Art in Bloom's 'Desire Path' Brings Ceramics, Jazz & 30+ Artists Through June 7
Art in Bloom Gallery's free 'Desire Path' exhibit runs April 24–June 7, 2026, at Mayfaire, featuring ceramics, paintings, jazz, and 30+ Wilmington artists.
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theArtWorks Indoor & Outdoor Market Fills South Front with Local Makers May 9–10
theArtWorks hosts a free two-day maker market May 9–10, 2026, in Wilmington's South Front District with local artists and handmade goods.
Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek Keeps Local Food Flowing Every Saturday
The Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek Co-op runs every Saturday, 8 a.m.–1 p.m., year-round on Oleander Drive with local produce and more.
Maya Shelton
Apr 21 2026
Design NC: Cocktails in the Courtyard Returns to Cameron Art Museum April 30
Design NC: Cocktails in the Courtyard returns to Cameron Art Museum on April 30, 2026, with cocktails, live music, and designer meet-and-greets.
Jordan Reese
Apr 17 2026
Cape Fear Fair & Expo Brings Rides, Exhibits & Fun Oct 21–25
The Cape Fear Fair & Expo returns Oct 21–25, 2026 to Wilmington Airport grounds with rides, ag exhibits, food vendors, and live entertainment.
Marcus Lane
Apr 16 2026
Cape Fear Blues Festival Returns to Wilmington for Three Days, June 19–21
The Cape Fear Blues Festival returns to Wilmington June 19–21, 2026. Three days of live blues at The Rusty Nail in its milestone 30th year.
Marcus Lane
Apr 16 2026
Print Is Punk! Encore Magazine's Launch Party Hits The Eagle's Dare April 30
Encore Magazine's Print is Punk launch party brings live music, poetry, vendors & DIY print arts to The Eagle's Dare in Wilmington on April 30, 2026.
Maya Shelton
Apr 13 2026
79th NC Azalea Festival Returns to Wilmington April 8–12, 2026
The 79th NC Azalea Festival hits Wilmington April 8–12, 2026, with concerts, garden tours, a parade, and Queen Azalea Elaine Hendrix.
Jordan Reese
Apr 11 2026
NC Azalea Festival 2026: Five Days, 250,000 Visitors, One Big Spring Celebration
The 79th NC Azalea Festival drew 250,000 to Wilmington April 8-12, 2026, with a Street Fair, parade, fireworks, and concerts across downtown.
Marcus Lane
Apr 10 2026
Dear MariBella & the Pigkickers Play Poplar Grove May 1
Dear MariBella & the Pigkickers play a free show at Poplar Grove Plantation's Listening Barn on May 1, 2026, with BBQ, open jam, and more.
Jordan Reese
Apr 03 2026
Poplar Grove's Open Air Market Returns May 21 With Local Vendors Under the Oaks
Poplar Grove Plantation's free Open Air Market runs Wednesdays May 21–Aug 26 with local farmers, bakers, and artisans under the oaks in Wilmington, NC.
Maya Shelton
Apr 01 2026
Wilmington Greek Festival Returns for Its 33rd Year
The 33rd Wilmington Greek Festival returns in May 2026 with authentic food, live music, and dancing at Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church on S. College Road.
Marcus Lane
Mar 30 2026
Cameron Art Museum's 'Sacred Geometry' Glassworks Exhibit Runs Through May 2026
Cameron Art Museum's Sacred Geometry glassworks exhibit runs Nov 2025–May 2026 in Wilmington, NC. A six-month visual arts anchor worth visiting.
Daniel Price
Mar 29 2026
WILMA Dash Activates Convention Center for Wellness-Focused Vendor Play
WILMA Dash & Health Fest fills the Convention Center's 30,000 sq ft Expo Hall with a cross-sector vendor roster signaling local marketing demand.
Daniel Price
Mar 27 2026