🗓️ Wilmington Events 4/16-4/19

🛍️Spring Markets 🌎 Earth Day 🛥️ A Boat Show & More

Top 3 Events this Weekend

Beaufort Wine and Food Spring Festival

(Sat) Spend the afternoon shopping local vendors, enjoying live music, and grabbing bites from food trucks at Chow Town, Wilmington’s Food Truck Rodeo.

2026 Port City Marina Boat Show

(Fri-Sun) This waterfront boat show runs from Friday 4/17 through Sunday 4/19 with boats, vendors, live music, food, and family-friendly fun at The Pier at Port City Marina.

Cargo District Spring Fest

(Sun) Explore a spring celebration with markets, activities, specials, and pop-ups throughout The Cargo District Food Hall.

More Unique Events

Thursday 4/16

Friday 4/17

Saturday 4/18

  • Sourdough Workshop - Learn to make real sourdough with step-by-step instruction and take-home tools at Freya's Haus.

  • Spring Market at ChowTown - Spend the afternoon shopping local vendors, enjoying live music, and grabbing bites from food trucks at Chow Town.

  • Social District - Stroll the Brooklyn Arts District with an official social district beverage while exploring participating businesses around Brooklyn Arts Center.

  • Wilmington Earth Day - Celebrate Earth Day with eco-friendly groups, live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities at Long Leaf Park.

  • Color & Wellness Event - Recharge with color analysis, tarot, chair massage, and light refreshments at Live At Ted's.

  • Sunset Live Music Series: Frank Grant - Catch live music from Frank Grant as part of the sunset series at Marina Grill.

  • Belly Dance Show - Watch a showcase featuring standout belly dancers from the region and beyond at The Barzarre.

  • Fueling the Future - Join Nourish NC in an evening of delicious food, live music, and silent auction raising money to feed children in our community.

  • Grand Opening of Evergreen Apothecary - Wilmington’s new hemp & wellness destination. Join us for a day of good vibes, exclusive deals, raffles, local vendors, music, and more.

Sunday 4/19

  • Wave Spring Market - Shop 30+ local vendors, enjoy live music, and make a day of it at The Pointe at Barclay.

  • Yoga in the Courtyard - Start your Sunday with a yoga session and mimosa-friendly vibes at Palate Bottle Shop.

  • Big Plant Swap Market - Browse plants and local art, build a succulent bowl, and enjoy food and drinks at Waterline Brewing Co.

  • 4/20 Yoga - Join us for a gentle beginner-friendly yoga class led by Jessie. All levels are welcome, so come stretch, reset, and enjoy the vibes.

Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About​

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

4/3-TBD Upick Strawberries & Flowers - Pick strawberries and flowers while enjoying homemade ice cream, chocolate-covered strawberries, and strawberry cakes at Trask Family Farm.

Fridays May-July Free Concert Friday - A free, family-friendly concert series with live music and food trucks takes place at The Eagles Dare.

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

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