18 Things to Do in Wilmington NC This Week · July 16–19, 2026

Music & Nightlife

An Evening With Band of Horses and Dinosaur Jr.

Two beloved indie rock acts share the stage for a special co-headlining evening at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, Wilmington

Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA & More

A second Candlelight concert on Friday night pays tribute to ABBA and other pop classics in an intimate, candlelit setting.

Friday, July 17, 2026 8:45 PM · Wilmington

Date Night

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

Fever's atmospheric candlelit concert series brings tributes to Coldplay and Imagine Dragons to a glowing Wilmington venue.

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:45 PM · Wilmington

Jurassic Park in Concert

The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams' iconic score live while the classic film screens above — two showings at the Wilson Center.

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

Tarot and Taps at Ponysaurus

A mystical evening pairing craft beer with tarot card readings at Ponysaurus Brewing in Wilmington — a quirky and memorable night out.

Friday, July 24, 2026 7:00 PM · Ponysaurus Brewing, Wilmington

Floral Design Class

A hands-on floral design class where you'll learn to create beautiful arrangements — a creative and memorable evening activity.

Thursday, July 30, 2026 5:30 PM · 16090 US-17, Wilmington area

Arts & Culture

"The Travel Companion" Screening at Jengo's Playhouse

Simon, a struggling documentary filmmaker, enjoys free flights in this film screening at Jengo's Playhouse, running 7:30–9:30 PM.

Friday, July 17, 2026 7:30 PM · Jengo's Playhouse, 815 Princess Street, Wilmington

Sand Casting in Delft Clay Workshop

Cape Fear Makers Guild hosts a hands-on sand casting metalworking workshop — a rare maker-skill class in a community studio setting.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 7:00 PM · Wilmington

Outdoors & Active

Past Meets Pavement Walking Tours: Wilmington and the American Civil War

A 90-minute guided walking tour through historic downtown Wilmington exploring the city's role in the American Civil War, departing from Bellamy Mansion.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:00 AM · Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market Street, Wilmington

Masonboro Island Yoga Boat Trip

Terra Sol Sanctuary and Wrightsville Beach Scenic Tours offer a boat cruise to Masonboro Island followed by a 30-minute gentle yoga session — arrive by 5:15 PM.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 5:15 PM · Masonboro Island (departing Wrightsville Beach)

SUP Yoga – Wednesday Night Sunset

Wilmington Yoga Center leads a paddleboard yoga session timed to the sunset — $35 includes board rental, beginners welcome.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 6:00 PM · Wrightsville Beach

Free Events

Wilmington Run Club – Friday Morning Run

Wilmington Run Club meets every Friday morning at Hidden Grounds downtown — a welcoming, inclusive community run to start the day.

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:30 AM · Hidden Grounds, Downtown Wilmington

55+ Acting Workshop

A free acting workshop at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center designed to help adults 55 and older step into the spotlight.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 12:00 PM · Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, 120 South 2nd Street, Wilmington

Seasonal Element Yin

A seasonal yin yoga class on Castle Street designed to slow down and connect with the rhythms of summer.

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

Family-Friendly

Peter Pan (1953) – Thalian Hall Cinema Family Series

Free screening of the classic 1953 Peter Pan animated film as part of Thalian Hall's summer Cinema Family Series — tickets still required.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Thalian Hall, Wilmington

Sports

Wilmington Summer Soccer Watch Party

Community watch party for the World Cup final match at Riverfront Park next to Live Oak Bank Pavilion, with food, drinks, kids' activities, and giveaways.

Sunday, July 19, 2026 2:30 PM · Riverfront Park, Wilmington

Bag it for the Broncos! Cornhole Tournament

A fun charity cornhole tournament at Leland Brewing Company benefiting local causes — competitive bags meets craft beer.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 5:00 PM · Leland Brewing Company

Food & Drink

Women's Social Club Book Club: Saturday Morning Brunch

The Women's Social Club gathers for their July Saturday morning brunch at Amanecer Cocina & Café — a relaxed community brunch gathering.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 · Amanecer Cocina & Café, Wilmington