Live Music in Wilmington NC October 2013

Wilmington NC presents live music and entertainment at concerts, festivals and local restaurants this October 2013!

 

California Roots - The Carolina Sessions, Ras-Tober Festival, Modern Rock Fest and Grooves in the Grove invite you to enjoy live music in Wilmington, North Carolina this October 2013! Plus, popular local restaurants and bars will welcome your favorite local musicians and incredible artists from across the country! Enjoy live music and entertainment all month long with family and friends. Check out our list of upcoming live music events listed below and get your event tickets today!


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Featured Live Music Events in Wilmington - October 2013:

Ras-Tober Festival
October 17, 2013
Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews presents the 2nd Annual Ras-Tober Festival on Thursday, October 27, 2013 at 7PM! This Wilmington event features D.H.I.M., Signal Fire, Music by DJ Rusty and Special Guests! The doors open at 7PM and the show will begin at 8PM. Tickets are only $7 each!

Grooves in the Grove: South of K
October 20, 2013
South of K is an acoustic band with close ties to Kure Beach, NC. Experience "friendship manifested in music" at this FREE Wilmington event! Bring a blanket or chair to Poplar Grove Plantation and enjoy the concert! Coolers are welcome. Call 910-686-9518 for more information.

Modern Rock Fest 2013
October 25, 2013 at 5:00PM
Modern Rock 98.7 Presents Modern Rock Fest this October 2013! Cage The Elephant and special guests Paper Tongues and The Features will perform live in Wilmington, NC at Legion Stadium on October 25, 2013. Tickets are $25 in advance. Click here to purchase your tickets today.

California Roots - The Carolina Sessions
October 26, 2013
California Roots has become a household name for reggae-rock lovers on the West Coast and beyond over the last four years. Now, the producers of the West Coast festival are bringing the show across the country to Wilmington, North Carolina on October 26, 2013 at Battleship Park. This event will be the first of its kind on the East Coast and the producers are bringing an impressive lineup featuring SOJA, The Dirty Heads, Tribal Seeds, Passafire, The Movement, Mike Pinto, Ballyhoo!, Natty Vibes, Fear Nuttin Band and more! Call 910-343-1000 for ticket information.

Live Music in Wilmington NC October 2013: 

October 17, 2013
We The Kings - Kenan Auditorium | 601 So. College Road | 910-962-3500

October 18, 2013
End of the Line - Fermental | 7250B Market Street | 910-821-0362

October 19, 2013
Adagio For Strings - Kenan Auditorium | 601 So. College Road | 910-962-3500
Dark Horse - Reel Cafe | 100 S. Front Street | 910-241-1832
The Malpass Brothers - Thalian Hall | 310 Chestnut Street | 910-632-2285
Cross Creek - Fermental | 7250B Market Street | 910-821-0362

October 20, 2013
Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra Halloween Matinee - Kenan Auditorium | 910-962-3500

October 21, 2013
Willie Nelson and Friends - Odell Williamson Auditorium | 50 College Road NW | 910-755-7416

October 23, 2013
Rock for the Cure: The School Boys -  Reel Cafe | 100 S. Front Street | 910-241-1832

October 24, 2013
Linda Mitchell -  Fermental | 7250B Market Street | 910-821-0362

October 25, 2013
Kyle Lindley - Fermental | 7250B Market Street | 910-821-0362

October 26, 2013
Jeremy Norris and the Buckshot Band - Reel Cafe | 100 S. Front Street | 910-241-1832
Chasing Opal - Fermental | 7250B Market Street | 910-821-0362

October 31, 2013
Halloween Celebration with Upstarts & Rogues - Fermental | 7250B Market Street | 910-821-0362

Danielle Snyder
Wilmington NC Events

Halloween 2013 Events in Wilmington North Carolina

Celebrate Halloween in Wilmington, North Carolina with haunted houses, haunted pub crawls, ghost tours, horror shows and trick or treat adventures!

Wilmington, North Carolina haunted attractions bring your worst nightmares to life right before your eyes! Confront all of your phobias at Panic Attack Haunted Attraction, tread upon the unmarked graves of thieves on a Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington and listen to haunted tales of the Cape Fear region at TheatreNOW's Fright Nights.

Once you have confronted your deepest fears, plan a Halloween adventure for the entire family! Trick
or Treat Under the Sea at Fort Fisher Aquarium, tour the Haunted Barn on a Halloween Ghost Trolley Tour and enjoy games, activities, and trick or treating at Batty Battleship's Halloween Bash!

Get your costume ready for a month full of exciting and scary Halloween events in Wilmington, North Carolina! Visiting from out of town? Make reservations today at one of these Wilmington hotels!

2013 Halloween Events in Wilmington North Carolina:

Panic Attack Haunted Attraction in Wilmington NC
September 27 & 28, 2013
October 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31, 2013
The largest, most elaborate, scariest, wildest, bloodiest, most intense haunted house the Cape Fear region has ever seen! Panic Attack Haunted Attraction is your worst nightmare come to life. Hollywood-quality special effects, elaborate sets, and terrifying live actors will without a doubt scare you and exploit your deepest fears. The shocking and twisted journey through the Panic Attack Haunted Attraction is like a bad dream gone worse that sends you into a blood-curdling, psychological massacre of fears, phobias, and haunts. Call 919-578-3327 for more information.

Haunted Pub Crawl
September & October 2013
Wednesday - Saturday at 7:30PM
Hoist a pint or three inside the bowels of old Wilmington’s most actively haunted pubs. Hear eerie tales that will both shiver ye timbers & make ye laugh so hard ye’ll swab the decks. From the disreputable obsession of the merry wench Gallus Meg to the barbarous haunts of a notorious madman, ye’ll be beggin’ to be keelhauled before it’s all over. Aargh! This unique 2.5-hour adventure is closed to ye cabin boys & girls so in order to touch this booty ye must be 21 or older & prove it. Call 910-794-1866 for more information.

Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington
September & October 2013
Nightly at 6:30PM & 8:30PM
Join us as we traverse 275-year old alleyways littered with the spiritual debris of privateers and cutthroats. Stroll beneath a canopy of centuries old live oaks, their cryptic limbs dripping with Spanish moss, and hear tales of murder and mayhem. And if you dare, tread upon the unmarked graves of thieves, murderers and other less pitiful souls. Hear tales past and present, including the most recent encounters with these spirits (many of which have occurred during past tours). Call 910-794-1866 for more information.

Fright Night at TheatreNOW
October 4 - November 2, 2013
Doors Open at 6PM, Show starts at 7PM
Haunted tales of the Cape Fear region come to life with a creepy retelling. Inspired by tales of the Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington and classic horror movies everywhere. This show is not recommended for younger children. The Fright Night Menu features Halloween courses including Brains & Eyeballs Meatballs, Zombie Chicken, Frankenfish Salmon and more! Call 910-399-3669 for ticket information and menu details.

Trick or Treat Under the Sea at Fort Fisher Aquarium
October 24 & 25, 2013 from 5PM - 8:30PM
During the aquatic-themed festival guests are invited to dress in costume (no masks for adults, please) and prowl the Aquarium for spooky good times. Expect shrieks of delight during Halloween-themed games. Even zombies will giggle with delight at the roving performers and two magic shows per night. Scary divers lurk among the sharks in the Cape Fear Shoals. Brave souls find an extra thrill exploring the haunted gardens and meeting live animals. Those gnawed by hunger can dine at the Sharkbites snack bar on the outdoor deck. Call 800-832-3474 and select Fort Fisher Aquarium for more information.

Kooky Spooky JamBooRead
October 25, 2013 from 4:30PM-7:30PM
Enjoy some fall festivities at the Children's Museum of Wilmington! We will be having literacy-based fun fall games!  Enjoy stations like: Pumpkin bowling, Pumpkin bean bag toss, Pumpkin mini golf, Pumpkin ring toss, Halloween bingo and slime making! Guess how many pumpkin seeds and win a FREE membership! Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and get ready to have lots of fun! FREE for Members! Only $3 for Non-Members! Call 910-254-3534 for more information.

Halloween Ghost Trolley Tours
October 25, 26, 30 & 31, 2013 from 6PM - 9PM
Listen to ghost stories tailored for young children, and experience the "Haunted Barn"!  Let your little ones enjoy Halloween the way it used to be. Tour meets at Market & Water Streets in downtown Wilmington.  $12.00 per adult, $5.00 per child under 12.  Free treats for children. No reservation required. Call 910-251-8889 for more information.

Double Decker Halloween Party and Costume Contest
October 25 & 26, 2013
The London-style double decker Wilmington Red Bus returns Halloween weekend for two spooktacular nights. The Halloween themed bar tour and costume contest is the only of its kind in the area and features four popular Wilmington pubs: Hell's Kitchen, Half Time Sports Bar, Courts & Sports and Banks Channel. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Make A Wish of Eastern North Carolina. Each tour accommodates up to 70 guests for a night on the town 'london-style' and other benefits include free cover, $2 beer, $2 shots, prizes, give-a-ways and a costume contest for cash! Call 910-264-4343 for more information!

Batty Battleship’s Halloween Bash
October 29, 2013 from 5:30PM - 8PM
Bring your little ghouls and goblins to the Battleship to go trick-or-treating! Fun games, activities, henna tattoos, & storytelling is all part of the Halloween fun. Batty Battleship is perfect for the little ones and families! Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes. Bring your camera! $5 per person (including adults). Children 2 & under are free.

The Rocky Horror Show at Thalian Hall
October 30 & 31, 2013
The Rocky Horror Show is a musical with music, lyrics and a book by Richard O'Brien. A humorous tribute to the science fiction and horror B movies of the late 1940s through early 1970s, the musical tells the story of a newly engaged couple getting caught in a storm and coming to the home of a mad transvestite scientist unveiling his new creation, a muscle man named Rocky Horror. Call 910-632-2285 for ticket information.

Danielle Snyder
Wilmington NC Events

Wilmington North Carolina September 2013 Events

Wilmington NC September 2013 events feature live music at Brooklyn Arts Center, theatrical performances at Thalian Hall, the 2013 Wilmington YMCA triathlon, the Carolina Beach Pier Flatfish Tournament and more!

Visit Wilmington, North Carolina this September 2013 to enjoy the following upcoming events! Check out local food and crafts at the Carolina Beach Farmer's Market, enjoy live performances at popular Wilmington music venues, compete in a Wilmington fishing tournament and more!

Visiting from out of town? Call one of our Wilmington hotel partners to make your hotel reservations today! We look forward to seeing you at these exciting Wilmington events!

Wilmington NC September 2013 Events:

ARTblast! in Wilmington NC
September 4 - 8, 2013
An explosion of skillful performances in the genres of theater, film, literature, music, dance, and art. A celebration of talent spread out over a five day period. An opportunity to open yourself to various talents in multiple familiar, or possibly unfamiliar, locations.

Carolina Beach Farmer's Market
September 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2013
Visit this Wilmington Farmer's Market Saturdays through September 28, 2013 for an abundant selection of fresh and local fruits and vegetables, dairy products, wines, meats, baked goods and natural soaps while listening to live music at the Carolina Beach Farmer’s Market. Located on the shores of the lake, the market is open Saturdays, 8AM - 1PM. In addition, a selection of artists and crafters have their handmade items available each week on a rotating basis. This Wilmington event is pet friendly!

Jazz at the Mansion
September 12, 2013 from 6:30 - 8:30PM
The rained out El Jaye Johnson & The Port City All-Stars will return to perform September 12 at 6:30PM! Bring blankets or chairs to Bellamy Mansion and enjoy this summer concert on the lawn! Tickets are $12 general admission, $10 for members, & $5 for students. Call 910-251-3700 for additional information.

Rogers & Hammerstein's Cinderella at Thalian Hall
September 13 - 22, 2013
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. The Enchanted Edition is an adaptation for the stage based on the 1997 television revival, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother. This version, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, is sure to make the hearts of children and adults alike soar when the slipper fits.

Matisyahu at Brooklyn Arts Center
September 16, 2013 at 7PM
Progressive Music Group and HUKA Entertainment present Matisyahu with Magic at the Brooklyn Arts Center in Wilmington, North Carolina. Doors open at 7PM and show starts at 8PM. Tickets are $25 (Floor) and $30 (Balcony) if you reserve them in advance. On the day of the show, tickets are $30 (Floor) and $35 (Balcony). Call 910-538-2939 to get your Matisyahu tickets today! Don't miss this incredible 2013 Summer Tour!

Mary Wilson of the Supremes
September 19, 2013 at 7PM
During the 1960s, vocal powerhouse Mary Wilson of The Supremes helped garner an unequaled record of number one hits by a female group. While Wilson is best known as an original member of the world’s most famous female trio, the legendary singer’s career did not stop there, as she continues to move on to new heights. Joined on stage by UNCW musicians, her performance at Kenan Auditorium will feature hits from The Supremes’ heyday, as well as more recent songs, creating a unique blend of classic and contemporary music.

Wilmington YMCA Triathlon 2013
September 21, 2013 at 7AM
Maus Warick Matthews & Company presents the Wilmington YMCA Triathlon this September 2013! Athletes will compete in a 1500 Swim, 12 Mile Bike, and 5K Run at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Visit Wilmington to participate in this exciting outdoor event! Cheer on your favorite athlete or sign up to compete in Wilmington.

Carolina Beach Pier Flatfish Tournament
September 22, 2013
SEKMC presents the Carolina Beach Pier Flatfish Tournament! This Wilmington fishing tournament is $20 for members, $30 for non-members. 1st place 60%, 2nd place 40%, and TWT $10, extra 100% payout. For more information, call 910-538-0115. Visit Wilmington this September 2013 to compete in this Carolina Beach Pier Flatfish Tournament!

Big Boi at Brooklyn Arts Center
September 26, 2013
Catch the Big Boi of Outkast Vicious Lies and Dangerous Rumors Tour at Brooklyn Arts Center in Wilmington, NC! A 20-year career as a Hip Hop artist is rare. A 20-year career as a Hip Hop artist who gets better with every album is unheard of. But in the case of Antwan "Big Boi" Patton, it's no surprise. Call 910-538-2939 to get your tickets today!

Battleship Alive - USS North Carolina
September 28, 2013 from 8AM - 5PM
Watch and interact with World War II living history interpreters as they bring the Ship to life by re-enacting daily duties and drills. Free with regular Battleship admission. Please call 910-251-5797 for more information.

Wilmington NC Events  
Danielle Snyder

Wilmington NC August 2013 Events

Wilmington NC August 2013 events include Wilmington Hammerheads soccer games, Wilmington concerts, free fireworks, theatrical performances, Wilmington festivals, and the Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic!

Visit Wilmington in August 2013 to experience popular annual events, Wilmington festivals, free concerts, free fireworks, and more! Visitors will enjoy Wilmington sports, Wilmington surfing competitions, and live music this August 2013.

Visiting from out of town? Enjoy discount hotel rates and incredible package offers from our local hotel partners!

August 2013 Wilmington NC Events:

Wilmington Hammerheads Soccer Games
August 2, 9, 14, & 17, 2013
Cheer on the Wilmington Hammerheads soccer team at Legion Stadium this August 2013! The Wilmington Hammerheads will challenge opponents including Charleston, Dayton, Pittsburgh, and Antigua this month. Get your tickets today so that you can enjoy these Wilmington events with family and friends. Call 910-777-2111 for ticket information!

Downtown Sundown Concert Series
August 2, 2013 - Ill Communication with Wrong Way
August 9, 2013 - On The Border: Ultimate Eagles Tribute
August 16, 2013 - The Waiting: A Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
August 23, 2013 - Draw The Line: The Endorsed Aerosmith Tribute Show
August 30, 2013 - Departure: The Journey Tribute Band
The 8th Annual Downtown Sundown Concert Series continues this August 2013. Visit Riverfront Park to enjoy live music from a variety of original and cover bands, both local and regional. Beer, wine and food are available for purchase during the performances. The event takes place either rain or shine. 

Fireworks by the Sea in Wilmington NC
August 8, 2013 - Bibis Ellison Band
August 15, 2013 - The Cut
August 22, 2013 - Billy Walton Band
August 30, 2013 - 40 East
Enjoy FREE fireworks by the sea on the beach near Carolina Beach Boardwalk at sunset every Thursday night during the Summer Months! The fireworks and gazebo entertainment are free and open to all, weather permitting. Fireworks begin at 9PM and gazebo entertainment begins at 6:30PM. Call 910-458-8434 for ticket information.

Big Dawn Productions presents: 'night, Mother
August 8-11, 15-18, 22-25, 2013
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize. This eloquent, enthralling and ultimately shattering play explores the final hour in the life of a young woman who has decided that life is no longer worth living. Call 910-367-5237 for ticket information.

Free Summer Concert Series in Kure Beach
August 9, 2013 - South of K
August 23, 2013 - Mako Band
August 29, 2013 - Spare Change
Summertime at the beach is all about sun, sand, waves, seafood and MUSIC! Enjoy this FREE Summer Concert Series held at the Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area in Kure Beach. Bring blankets and chairs for the whole family and prepare to boogie the night away! Call 910-458-8434 for more information.

Mud Day at The Children's Museum of Wilmington
August 9 - 10, 2013
Visit The Children's Museum of Wilmington for their annual Mud Day event! Guests will enjoy a day full of the messiest fun you can imagine! Explore Magic Mud, a substance with properties of both a solid and a liquid at the same time, make mud pies, give yourself a mud mask, and just play in the mud! Wear a bathing suit or old clothes for this exciting Wilmington event! Call 910-254-3534 for more information.

Port City RibFest
August 9 - 11, 2013
The inaugural Carolina Farmin' Port City Ribfest will take place August 9 - 11, 2013! This Wilmington festival will take place adjacent to the majestic USS North Carolina Battleship on the banks of the Cape Fear River in Wilmington, NC. National BBQ teams from across the country will come to Wilmington to sell their BBQ and compete against each other to win the title 'Grand Champion'. Many of these 'Ribbers' have been featured on several national TV networks including the Food Channel and TLC and Discovery Channel's 'BBQ Pitmaster's'. Call 336-707-9188 for more information.

Thalian Hall presents Oklahoma!
August 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, & 18, 2013
When Oklahoma! premiered, it was revolutionary. It launched a new era in American musicals and began the most successful songwriting partnership in Broadway history. Set in the Oklahoma Territory in 1906, it tells the story of Laurey, a headstrong farm girl, who is courted by two very different men. Laurey's friend, Ado Annie, is also torn between two men: the charming Will Parker, who is trying to earn the $50 Annie's father says he needs to marry her, and the Persian peddler man. Get your tickets today to watch this story unfold on stage! Call 910-632-2285 for ticket information.

USS North Carolina Legacy Series: Blue & Gray North Carolinas
August 10, 2013 from 9AM - 4PM
Carolina Living History Guild members will set up displays that highlight the history of the USS North Carolina and the CSS North Carolina during the American Civil War. Displays will include steam engineering, ironclad ship construction, navigation, small arms of the US and CS navies, and the 'arts of the sailor'. Visitors will be able to view reproductions of period small arms and working models of steam engines, as well as many other items. Call 910-251-5797 for more details.

Ballin By The Beach Basketball Tournament
August 10 - 11, 2013
The 2013 Ballin By The Beach Basketball Tournament is scheduled for August 10 - 11, 2013 at Veterans Park! There will be a $1000 prize for the winner of the Elite Mens Division and prizes for all the winning teams. There are divisions for all ages and skill levels. A percentage of proceeds will benefit Halo Sports Youth Leagues.

Free Movies at Carolina Beach Lake
August 11, 2013 - Hotel Transylvania
August 18, 2013 - Here Comes The Boom
August 25, 2013 - Beach Blanket Bingo
Enjoy FREE Movies by the Lake this summer 2013 in Wilmington, North Carolina. Bring your chairs and find a spot on the lawn where the whole family can enjoy newly released movies. This is a true summertime treat for adults and kids alike. Call 910-458-8434 for more information.

Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic 2013
August 17 - 18, 2013
The Wrightsville Beach Wahine Classic will continue a beloved Wrightsville Beach surfing tradition. Returning to the south end of Wrightsville Beach, co-hosts Jo Pickett and Jack Viorel are combining skills and resources to provide this forum for all levels of female surfers from amateur to pro, novice to experienced. Call 910-465-9638 for more information.

Danielle Snyder
Wilmington NC Events

July Fourth Fireworks and Celebrations in Wilmington NC

Wilmington NC July Fourth Celebrations feature fireworks, music, cruises, and more at popular Wilmington attractions including the USS North Carolina Battleship, the Children's Museum of Wilmington, Henrietta III, and Riverfront Park.

Celebrate July Fourth 2013 in Wilmington, North Carolina with free fireworks, free music, cruises, beach entertainment and more. The USS North Carolina will host their annual Battleship Blast which promises a spectacular Wilmington fireworks show. Celebrate with family and friends in this coastal city this July 2013.

Visiting from out of town for July 4th Celebrations? Stay with one of our Wilmington hotel partners! We look forward to celebrating this special holiday with you in Wilmington, North Carolina!

July 4th Celebrations in Wilmington NC

2013 Fireworks by The Sea
July 3, 2013 from 6:30PM - 9:30PM
The 2013 Fireworks by The Sea Independence Celebration will take place on Wednesday, July 3, 2013. Enjoy FREE fireworks by the sea on the beach near the Carolina Beach Boardwalk at sunset. The fireworks and gazebo entertainment are free and open to all. 

17th Annual Battleship Blast
July 4, 2013 at 9:05PM
The Battleship North Carolina will present the 2013 17th Annual Battleship Blast Fireworks on July 4, 2013 at 9:05PM. The celebration will not disappoint and at 9:05PM the fireworks display will light up the skies of Wilmington. Best view of amazing pyro technics is from downtown Wilmington as the entire Battleship complex on Eagles Island will be closed at 6PM. Arrive early to visit the equally impressive Battleship North Carolina before the activities in the evening.

4th of July Riverfront Celebration
July 4, 2013
Celebrate July 4th in Wilmington NC at the Riverfront Celebration along Water Street. Enjoy food and entertainment from 5PM - 9PM and a spectacular fireworks show at 9:05PM. Heart & Soul will provide the music entertainment in Riverfront Park. Call 910-341-7800 for more information.

Independence Day Celebration at the Children's Museum of Wilmington
July 4, 2013 from 5-8PM
Celebrate Independence Day at the Children's Museum of Wilmington with an Air Rocket Challenge, Sharpie Fireworks, Sound Sandwich noisemakers and soda explosions! Admission is 1/2 off for immediate family of military personnel who show their ID. Call 910-254-3534 for more information.

Independence Day Music in the Park
July 4, 2013 from 4-7PM
Enjoy FREE, live music at Ocean Front Park and Pavilion on July 4, 2013. Bring a beach chair or blanket and relax with family and friends at this exciting holiday event. Call 910-458-8216 for more information.

4th of July Boardwalk Blast
July 4, 2013
Celebrate Independence Day with Funk Orchestra at Carolina Beach Boardwalk at sunset. Enjoy free Funkadelic Fun music entertainment with family and friends.

4th of July Cruise 2013
July 4, 2013 - Cruise from 6:30 - 9PM | Dockside from 9 - 9:30PM
Cruise aboard North Carolina's Largest Riverboat to celebrate Independence Day this July 2013. Enjoy a delicious July 4th Buffet Dinner aboard Henrietta III featuring chicken, pork, green beans, baked beans, cole slaw, dessert, tea, coffee, and more! Call 910-343-1611 to get your tickets today!

Danielle Snyder
Wilmington NC Events

Wilmington North Carolina June 2013 Events

Wilmington NC presents free live music, Wilmington sports, Wilmington Farmers Markets, craft fairs, and more this June 2013!

June 2013 promises a month full of exciting Wilmington North Carolina events. Enjoy free live music at local beaches and riverfront parks, the Shakespeare on the Green Festival, Hammerheads Soccer, Sharks Baseball, and free fireworks by the sea!

Visiting Wilmington from out of town this June 2013? Reserve hotel packages at Staybridge Suites Wilmington or Holiday Inn Wilmington so that you can enjoy Wilmington's favorite attractions during your stay!

June 2013 Wilmington NC Events:

Wilmington Farmers Markets
June 2013
Wilmington NC features a variety of local Farmers Markets that offer unique opportunities for Wilmington residents and North Carolina visitors to enjoy fresh, locally grown produce. Visit Carolina Beach Farmers Market, Wrightsville Beach Farmers Market, and Riverfront Farmers Market this June 2013 to enjoy fruits, vegetables, meats, crafts, wines, and more!

Boogie In The Park - Wilmington NC
June 9, 2013 - The Casserole
June 16, 2013 - Two Cents Worth
Spend your Sunday evenings this summer enjoying free, live music by the sea. The Town of Kure Beach will be hosting Boogie In The Park every Sunday from 4PM - 7PM. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and your boogies shoes as you head down to Kure Beach Ocean Front Park for some family-friendly entertainment. Call 910-458-8216 for more information.

Shakespeare on the Green Festival
June 10 - 13, 2013
Wilmington NC presents the 2013 Shakespeare on the Green Festival! Come early, picnic on the green or enjoy a snack from our concession while enjoying Wilmington's annual free-to-the-public Shakespeare on the Green festival. This year's production is "Measure for Measure". Enjoy this free Wilmington event with family and friends! Check out www.capefearshakespeare.com for more information.

Wilmington Sharks Baseball Games
June 13, 15, 16 ,18, 20, 22, 25, 26, & 29, 2013
The Wilmington Sharks Baseball 2013 season is well underway! Cheer on your local baseball team and enjoy special promotions all month long! Enjoy Firefighter Appreciation Night, Big Splash at the Ballpark, Rita's Italian Ice Night, and more! Call 910-343-5621 or more information.

2013 Fireworks by the Sea in Wilmington NC
June 13, 2013 - Mark Roberts Band
June 20, 2013 - Daniel Parrish Band
June 27, 2013 - Mako Band
Carolina Beach Boardwalk presents FREE fireworks by the sea during the summer months! Enjoy fireworks and gazebo entertainment with friends and family this summer season. Gazebo entertainment begins at 6:30PM and the fireworks start at 9PM. Arrive early to grab a seat at the gazebo or on the beach.

2013 Kure Beach Free Summer Concert Series
June 14, 2013 - Eastbound
June 28, 2013 - Jam Sandwich
The Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area in Kure Beach is hosting a free concert series this 2013 summer season. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner so that you can enjoy dinner with live music for free! The Fort Fisher Military Recreation Area asks visitors not to bring pets or beverages to this event. There will be beverages available for sale.

Les Miserables
June 14 - 16, 2013
Thalian Hall presents this classic performance set in early 19th century France! This story of Jean Valjean and his quest for redemption after serving nineteen years in jail for having stolen a loaf of bread for his starving sister's child will leave you with chills. Contact 910-632-2285 for ticket information.

Downtown Sundown Concert Series
June 14, 2013 - 20 Ride: America's #1 Zac Brown Tribute
June 21, 2013 - The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
June 28, 2013 - The Breakfast Club: America's Favorite 80's Tribute Band
The eighth annual Downtown Sundown Concert Series will take place each Friday evening from May - August at Riverfront Park. Enjoy some of your favorite local and regional bands, beer, wine, and food! Make plans today to enjoy these exciting musicians this June 2013 at the Downtown Sundown Concert Series.

Wilmington Hammerheads
June 15, 2013 - Hammerheads vs NY Red Bulls Reserve
June 22, 2013 - Hammerheads vs Charlotte Eagles
Catch the Wilmington Hammerheads soccer team challenging opponents at home this June 2013. Join Sledge the mascot as you cheer on your favorite players with family and friends at Legion Stadium. Call 910-777-2111 for ticket information.

Summer Solstice Artisan Fair
June 22, 2013
Cumulus Wilmington (WAAV, WGNI, WKXS, WMNX, WWQQ) along with their partners are pleased to present the first annual Summer Solstice Artisan Fair on June 22, 2013 in the beautiful Riverfront Park located in downtown Wilmington. The Summer Solstice Artisan Fair is a celebration of not only the first day of summer, but all the beauty, talent, and energy of the entire Cape Fear Region.

Danielle Snyder
Wilmington NC Events 

Wilmington NC May 2013 Events

Wilmington NC May Events feature the Cape Fear Comedy Festival, Mother's Day events, Memorial Day events, the Seaside Soccer Classic, and more!

From comedy shows to soccer games to emotional Memorial Day observances, Wilmington NC is the place to be this May 2013! Take a look at the exciting upcoming events listed below and mark your calendar so that you can join us at these Wilmington events.

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Wilmington NC May 2013 Events:

Cape Fear Comedy Festival
May 1 - 4, 2013
The 2013 Cape Fear Comedy Festival is a four day, independently run live comedy festival in Wilmington, North Carolina. Enjoy 65 comedians in 35 shows over the course of the 4 day festival. This exciting Wilmington event is just minutes from the beach! Visiting from out of town? Click here for Comedy Festival Hotel Rates from the Holiday Inn Wilmington hotel.

Wilmington Hammerheads present Superhero Night
May 3, 2013 at 7:30PM
Dress up as your favorite superhero for the Wilmington Hammerheads soccer game against the Richmond Kickers. Choose your favorite action / cartoon hero or a hometown hero! Celebrate the services of your local firefighters, police officers, and EMS personnel. Also, celebrate the release of locally filmed Iron Man 3! Purchase tickets today.

River to the Sea Bikeway
May 4, 2013 at 8AM
River to the Sea Bikeway is a casual-paced ride from downtown Wilmington to Wrightsville Beach on Wilmington's River to Sea Bicycle Route. Refreshments and drawing for prizes will be at Wrightsville Beach after the race. Register at 8AM to ride! Call 910-341-3258 for more information.

Poplar Grove's Farmer's Market in Wilmington NC
Now - November 27, 2013 | Wednesdays from 8AM - 1PM
'Get to know your farmer, your baker, your plant grower and your art & craft maker!' Interact with the people growing, catching, baking and producing your food in the local Wilmington area. Shop for fresh produce, landscape & bedding plants, herbs, baked goods, and the best handmade art & craft items in the area. Enjoy the beauty of Poplar Grove Plantation and free parking. Click here for additional information.

Battleship Splash in Wilmington NC
May 4, 2013 from 10AM - 4PM
Visit Battleship Park on Saturday, May 4th for an exciting day of DockDiving, vendors, food, contests, demonstrations, music, and more! There will be a wide range of vendors, excellent BBQ, games, raffles, and more! Email jump@battleshipsplash.com for more information.

Cape Fear Disabled Sportsman's Tournament
May 10, 2013 at 8AM
Every year, the Got-Em-On Live Bait Club provides a great day of fishing to people of all ages and with all types of disabilities at the Kure Beach Fishing Pier. The tournament provides everything they will need from bait, rods and tackle to breakfast, lunch and awards! Plus, each participant goes home with a goodie bag! Call 910-368-7077 for more information.

Mother's Day Cruise in Wilmington NC
May 12, 2013
Celebrate Mother's Day on Wilmington Water Tours' 1.5 hour Mother's Day Dessert Cruise! Choose the 1PM cruise or the 2PM cruise and enjoy a variety of desserts during your narrated cruise. Tickets are $25 per person. Contact Wilmington Water Tours at 910-338-3134 to book your Mother's Day Cruise today!

20th Annual Seaside Soccer Classic in Wilmington NC
May 18 & 19, 2013
All youth soccer teams from around the region are invited to participate in the 20th Annual Seaside Soccer Classic Tournament! 2013 marks the 20th birthday of this annual Wilmington soccer tournament which features some of the best soccer teams in the region. Enjoy the opportunity to watch excellent soccer in a friendly environment, enjoy the beach and family atmosphere.

Wilmington Wine and Food Festival
May 19, 2013
The Inaugural Wilmington Wine & Food Festival will bring together top area chefs with notable wines and wine makers from around the world to celebrate and advance public appreciate for great wine and food. The festival will provide a diverse range of interactive epicurean experiences while showcasing the area's unique and rich culture and history. Sample over 100 different wines and scrumptious bites from many of the best locally owned and operated restaurants!

Fireworks by the Sea in Carolina Beach
May 24, 2013 - Drew Smith Band
May 30, 2013 - Radio Flyer
Summertime in Wilmington brings FREE fireworks by the sea! Enjoy free fireworks and gazebo entertainment this May, June, July and August at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk! Gazebo entertainment begins at 6:30PM and fireworks begin at 9PM. Arrive early to grab your spot at the gazebo or on the beach! Call 910-458-8434 for more information.

Memorial Day Observance at the USS North Carolina
May 27, 2013
People of all generations from across the State will gather together on the deck of the Battleship to pay their respects this Memorial Day 2013. An emotional ceremony, preceding and concluding with military musical arrangements provided by the 440th NC Army National Guard Band, and a 21-gun salute. The public is invited to attend this free event! Call 910-251-5797 for more information.

Danielle Snyder
Wilmington NC Events