The Pleasure Island Seafood Blues and Jazz Festival is typically scheduled each year in the second weekend in October, however due to Hurricane Matthew, the 2016 Festival had to be rescheduled to April 23rd, 2017.This festival takes place along the scenic Cape Fear River at the Fort Fisher Military Recreational Area in Kure beach. Enjoy browsing at the Arts & Wine Garden, shopping for crafts, listening to music, and fine wine tasting. Children will stay entertained for hours as they enjoy magicians, face painting, educational exhibits, inflatables and much more in the Kidz Zone.