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Left quad. Right quad. Lunge. A girls indoor soccer team warms up. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors. A portrait of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls who just want to score some goals. THIS&nbsp;PLAY&nbsp;CONTAINS&nbsp;STRONG&nbsp;LANGUAGE AND&nbsp;SENSITIVE&nbsp;TOPICS

Local Event: UNCW Department of Theatre Presents: The Wolves

New Hanover County

Wilmington

North Carolina

UNCW Department of Theatre Presents: The Wolves

Left quad. Right quad. Lunge. A girls indoor soccer team warms up. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the team...

Please join Homes For Our Troops as we present the keys to a new specially adapted custom home for Cpl Davila in Wilmington, NC.
DATE: Saturday, September 26, 2026
TIME: Check-in begins at 8:30 am
Ceremony from 9:00 am - 11:00 am
RSVP: <a href="https://www.hfotusa.org/Davila" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">hfotusa.org/Davila</a>
LOCATION: 1223 Sherman Oaks Drive, Wilmington, NC 28411

This event will be held outdoors (rain or shine), please dress accordingly. Ceremony will be followed by light refreshments and an opportunity to tour the home!


Event Volunteers Needed.
For more information or to get involved, please contact Shannon Fuller, Community Engagement Coordinator, at sfuller@hfotusa.org or 774-372-8772 (call/text).


Prior to attending, please visit the RSVP link to confirm event details.

Local Event: Key Ceremony for Marine Cpl Dominic Davila

Key Ceremony for Marine Cpl Dominic Davila

Please join Homes For Our Troops as we present the keys to a new specially adapted custom home for Cpl Davila in Wilmington,...

The Villas at Echo Farms

Community Yard Sale at The Villas at Echo FarmsEcho Farms Boulevard (North of Independence Ave) and Spice Tree Drive&nbsp; No parking on driveways, sidewalks or lawns.&nbsp; Do not double park.&nbsp; All sales are final.&nbsp; Please ask if an owner accepts Venmo, PayPal, Zelle or other electronic fund transfers.&nbsp; Otherwise all sales are in Cash.Yard Sale ends promptly at 12:00 PM

Local Event: Community Yard Sale 9/26/2026 8am to 12pm

Community Yard Sale 9/26/2026 8am to 12pm

Community Yard Sale at The Villas at Echo FarmsEcho Farms Boulevard (North of Independence Ave) and Spice Tree Drive  No...

5329 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28403

The Wilmington Farmers Market runs rain or shine, year round on Saturdays from 8am to 1pm.&nbsp; Stock up on your favorite local produce, pasture-raised meats, baked goods, and other weekly staples.

Local Event: Wilmington Farmers Market

Wilmington Farmers Market

The Wilmington Farmers Market runs rain or shine, year round on Saturdays from 8am to 1pm.  Stock up on your favorite local...

Left quad. Right quad. Lunge. A girls indoor soccer team warms up. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors. A portrait of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls who just want to score some goals. THIS&nbsp;PLAY&nbsp;CONTAINS&nbsp;STRONG&nbsp;LANGUAGE&nbsp;AND&nbsp;SENSITIVE&nbsp;TOPICS

Carolina Beach Pier

Join us for a family and dog-friendly celebration featuring live polka music from an oompah band, a seaside pumpkin patch, and an exciting stein holding contest. This epic event is free to attend with plenty of German-inspired food and drinks available for purchase right at the Carolina Beach Pier.

Local Event: Oktoberfest on the Beach

Oktoberfest on the Beach

Join us for a family and dog-friendly celebration featuring live polka music from an oompah band, a seaside pumpkin patch, and...

Belk

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the fight against breast cancer.
Receive a complimentary bra fitting. For every guest who gets fit and purchases a regular-price Wacoal or b.tempt’d bra at the event, Wacoal will donate $5 to Susan G. Komen®, supporting breast cancer research, patient services, and critical education programs.
Whether you’re overdue for a fitting, refreshing your top drawer, or simply looking for a meaningful way to give back, this is an easy way to do something good for yourself and your community.
Bring your daughters, friends, sisters, and neighbors. Make it a girls’ day with purpose!
The event runs all day; check your location for availability. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome, and the event is open to all.

Local Event: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer...

Join Wacoal for Fit for the Cure®, a special in-person event that combines expert bra fittings with meaningful impact in the...

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Ocean Front Park and Pavilion

Join the Town of Kure Beach for a New Orleans style jazz funeral procession led by The Port City Players to wish summer a fond farewell. Don your finest dress, fancy hats, and lacy parasols for a parade followed by a lively concert and traditional New Orleans cuisine from the T'Geaux Boys food truck. This event is free for all to attend and promises to let the good times roll!

Local Event: Farewell Summer Jazz Funeral

Farewell Summer Jazz Funeral

Join the Town of Kure Beach for a New Orleans style jazz funeral procession led by The Port City Players to wish summer a fond...

Wilmington Water Tours

Join us as we head up the Northeast Cape Fear River to the upper
reaches of the black water system of this storied river. An ideal way to spend
a Saturday morning relaxing while Captain Doug Springer shares his extensive knowledge
about the river, its history and the beautiful scenery. The Northeast Cape
Fear River is still largely unpopulated and looks much as it did when
Wilmington was colonized in the late 1600s. We will cruise through the
Castle Hayne Aquifer and by the bluffs of the Rose Hill Plantation.
Visit our full bar for a freshly brewed cup of coffee or for the
best Bloody Mary on the river. Photographers, birders and nature buffs
love the variety of wildlife and native plants that adorn the river banks. You
may possibly see osprey, alligators, sea turtles, even dolphin, just to name a
few. Bring your camera to capture the untouched beauty of this early morning
almost 2 hour adventure.
Get to know our river better on this specialty cruise which is
offered on the first Saturday of each month. This is a great adventure for
families and children. $30. Boarding 15 minutes prior.

Local Event: Black Water Adventure Aboard Wilmington Water Tours

Black Water Adventure Aboard Wilmington Water...

Join us as we head up the Northeast Cape Fear River to the upper
reaches of the black water system of this storied river. An...

Black Water Adventure Aboard Wilmington Water Tours

Wilmington Water Tours LLC

The Perfect Morning Adventure!
Start your day on the water in search of wildlife and many of our feathered friends while Captain Doug Spring shares his vast knowledge about the rich history of this area. This 90 minute cruise is a rewarding experience as you learn about Wilmington and our precious wildlife while enjoying a peaceful morning ride on our safe and relaxing catamaran. Visit our full bar for a freshly brewed cup of coffee or for the best Bloody Mary on the river.
The Northeast Cape Fear River is still largely unpopulated and looks much as it did when Wilmington was colonized in the late 1600s. We cruise through the Castle Hayne Aquifer and by the bluffs of the Rose Hill Plantation.
This excursion is comfortable and inspirational. Photographers, birders, and nature buffs love the variety of wildlife and native plants that adorn the river banks. You may possibly see osprey, alligators, sea turtles, and river otters, just to name a few. Bring your camera to capture the untouched beauty of this early morning adventure.&nbsp; This cruise is on the first Saturday of the month May through October (excluding July 4)This is a 90 minute cruise $30. Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure.

Local Event: Black Water Adventure with Wilmington Water Tours

Black Water Adventure with Wilmington Water Tours

The Perfect Morning Adventure!
Start your day on the water in search of wildlife and many of our feathered friends while...

Dillard's

<h2>History Buffs Dream Cruise!</h2>
Set sail through centuries of history on this immersive cruise led by acclaimed historian Dr. Chris Fonvielle. Each month, Dr. Fonvielle explores a different era of Wilmington and Cape Fear’s fascinating past — from early European exploration to the rise of the port city, to the dramatic battles and blockades of the Civil War. A gifted storyteller and local expert, Dr. Fonvielle brings depth, detail, and personality to every tale, all while cruising the scenic Cape Fear River.
Whether you’re a lifelong history buff or just curious about the forces that shaped this region, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn while enjoying a relaxing, scenic cruise. Topics rotate monthly, so every trip offers a new perspective on Wilmington’s place in American history.&nbsp; &nbsp;Our boat, The Wilmington, has comfortable seating for up to 49 passengers, refreshments for all ages at the bar and a restroom on board. This is a 90 minute cruise $45 adults, $25 children. Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure

Local Event: History Comes Alive River Cruise with Wilmington Water Tours

History Comes Alive River Cruise with...

History Buffs Dream Cruise!
Set sail through centuries of history on this immersive cruise led by acclaimed historian Dr. Chris...

History Comes Alive River Cruise with Wilmington Water Tours

<h4><a href="https://wilmingtonwatertours.net/cruises/speciality-cruises/breakfast-with-the-birds/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Birding Cruise led by Jill Peleuses of Wild Bird &amp; Garden&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;</h4>
Join Wilmington Water Tours and Jill Peleuses from Wild Bird &amp; Garden, for a peaceful morning birding excursion on the Cape Fear River. As we cruise down the river we will point out the birds we see and discuss their habitats and habits. The Cape Fear area is a perfect spot for our feathered friends. This birding trip will give you a look at the birds that make the Cape Fear River their home.. Along with the expertise of Jill Peleuses, we have three bird guides and binoculars aboard to help you spot and identify the bird species on this one-of-a-kind Cape Fear River tour!
Whether you’re a novice or a long-time nature lover, you are sure to appreciate the birdlife our area has to offer.&nbsp; Get out on the Cape Fear River with Wilmington Water Tours for this Specialty Cruise.&nbsp; Bring your camera to capture nature at its finest.
This is a 90 min. cruise from 10am to 11:30am. $40. Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure.

Local Event: Birding River Cruise with Dr. Jill Peleuses

Birding River Cruise with Dr. Jill Peleuses

Birding Cruise led by Jill Peleuses of Wild Bird & Garden  
Join Wilmington Water Tours and Jill Peleuses from Wild Bird &...

<h4><a id="activity-single-2334" href="https://wilmingtonwatertours.net/a-christmas-colonial-apparition-cruise/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">A Christmas “Colonial Apparition” Cruise Nov. 16 at 10 AM and NOON and Dec. 6 at 1:30 and 3:30</a></h4>
Join Wilmington Water Tours and Burgwin-Wright House for holiday spirits and a river cruise for a ghost story set on Christmas Eve aboard the Steamer Wilmington. The phrase “apparition on the Cape Fear” likely refers to a ghost story, “A Colonial Apparition” by James Sprunt is set on the Cape Fear River.
This is Wilmington’s only Christmas ghost story that takes place on the Cape Fear River. The story follows a Christmas Eve encounter aboard the Steamer Wilmington, which encounters the ghosts of two Scottish Highlanders with ties to the Revolutionary war.
Wilmington Water Tours and Burgwin-Wright House have partnered to offer this river cruise based on this story. The story was originally written by James Sprunt and was published in 1898 Our boat, The Wilmington, has comfortable seating for up to 49 passengers, refreshments for all ages at the cash bar and a restroom on board. This is a 90 minute cruise $45 adults, $25 children. Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure.

Local Event: A Colonial Apparition on the Cape Fear River

A Colonial Apparition on the Cape Fear River

A Christmas “Colonial Apparition” Cruise Nov. 16 at 10 AM and NOON and Dec. 6 at 1:30 and 3:30
Join Wilmington Water Tours and...

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Saturday, September 26

Key Ceremony for Marine Cpl Dominic Davila

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26

9:00 AM

1223 Sherman Oaks Dr, Wilmington, NC

Thursday, October 1

Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

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1

10:00 AM

Belk, 3500 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC

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Key Ceremony for Marine Cpl Dominic Davila

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