Holidays On Water

Details:

Mark your calendars, Downtown Wilmington is lighting up for the holiday season! With lighting displays and festive drone shows scheduled throughout December, Drone shows will take place every Saturday in December 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 7:30 p.m.

We encourage all downtown businesses to take advantage of the holiday atmosphere by extending your hours, decorate storefronts, and planning special promotions to welcome the increased foot traffic.

Let’s work together to make this a season to remember for our community and visitors alike!

Events:

Meet Santa and The Grinch
When: 11/28/2025 – 12/21/2025
Santa:
* Friday 11/28: 11am–4pm
* Saturday 11/29: 12pm–4pm
* Sunday 11/30: 1pm–4pm
* Thursday 12/4: 5pm–8pm
* Saturday 12/6: 12pm–4pm
* Sunday 12/7: 1pm–4pm
* Saturday 12/13: 12pm–4pm
* Sunday 12/14: 1pm–4pm
* Saturday 12/20: 12pm–4pm
* Sunday 12/21: 1pm–4pm
Grinch:
* Thursday 12/4: 5pm–8pm
* Saturday 12/6: 1pm–4pm
* Saturday 12/13: 1pm–4pm
* Saturday 12/20: 1pm–4pm
Where: The Cotton Exchange, 310 Grace St.

For other information or announcements click here to learn more.

Ebenezer A Musical Christmas Carol
When: Friday December 12, 2025 – Sunday December 21, 2025
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Main Stage at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut St.
For more information click here

Beer Barrio’s Christmas Carol’s
When: December 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24.
Time: 5:30, 6:30, 7:30, 8:30
Where: Beer Barrio, 34 N Front St.
Tickets must be purchased online and in advance. Click here to purchase your tickets.

Palates Christmas Market
When: December 20
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Palate Bottle Shop and Garden, 1007 N 4th St
For more information click here.

Disney The Muppets Christmas Carol Live in Concert
When: December 20
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Where: The Wilson Center,703 N 3rd St.
For More Information click here.

Bourgie Nights Christmas Jazz Show
When: December 21
Time 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Bourgie Nights, 127 Princess St.
For more information click here.