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- 🗓️ Wilmington Events 10/16 - 10/19 2025
🗓️ Wilmington Events 10/16 - 10/19 2025
Helicopter Candy Drops, The Southeast's Largest Festival, Workshops and More!
Megan Rowe
October 16, 2025
🚨📆 We just made some huge updates to the Plan Ahead section at the bottom with lots of discount codes!
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Top 3 Events this Weekend
 | Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival(Fri & Sat ) The largest Beer and Wine Festival in the Southeast is back for it’s 18th year benefitting the Carousal Center & we have an exclusive 20% off discount! Friday night is a more refined food and drink event. |
 | Boo Bash Helicopter Candy Drop(Sat) Helicopter candy drop, contests, and family fun return for a spooktacular time at Golf Barn. |
 | Halloween History Tour(Fri) Ride through downtown with NColor Tours for an evening of costumes, candy, culture and a true story so scary they don’t teach it in school. |
More Unique Events
Thursday 10/16
Watercolor Workshop in the Garden - Join artist Katie Elzer Peters for a garden watercolor evening at Perennial Harbor.
Movie Night at Dram Yard - Cozy up for a screening of Vertigo in the Dram Yard courtyard with themed drinks and snacks.
Halloween Costume Karaokee - Sing your spooky heart out in costume at Tempo 33 with Ice Cole on the mic.
Friday 10/17
Bike to Work Day - Ride with the Cape Fear community and visit local pit stops throughout Wilmington.
Voracious: Cellar, Sea & Shore - Taste the best in wine, beer, oysters, and bites at Riverfront Park.
The Nightmare Before Halloween Silent Disco - Dance your way through three DJ channels at this spooky headphone party at The Eagles Dare.
Saturday 10/18
Art in the Arboretum - Stroll through outdoor art and interactive fun for all ages at this creative garden festival.
Vintage Market - Shop curated retro finds and vintage vibes in the garden at Perennial Harbor.
Social District - Sip while you stroll at the newly launched Social District in the Brooklyn Arts District.
Pumpkin Gnocchi Workshop - Learn to make fall-flavored gnocchi from scratch in this hands-on class at Brunswick Beer Xchange.
Annual Oyster Roast - Dig into oysters and enjoy live music at The Oceanic’s beloved seaside tradition.
Single and Social Halloween Bash - Mingle with other singles (in costume!) at Underfront Co. with cocktails and contests.
Sunday 10/19
Pilates in the Pumpkin Patch - Stretch and strengthen among the pumpkins at Northwest Land and Cattle.
Funky Fright Fest - Face paint, food, music, and drinks await at this downtown market celebration at The Bend.
Stained Glass One-Day Crash Course - Create your own stained glass masterpiece in one day at The Cozy Bookwyrm.
Boogie in the Park Concert Series - Enjoy free seaside tunes with lawn chairs and blankets at Kure Beach Oceanfront Park
 | Weekly Tidbit: Last year was my first time going to Voracious: Cellar, Sea, and Shore. It’s part of the Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival and has been a recent addition in the past few years. This event is the night before and is a bit more refined with less tickets available and a large emphasis on food! Of course there is still beer, wine, and a full champagne bar. |
Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About
10/18 - Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival: This is the beer and wine event of the year– more breweries, wineries, and delights than you can possibly sample in a day. Don’t forget live music and delicious food, all in one amazing venue supporting the Carousel Child Advocacy Center. Use code CHECKWHATSGOOD for 20% off at checkout
11/1 - Applearchy Ciderfest: A festival that truly tastes like fall! Experience live bands, shop from a diverse selection of vendors, stock up at the local farmers' market, and savor delicious offerings from the Brunswick Beer and Cider Food Truck. AND the desserts, don’t miss out on the apple fitters and donuts! Use code Whatsgood for 10% off at checkout!
11/7 - Cape Fear Kite Festival - Join the fun as serious kite flyers take the sky on the beach along with activities, and vendors.
11/14 - Beaufort Wine and Food Fall Festival - Fall air, music, and wine paired with the salty brine of local oysters. Join us as we celebrate the oyster! Prepared in a variety of ways: steamed, raw, fried - there's something for everyone.
11/19 - Cucalorus Film Festival - 31st annual festival packed with 100+ independent and international films paired with a fringe-style selection of performance and installation art for a wide-ranging exploration of cinema and beyond.
11/29 - Holiday Flotilla at Wrightsville Beach - The 42nd annual dazzling boat parade, a "Day in the Park" celebration with various activities and vendors, and lively social gatherings. Decorated boats compete for awards like "Best in Show" and "People's Choice," making it a festive and engaging experience for all ages.
3/28 - 3/29 Feast Food & Drink Festival - Annual food and beverage festival that celebrates the region's culinary scene by featuring local chefs, breweries, wineries, and mixologists through various events like the Riverside Pier Party, Craft+Cuisine, and Brunch Elevated. All-inclusive tickets cover food, drinks, and entertainment. Use code whatsgood26 for 20% off
Thanks for reading! Talk to you again next week 👋 - Meg
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