Wednesday · July 8
Jelly Roll
Country-rap crossover superstar Jelly Roll brings his massive tour to the riverfront.
Live Oak Bank Pavilion · 7:00 PM
★ This Week in Port City ★
THE WEEK AHEAD
JUL 6 - JUL 12
108 Events · Local Bars & Live Music · Weekly Fun · Concerts · Comedy & Magic
Thursday · July 9
Blackberry Smoke: Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour
Southern rock powerhouse Blackberry Smoke hits the lakefront stage.
Greenfield Lake Amphitheater · 6:00 PM
Tickets↗Saturday · July 11
Straight No Chaser: Beach Bash Tour
A cappella powerhouse Straight No Chaser brings their Beach Bash Tour to the Wilson Center.
Wilson Center · 7:30 PM
Tickets↗Sunday · July 12 · Free
Cargo District Summer Fest
8 hours of food, music, and vendors in Wilmington's coolest neighborhood.
Cargo District · 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Monday · July 6
Comedy & Magic 1
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Open Mic Mondays
Music, comedy, spoken word
Local Bars & Live Music 1
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Asia Daye Live
Family-Friendly 2
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Family Fun Night with Broccoli Brothers Circus
Music, comedy, kids' games
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Turtle Talks at Kure Beach
Pleasure Island Sea Turtle Project
Farmers Markets 1
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Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market
Weekly Fun 3
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Run Club
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Line Dancing (First Monday)
Free beginner lesson
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Music Bingo
Tuesday · July 7
Comedy & Magic 1
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Comedy Open Mic
Local Bars & Live Music 4
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Tuesdays Drum Jam & Dance
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Strings & Things Open Mic Night
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Sheldon Benton Live
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Cape Fear Blues Jam
Family-Friendly 3
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Butterfly Release
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Turtle Talk & Feeding
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Turtle Talks at Carolina Beach Lake Park
Farmers Markets 1
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Kure Beach Market
Weekly Fun 5
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Shag Night
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Walk & Run Club
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Trivia Tuesday
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Pokemon Trading Night
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Retro Gaming Night
Wednesday · July 8
Concerts 2
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Bombargo
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Jelly Roll
Comedy & Magic 3
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Open Mic Night
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DareDevil Improv Night
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Don't Tell Comedy: Cargo District
Secret location revealed day-of, 21+
Local Bars & Live Music 1
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Crystal Fussell Duo
Food & Drink Events 2
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Free Weekly Wine Tasting
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Beaches of the World Food & Wine Pairing
Four courses, four beaches, four wines
Family-Friendly 1
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Story Time by the Sea
With Fairytales and Dreams by the Sea
Farmers Markets 1
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Poplar Grove Open Air Market
Weekly Fun 7
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Jimmy Trivia
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Trivia with RJ
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Music Bingo
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Cornhole Tournament
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Wednesday Trivia
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Weekly Trivia
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Vinyl Night
Thursday · July 9
Concerts 3
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Blackberry Smoke: Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour
Southern rock legends Blackberry Smoke deliver gritty, blues-influenced rock on their Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour 2026.
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Concerts in the Park
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Meet Me at the Sound Summer Concert Series
Comedy & Magic 4
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Daredevil Improv Comedy
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Ladies Night Comedy feat. Trish Smart
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Dead Crow Open Mic
Sign-up 7pm
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Women of Wilmington
All-female stand-up showcase
Local Bars & Live Music 5
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Boots in the Boatyard w/ Morgan Hefferman
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John Hussmann Trio
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Sealevel Stringband
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Adam Carswell Live
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Oceanic Summer Music Series
Family-Friendly 2
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Donna Washington, Storyteller
Donna Washington, an acclaimed storyteller, brings her engaging performance to the Seahawk Summer FAM! series at Kenan Auditorium.
Seahawk Summer FAM!
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Fireworks by the Sea & Boardwalk Blast
Weekly Fun 2
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Trivia Night
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Trivia Night (Golf theme)
Myrtle Beach, SC 53 mi 1 event
ZOSO - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Friday · July 10
Concerts 6
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Bowstring Presents: The Wheeland Brothers' Beach Bar Tour w/ Dylan Cotrone
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Free Concert Friday • Big Reputation: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
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Code Red - FREE SHOW!
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Matt Maeson: Watch My Step Tour
Indie rock artist Matt Maeson brings his introspective songwriting and dynamic performances to the Watch My Step Tour.
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Blakeslee Concert Series
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Summer Concert Series at Airlie Gardens
Comedy & Magic 2
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Josh Mandl Live
Also 9:30pm show
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Josh Mandl Live (Late Show)
Local Bars & Live Music 9
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Dubtown Cosmonauts - Sunset Live Music Series
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Eric Metts Live
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Live Music at Hi-Wire
Weekly Friday live music
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PAPA MIDNIGHT BAND Live
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Port City Bossa Nova
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The Hatch Brothers Live
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PRODUKT! Dance Night
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Randy McQuay Live
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Sunset Live Music Series
Family-Friendly 1
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Movies in the Park: Finding Nemo
Sports & Outdoor 1
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East Coast Got-Em-On King Mackerel Classic
Annual fishing tournament, runs through Jul 12
Outdoor & Sporting Events 1
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Fireworks
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Myrtle Beach, SC 53 mi 1 event
Queens of Country - A Tribute to Iconic Women of Country Music
Durham, NC 133 mi 1 event
Blackberry Smoke
Saturday · July 11
Concerts 3
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Straight No Chaser: Beach Bash Tour
A cappella group Straight No Chaser brings their signature humor and vocal harmonies to a summer beach-themed celebration.
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The Nashville Nights Band: 90s Country Experience
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hallpass w/ Skiff
Comedy & Magic 3
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Josh Mandl Live
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Second Saturday Comedy Grand Finale
Multiple comedians, last chance for this run
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Josh Mandl Live (Late Show)
Local Bars & Live Music 6
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Davis Wells Duo
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Downtown Thunder Behind Bars Bike Night
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Animal Lounge
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The Conspiracy
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The Cut Live
90s/00s cover band
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Wheelhouse Live
Festivals 1
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Dog Days of Summer Fest
Food & Drink Events 2
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An Evening with Vitamin Sea Brewing
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Community Tomato Tasting at the Farmers Market
Family-Friendly 2
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Black Water Adventure Cruise
Kids 13 & under $15
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Wilmington Sports Card, Pokémon & Collectibles Show
Farmers Markets 3
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Riverfront Farmers Market
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Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek
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Carolina Beach Market
Durham, NC 133 mi 1 event
Wilco
Sunday · July 12
Concerts 1
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Boogie in the Park Concert Series
Theater & Performing Arts 2
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The Princess Concert (Matinee)
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The Princess Concert (Evening)
An evening performance of The Princess Concert, part of the Kenan Spotlight series featuring family-friendly entertainment.
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Local Bars & Live Music 5
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Blue Sunday w/ The Rhythm Bones
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Weekly Jazz Jam hosted by Jay Killman
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Jam Sandwich Band
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NO COVER INDIE DOES IT!
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Gage Saylor Live
Festivals 1
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Cargo District Summer Fest
Family-Friendly 2
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The Bubble Fest
Bubble-themed activities for all ages
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Free Summer Movies at the Lake
Farmers Markets 1
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HDWM Artisan Market
Outdoor & Sporting Events 1
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Wilmington Sharks vs Asheboro Zookeepers
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