Top 5 Nightlife Spots on Oak Island

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I know, I know. Oak Island is a quite little town, and we are known for being family friendly and in bed by 9pm. But when the mood strikes for some fun, we have plenty of places packed with late night fun and entertainment. Whether you’re looking to shoot pool, play bingo, win trivia, have some drinks with friends, play arcade games, sing karaoke, or listen to some awesome local bands, Oak Island has you covered in the entertainment department. Check out their sites below and follow them on social media for the latest event schedules. Just remember, party responsibly!

Beachside outdoor bar or restaurant at night with a live music performance on stage, seated patrons, and people socializing under umbrellas.
An arcade skee-ball game with five lanes, illuminated scoring displays, and a black background. The lanes are metallic with yellow sides and are turned off, with one in use. The electronic scoreboards show different game statuses and scores.

1. The Second Wind: Ready for a fun night out with family and friends? Check out Oak Island’s local hot-spot, The Second Wind. Rack ‘em up and shoot a game of pool, catch a local band playing, or load up the juke box with your favorite tunes. Gather inside around the bar or at a high top, or head outside to enjoy the patio and a game of cornhole. A full bar with plenty of cold beer on draft will keep everyone’s thirst quenched!

2. Pauls of Oak Island: At Paul’s, you’ll find a fun and casual atmosphere, with lots of large tables, perfect for a crowd. Tons of beers on tap, a full bar, and a selection of frozen drinks, there’s something for everyone. Have some fun and play a game of ski ball, pinball, or any of the other arcade games located on the sports bar side. The kitchen is also open late so don’t forget the snacks!

3. Pirates Deck: An Oak Island staple, The pirates deck brings a beach bar vibe to the island. With plenty of seating inside and out, fun mixed drinks, a full menu, pool tables, and a dance floor, you’ll never be at a loss for fun! Check out their facebook page for daily food and drink specials as well as the band lineup and other events!

4. Lazy Turtle: Who doesn’t love toes in the sand while sipping on their favorite beach beverage? This quintessential beach bar offers fun any time of day, but the party really gets started after the sun goes down. Stop in any night of the week to hear live music, karaoke, trivia, or catch up with friends and locals around the bar. Be sure to check out their facebook page for a lineup of events and daily food/drink specials.

5. 49th Street: If you are looking for a more relaxing or chill evening, kicking back at the bar and listening to a band, or catching a late night game – look no further than 49th Street. With an outdoor stage, you’ll find local bands playing most nights of the week. Post up at the outdoor bar to listen to the band or hang out in the yard and play some cornhole. Inside you’ll find another bar with ton’s of TV’s – perfect for the sports fans. Follow them on facebook to see the daily events and food & drink specials.

Three pool tables with green felt surfaces in a recreational room with wooden floors and blue walls.
Live music performance at a venue with a band playing on stage and an audience watching. The stage has microphones, instruments, and colorful lighting. There are fish decorations on the wall and a sign that says "Kona Big Wave".
A cartoon turtle wearing a hat, playing a guitar with palm trees and a life preserver in the background, advertising karaoke night on Friday from 9 pm to 12 am at The Lazy Turtle.
Empty bar or restaurant interior with high tables, chairs, and bar stools, with multiple TV screens on the walls displaying 'Dirty Dictionary Trivia' and a window with balloons outside.