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Port City Taste Restaurant Week
Wilmington
Oct 6th – Oct 11th
Celebrate Wilmington's vibrant Culinary Scene with Port City Taste Restaurant Week. These ten days offer the true food aficionado the opportunity to experience selections from Wilmington and the island beaches' culinary scenes. Each participating restaurant will prepare unique selections…
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Foodie Events Wine/Beer Events
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Oct 6th – Oct 25th
Bellamy Mansion Museum is hosting an art exhibition, "A Closer Look: America 250 & Historic Foodways" by local artist Ricardo Perez. This exhibit combines striking portraits that commemorate our 250 years as a nation with evocative still life paintings that share stories of America's rich culinary…
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A250th Arts/Theatre/Dance Culture Historic Homes
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NC Oyster Month: NC Oyster Trail
Wrightsville Beach
Oct 6th – Oct 31st
Taste your way along the homegrown NC Oyster Trail during NC Oyster Month to find a rainbow of salty, sweet, and buttery shellfish. Discover local oysters and learn fascinating facts about the mighty mollusk Take a self-guided shellfish tour, discover a wide variety of markets and restaurants…
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Foodie Events Tours/Cruises Wine/Beer Events
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Recurring | Rooted in Memory: The Gullah Geechee Vision of Jonathan Green
Wilmington
Oct 6th – Jan 24th
1.2K
Oct 6th – Jan 24th
Celebrate the Gullah Geechee culture through Rooted in Memory: The Gullah Geechee Vision of Jonathan Green at Cameron Art Museum from June 19 to January 24. Green, a native of Gardens Corner, South Carolina, draws deeply from his Gullah Geechee heritage to create works that evoke the lived…
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African American Arts/Theatre/Dance Culture Museum Exhbit/Prog
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UnFROGettable - Art in the Garden
Wilmington
Oct 6th – Dec 31st
Join Airlie Gardens as they host UnFROGetable 14th Annual Art in the Garden with larger than life toad-tastic sculptures nestled throughout the grounds. This year's exhibit features fancifully decorated colorful giant frogs placed for you to enjoy as part of your garden experience. They will even…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Family Gardens/Flowers Wildlife/Nature
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Carolina Beach Pier Pumpkin Patch
Carolina Beach
Oct 6th – Oct 31st
Celebrate fall at the seaside Pumpkin Patch offering special Halloween family fun all October long! Pick your pumpkins out, take family photos, and enjoy the coastal sights and sounds that you only find at Carolina Beach in this unique beach pumpkin patch. Events will be happening all month long…
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Family Halloween Holiday Events
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Haunted Thalian Hall Tours
Wilmington
Oct 6th + 14 more
Come for the thrills, stay for the chills with this on haunted walking tour of historic Thalian Hall. Be spellbound as the hall comes alive with ghostly tales and eerie encounters! Enjoy a thrilling 45 minutes filled with scary stories passed down through generations. Whether you're a seasoned…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Halloween History/Reenactments Holiday Events
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Battleship Yoga
Wilmington
Oct 6th + 3 more
Join the expert Yoga Village instructors for an all levels practice featuring a iconic backdrop of the storied Wilmington waterfront and skyline! Stretch your worries away as the sun sets over the water on the historic Battleship NORTH CAROLINA! These individually ticketed drop in Yoga sessions…
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Accessible Fitness/Marathons Museum Exhbit/Prog Sports
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The Doobie Brothers in Concert
Wilmington
Oct 6th
As part of their, Walk This Road Tour, The Doobie Brothers are returning to Wilmington to perform at the beautiful riverside Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park. The Doobie Brothers have developed an audience that spans generations with their rad tunes dating back to 1969. Known for their…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Music/Concerts
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Oct 6th
You may have heard their music without even realizing it. Vitamin String Quartet, the acclaimed ensemble behind many of the classical pop covers featured in Netflix's hit series Bridgerton, is coming to the Wilson Center for one unforgettable night on October 6. Joining them is Girl Named Tom, the…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Music/Concerts
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Fall Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch at Trask Family Farms
Surrounding Areas
Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun
Autumn isn't complete without a trip to the Trask Family Farm Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze, one of the biggest in the area where pumpkins are actually grown on the farm! Grab a wagon, shears, and hunt for your perfect pumpkin. Pick your pumpkin then stay and make a day of it with Wilmington's…
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Family Foodie Events Gardens/Flowers Halloween
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Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun
Join all the unexpected fun of a local theater production! Thalian Hall continues a 160+ year tradition of showcasing over 30 local organizations including Big Dawg Productions, Opera House Theatre Company, Techmoja Dance and Theatre Company and Thalian Association Community Theatre. Enjoy drama…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Music/Concerts
1.6K
Oct 8th
Spend the evening with Erica Xavier-Beauvoir for an in-depth look at Rooted in Memory: The Gullah Geechee Vision of Jonathan Green. Reflect on the work of Jonathan Green and the paintings in the exhibition that mirror the Gullah Geechee environment, history, and traditions. Stretching from…
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African American Arts/Theatre/Dance Culture Literary/Lectures
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Trampled by Turtles in Concert
Wilmington
Oct 8th
Enjoy the amazing Americana Bluegrass/Folk-Rock harmonies of Trampled By Turtles from Duluth, Minnesota under the stars. With multiple chart busting albums and songs, this nationally touring high energy show is one you will not want to miss. The opening band is scheduled to be The Last Revel.
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Music/Concerts
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Sequoia Rose in Concert
Wilmington
Oct 8th
Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Sequoia is part of a new generation of artists breathing life into bluegrass with authenticity and creativity. Described as a kaleidoscope of tradition and transformation," Sequoia Rose is an award-winning bluegrass, country, and Americana musician known for blending…
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Music/Concerts
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Blankets, Bonfires & Music: Seaside Pumpkin Patch
Carolina Beach
Thu & Fri
The beachfront pumpkin patch transforms into the perfect family friendly fall hangout with stellar bands, bonfires, s'mores kits, and unmissable fall vibes. Cozy up on the beach patch to enjoy live music under the autumn sky. There will be seasonal bites and s'mores, drinks and pumpkins available…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Family Halloween Holiday Events
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Oct 8th
Join CAM for Mary's Art Explorers on Thursday, October 8th, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the Reception Hall. In Celebration of their newest exhibition With A Southern Accent they will be reading Coat of Many Colors by Dolly Parton, illustrated by Brooke Boynton-Hughes. The children will then enjoy a…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Family Literary/Lectures Museum Exhbit/Prog
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Oct 8th + 11 more
Discover this enchanting secret gathering garden a short walk from historic downtown in the eclectic Soda Pop District. A collaborative effort by plant lovers, they are open four fun-tastic days during one long weekend each month with exciting offerings like food trucks; libations including beer…
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Expo/Hobbies/Crafts Foodie Events Gardens/Flowers Holiday Events
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Live Music on the Carolina Beach Pier
Carolina Beach
Mon & Fri
Groove to summer rhythms on the beautiful Carolina Beach Pier every Monday and Friday in the summer season! With delicious tropical drinks, sunset ocean views, and free parking for patrons, you'll have an amazing time on the pier with family and friends. See website and socials for event details…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Music/Concerts
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Sunset Live Music Series
Wilmington
Oct 9th, Oct 10th & Oct 16th
Join the free fun of the exciting riverfront Sunset Concert Series at Port City Marina. Located at the north end of Wilmington's award winning Riverwalk next to the Port City Marina, come enjoy the tunes of fan favorite bands. Dance the night away, and savor locally sourced seafood and other tasty…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Music/Concerts
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Oct 9th
Have a fun musical filled evening at Thalian Hall for the critically-acclaimed show Live and Let Die' featuring Tony Kishman, veteran of the Broadway smash hit musical "Beatlemania". Celebrate the music of Paul McCartney in this dynamic full multimedia Concert Production for one night only.
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Music/Concerts
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Torment Haunted Laser Tag
Wilmington
Fridays
Enter if you dare... older kids (10+) will enjoy this special Halloween edition of an ultimate laser tag experience. You never know what might be lurking in the dark corners, it could be a masked figure watching your every move or a ghostly girl looking for revenge. Come and test your limits as…
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Halloween Holiday Events
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Cape Fear Legends & Lore Walking Tour
Wilmington
Oct 9th
Experience a closer look at the legends that define the Cape Fear Region. Learn about the intriguing and infamous stories like tunnels beneath the streets, the arrival of Lord Cornwallis, a duel over post Revolutionary War tension, and more. Led by local historian, former newspaper reporter and…
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Historic Homes History/Reenactments Literary/Lectures Museum Exhbit/Prog
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Shadows in the Parlor
Wilmington
Oct 9th + 4 more
Tour the darker side of historic Latimer House in downtown Wilmington this Halloween season on the Shadows in the Parlor tour. Occurring every Friday and one extra special tour on Halloween Night, glimpse into the past and encounter the unknown. Learn about the tales and legends that lurk the…
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Halloween Historic Homes History/Reenactments Holiday Events
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Comedian Whitney Cummings
Wilmington
Oct 9th
Laugh out loud with Whitney Cummings, well known comedian who first came to fame as a stand-up comedian but continued with her talents to co-create and co-write the Emmy Award-winning CBS sitcom 2 Broke Girls and many other accolades. Now she's on The Big Baby Tour across America cracking jokes…
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Accessible Arts/Theatre/Dance😂 Comedy
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Oct 10th
Differing from other historic home tours, you are invited to "come through the back door" and get a closer look at cooking and living arrangements in wide variety of home settings. Each home has several docents present to explain its history, features, renovations, former famous owners and quirky…
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Historic Homes History/Reenactments Tours/Cruises
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30th Annual Art in the Arboretum
Wilmington
Oct 10th – Oct 11th
Join fellow art and nature lovers as North Carolina artists and artisans show their two and three dimensional creations throughout the splendor of the seven acre gardens, including sculptures, jewelry, ceramics, photographs, and more. There will also be over 80 booths providing a wide variety of…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Expo/Hobbies/Crafts Family Festivals
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Recurring | Yoga on Kure Beach
Kure Beach
Saturdays
Held on the sandy shore just north of the Kure Beach Pier, enjoy yoga accessible for all both physically and financially. A short drive or bike ride from Carolina Beach, you are welcome to join a class whether you are a local or a visitor to Pleasure Island. Start time varies by date with…
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Fitness/Marathons Sports Wildlife/Nature
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October Paranormal Ghost Tours
Wilmington
Oct 10th & Oct 31st
October brings spooky tours as Poplar Grove is presenting an evening to perchance be visited by the spirits along a lighted pathway. Haunts, or haints, of all ages from 1850 through the 20th century continue to hover in and around the restored Manor House, Tenant House, graveyard and grounds…
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Halloween Historic Homes History/Reenactments Holiday Events
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Annual Pets in the Park
Carolina Beach
Oct 10th
Come celebrate pets, their owners and pet-friendly businesses at the annual lakeside Pets in the Park! The family-friendly event usually includes fun like pet portraits, local vendors, pet blessings, pet parade, costume contest, face painting, amazing food trucks (for pets and their humans) and…
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Family Festivals Holiday Events Markets
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Jordan Klepper Live
Wilmington
Oct 10th
Get ready for an evening of sharp satire and laugh-out-loud commentary when Jordan Klepper takes the stage at the Wilson Center on October 10. Expect an evening filled with hilarious takes on today's most politically charged topics, stories from his travels across the country, explorations of…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance😂 Comedy Literary/Lectures
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First Cut Horror Film Festival
Wilmington
Oct 10th
Get into the Halloween spirit with the wildly popular First Cut Horror Film Festival, showcasing four 90-minute film blocks featuring local, national, international films in the horror, macabre and/or obscure genres. Get exclusive behind the scenes facts with Director Q&A and awards after each…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Festivals Halloween Holiday Events
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Fire in the Pines Festival
Wilmington
Oct 10th
Celebrate Wilmington's Fire Forests at the Fire in the Pines Festival a short drive from historic downtown. Learn about the benefit of controlled fire and our local environment from the longleaf pines to the carnivorous plants, wildlife and more! Hop on a hay-ride around the park, listen to live…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Expo/Hobbies/Crafts Family Festivals
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Oct 10th
Set sail aboard a special river cruise and "experience a closer look at the legends that define the Cape Fear Region." As you cruise up the Northeast Cape Fear River, local historian Hunter Ingram will be your guide on an interesting journey taking you 250 years back in time. Learn about the…
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A250th History/Reenactments Literary/Lectures Tours/Cruises
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Saturdays
Find your fresh food essentials and wants as talented artisans join local farmers and more for your ultimate Farm direct shopping! Choose from a variety of local handmade gifts and treasures as well as items for your meals. Check the Events Schedules for Chef Demos and live music details! Located…
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Family Foodie Events Gardens/Flowers Markets
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Recurring | Riverfront Farmers' Market
Wilmington
Saturdays
The Riverfront Farmers' Market sets up on Dock Street in historic downtown every Saturday, starting April through end of November. This pedestrian market features farmers, producers, bakers, artists and crafters. Items available including fresh fruits and berries, mushrooms, vegetables, plants…
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Expo/Hobbies/Crafts Family Foodie Events Gardens/Flowers
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Recurring | HDWM Artisan Market
Wilmington
Sundays
Spend your Sunday leisurely strolling through the Historic Downtown Wilmington Artisan Market where you'll find one of a kind, hand crafted creations by some of the area's best local artisans. The Market features more than 30 rotating artists for an ever-changing collection of locally made art…
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Expo/Hobbies/Crafts Markets
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Music at CAM
Wilmington
Oct 11th + 3 more
Enjoy the brand new music series launched at CAM (Cameron Art Museum) that dives deep into exhibits with musical pairings and "invites audiences to experience the connections between music, art, culture, history, and place." Don't worry about dinner and make a reservation at the on-site…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Culture Museum Exhbit/Prog Music/Concerts
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Indigo Girls in Concert
Wilmington
Oct 11th
Spend a night with the ground breaking GRAMMY winning Indigo Girls, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers, who have been making socially conscious music for over three and a half decades. The folk rock duo's legacy includes sixteen studio albums, millions of records sold, and being described by Rolling Stone…
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Arts/Theatre/Dance Music/Concerts
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Zoomies 1-Mile Walk & 5k
Wilmington
Oct 11th
Celebrate World Mental Health Day with your furry best-friend in this unique dog friendly 5k and 1-mile walk on October 11 at the beautiful Long Leaf Park. Whether you're an avid runner, casual walker, or simply looking for a meaningful way to spend the day with your four-legged friend, this event…
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Family Fitness/Marathons Sports
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