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🗓️ Wilmington Events 9/4 - 9/7 2025
Surfing Dogs, Boat Parade, and Wilmington on the Big Screen!
Megan Rowe
September 04, 2025
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Top 3 Events this Weekend
 | Surf Dog Experience(Sat) Enjoy dogs learning to surf at the Carolina Beach Pier while supporting Freedom Bridge Animal Rescue |
 | Oktoberfest(Sat) Celebrate seasonal lagers with contests, pretzels, brats and live music at Flying Machine Brewing Company. |
 | Carolina Beach Centennial Boat Parade(Sat) Celebrate 100 years of Carolina Beach by enjoying a boat parade, live music, food trucks, and more! |
More Unique Events
Thursday 9/4
Bubbles & Baubles: Upcycled Charm Jewelry and Mocktails Workshop – Learn to craft unique upcycled charm jewelry and sip herbal mocktails in this creative workshop.
Mediumship Demonstration with Golden Age Medium – Connect with loved ones in spirit during this powerful group reading.
The Runarounds Run In Party – Watch the final two episodes of The Runarounds on the big screen, filmed at The Eagles Dare.
Friday 9/5
Shuck and Chill – Enjoy oysters, cold drinks, and good vibes at this recurring seafood celebration at the Oyster Barn.
Summer Concert Series – Catch TripleWide performing rock, jazz, blues and funk live in Airlie Gardens for the final concert of the summer.
Chasin' Aldean: The Jason Aldean Experience – Experience an electrifying Jason Aldean tribute show at Bowstring Burgers and Brew Yard.
Andrew Dismukes Comedy – Saturday Night Live cast member Andrew Dismukes brings his stand-up to the Dead Crow Comedy Room.
The Rodeo – Catch poetic performances from The Rodeo Poets at Dram Tree Tavern.
Saturday 9/6
Pokefest – Enjoy games, trivia, vendors and dance parties for all ages during a day full of Pokémon fun at Tap Yard Wilmington.
Live Surfboard Shaping, Art and Music – Watch live surfboard shaping, enjoy local art and music at Savard Beer & Board.
Let's Dance ILM – Get moving at this Vinyl DJ Night at The Underfront Co.
Powerpop Girls Drag Show and Dance Party – Dance the night away with drag performances and party vibes at The Eagles Dare.
Sunday 9/7
The Wave Market – Shop local vendors, enjoy live music, and grab tasty bites at The Pointe at Barclay.
Pasta & Pinot: Homemade Pasta Workshop – Learn how to make homemade pasta and sip Pinot at Wine Knot Sky Bar and Lounge.
Tempo 33 Soiree - Join Soundwavves for a pop up house music show at the 3rd floor piano lounge at Tiempo 33
 | Tidbit of the Week: No filtered needed for our waterways! I took this shot last weekend while out with our membership from Freedom Boat Club. I live closer to their Carolina Beach marina, but LOVE going out of Topsail for those bright blue waters! Not to mention we found nearly 30 whelk shells washed up on the beach, presumably the aftermath of Hurricane Erin. So Hampstead friends, if you’re looking to get on the water they are there for ya! |
Plan Ahead - Upcoming Events You Should Know About
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.
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!
Thanks for reading! Talk to you again next week 👋 - Meg
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