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Thursday 3/26

• Kipos Oyster Roast – All-you-can-eat local oysters, live jazz, and Hellenic hospitality in the garden at Kipos Hellenic Cuisine.

• Art Opening Reception – Art opening with works by Valerie Simmons and live music by Heather Cunningham at Flytrap Brewing.

• Vinyl Night Sip+Spin By: Earworm Vinyl & Vintage – Shop, sell, or appraise records and spin your own vinyl while enjoying a pint at Good Hops Brewing.

• Family Feud Trivia – Opinion-based Family Feud–style trivia with teams, prizes, and cold beers at Waterline Brewing Co.

Friday 3/27

• MATTHIASSON WINES: TASTING + EDUCATION – Guided tasting and educational session featuring Matthiasson wines at Fermental.

• Reggie's Punk Art and Music Fest – Punk art and music festival with live bands and vendors at Reggie’s 42nd Street Tavern.

• Bluegrass Bash – BBQ, local brews, and bluegrass from Massive Grass, Tideline String Band, and Dear Mirabella and the Pigkickers at Historic Thalian Hall.

• Emo Night Karaoke – Sing emo and pop-punk classics with a live backing band and big sing-along energy at The Eagles Dare.

• RuPaul’s Drag Race Viewing Party – Viewing party, meet & greet, and drag show hosted by Season 18’s Athena Dion at Ibiza Nightclub.

• Andrew Dismukes (Special Event) – Stand-up set from SNL cast member and touring comedian Andrew Dismukes at Dead Crow Comedy Room.

Saturday 3/28

• Wrightsville Beach Easter Egg Hunt – Family-friendly Easter egg hunt and photo op with the Easter Bunny at Wrightsville Beach.

• Crazy Chickens Workshop – Hands-on pottery class creating ceramic chickens from scratch at Bookworm Pottery.

• Brooklyn Arts District Artist Collective Market – Shop local artisans, vintage, and handmade goods while supporting the arts community at Chow Town.

• Hippity Hop & Shop – Bloom Room Easter market featuring women-owned businesses and spring shopping at Leland Brewing Company.

• Catch & Match Golden Years – Social “catch and match” meetup for single folks in their golden years at Tap Yard Wilmington.

• 2nd Annual Volleyball Surfances Tournament – Two-day multi-surface volleyball tournament with beach, indoor, and grass play at Capt'n Bills Backyard Grill and Volleyball Facility (March 28–29).

• Basilisk Burlesque Anti-Valentine's Day Show – Burlesque showcase with multiple performers for a cheeky anti-Valentine’s night at Bourgie Nights.

Sunday 3/29

• Cape Fear Vintage Market – Vintage market with curated vendors and a live DJ spinning at Marina Grill.

• The Mothership Market – Market day with local vendors and live music from Crystal Fussell at Waterline Brewing Co.

• Makers in Bloom Spring Festival – Spring festival with local makers, art, food, drinks, and family fun at LBC Bottle Shop and Pizza.

• Glaze and Gulp – Guided mug-glazing class using professional ceramic glazes while you sip at MOBA (Museum of Modern Beer Art).

• Special Reception: Pop Up Exhibit – Fabio Napoleoni – Special reception for the Fabio Napoleoni pop-up exhibit featuring limited-edition prints at Art in Bloom Gallery.

• Stained Glass Dagger Workshop – Stained glass crash-course creating dagger designs before the artist’s spring break from classes at The Cozy Bookwyrm.

Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About​

3/28 - 3/29 Feast Food & Drink Festival - THIS WEEKEND!! 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

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).

4/15-4/19- Beaufort Wine and Food Spring Festival – The Beaufort Wine and Food Festival brings a refreshed, downtown-centered culinary celebration to the heart of Historic Downtown Beaufort, spanning April 15–19.

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

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