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Thursday 2/5

• Tobacco Road – Tobacco Road headlines a free show with Emerson Bruno & The Undercurrents and Magic Attic at Bowstring Burgers and Brew Yard.

• Pitch-A-Friend LGBTQIA+ Night – Sign up to pitch your single friends or just enjoy games, drink specials, and community fun at The Eagles Dare.

• Old Forest Tasting – Sample the Old Forest Row Series and learn about this historic distillery in the Volstead Room at The Blind Elephant Speakeasy.

Friday 2/6

• Shuck & Chill – Enjoy Shuck & Chill, a Friday oyster-focused hangout happening all month long in Hampstead.

• Galentine's Block Party – Celebrate Galentine’s with themed cocktails, desserts, and specials from women-owned businesses at The Vine Wine Bar and Eatery.

• Queen Street Block Party in the Cargo District – Shop local vendors, enjoy love-themed activities, bites, and drinks at the Queen Street courtyard in The Cargo District.

• Paella Cooking Class – Learn to cook your own gourmet chicken, seafood, or vegetarian paella with wine included at this hands-on class (venue TBA).

• Save the Sharks – A benefit show where all proceeds support the Marine Conservation Institute at Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern.

• The Emo Show: Ft. Turtle Smash – Relive 2000s pop-punk and emo anthems in a high-energy tribute night at The Eagles Dare.

Saturday 2/7

• Downtown District Day – Ride free trolleys through all seven districts and enjoy local deals, shops, and experiences across Wilmington.

• HeART & Soul Makers Market – Browse local artists, makers, food, drinks, and live music in a relaxed market setting at Tap Yard Wilmington.

• Cupid's Coastal Valentine's Day Market – Enjoy pizza from Wilmy Woodie, craft drinks, and local vendors for Valentine’s shopping at LBC Bottle Shop and Pizza.

• Flytrap Brewing: The Corner Market- XOXO Edition! – Shop a curated Valentine’s market with food, live music, and local makers at Flytrap Brewing.

• Citra Fest – Celebrate all things Citra with special beer releases, food trucks, live music, and commemorative glassware at Mad Mole Brewing.

• Night Glow Pilates – Take a 45-minute mat Pilates class with upbeat music and party lights at this nighttime fitness event (venue TBA).

• Let's Dance Vinyl DJ Night – Dance all night to vinyl DJ sets from Let’s Dance ILM and Fort Lowell Records for just $5 at The Underfront Co.

Sunday 2/8

• Valentine’s Day Market Under the Bridge – Shop a special Valentine’s themed market hosted under the bridge at Waterline Brewing Co.

• Second Sunday: A Valentine's Market – Find plants, flowers, vintage goods, pottery, records, and more at Satellite Bar and Lounge.

• Cupid's Queens Drag Brunch – Enjoy a Valentine’s themed drag brunch with Tara Nicole and friends, plus snacks and carbs, at The Eagles Dare.

• Live Music: Port City Music School Student Showcase – Hear performances from Port City Music School students in an afternoon showcase at Wrightsville Beach Brewery.

Super Bowl Sunday

• Super Bowl Watch Party – Watch Super Bowl LX with drink specials, prizes, a food truck, and a laid-back game-day vibe at Wilmington Distillery.

• Superbowl Sunday with Tequila's Waterfront - Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday with Tequila’s Waterfront at Tequila Comida & Cantina Waterfront, featuring margaritas to-go, half-off wings all day, and individual nacho plates for an easy game-day feast.

• Super Bowl Watch Party at The C-Suite Lounge - Enjoy an all-day Super Bowl watch party at The C-Suite Lounge with drink specials, big-screen TVs, and VIP seating available.

• Super Bowl Watch Party at The Eagle’s Dare – Join Wanderlust Wilmington 2.0 and friends for a Super Bowl party with Dough House Pizza Co. and giveaways at The Eagle’s Dare.

• Tap Yard's BIG GAME BASH – Enjoy the Big Game on the big screen with a free nacho bar, prizes, food truck fare, and drink specials at Tap Yard Wilmington.

• Superbowl Watch Party – Catch the Super Bowl on multiple big screens with arcade games, drink specials, and pizza combos at Rally Point Bar Arcade.

• Big Game Wing Tray Deals – Celebrate Super Sunday with award-winning wings, beer buckets, and game-day wing tray deals at Hell's Kitchen.

Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About​

3/14 St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival - A top-ranked small-city St. Patrick’s Day celebration featuring Celtic music, Irish dancing, and bagpipe performances in Downtown Wilmington

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

3/14 Beer, Bourbon, and BBQ Festival - Enjoy beer and bourbon tastings, barbecue, live music, and games at the Beer, Bourbon, and BBQ Festival.

4/8-4/12 North Carolina Azalea Festival – The 2026 North Carolina Azalea Festival transforms Wilmington into a multi-day celebration of gardens, parades, concerts, and Southern coastal heritage at Wilmington Riverwalk (runs April 8–12).

Thanks for reading! Talk to you again next week 👋 - Meg

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