Take in the sounds of summer well into fall with outdoor waterfront concerts at Fort Fisher Air Force Recreation Area, held every other Friday through September. Enjoy live, local music each Friday and Saturday night through October at Big Daddy's Restaurant. Nearby on the island, cast your line for a chance to win the cash prize in the Pleasure Island Surf Fishing Challenge Oct. 15-17 or watch from the shore as anglers reel in their catch of the day. Watch as incredible, one-of-a-kind kites of all shapes, sizes and designs take over the sky for the 15th annual Cape Fear Kite Festival Nov. 6-7.