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• Top 3 Events this Weekend

• More Unique Events

• Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About …

Top 3 Events this Weekend

More Unique Events

Thursday 9/25

• Wilmington Fashion Week – Day two of five, Wilmington Fashion Week features womenswear at Ironclad Brewery.

• Wilmington’s Largest Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, U-Pick Flowers - Head to Trask Family Farms for all of your favorite fall activities

• Movie Night on the Greenway - Get excited for fall by watching Hocus Pocus at Alcove Beer Garden’s outdoor screening

Friday 9/26

• Wilmington Coffeefest – Wilmington Coffeefest starts with a weekend full of coffee-centric happenings in The Cargo District from Latte Art Competitions to Cocktail Showdowns.

• Good Lie is 1 Year Old! – Celebrate the one-year anniversary of Good Lie Mini Golf Bar with raffles and unlimited golf.

• The Fontanelles + Well Fed Ed at Perennial Harbor Gardens! – Enjoy live music from The Fontanelles and delicious eats from Well Fed Ed at Perennial Harbor.

• Shuckin' Shack's Fresh & Raw Tour To Benefit Blood Cancer United – Acoustic country night benefitting Blood Cancer United at Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar Downtown.

Saturday 9/27

• Wilmington Coffeefest – Sample coffee, meet local brewers, and explore the street fair in The Cargo District.

• Chowtown Fall Fest – Enjoy face painting, bounce houses, food trucks, and pumpkins at Chow Town Food Truck Rodeo Grand Opening.

• Oktoberfest Bavarian Big Tent Party – Celebrate with beer, bratwurst, and Bavarian tunes at Waterman's Brewing during their final days open.

• The Comedy Powder Keg! – A wild mix of improv and sketch comedy at Azalea Station.

Sunday 9/28

• MasterChef All-Stars Live! – Watch fan-favorite chefs from MasterChef compete live on stage at Wilson Center.

• Cape Fear Vintage Market – 70+ vintage vendors gather for Wilmington's biggest market at Marina Grill.

• The Rocky Horror Show – Get your fishnets ready for this cult classic musical at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.

Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About​

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.

3/28 - 3/29 Feast Food & Drink Festival - 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

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

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