Events

Honoring all who served, Wilmington's Annual Southeast North Carolina Veteran's Parade is one of the finest! View exciting marching bands, military units, pipe and drump corps, and groups from across Southeastern NC. The celebration kicks off in front of Thalian Hall on Third Street with live…

Celebrate the holidays coastal-style at the annual NC Holiday Flotilla. A local delight since 1983, the celebration kicks off Friday night with the Wrightsville Beach Tree Lighting Ceremony that is open to the public. The fun continues Saturday with the Festival in the Park featuring over 100 arts…

Join the festivities of Wilmington Holiday Parade! Brightly lit marching bands, floats, entertainers and of course, Santa Claus, bring this sparkling Christmas Tradition to all ages. The Parade begins at North Front and Walnut, Street traveling south on Front to Church Street. Don't miss out on…

Join the Holiday fun the week after Thanksgiving on Friday, December 4th celebrating the annual Carolina Beach Christmas Parade. Floats, bands and Santa Claus will be there to add to the festivities of the season and provide a night of free family entertainment and holiday cheer. Traditionally…

Boats of all shapes and sizes, sparkling with thousands of lights, present a spectacular display on the Intracoastal Waterway during the annual Island of Lights Christmas Flotilla. Cruising from Snows Cut to the Carolina Beach Boat Basin and back, competing for prizes, these water crafts add to…

Recently ranked in the top ten national Flower Festivals by USA today, join the excitement as The North Carolina Azalea Festival celebrates Wilmington's exceptional artwork, gardens, rich history and culture during its days of pageantry. Celebrate Spring Southern style with colorful parades…