Visit Wilmington, NC and Beaches

12/11/2024

Experience the magic of Holidays on Water in Historic Downtown Wilmington with a stunning riverfront drone show! Watch as 100 drones light up the night sky with enchanting Christmas scenes over the water Dec. 14, 21 and 28. ✨🎄

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Experience the magic of Holidays on Water in historic downtown with a spectacular riverfront drone show! Enjoy the enchanting Christmas scenes over the water as 100 drones illuminate the night sky. From twinkling snowflakes to cheerful gingerbread men, each display captures the festive spirit with s...

12/06/2024

Best friends and moments by the water—Wilmington’s island beaches are the perfect place to gather this December!

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11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from Wilmington, NC and Island Beaches! 🍁 Wishing you a joyful and memorable holiday! 🧡

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11/27/2024

Catch the vibrant colors of a Wilmington sunset and feel the magic of the city. 🌅✨

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11/25/2024

Craft the perfect grown-up getaway in Wilmington! 😉⬇️

🛍 Shop ‘til you drop at boutiques and art galleries along the Riverwalk
🌸 Wander through breathtaking blooms at Airlie Gardens
🎟 Enjoy a ballet or comedy show at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.
🍹 Delight in craft cocktails at the open-air Perla Raw Bar

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Wilmington offers a vibrant arts and culture scene, waterfront tours and fine dining options making it an ideal destination for your next grown-up getaway.

11/20/2024

Celebrate Small Business Saturday Nov. 30 by supporting Wilmington’s unique local shops! Discover one-of-a-kind finds in historic downtown to Midtown and everything in between. From handcrafted goods to locally inspired treasures, Wilmington has everything you need for the perfect holiday shopping experience. 🛍️ https://bit.ly/4fAKHZi

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11/13/2024

Celebrate the season with us in Wilmington, NC! Use our guide to discover exciting drone shows, boat parades, historic home tours, festive shopping and more! 🌊✨

Looking for something to complement your holiday shopping day? Check out events and light shows happening around Wilmington, NC and the surrounding areas.

11/11/2024

We honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Your dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

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11/08/2024

Celebrate the season with a festive lineup of holiday shows at Thalian Hall, one of the oldest theaters in the country. 🎄✨

🎩12/3: Who Brought the Humbug?
🎄12/5: Celtic Angels Christmas
💂‍♀️12/6 - 12/7: Ballet for Young Audiences: The Nutcracker
🎅12/13 - 12/22: Irving Berlin's White Christmas
🎬12/23: Thalian Hall Holiday Series Annual Film Screening of It's A Wonderful Life

One of the oldest and most beautiful theaters in America, Thalian Hall has been in continuous use since it opened in 1858. Forming the east wing of Wilmington's magnificent City Hall, the facility hosts over 500 performance events annually. The complex houses three performance venues, the Tony Riven...

11/04/2024

Join us in honoring our veterans at the Veterans Day Celebration at Riverfront Park Nov. 8, followed by the Veterans Parade & Celebration in Historic Downtown Wilmington Nov. 9. Let’s come together to show our gratitude for all those who have served. 🇺🇸 https://www.wilmingtonandbeaches.com/events/?view=grid&sort=date&filter_keyword=veteran

11/02/2024

Get into the holiday spirit with the Wilson Center’s lineup of festive shows, including:

🦌11/16: Rudolph The Red‐Nosed Reindeer
🎄11/21: Mannheim Steamroller
☃️12/5: Tis the Season for Singing - A Medley of Christmas and Winter Songs
💂12/7 - 12/8: The Nutcracker

Enjoy theater, music, comedy, dance and much more in a setting like no other at the Wilson Center, the largest and most technologically advanced performance center in Eastern North Carolina. Featuring the best of Broadway, a sampling of stars and a dash of dance, this venue will keep your calendar b...

11/01/2024

Enjoy a free fun-filled afternoon at the Polish Festival Nov. 2. Enjoy authentic Polish food along with activities and entertainment for the whole family! 🎉🇵🇱

Enjoy a fun filled afternoon featuring authentic Polish food a short drive from historic downtown, filled with fun kids activities and entertainment including a full size authentic Blaskapelle band, a craft sale, raffles and more. You are invited to try delicious Polish Foods: Kielbasa, Pierogi, Gol...

10/31/2024

👻🎃 Happy Halloween, ghosts and ghouls! Wilmington, NC is one of the most haunted cities in the South, and we want to hear your ghostly encounters or favorite haunted spots when visiting! Drop them in the comments. 👇

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10/24/2024

There's something magical about this historic gem that is Wilmington. Find charming waterfront shops, stunning views of the Cape Fear River and so much more. 🌅

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10/20/2024

Get ready for back-to-back days of beer, wine, and fun at Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park!

🍺 Oct. 25: Voracious Rare Beer Festival.

🍷 Oct. 26: Lighthouse Beer & Wine Festival

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10/18/2024

Welcome to the amazing competitors and visitors here for the 15th Annual IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina! Best of luck racing through water, on foot and by bike all the way from Wrightsville Beach to Historic Downtown Wilmington to claim your medal! 🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️

With excitement from beach to battleship, the 15th Annual IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina triathlon will feature a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike and 13.1-mile run. This "point-to-point-to-point-to-point" event begins in Wrightsville Beach and takes athletes along the same fast channel swim. The bike cours...

10/10/2024

The wait is over! Outer Banks Season 4 premieres today! We’re thrilled to see more iconic locations from Wilmington and its Island Beaches as the adventure continues. Enjoy the new season and keep an eye out for familiar spots around town! 🌊🏝️

The adventure comes home this fall. OBX returns Oct 10 & Nov 7 🤙🏄 only on Netflix.Watch on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81634116About Netflix:Net...