23 Things to Do in Wilmington NC This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Arts & Culture

William and Judith - a play by Cody Daigle-Orians

A new play by Cody Daigle-Orians runs for multiple performances at historic Thalian Hall this weekend.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:30 PM · Thalian Hall Center for Performing Arts

Dolly!

Thalian Hall's Main Attraction Series presents Dolly!, a celebration of Dolly Parton's music and legacy, for one night only.

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:30 PM · Thalian Hall Center for Performing Arts

Judy Collins with the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra

Folk legend Judy Collins performs accompanied by the full Wilmington Symphony Orchestra at Wilson Center.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:30 PM · Wilson Center at CFCC

Music & Nightlife

Let's Sing Taylor

A Taylor Swift tribute sing-along experience comes to The Wilson Center for a night of Swiftie fun.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · The Wilson Center

Waylon Wyatt - Everywhere Under The Sun

Rising country artist Waylon Wyatt brings his Everywhere Under The Sun tour to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Greenfield Lake Amphitheater

Husk Soirée

Local DJs NË, Jah, and Matt Lloyd spin house music in the open-air courtyard of The Husk in downtown Wilmington.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 6:00 PM · The Husk, Downtown Wilmington

Punt Night at Barzarre

Punk Night at Barzarre brings local and touring punk acts to this eclectic beer, spirits, and tacos bar.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:00 PM · Barzarre

Earth, Wind & Fire

Legendary funk and soul icons Earth, Wind & Fire bring their timeless hits to Live Oak Bank Pavilion for one electrifying night.

Sunday, May 17, 2026 8:30 PM · Live Oak Bank Pavilion

Date Night

Meka La Crème's Jazz Cabaret with the Speakeasy 7

An intimate jazz cabaret night featuring Meka La Crème and the Speakeasy 7 at The Eagle's Dare bar.

Friday, May 8, 2026 8:00 PM · The Eagle's Dare

Mother's Day Flower Arranging Class

Create a beautiful floral arrangement as a gift or treat yourself at this hands-on Mother's Day class at End of Days Distillery.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 2:00 PM · End of Days Distillery

Marriage and Other Atrocities: A Horror Cabaret

A darkly comedic horror cabaret show at Bourgie Nights blending theatrical performances with late-night atmosphere.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:00 PM · Bourgie Nights

Women's Social Club Wilmington – Tee Time + Tacos

The Women's Social Club hosts a fun evening of mini golf at Putter Pub followed by tacos at K38 — a great way to meet new people.

Wednesday, May 14, 2026 · Putter Pub + K38

Family-Friendly

Mother's Day Brunch

Celebrate Mother's Day with a special brunch at a Wilmington waterfront restaurant.

Sunday, May 10, 2026 11:30 AM · 649 Rivage Promenade, Wilmington

Outdoors & Active

Wilmington Run Club – Friday Riverfront Run

Join the Wilmington Run Club every Friday at 6:30 AM for a 3-mile route along the scenic riverfront — all paces welcome.

Friday, May 8, 2026 6:30 AM · Downtown Wilmington Riverfront

Pier Yoga at Crystal Pier

Take your yoga practice oceanside with weekly sessions on Crystal Pier at Wrightsville Beach, every Saturday and Sunday morning.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:30 AM · Crystal Pier, Wrightsville Beach

Masonboro Island Yoga Boat Trip

Terra Sol Sanctuary leads a magical morning on Masonboro Island with a boat cruise and 30-minute gentle yoga session.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 8:45 AM · Masonboro Island (boat departs Wrightsville Beach)

Run Con Sazón – Wrightsville Beach Loop

Run Con Sazón hosts a weekly Wednesday evening run around the Wrightsville Beach Loop — walk, jog, or run, all are welcome.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 6:30 PM · Wrightsville Beach Park

Festivals & Special Events

Wilmington Greek Festival

A beloved annual weekend festival featuring authentic Greek food, music, dancing, and culture in the Cape Fear region.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · Wilmington

Free Events

Science Fiction Book Club - Red Rising by Pierce Brown

The Cape Fear Makers Guild hosts a sci-fi book club discussion of Red Rising by Pierce Brown — all are welcome.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 7:00 PM · Wilmington

Water Street Market

Sunny Day Markets hosts a pop-up outdoor market on Water Street in downtown Wilmington.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · Water Street, Downtown Wilmington

Food & Drink

Women's Social Club Wilmington – Girls' Night at Nil's Mediterranean Cuisine

The Women's Social Club Wilmington gathers for a girls' dinner night at Nil's Mediterranean Cuisine, a Turkish-Greek-Spanish fusion spot downtown.

Monday, May 12, 2026 · Nil's Mediterranean Cuisine

Cape Fear Coffee Crawl

A month-long self-paced coffee crawl across Wilmington's best cafés, letting you explore seasonal drinks at your own pace from May 15 through June 15.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · Wilmington (multiple café locations)

Bluewater Grill Seafood Boil

A classic coastal seafood boil experience at Bluewater Grill — great for groups and seafood lovers alike.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 3:00 PM · Bluewater Grill