Get the Weekly

★ This Weekend in Port City ★

THE WEEKEND

JUN 12 - JUN 14

102 Events · Local Bars & Live Music · Family-Friendly · Theater & Performing Arts · Concerts

Friday · June 12 · $70.71

SIX the Musical

Tony-winning pop musical — Henry VIII's six queens take the mic. 5 showtimes Fri-Sun.

Wilson Center · 7:30 PM

Tickets

Friday · June 12

Lauren Daigle

Grammy-winning powerhouse vocalist lights up the riverfront amphitheater.

Live Oak Bank Pavilion · 7:00 PM

Tickets

Saturday · June 13

Big Something w/ Kendall Street Company + Jacoozy

Genre-bending NC jam band brings a high-energy triple bill to the lakeside stage.

Greenfield Lake Amphitheater · 5:00 PM

Tickets

Saturday · June 13 · Free

Bluegrass in the Grove Fest

All-day bluegrass blowout: Mason Via, Carson Peters, 8+ bands, dance workshops.

Poplar Grove Plantation · 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday · June 12

41 events

Concerts 5

  • Hampstead Alive After Five: Heart Stop

    Food trucks available

    Hampstead Kiwanis Park · Friday · June 12 · 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM · Free

  • Corey Smith: Suburban Drawl Tour w/ Joe Copple

    Bowstring Wilmington · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM

  • Lauren Daigle

    Contemporary Christian and pop artist Lauren Daigle delivers powerful vocals and uplifting melodies at Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

    Live Oak Bank Pavilion · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM

  • Jess Klein

    Doors 7pm

    Live at Ted's · Friday · June 12 · 8:00 PM · $22

  • Summer Concert Series at Airlie Gardens

    Family-friendly under the Airlie Oak

    Airlie Gardens · Friday · June 12

Theater & Performing Arts 7

  • Labyrinth (1986) — 40th Anniversary

    Family Series, runs June 8-14

    Thalian Hall · Friday · June 12 · 10:00 AM · $5+

  • The Devil Wears Prada 2

    New Release, runs June 5-11 (final showing Fri)

    Thalian Hall · Friday · June 12 · 1:00 PM · $10+

  • Erupcja

    New Release, runs June 8-13

    Thalian Hall · Friday · June 12 · 4:15 PM · $10+

  • SIX the Musical

    A modern musical retelling of the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII, blending pop and contemporary music with historical drama.

    Wilson Center · Friday · June 12 · 7:30 PM · $70.71

  • Escape from New York (1981) — 45th Anniversary

    John Carpenter's cult classic sci-fi action film celebrating its 45th anniversary as part of the Cult Series.

    Cult Series, runs June 12-13

    Thalian Hall · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM · $10+

  • GAFA Studios presents The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe

    A theatrical adaptation of C.S. Lewis's classic fantasy novel, bringing the magical world of Narnia to life on stage.

    UNCW Kenan Auditorium · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM · $15+

  • Shakespeare on the Green | Dream Festival

    Greenfield Lake Amphitheater · Friday · June 12

Comedy & Magic 1

  • Dan Duvall

    Dead Crow Comedy Room · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM

Local Bars & Live Music 11

  • Dane Britt Band — Sunset Live Music Series

    Marina Grill · Friday · June 12 · 5:00 PM · Free

  • Dan Davis Jazz Trio

    Wheelz Pizza 5-9, Bad B's Book Bus, anniversary vendor market

    Outer Dunes Brewing · Friday · June 12 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Free

  • Free Concert Friday: Bad Romance (Lady Gaga Tribute)

    The Eagle's Dare · Friday · June 12 · 6:00 PM · Free

  • Latin Night w/ Wilmington Latin Dance & DJ Chris Perez

    Food: Made in Venezuela 5-8pm

    Waterline Brewing · Friday · June 12 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Free

  • Live Music

    Hi-Wire Brewing · Friday · June 12 · 6:00 PM · Free

  • Jazz Club w/ The Jim Ferris Trio

    Bourgie Nights · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM

  • Motion Made Jazz Trio

    Food truck: Leo's Pizza 5pm

    Fermental · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM · Free

  • Overtyme

    Seven Mile Post · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM · Free

  • Tunnel Vision w/ special guest Capital Dub

    Doors 6pm, weather permitting

    Reel Cafe · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

  • Zep (Members of Dale & The ZDubs)

    The Bend · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Free

  • Southern Trouble

    SeaWitch Tiki Bar · Friday · June 12 · 8:00 PM – midnight · Free

Festivals 2

  • Cape Fear Blues Festival #29

    Festival runs Fri-Sun

    The Rusty Nail · Friday · June 12 · 8:00 PM

  • Cape Queer Pride Fest

    Festival runs through June 14

    Brooklyn Arts District · Friday · June 12

Food & Drink Events 2

  • Lieutenant Blenders Cocktails in a Bag Tasting

    The Veggie Wagon (Wilmington) · Friday · June 12 · 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM · Free

  • A Night in Spain Paella Party

    Featuring Eduardo de Rosamaria, Flamenco Guitarist + Dancer Marissa la Tranquila

    Brunswick Beer XChange · Friday · June 12 · 7:00 PM · $30.45+

Family-Friendly 10

  • Kaleidoscope Play and Learn

    Ages 0-5

    Northeast Library · Friday · June 12 · 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Free

  • Dino Sing Along @ Main

    Main Library · Friday · June 12 · 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM · Free

  • Friday Funday at Ironclad Golf & Beer Garden

    Ironclad Golf & Beer Garden · Friday · June 12 · 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Hubblo: Immersive Dome Movies

    Thalian Hall · Friday · June 12 · 12:00 PM

  • Boundless Tour in the PNC USCT Park

    Cameron Art Museum · Friday · June 12 · 1:00 PM · Free

  • Movies in the Park: The Parent Trap

    Begins at sundown

    Soundside Park · Friday · June 12 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM · Free

  • Bellamy Mansion Ghost Hunt

    Bellamy Mansion · Friday · June 12

  • Flytrap Hike at Carolina Beach State Park

    Recurring weekly

    Carolina Beach State Park · Friday · June 12 · Free

  • Sunflower Maze & Festival

    Final weekend

    Trask Family Farms · Friday · June 12

  • The Butterfly House at Airlie Gardens

    Airlie Gardens · Friday · June 12

Outdoor & Sporting Events 3

  • Wilmington Sharks vs Queen City Corndogs

    Buck Hardee Field · Friday · June 12 · 7:05 PM

  • Jolly Mon King Classic

    Family fishing tournament Jun 12-14

    Ocean Isle Beach · Friday · June 12

  • Spanish Mackerel Open

    Fishing tournament Jun 12-14

    Wrightsville Beach · Friday · June 12

Saturday · June 13

45 events

Concerts 3

  • Big Something w/ Kendall Street Company + Jacoozy

    High-energy funk and rock band known for their electrifying live shows and instrumental prowess.

    Greenfield Lake Amphitheater · Saturday · June 13 · 5:00 PM

  • Sister Hazel w/ Frank & The Watsons

    Bowstring Wilmington · Saturday · June 13 · 7:00 PM

  • TANASI

    Doors 7pm

    Live at Ted's · Saturday · June 13 · 8:00 PM · $22

Theater & Performing Arts 4

  • Rocky Horror Shadowcast

    By Pineapple-Shaped Lamps

    The Eagle's Dare · Saturday · June 13 · 11:00 PM

  • GAFA Studios presents The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe

    A theatrical adaptation of C.S. Lewis's classic fantasy novel, bringing the magical world of Narnia to life on stage.

    UNCW Kenan Auditorium · Saturday · June 13 · 2:30 PM · $15+

  • SIX the Musical

    A modern musical retelling of the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII, blending pop and contemporary music with historical drama.

    Wilson Center · Saturday · June 13 · 2:00 PM · $70.71

  • The Whorror Pride Show

    Horror-inspired drag, fully trans cast, 18+

    The Barzarre · Saturday · June 13 · 9:00 PM – 11:59 PM · $10

Comedy & Magic 3

  • Women+ Through History: A Comedy Show (Ladyfolk Productions)

    Benefits Hysteria play fundraiser

    Waterline Brewing · Saturday · June 13 · 6:30 PM · $10

  • Dan Duvall

    Dead Crow Comedy Room · Saturday · June 13 · 7:00 PM

  • DareDevil Improv's Cargo District Comedy Powder Keg

    The Azalea Station · Saturday · June 13 · 7:00 PM

Local Bars & Live Music 11

  • Palate Last Day Celebration (w/ Frank Grant and The Fellin')

    Live music 1-4pm; huge discounts all day

    Palate · Saturday · June 13 · 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

  • Pride By The Beach Bash & Fundraiser

    Drag show, vendors, specialty cocktails

    Sammy Sea's · Saturday · June 13 · 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  • Crow With No Mouth & Friends (Early Show)

    The Barzarre · Saturday · June 13 · 6:00 PM

  • Jack Jack 180 — Sunset Live Music Series

    Marina Grill · Saturday · June 13 · 6:00 PM · Free

  • Last Chance Band

    Carolina Hibachi 5-8

    Outer Dunes Brewing · Saturday · June 13 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Free

  • Night of a Thousand Gaga's — Cape Queer Pride Benefit Show

    Donations to LGBTQ Center suggested

    The Eagle's Dare · Saturday · June 13 · 6:00 PM · Free

  • Hatch Brothers

    Seven Mile Post · Saturday · June 13 · 7:00 PM · Free

  • Jesse Stockton Band + DJ

    DJ 9pm-midnight

    The Bend · Saturday · June 13 · 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Free

  • The Dan Davis Group

    National Rose Day Celebration; food truck Leo's Pizza 5pm

    Fermental · Saturday · June 13 · 7:00 PM · Free

  • OMG Band

    SeaWitch Tiki Bar · Saturday · June 13 · 8:00 PM – midnight · Free

  • Big Something Official Afterparty w/ Domocile

    Bourgie Nights · Saturday · June 13 · 9:30 PM

Festivals 3

  • Bluegrass in the Grove Fest

    Poplar Grove Plantation · Saturday · June 13 · 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Free

  • Cape Fear Blues Festival #29

    The Rusty Nail · Saturday · June 13

  • Cape Queer Pride Fest

    Brooklyn Arts District · Saturday · June 13

Food & Drink Events 6

  • Gumdrop Garden Benefit

    Candy Land themed; 2 beer releases, music, food, tie-dye; benefits LGBTQ Center

    Flytrap Brewing · Saturday · June 13 · 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Free

  • Wilmington Distillery 4 Year Anniversary Celebration

    2pm free BBQ + cake, drink specials all day, live music

    Wilmington Distillery · Saturday · June 13 · 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM · Free

  • Tiki Cocktail Class

    Learn 3 classic tropical cocktails

    Dram & Draught · Saturday · June 13 · 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM · $52+

  • Lieutenant Blenders Cocktails in a Bag Tasting

    The Veggie Wagon · Saturday · June 13 · 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM · Free

  • Leland Brewing Three Year Anniversary Celebration

    Specials all-day, raffle, music, food trucks

    Leland Brewing · Saturday · June 13 · Free

  • Savard Beer & Board One Year Anniversary Bash

    Surfboard raffle, music, food

    Savard Beer & Board · Saturday · June 13 · Free

Family-Friendly 11

  • Ironclad Junior Golf Clinic — Starting with the Basics

    Ironclad Golf & Beer Garden · Saturday · June 13 · 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM · $20

  • Cape Fear Bonsai Society Exhibition

    Arboretum Education Center · Saturday · June 13 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Free

  • Outlander in the Cape Fear Cruise (with Hunter Ingram)

    Also 12pm cruise; under 13 $20

    Wilmington Water Tours · Saturday · June 13 · 10:00 AM · $40

  • WAVVES Fitness Day

    5K, Pilates, strength class, vendors

    Waterline Brewing · Saturday · June 13 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • No Sleeves Magic: Pirates Have Problems!

    Northeast Library · Saturday · June 13 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Free

  • Read to a Dog (Love on a Leash)

    Ages 5-12

    Main Library · Saturday · June 13 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Free

  • Family Trivia: America250

    Pleasure Island Library · Saturday · June 13 · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM · Free

  • Pinewood Derby

    Brunswick Beer XChange · Saturday · June 13 · 2:00 PM

  • Kids Freshwater Fishing Day

    Catch and release; bait provided

    Surf City Community Center · Saturday · June 13 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Free

  • Sunflower Maze & Festival

    Trask Family Farms · Saturday · June 13

  • Yoga on Kure Beach

    Recurring weekly

    Kure Beach · Saturday · June 13

Farmers Markets 3

  • Riverfront Farmers Market

    Riverfront Farmers Market · Saturday · June 13 · 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Free

  • Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek

    Tidal Creek Co-Op Market · Saturday · June 13 · 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Free

  • Carolina Beach Market

    Carolina Beach Lake Park · Saturday · June 13 · Free

Outdoor & Sporting Events 1

  • Wilmington Sharks vs Peninsula Pilots

    Buck Hardee Field · Saturday · June 13 · 7:05 PM

Sunday · June 14

16 events

Concerts 2

  • WHQR STNL w/ Brad Heller & The Fustics

    Doors 3pm

    Live at Ted's · Sunday · June 14 · 4:00 PM · $16.50

  • JUMP: America's Van Halen Experience w/ Audiomelt

    Bowstring Wilmington · Sunday · June 14 · 7:00 PM

Theater & Performing Arts 1

  • SIX the Musical

    A modern musical retelling of the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII, blending pop and contemporary music with historical drama.

    Wilson Center · Sunday · June 14 · 1:00 PM · $70.71

Local Bars & Live Music 5

  • Justin Cody Fox Duo

    Waterline Brewing · Sunday · June 14 · 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Free

  • Weekly Jazz Jam hosted by Jay Killman

    Food truck: Cape Fear Smash

    Fermental · Sunday · June 14 · 5:00 PM · Free

  • Jaden Money

    SeaWitch Tiki Bar · Sunday · June 14 · 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Free

  • The Darts w/ The Girls

    The Eagle's Dare · Sunday · June 14 · 6:00 PM

  • Pride Amplified — 3 Bands Alt Rock/Punk/DIY

    The Barzarre · Sunday · June 14 · 7:00 PM

Festivals 2

  • Cape Fear Blues Festival #29

    The Rusty Nail · Sunday · June 14

  • Cape Queer Pride Fest

    Brooklyn Arts District · Sunday · June 14

Food & Drink Events 2

  • Sunday Social Brunch: Limoncello Tribute

    Also 12pm seating; flights, syrup, candles

    Farfalla · Sunday · June 14 · 10:30 AM · $78

  • Tara Nicole's Very Special Pride Drag Brunch

    The Eagle's Dare · Sunday · June 14 · 1:00 PM · $13+

Family-Friendly 3

  • Puppet Making Workshop

    Pine Valley Library · Sunday · June 14 · 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM · Free

  • Sunday Morning Outdoor Yoga Flow

    Recurring weekly

    Carolina Beach State Park Marina · Sunday · June 14

  • Sunflower Maze & Festival

    Final day

    Trask Family Farms · Sunday · June 14

Farmers Markets 1

  • HDWM Artisan Market

    Historic Downtown Wilmington · Sunday · June 14 · Free

This week's lineup  ·  ← Back to archive  ·  About Port City Lowdown