The Annual Conference offers attendees the opportunity to explore the area during free time. In addition to tours offered during the program and optional activities (see link above, advance sign-up required) offered on Friday night, there are many options for learning, sightseeing and fun in the vicinity. Some of our favorite attractions include:

- Battleship North Carolina
- Airlie Gardens
- New Hanover County Arboretum
- Cape Fear Museum
- Take a tour or catch a show at historic Thalian Hall (theatre show during Annual Conference: The Savannah Sipping Society)
- Cameron Art Museum
- Museum of the Bizarre
Check out the official Convention & Visitors Bureau website for even more options! Also see the official 2021 Visitors Guide.