Wilmington community events

Splash Into Summer

Friday, Jun 14 9:00a

Children's Museum of Wilmington, Wilmington

Kick off the start to summer with a Children's Museum-style pool party! Splash in our inflatable pools, help wash the school bus, play in foam soap (a favorite!), stop by the baby washing station, ...

Cape Fear Green Party

Thursday, Jun 13 6:00p

Cape Fear Green Party, Wilmington

Wilmington area chapter of the North Carolina Green Party meets monthly. Everyone is welcome.

Battleship N.C. Memorial

Monday, May 27 5:45p

USS North Carolina Battleship, Wilmington

will commemorate Memorial Day with inviting the public to observe from the deck of the ship. This 48th annual observance, will include a 21-gun salute. Military musical arrangements by 440th N.C...

Pint Size Polkas

Saturday, Jun 15 11:00a

New Hanover County Regional Library Main Branch, Wilmington

Mike Schneider and his polka band love bringing the happy, bouncing rhythms of polka to people of all ages...

New Hanover County Veterans Council

Monday, May 27 11:00a

Wilmington National Cemetery, Wilmington

will observed Memorial Day services with Mayor Bill Saffo and Commissioner Beth Dawson. Lt. Col. Wes Morrison, N.C. Army National Guard will give a brief patriotic address...

The Bathing Suite in Vintage Ads

Wednesday, Jun 5 11:00a

Latimer House Museum, Wilmington

Elaine Henson, Wilmington native and Lower Cape Fear Historical Society volunteer looks at how our swimwear, for both women and men, has changed from the 1910s to the 1960s...

"The Bathing Suit in Vintage Ads"

Wednesday, Jun 5 11:00a

Lower Cape Fear Historical Society, Wilmington

Local author Elaine Henson shows and discusses ads featuring vintage bathing suits. Optional lunch by Jester's Cafe, $15.Reservations by June 3. Sponsor: Historical Society of the Lower Cape Fear...

Full Moon Cruise

Saturday, May 25 7:00p

Wilmington Water Tours, Wilmington

End your day or start your evening relaxing as you cruise down the Cape Fear River underneath the full moon and a canopy of stars.

Civil War through World War II

Tuesday, May 28 7:00p

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Wilmington

1861-1945: Learn about the Confederate defense of Wilmington, up to coastal defense measures in the region during WWII.

Hidden Battleship

Saturday, Oct 12 8:30a

USS North Carolina Battleship, Wilmington

January 12, 2013 & October 12, 2013 Times: 8:30 – 12:30 pm, 1:30 – 5:30 pm $50 per person. $45 for Friends members or active military...

Carolina Beach Cruise

Sunday, Jun 2 10:00a

Wilmington Water Tours, Wilmington

Boss Arts Camp 2013

Monday, Jun 17 9:00a

Hannah Block Community Arts Center, Wilmington

Enjoy the fun on Broadway on 2nd Street Arts Camp 2013. Be a part of your own version of a different Broadway Musical each week. Dance, sing, paint, act and build each day...

Big Buddy Shoot Out 20th Anniversary

Saturday, Jun 1 2:00p

Hoggard High School Gymnasium, Wilmington

The 20th Anniversary Big Buddy Shoot Out, "Wilmington Police Department vs. New Hanover County Sheriff" will be held June 1st at the Hoggard High School Gym. Doors open at 1pm...

The Penguin Music Festival

Saturday, Jun 1 2:00p

The New Castle Street Art and Antique District, Wilmington

Featuring: Railroad Earth (Americana, progressive bluegrass), Todd Snider (folk rock) and more Full Listing: 983thepenguin.com/penguin-music-festival...