Supported by a grant from the Brunswick Arts Council and sponsored by the Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Department and the Greater Holden Beach Merchants Association, this outdoor summer concert series is a recent addition to the summer scene. The concerts feature live entertainment at the Intracoastal Waterway Stage on Jordan Boulevard, located near the base of the Holden Beach bridge, and are held on Sundays from 6:30 until 8 PM May through September. Call for dates and a schedule.

With ocean views from every seat, the atmosphere at Paradise Cafe invites you to kick back and relax Jimmy Buffet style. Open for lunch and dinner almost year round, Paradise has daily specials to offer the freshest food available and a kids' menu to keep the little ones happy. Sit among the palm trees, tropical birds and local artwork hanging on melon-colored walls and enjoy appetizers, burgers, pizza or hot subs. Of course, there is local seafood as well. Be sure not to leave until you have enjoyed a Paradise Sunset, the house drink. And remember, Paradise has music on weeknights during the season — from country to beach music to pop.

Supported by a grant from the Brunswick Arts Council and sponsored by the Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Department and the Ocean Isle Beach Property Owners Association, this outdoor concert series features live entertainment in the Museum of Coastal Carolina parking lot. Concerts are held on Fridays from 6:30 until 8 PM from May through September. Call for dates and schedule.

You will find Giggling Mackerel on the east side of the bridge and perched on the edge of the Intracoastal Waterway on Ocean Isle Beach. The rooftop Tiki Bar is an excellent place to watch the sun go down while sharing a drink with friends. You're sure to find your choice of wine, beer or mixed drink as they have all ABC permits. Their daily and weekly specials contain sandwiches and salads and seafood. It's open during the season only. Call for an entertainment schedule.

Derbster's has been a favorite of locals for years and has the knack of making visitors feel at home. Lunch and dinner are served with seating for 120 people, including a separate nonsmoking room. The menu features sandwiches, subs, appetizers, steaks chicken, ribs and seafood, and a full bar is available. Ask about Sunday football, Major League Baseball and Friday karaoke.