Friday · October 16
Ty Myers: The Legal Tour 2026 w/ Brent Cobb & Benny G
Rising country breakout plays Riverfront's biggest stage.
Live Oak Bank Pavilion · 7:30 PM
Tickets↗★ This Weekend in Port City ★
THE WEEKEND
OCT 16 - OCT 18
71 Events · Local Bars & Live Music · Festivals · Family-Friendly · Concerts
Friday · October 16
Little River Band — 50 Years and More Tour
Classic rock legends celebrate 50 years at the Wilson Center.
Wilson Center · 7:30 PM
Tickets↗Saturday · October 17
Elmo's Got the Moves — Sesame Street Live
Elmo & Sesame Street friends live on stage — made for the kids.
Wilson Center · 2:00 PM
Tickets↗Saturday · October 17 · Free to watch
IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina
Thousands of athletes swim, bike & run across the Cape Fear.
Wrightsville Beach + Downtown Wilmington ·
Sunday · October 18
The Hip Abduction
Reggae-rock favorites close the weekend lakeside.
Greenfield Lake Amphitheater · 5:30 PM
Tickets↗Friday · October 16
Concerts 4
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Little River Band — 50 Years and More Tour
Classic rock legends Little River Band performs their iconic hits from the 1970s and 1980s, including 'Reminiscing' and 'Lady.'
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The Purple Xperience (Prince Tribute)
The Purple Xperience is a tribute celebration featuring the iconic music and legacy of Prince.
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Ty Myers: The Legal Tour 2026 w/ Brent Cobb & Benny G
Country music artist Ty Myers brings The Legal Tour 2026 to Live Oak Bank Pavilion in Wilmington.
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Rodrigo y Gabriela — OurHome Tour
Guitar virtuosos Rodrigo y Gabriela showcase their distinctive flamenco-inspired acoustic artistry on the Ourhome Tour.
Theater & Performing Arts 2
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In His Steps — The Musical
Students $9.99
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Panorama: A Musical Voyage
Comedy & Magic 1
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Jason Cheny
Two shows
Local Bars & Live Music 8
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Hip-Hop House Party ft. DJ Slim Deluxe
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Dubtown Cosmonauts — Sunset Live Music Series
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Sail Away Ladies (Live Music)
Food truck: Coastal 523 at 5pm
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Shoot to Thrill: All-Female Tribute to AC/DC
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The Doorsmen (Live Music)
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The Oh-G's Family Band
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Justin Cody Fox Duo
Doors 7pm
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Spencer Carlson Band
Festivals 1
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Autumn with Topsail Festival
Runs Fri-Sun
Food & Drink Events 2
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Oyster Roast at Ponysaurus Brewing
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Films on Tap: The Craft
Family-Friendly 1
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Haunted Thalian Hall Tours
Sports & Outdoor 1
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Pleasure Island Surf Fishing Challenge
Runs Fri-Sun
Weekly Fun 1
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Spooky Drag Plant Bingo
Saturday · October 17
Concerts 1
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An Evening of Soul with Keith Washington and Howard Hewett
Soul music legends Keith Washington and Howard Hewett perform an evening of classic and contemporary soul.
Theater & Performing Arts 2
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{DRAG} The Whorror Show — House of Heaux Live
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Nightmares / Daydreams: A Halloween Cabaret
Comedy & Magic 2
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Comedy Powder Keg
DareDevil Improv sketch & improv showcase
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Jason Cheny
Two shows
Local Bars & Live Music 7
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Live Music at Hi-Wire
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Latin Night
Beginner dance lesson + DJ Borichamo
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Claymore Band + DJ
DJ 9pm-12am
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Lee's Cut (Live Music)
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Shadow Bash (Metal Night)
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Tripodacus Round Table Revival
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Tony Jonez Experience
Sips & Songs: Jesse Stockton 2pm
Festivals 10
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Fall Festival at Riverlights
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Wilmington Record Show
DJ Stowe + Yard Doggs, food trucks
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St Joseph's Fall Block Party
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DrumTrout's Annual Fall Festival
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Oktoberfest at Ogden Tap Room
German food, beer, Harbor Town Fest Band, wiener dog races
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Shaktoberfest 2026
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Tabtoberfest
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Fright on Wright: Project Resonance
Children $10
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Halloween Bash
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NC Oyster Festival
Runs Sat & Sun
Food & Drink Events 3
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German Beer Tap Takeover
Live music: Blarney Brogues 7pm, food truck New England Peddlah 5pm
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Hope Harbor Home DV Fundraiser
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NC Coastal Oyster Roast Benefit
Family-Friendly 5
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Pottery Painting Workshop
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Barktoberfest
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Woof-A-Ween: Dog Halloween Party
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Elmo's Got the Moves — Sesame Street Live
A fun, energetic performance featuring the beloved Sesame Street character Elmo in an entertaining dance and music spectacular for families.
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Battleship Fall Fest: Season Finale
Farmers Markets 2
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Riverfront Farmers Market
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Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek
Sports & Outdoor 1
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IRONMAN 70.3 North Carolina
North Wilkesboro, NC 224 mi 1 event
NASCAR at North Wilkesboro
Sunday · October 18
Concerts 3
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Noah Guthrie
Doors 3pm
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The Hip Abduction
The Hip Abduction brings eclectic indie rock and alternative music to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.
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Boogie in the Park: Brown Dirt Cowboys
Theater & Performing Arts 3
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Bachtoberfest 2026: Tallis Chamber Orchestra
Weekly Jazz Jam 5pm; Food truck: Leo's Pizza
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UNCW Choirs
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UNCW String Ensemble
Local Bars & Live Music 3
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Blue Sunday w/ Rhythm Bones
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Jim Quick and the Coastline Band
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Treya (Vocals & a Vibe)
Food & Drink Events 3
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Boozy Sing-A-Long Brunch
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BOOts and Brunch
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Chilli Cook-Off
Family-Friendly 3
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Pokefest Market (Pokepalooza)
Mark Herbert's Futureshine 3-5pm
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Pumpkins & Purrs All 4 Cats Fundraiser
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Family Fun Day
Farmers Markets 1
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HDWM Artisan Market
Sports & Outdoor 1
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Zombie Run 5K and Monster Mile
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