16 Things to Do in Wilmington NC This Week · October 29–November 1, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Abbamania

ABBA-themed show in the Thalian Hall Main Attraction Series.

Thursday, November 5, 2026 7:30 PM · Thalian Hall

Out to Sea NC Fest

Music festival hosted by Seabird.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 · Seabird

The Elovaters

Live concert at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · Greenfield Lake Amphitheater

Arts & Culture

Cinematique Presents The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

Halloween screening of the classic horror film at Jengo's Playhouse.

Friday, October 30, 2026 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM · Jengo's Playhouse, 815 Princess Street

Southport Holly Days Arts and Crafts Show

Holiday arts and crafts show with a wide range of vendors, giveaways, and holiday shopping.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM · Southport

Monty Python's Spamalot

Tony-nominated musical staged at the Wilson Center.

Saturday, November 7, 2026 7:30 PM · Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

Date Night

Curious Tales Night Tour

Evening tour at the Bellamy Mansion Museum as twilight settles over Market Street.

Friday, October 30, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM · Bellamy Mansion Museum, 503 Market Street

Wrightsville Beach Harbor Sunset Cruise

Harbor sunset cruise departing from Wrightsville Beach.

Friday, October 30 and Saturday, October 31, 2026 3:00 PM · Wrightsville Beach

Festivals & Special Events

Wilmington Pokekon Fest

Pokekon Fest hosted at Hotel Ballast.

Saturday, October 31, 2026 · Hotel Ballast

Cape Fear Kite Festival

Annual kite festival at Fort Fisher State Recreation Area featuring a colorful overhead kite show.

Friday, November 6 - Sunday, November 8, 2026 12:00 PM · Fort Fisher State Recreation Area, Kure Beach

Family-Friendly

Classic Cars Rock n' Roll Cruise-In

Classic car show in Downtown Southport with live music, contests, and activities for visitors of all ages.

Saturday, October 31, 2026 8:30 AM · Downtown Southport

Free Events

Wilmington Art & Craft Pop-Up Market

Free pop-up art and craft market at Long Leaf Park.

Friday, October 30, 2026 8:00 AM · Long Leaf Park

October Adopt A Highway Cleanup 10.31.2026

Volunteer highway cleanup hosted by Plastic Ocean Project Volunteers.

Saturday, October 31, 2026 10:00 AM EDT

Food & Drink

Two Eagle's Oyster Roast at The Eagles Dare with Circle Pit BBQ

Oyster roast hosted at The Eagles Dare with Circle Pit BBQ.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 2:00 PM · 420 N 3rd St

Fermentation with Hannah

Fermentation session hosted by Wilmington Chapter: Carolina Women+ In Tech for $15.

Thursday, November 12, 2026 5:30 PM EST

Sports

Run to the Polls

Run Con Sazón's run to the polls in Wilmington, with a walking route and a running route.

Saturday, October 31, 2026 · Wilmington