19 Things to Do in Wilmington NC This Week · July 9–12, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Blackberry Smoke: Rattle, Ramble and Roll Tour

Southern rock outfit Blackberry Smoke brings their 2026 tour to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater for a lakeside summer night.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, Wilmington

Straight No Chaser – Beach Bash

The beloved a cappella group Straight No Chaser brings their Beach Bash tour to Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 7:30 PM · Wilson Center at CFCC, Wilmington

Margaritaville Presents Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band

Jimmy Buffett's legendary Coral Reefer Band returns to the stage at Live Oak Bank Pavilion for a beachy summer celebration.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 · Live Oak Bank Pavilion, Wilmington

Jayson Arendt at The Bend

Singer-songwriter Jayson Arendt performs a live set at The Bend for an intimate evening of original music.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 7:30 PM · The Bend, Wilmington

Arts & Culture

Carrie: The Musical – PTPT Apprentice Theatre

PTPT Apprentice Theatre stages the iconic Stephen King musical at Thalian Hall for a limited four-night run.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 · Thalian Hall, Wilmington

Psycho – Jengo's Playhouse

Alfred Hitchcock's classic thriller screens at Jengo's Playhouse in downtown Wilmington for a one-night cinema experience.

Friday, July 10, 2026 · Jengo's Playhouse, Wilmington

Canvases for Conservation Online Auction – Art in Bloom Gallery

Art in Bloom Gallery launches its Canvases for Conservation online auction, offering original works by regional artists to support conservation causes.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 · Art in Bloom Gallery / Online

Festivals & Special Events

East Coast Got-Em-On King Mackerel Classic

Carolina Beach hosts this beloved annual fishing tournament with competitive angling, prizes, and Cape Fear coast camaraderie over a full weekend.

Friday, July 10, 2026 · Carolina Beach

PCYP July Networking Social at The Elia

Port City Young Professionals hosts their July networking social at The Elia with free food, giveaways, and business connections — tickets required.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 5:30 PM · The Elia, Wilmington

Outdoors & Active

SUP Yoga – Saturdays at Wrightsville Beach

Wilmington Yoga Center offers stand-up paddleboard yoga every Saturday through August — board included, pre-registration required.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · Wrightsville Beach

Pier Yoga – Crystal Pier

Be Unlimited Yoga hosts daily pier yoga sessions at Crystal Pier at Wrightsville Beach all summer long — drop-in or use a class pack via MINDBODY.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · Crystal Pier, Wrightsville Beach

Seasonal Element Yin – Yoga Workshop

A restorative yin yoga workshop rooted in seasonal elements at 507 Castle Street — a grounding afternoon practice for all levels.

Sunday, July 19, 2026 3:00 PM · 507 Castle Street, Wilmington

Food & Drink

Circle Pit BBQ Pop-Up Window

Circle Pit BBQ serves up worldwide BBQ, street food, and Carolina classics every Thursday and Friday evening from their pick-up window at 3rd Street Eats.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 6:00 PM · 3rd Street Eats, Wilmington

Chef Demo at Trask Family Farm

A hands-on chef demonstration at Trask Family Farm in Castle Hayne — a rare farm-to-table experience just outside the city.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 10:00 AM · Castle Hayne

The Wilmington Margarita Festival

Wilmington's signature summer fiesta brings together the best margaritas, food, and live vibes at ChowTown for a crowd-pleasing afternoon.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 12:00 PM · ChowTown, Wilmington

Date Night

Relational Energetic Hygiene Workshop – Terra Sol

Terra Sol hosts the second in their Energetic Hygiene series exploring relationship energy and boundaries, led by Maura and Mercedes in the Castle Street District.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 1:00 PM · Terra Sol, Castle Street District, Wilmington

Jurassic Park in Concert – Wilmington Symphony Orchestra

The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra performs a full live score to the classic Jurassic Park film at Wilson Center — available at 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 2:30 PM & 7:30 PM · Wilson Center @ CFCC, Wilmington

Free Events

Wilmington Run Club – Friday Morning Run at Hidden Grounds

Wilmington Run Club meets every Friday morning at Hidden Grounds for a community run through downtown — all paces welcome.

Friday, July 10, 2026 6:30 AM · Hidden Grounds, Wilmington

Run Con Sazón – Weekly Community Run at The Loop

Wilmington's Latin-flavored run club meets every Wednesday in July at The Loop at Wrightsville Beach for a 2.5-mile route — all paces welcome.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 7:00 PM · 321 Causeway Dr., Wrightsville Beach