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- 🗓️ Wilmington Events 7/3 - 7/6 2025
🗓️ Wilmington Events 7/3 - 7/6 2025
4th of July, Hot Dog Eating Contests, Fireworks, and More
Megan Rowe
July 03, 2025
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Top 3 Events this Weekend
 | City of Wilmington 4th of July Celebration(Fri) Free live music at Live Oak Bank Pavilion from Loud Music Company and the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra |
 | Fourth of July in the Boatyard(Fri) Live music, drinks, vendors, and a PRIME location to enjoy fireworks along the water at Marina Grill |
 | 4th of July Ozzy Osbourne Tribute(Fri) Free Concert Friday at Eagles Dare downtown an outdoor concert with multiple bands lined up, food trucks, and drinks in a family friendly environment |
More Unique Events
Thursday (7/3)
Wilmington Sharks Game: Affordable family fun enjoying America’s favorite past time
Summer Boardwalk Blast: Carolina Beach boardwalk has live music, amusement rides, and fireworks
Sounds of Summer: Free outdoor concert at Wrightsville Beach Park
Friday (7/4) 🎆🇺🇸☀️
Independence Day Blow Out - Live music, hot dog showdowns and more at Tap Yard
Fourth Fest - Satellite’s annual festival with classic staples like a corndog eating contest, water gun fights, and the Beehive Blondes
July 4th Bash - Dj, drinks, and lots of games at Rally Point Bar and Arcade downtown.
➡️ For more 4th of July events click here
Saturday (7/5)
Yoga on the Pier - Multiple studios running classes throughout the morning on Crystal Pier
Taylor Swift Silent Disco: Get ready to Shake It Off in the Boatyard along the water at Marina Grill
Historic Happy Hour Walking Tour: Explore Downtown Wilmington while enjoying drinks along the way
Sunday (7/6)
Summer Fest: Cargo District is hosting Summer Fest with live music, crafts, vendors, food and drink specials, flash tattoos, exclusive deals.
Island Hopper Cruise: Have an unforgettable evening island hopping and discovering the hidden treasures of local islands
Summer Movies at the Lake: Bring your favorite beach chair and blanket for an evening in Carolina Beach watching an outdoor movie
 | Tidbit of the Week: The 4th of July capital has been gearing up for their big day! I pulled together a Southport Day Trip Guide just in time (click here to watch) This video was proudly sponsored by the Coastal Cottages at Middle Creek Village. They’re new homes located 20 minutes from downtown Wilmington, Southport, Holden Beach, and Oak Island… priced in the low to mid $200s 🤯 with resort style amenities like a pool, pickleball courts, and playground! (Click here to find out more about the Coastal Cottages) (ad) |
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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