🗓️ Wilmington Events 9/11 - 9/14 2025

Ghost Hunting, Fall Activities Begin, and Exclusive Discounts

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Megan Rowe
September 11, 2025

🚨📆 We just made some huge updates to the Plan Ahead section at the bottom - make sure you take a peek at what you can look forward to this fall!

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Top 3 Events this Weekend

American Craft Walk

(Sat) Shop from over 100 artists at this outdoor art show along Wilmington Riverwalk.

Sunset Live Music along the River

(Sat) Enjoy a funky, high-energy performance at The Boatyard behind Marina Grill.

Ghost Hunt and Tour

(Sat) Hunt for ghosts with real equipment in one of most widely regarded haunted spot in North Carolina.

More Unique Events

Thursday 9/11

Friday 9/12

Saturday 9/13

Sunday 9/14

Tidbit of the Week: 

I’m so excited I get to work with one of Wilmington’s largest philanthropy events of the year & fan-favorite festival, Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival Benefitting the Carousel Child Advocacy Center (CCAC). October 17th, 2025.

After years of growing the festival, they’re on track to hit a HUGE milestone of donating $1,000,000 to a local non-profit, The Carousel Center, which assists victims of child abuse and provides critical care services. This festival is an integral part of the Carousel Center’s yearly budget and impacts Wilmington and surrounding counties.

We have a 20% off discount code (CHECKWHATSGOOD) or use our special link

^ Make sure to share that with your friends so they can get the discount too!

Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About​

9/20 - Cape Fear Latinos Festival - A parade and festival with music, dancing, crafts and more dedicated to celebrating latino culture

9/24 - Wilmington Fashion Week - The revival of WFW is brought to life with 5 days of runways and more

9/26-9/27 - Wilmington Coffee Fest - Enjoy all things coffee while supporting local non-profits from Latte Art Throw Downs to their Street Fair.

10/4 - Wilmington River Fest: Vibrant annual celebration that takes over downtown with live music, arts and crafts, food vendors, fireworks, and more!

10/18 - Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival: This is the beer and wine event of the year– more breweries, wineries, and delights than you can possibly sample in a day. Don’t forget live music and delicious food, all in one amazing venue supporting the Carousel Child Advocacy Center. Use code CHECKWHATSGOOD for 20% off at checkout

11/1 - Applearchy Ciderfest: A festival that truly tastes like fall! Experience live bands, shop from a diverse selection of vendors, stock up at the local farmers' market, and savor delicious offerings from the Brunswick Beer and Cider Food Truck. AND the desserts, don’t miss out on the apple fitters and donuts! Use code Whatsgood for 10% off at checkout!

11/7 - Cape Fear Kite Festival - Join the fun as serious kite flyers take the sky on the beach along with activities, and vendors.

11/14 - Beaufort Wine and Food Fall Festival - Fall air, music, and wine paired with the salty brine of local oysters. Join us as we celebrate the oyster! Prepared in a variety of ways: steamed, raw, fried - there's something for everyone.

11/19 - Cucalorus Film Festival - 31st annual festival packed with 100+ independent and international films paired with a fringe-style selection of performance and installation art for a wide-ranging exploration of cinema and beyond.

11/29 - Holiday Flotilla at Wrightsville Beach - The 42nd annual dazzling boat parade, a "Day in the Park" celebration with various activities and vendors, and lively social gatherings. Decorated boats compete for awards like "Best in Show" and "People's Choice," making it a festive and engaging experience for all ages.

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

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