SIGNATURE EVENT: The 32nd Crystal Coast Christmas Flotilla features boats, yachts, oars, kayaks, and commercial vessels decorated for the season. The boats can be seen at 5:30 p.m. on the Morehead City waterfront and at 6:15 p.m. on the Beaufort waterfront.

All decorated boats are judged and prizes for excellence and creativity are awarded at the Awards Party after the Flotilla at the Beaufort Hotel. 252-504-7740. North Carolina Maritime Museum, 315 Front Street.