Things to Do

Efficiently maintaining over 25 parks and athletic facilities. The department manages over 2,800 acres of green space, sporting areas, boat ramps, fishing areas, public spaces, walking trails and non-park properties, including historic Airlie Garden (67 acres filled with formal gardens, wildlife…

Wilmington City Docks are located on the Cape Fear River (approximately 15 miles from the ICW) along the picturesque Historic Downtown Riverwalk. Boats will be within walking distance to: hotels, delicious dining, unique shopping, exciting attractions, music and nightlife, post office, banks and…

With a vast variety of activities here in Wilmington you are sure to never be bored. Classes, venues and tons of seasonal activities are offered. For a list of what Wilmington has to offer for their Parks, Recreation, and Downtown Services please see visit their Website or Social Media for the…

Located in the middle of the Fitness Loop (a two-and-a-half-mile paved walking and running path), Wrightsville Beach Park has two outdoor basketball courts, four tennis courts, pickleball courts, three sand volleyball pits, one softball field, an open area for soccer/flag football as well as an…