Kidstuff in Topsail Island, NC

The Stables at Poplar Grove offers a wonderful opportunity to the whole family to view and interact with a wide variety of farm animals which would typically be found on a working plantation.  The types of animals include horses, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, cats, ducks, hens, and roosters.   The Stables provides...more about Poplar Grove Plantation

ArtExposure! is a fabulous resource for both artists and the community. Their 5,000 square-foot red barn structure houses art studios, classrooms, gallery exhibits, an art supply store, a custom frame shop and a gift shop.  ArtExposure! hosts Wine and Craft Nights, Paint by Wine classes, teen and adult painting classes, children’s...more about ArtExposure!

Formed in 1997, this community-based choral ensemble has approximately 80 girls enrolled. Girls ages 9 and older perform a variety of classical, folk, sacred, secular and popular music. The members learn teamwork, discipline, musicianship and community service through the concerts and activities....more about Girls Choir of Wilmington

With Hampstead, NC growing like a live oak, kids in the area needed a place to hang and play- enter Hullabaloo Play & Party Center. Located just south of Topsail's main school campuses, Hullabaloo offers a wide range of options for children to come, stay and play in a safe, educational...more about Hullabaloo Play & Party Center

The Belle of Topsail in Surf City, NC is home to one of the best parties a kiddo could ask for on his or her birthday. Birthday boys and girls better bring their shields and armor, because pirates abound during the afternoon birthday cruises with the Belle. Kids will not only...more about Belle of Topsail

Come in from the heat at North Topsail Surf & Paddle to enjoy a refreshing serving of Italian Ice. Browse their retail items for the beach and also fill your coolers with ice for the day. ...more about North Topsail Surf & Paddle

The Buccaneer of Topsail Beach, NC offers great sightseeing cruises the whole family will enjoy. Cruises provide an opportunity to see dolphins, osprey and other wildlife as you cruise by the infamous Blackbeard's old hideout. The cost is $12 per person, with kids 8 and younger paying $8. Reservations are not required, but...more about Buccaneer Cruises

Kids of all ages can see, touch, smell, and hear nature during the hands-on programs designed by Ecological Marine Adventures. They offer multi-day camps, single-day camps, ghost crab hunts, as well as surf and standup paddleboard classes.

Every Thursday at 10:00 AM (with a minimum of 20 passengers), Ecological Marine Adventures joins...more about Ecological Marine Adventures

Topsail Island's Surf City Surf School, SCSS has everything one could need for a future life in shredding! SCSS is locally owned and operated with 20+ years of surfing and instructional experience, all utilized in daily group and private surf lessons, as well as paddleboarding tours. Whether you're an area resident...more about Surf City Surf School

Go shrimping like the pros on a Bubba Gump Shrimp Cruise in Topsail Beach, NC. See the ins and outs of commercial shrimping operations, toss out a line for the fish and learn about exotic marine life. The cost is $25 per person, and trips depart at 9 AM and return...more about Buccaneer Cruises

Quarter Moon Books and Gifts in Topsail Beach, NC has a delightful children's area that offers books, puzzles, toys and games. They focus on beach, sea turtle and pirate related titles, but also feature popular children's characters and classics. The welcoming atmosphere is perfect for kids to scan their respected shelves,...more about Quarter Moon