Events For The Whole Family To Enjoy
Looking to support local art? Stop by a pop-up market in the cargo district. Haven’t been to a musical in a while? Get tickets for a thrilling performance at Thalian Hall. Looking to rock it out? Visit Live Oak Bank Pavilion, our new Live Nation concert venue. You don’t want to miss out. Our Downtown has it all.
Upcoming Events
Create Waves
Enjoy an eventful sunset cruise on the water!
Uptilt Film Fest
Jengo's Playhouse is hosting the 6th annual Uptilt Film Fest May 20-22!
Plant Palooza
Waterline Brewing has teamed up with Emtentions and Downtown ILM to host the first ever Plant Palooza!
Local Vintage Fashion Show & Pop-Up Market
Flytrap Brewing will be hosting a local vintage Fashion Show & Pop-Up Market on Sunday, May 22.
Fourth Friday Gallery
Fourth Friday Gallery Nights, an after-hours celebration of art and culture held 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM on the fourth Friday of each month!
New Art Exhibition
A new art exhibition “A bit of this, A bit of that” from local pastel artist Terri Moore will take place at the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens.
Mark Koenig Book Signing
Book signing and reception for Mark Koenig's new book, The Wilmington, Brunswick and Southern Railroad on Saturday, May 28, 2022, from 1 - 3 PM at the Wilmington Railroad Museum.
The 26th Annual Orange Street ArtsFest (OSAF)
Come downtown for the 26th Annual Orange Street ArtsFest!
Wilmington Wellness Round Up
Waterline Brewing Company is hosting a collection of Wilmington's health and wellness focused brands, as well as a food truck and live music!
Dierks Bentley – Live Oak Bank Pavilion
Dierks Bentley: Beers On Me Tour 2022 will perform at Live Oak Bank Pavilion Friday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Around the World: WARM Gala
Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry (WARM) is hosting the 'Around the World' Gala featuring live music by Port City Shakedown, food, drinks, a photo booth, and a live and silent auction.
Mark Bryan (Of Hootie & the Blowfish)
Mark Bryan (Of Hootie & the Blowfish) will perform from 6 to 10 p.m. on June 11 at Reel Cafe.
Burgwin-Wright House Summer Market
Stop by the Burgwin-Wright House's local summer market!
Father’s Day Pop Up Market
Local artisan market in the South Front District to get all of your father's day shopping from the area's finest artisans and producers.
Adult Pride Prom
Join many for a night of dancing, drinks, and fun to support the LGBTQ Center of the Cape Fear Coast!