindness Event on November 18th, from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the Lois G. Britt Agriculture Center Auditorium (165 Agriculture Dr, Kenansville, NC).
Let’s come together to spread kindness throughout our community! Enjoy lunch provided as we create Kindness Bags and Cards to brighten someone’s day. 💌✨
Please RSVP by November 12th to reserve your spot.
#VisitDuplin #DuplinCounty #CommunityKindness #ActsOfKindness #KenansvilleNC #TogetherWeCare
