‘Mardi Gras By the Sea’ taking place in Oak Island later this month

OAK ISLAND, NC (WWAY) — A special Mardi Gras event is taking place later this month in Oak Island.

‘Mardi Gras By the Sea’ parade and festival is happening February 24th from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Middleton Park Complex.

The parade begins at 1:00 p.m. at Keziah Street and ends at Middleton Park.

There will be food vendors, crafters, a kids zone and live music from The 52nd Street Band.