Wilmington Water Tours LLC

Sunset Cruise with Live Music every Thursday, Friday, Saturday &amp; Sunday Through July 26
Looking for a fun way to end your fun day in Wilmington? Look no further! Come aboard The “Wilmington”, our comfortable 49 passenger motor catamaran for a Sunset Cruise on the Cape Fear River. Our full bar offers refreshments and snacks for all ages.
Whether you are looking for a special setting for a date night or looking to enjoy some quality time with family and friends, our Sunset Cruise is the perfect choice for an evening activity on the Cape Fear River.
This is a one-of-a-kind music venue in Wilmington and this is one of our most popular excursions, so be sure to book early! This is a 90 minute cruise, $40.&nbsp;Boarding 15 minutes prior. Check our Tour Calendar for the featured musicians for each cruise.

Local Event: Sunset Cruise with Live Music Aboard Wilmington Water Tours

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Sunset Cruise with Live Music Aboard Wilmington...

Sunset Cruise with Live Music every Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday Through July 26
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Sunset Cruise with Live Music Aboard Wilmington Water Tours

Riverfront Park

Celebrate the U.S. 250th anniversary with a family-friendly event featuring a performance by the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and a double fireworks show!
5:30 p.m. Gates open 6:30 p.m.&nbsp;Mackenzi Morris and Joshua Alan Rupp, featuring the Theater for All chorus 7:30 p.m. Wilmington Symphony Orchestra:&nbsp;This year’s performance includes the premiere of a newly commissioned work by local composer Chelsea Loew, created in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. 9 p.m. Fireworks Show x 2:&nbsp;In recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary, this year’s display will feature two simultaneous fireworks shows: one launched across from Riverfront Park and another from a barge near the Battleship. Spectators will be able to best view the displays along the Riverwalk.
&nbsp;*Please note: There will be a boating safety zone for 30 minutes after the fireworks around the launch site. No thru boating traffic will be allowed.

Local Event: City of Wilmington's Fourth of July Celebration

City of Wilmington's Fourth of July Celebration

Celebrate the U.S. 250th anniversary with a family-friendly event featuring a performance by the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra...

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...

Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek

Experience the flavors of summer at this free community tasting event featuring fresh, locally grown tomatoes from four regional farms. Enjoy delicious tomato-centric pairings like fresh bialys and salsa, and participate in the Tomato Passport activity for a chance to win exciting prizes.

Local Event: Community Tomato Tasting at the Farmers Market

Community Tomato Tasting at the Farmers Market

Experience the flavors of summer at this free community tasting event featuring fresh, locally grown tomatoes from four...

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

UNC Wilmington

Use the code FCBPATCH50 to enjoy a $50 discount on your registration. (Valid in all 42 locations in the US) We will be hosting the official FC Barcelona Soccer Camp in Wilmington, NC, from July 13th to July 17th. The camp will take place at UNC Wilmington, running from Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 2 PM. 

5 days of training with official FC Barcelona coaches. Players will learn the same successful methodology where players such as Leo Messi, Sergio Busquets, Lamine Yamal, and Xavi Hernández emerged from. Campers will receive an FC Barcelona Soccer Camp certified diploma for the completion of the camp. Several prizes and awards will be given to certain players who excel throughout the week. Do not miss this opportunity! Sign up here:&nbsp;<a href="https://fcbarcelona.us/locations/wilmington/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">fcbarcelona.us/locations/wilmington/</a>

Local Event: FC Barcelona Summer Camp - Wilmington 2026

FC Barcelona Summer Camp - Wilmington 2026

Use the code FCBPATCH50 to enjoy a $50 discount on your registration. (Valid in all 42 locations in the US)  We will be hosting...

Independence Mall

Celebrate the opening of North Carolina Aquarium’s Discovery Bay with a hands-on family adventure in Wilmington!
Join the schleich® Ocean Heroes Make &amp; Take Event, where kids can get creative by coloring and building their own mini aquatic habitat complete with a schleich® figurine to take home. It’s a playful way to spark imagination while learning how to protect our oceans and the animals that call them home.
📍 Location:
Independence Mall (JCPenney Wing), 3500 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
📅 Date:
Saturday, July 18 
🕒 Times: 
• 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM — Members Only 
• 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM — Public Event (while supplies last)
✨ Bonus: Enjoy 20% off all schleich® products at the aquarium shop on July 18
Bring the whole family, explore Discovery Bay, and make a splash with a day full of creativity, conservation, and ocean-inspired fun!

Local Event: schleich® Ocean Heroes Make & Take Event

schleich® Ocean Heroes Make & Take Event

Celebrate the opening of North Carolina Aquarium’s Discovery Bay with a hands-on family adventure in Wilmington!
Join the...

Unity Spiritual Center of Wilmington

Need a night out? Enjoy a spectacular evening of entertainment and dessert featuring talented performers from the Unity family and the greater Wilmington arts community. Secure your spot for this exciting community showcase for just $20 per ticket.

Local Event: Variety Show

Variety Show

Need a night out? Enjoy a spectacular evening of entertainment and dessert featuring talented performers from the Unity family...

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;The three cruises will be March 22, April 26, and May 24.
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 2 hour cruise $45 adults, $25 children. Boarding is 15 minutes prior to departure.

Local Event: History Comes Alive River Cruise With Dr. Chris Fonvielle

History Comes Alive River Cruise With Dr. Chris...

Whether you’re a lifelong history buff or just curious about the forces that shaped this region, this is a one-of-a-kind...

History Comes Alive River Cruise With Dr. Chris Fonvielle

<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 May 15 10 AM</a></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 May 15 10 AM
Join Wilmington Water Tours and Jill Peleuses from Wild...

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Saturday, July 4

City of Wilmington's Fourth of July Celebration

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Riverfront Park, 10 Cowan St, Wilmington, NC

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