Surf City

Boca Bay, Surf City Neighborhood

Surf City offers a relaxed, low-noise small-town atmosphere with calm, tree-lined streets and plentiful privacy. Most residences are spacious single detached homes built around the year 2000, featuring three to four-plus bedrooms. Long-term residents contribute to a stable, friendly neighborhood character and attractive yard space throughout. Convenient parking and easy access to local restaurants and services add everyday comfort and practicality. Mature trees and generous lot sizes create appealing outdoor living areas and private gardens. Local restaurants, boutiques, and service businesses provide neighborhood conveniences within short drives from most addresses. This town blends quiet charm with roomy, comfortable housing options today.

The character of Surf City is exemplified by its slower-paced atmosphere. The noise levels in Surf City are very low, as the streets are generally very peaceful.

Highlights of Boca Bay

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Earl G. & Inez Batts Recreational Complex

Located at 380 J.H. Batts Road, this dynamic complex features a state‑of‑the‑art skatepark, inclusive playground, sand volleyball courts, sheltered picnic areas, restroom facilities, and scenic walking paths that connect to existing trails, making it a standout recreational hub within Boca Bay. ([surfcitync.gov](https://www.surfcitync.gov/2416/Parks?utm_source=openai))

🏫 Surf City Community Center

At 201 Community Center Drive, this center anchors neighborhood life with amenities including a fitness room, gymnasium, playground, dog park, tennis and pickleball courts, plus a wide range of wellness classes and community programs tailored to Boca Bay residents. ([surfcitync.gov](https://www.surfcitync.gov/2422/Community-Center?utm_source=openai))

🌊 Soundside Park

Sited on 517 Roland Avenue, Soundside Park offers stunning intracoastal views along with an amphitheater, boardwalk and fishing pier, kayak and paddleboard launch, playground, picnic shelters, public boat ramp, restrooms and parking—all right on Boca Bay’s shoreline. ([surfcitync.gov](https://www.surfcitync.gov/2416/Parks?utm_source=openai))

🐾 Surf City Bark Park

Also located at 201 Community Center Drive, this off‑leash dog park features separate areas for small and large dogs, water stations, and safe fenced spaces—offering Boca Bay dog‑owners a dedicated spot just within the neighborhood. ([surfcitync.gov](https://www.surfcitync.gov/2416/Parks?utm_source=openai))

� frisbee Surf City Disc Golf Course

Tucked at 102 H2O Place, the 9‑hole public disc golf course provides a fun, sporty twist for locals in Boca Bay, complete with public parking and accessible scorecards to guide your round. ([surfcitync.gov](https://www.surfcitync.gov/2416/Parks?utm_source=openai))

A Surf City Neighborhood

This September in Boca Bay

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

September 11, 2026

Movies in the Park – Moana

Soundside Park • All Day / Sundown

A free outdoor screening of Moana under the stars at Soundside Park, perfect for families in Boca Bay or Surf City looking for a relaxed evening of entertainment close to home.

September 12, 2026

Paddle for Troops Competitive & Fun SUP Race

Sears Landing Grill & Boat Docks • 10:00 AM (various race start times)

A paddleboarding event right in Surf City featuring races, live entertainment, auctions, and food—ideal for active residents and families enjoying waterfront fun with a charitable angle.

September 19, 2026

DRIVEN: The Art of the Car®

ArtExposure Gallery, Hampstead, NC • 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

A one‑day exhibition blending automotive design and fine art, with outdoor car displays and indoor art—great for art and car enthusiasts living near Boca Bay seeking a cultural outing just a short drive away.

September 17, 2026

Fall Concert – The Dust Parade

Dees Park, Burgaw • 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

An evening fall concert featuring The Dust Parade with lawn‑chair friendly vibes and a beer garden—perfect for Surf City residents looking for live music within the region.

September 26, 2026

Live Music at Marina Joes – The Chicago Joe Blues Band

Marina Joes, Surf City • 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Local residents can enjoy live blues music by the water at Marina Joes—a casual, close‑by night out with food, drinks, and island atmosphere.

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