Trailborn Surf & Sound
Summer Happenings
This summer, settle into a place where life slows down and meaningful moments come naturally. Between the ocean and the sound, Trailborn Surf & Sound invites you to spend your days outdoors together, enjoying sunshine, salty air, and simple pleasures like beach days, poolside treats, sunset picnics, and evenings by the fire. It’s the kind of summer getaway you’ll want to return to year after year.
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Great American Summer
The Great American Summer Package is designed to take the planning off your plate and put the fun front and center. Arrive to a welcome amenity waiting in your room, a s'mores kit for a fire-pit night under the stars, and a $300 resort credit to spend however summer moves you.
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Summer at Surf & Sound is never the same week twice. We've packed the season with poolside live music, lawn games, guided paddleboard tours, family movie nights, s'mores by the fire, and more — with new events rotating throughout June, July, and August.
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From the 4th of July fireworks over the Cape Fear River to patriotic poolside festivities and special anniversary programming all season long, Trailborn Surf & Sound is the place to mark this milestone the way it deserves — outside, together, and by the water.
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Local Happenings
Concerts in the Park
Bring a blanket, pack a picnic, and head to Wrightsville Beach Park each Thursday for an easy summer evening of live music and food trucks.
Bring a blanket, pack a picnic, and head to Wrightsville Beach Park each Thursday for an easy summer evening of live music and food trucks.
4th of July Festival
Annual fireworks over the Cape Fear River with live music and family programming on the Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington.
Annual fireworks over the Cape Fear River with live music and family programming on the Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington.
Live Oak Concerts
Set along Wilmington’s riverfront, the Live Oak Bank Pavilion brings big-name artists and unforgettable nights to an open-air waterfront setting.
Set along Wilmington’s riverfront, the Live Oak Bank Pavilion brings big-name artists and unforgettable nights to an open-air waterfront setting.
Cape Fear Blue Marlin Tournament
Head to Wrightsville Beach Marina in June to watch the weigh-ins and see one of the coast’s signature fishing traditions come to life.
Head to Wrightsville Beach Marina in June to watch the weigh-ins and see one of the coast’s signature fishing traditions come to life.
Airlie Garden’s Summer Concert Series
Settle under the live oaks for select Friday night concerts at Airlie Gardens, with shows running from June into September.
Settle under the live oaks for select Friday night concerts at Airlie Gardens, with shows running from June into September.
Summer Your Way
From beach setups to boat days, summer at Surf & Sound is built around the water. Pick your pace: surf in the morning, paddle the sound by afternoon, then claim a seat on the lawn and let golden hour do the rest.
Surf
Grab a beach towel and head down the boardwalk to the beach for a full day of fun in the sun. We’ll have a beach chair and umbrella ready for you, or you can rent a surfboard or boogie board and spend the day playing in the waves.
Sound
The calm waters of the sound are perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, learning to sail, or catching a cruise on one of the Soundside boats. It’s also the ideal place to end the day with a stunning sunset over the Intracoastal.
Pool
Lounge by our resort‑style pool with a private cabana rental, have a cannonball contest with the kids, listen to live music (on select days), or grab a bite and a cocktail from the Blockade Surf Bar and settle in under the sun.
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Family Friendly Favorites
Start at Money Island, where legend says Captain Kidd buried treasure and the area’s largest dune invites sliding. Then cruise to Masonboro Island and explore from marsh to ocean in search of shells before spotting dolphins on the way back.
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Our oceanfront lawn is perfect for relaxing in a hammock or enjoying a pickup game of cornhole, soccer or football. Our Beach Game Closet has games of all sorts to borrow for lawn or beach fun.
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Each Saturday, the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher brings some of its favorite aquatic animals to the property, giving kids of all ages a hands-on way to learn about our coastal community.
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Surprise the kids with an in-room camping tent, a stuffed Trailborn turtle, and a Bingo Card to explore the property. Add on an in-room movie night - the perfect way to wind down after a day in the sun.
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Make More of Summer
From beach days to family adventures, our seasonal packages make it easy to plan a stay that feels full without feeling overbooked. Add breakfast, book a cabana, surprise the kids with in-room camping, or turn a quick getaway into a whole summer tradition.
