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🗓️ Wilmington Events 7/10 - 7/13 2025
Island Parties, Free Activities, Magic, and More!
Megan Rowe
July 10, 2025
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Top 3 Events this Weekend
 | Summer Boardwalk Blast Music Series(Thurs) Live music, fireworks, amusement rides, games, and fair food at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk |
 | BAD DAY Music + Arts Festival(Sat) 3 stages, tons of acts, vendors, and a late night party in the Brooklyn Arts District |
 | Diminishing Republic Island Party(Sat) Join Wilmington Latin Dance at Palm Tree Island for a fun day of dancing to DJ Borichamo. Boat Shuttle Available for $20 |
More Unique Events
Thursday 7/10
Seahawk Summer FAM! "No Sleeves Magic: Wilder West" – A Wild West-themed family magic show with comedy and illusions at UNCW Kenan Auditorium.
A Full Moon Affair - July's Buck Moon – Celebrate the full moon with moonlight dinner, cocktails, and live music on the pier at Oceanic Restaurant.
Painting, Free Pizza, and Comedy - A jam packed evening at Waterline Brewing starting with painting wooden surfboard planks, free pizza from Platypus and Gnome, and the comedy Sidecar Show
Friday 7/11
Cape Fear Legends & Lore Walking Tour – Explore Wilmington’s historic downtown and hear tales of tunnels, yellow fever, and Prohibition on a guided walking tour starting at the Burgwin-Wright House.
Free Concert Friday – Enjoy a free tribute concert to The Doors with Crystal Ship and opener Adam Hill Band at The Eagle’s Dare.
ONE NIGHT ONLY: Lace Larrabee – Catch nationally touring comic and AGT semi-finalist Lace Larrabee live at Dead Crow Comedy Room.
Saturday 7/12
Mini Beach House Incense Burner Workshop – Create your own clay beach house incense burner during this fun pottery class at Bookworm Pottery & Co.
House Music Pop Up Masonboro Island – A day-long house music boat party on Masonboro Island with DJs and sunset vibes; RSVP required.
Spelling Hornet – Join the adult spelling bee infused with improv comedy and drinks at Tap Yard Wilmington.
Sunday 7/13
Sips & Secrets: Prohibition Bottle Co. Launch Party – Celebrate the launch of Prohibition Bottle Co. with samples, music, and speakeasy vibes at The Blind Elephant.
Hippie Fest '25 All Things Groovy – Shop local vendors and enjoy food, music, and tie-dye fun at this colorful market at Ogden Park.
Summer Movies at the Lake at Carolina Beach Lake – Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy The Bad Guys at dusk under the stars at Carolina Beach Lake Park.
 | Tidbit of the Week: Last weekend was my birthday & on days where I’m trying to set the tone for the whole year I try to do wholesome activities like getting out in nature or doing art. Beyond a little celebration with friends here’s a few things I did to celebrate this new chapter:
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Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About
5/2 - 7/25 - Free Concert Friday: Eagles Dare will host your favorite acts followed by a DJ every Friday night
5/23 - 8/29 - Summer Boardwalk Blast Music Series (Thursdays): Live bands and at the Carolina Beach Gazebo Stage followed by fireworks
5/25 - 8/31 - Summer Movies at the Lake (Sundays): Every Sunday at dusk bring your chair or blanket for a family friendly movie projected on the masssive outdoor screen at Carolina Beach Lake
7/4 - Fourth of July: Wilmington Symphony at Live Oak Bank Pavilion followed by Fireworks above the river
7/12 - Brooklyn Arts District Music and Arts Festival: Outdoor stages featuring bluegrass, reggae, house, and more. Along with blocked off streets for arts, crafts, vendors, live
Thanks for reading! Talk to you again next week 👋 - Meg
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