July > Wilmington
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Thalian Hall
July > Wilmington
Cameron Art Museum
The Cameron Art Museum presents 6-8 special exhibitions annually; monthly family and children's programs (Kids @ CAM); weekly interdisciplinary, public programs (lectures, music, films, literature, dance); and ongoing workshops and classes in ceramics... more info: Cameron Art Museum
July > Wilmington
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
There are permanent and featured exhibits along with special programs too numerous to list in this calendar. Be sure to check out their exhibits and events calendar when planning your to-do list. Admission charged. Cape Fear Museum
July > Wilmington
Jazz at Airlie
Enjoy First Friday Jazz Series at Airlie Gardens on the first Friday night of each month - April-October. Sponsored by the Cape Fear Jazz Appreciation Society. Airlie Gardens
mid-April thru mid-December > Wilmington
Farmers' Market
The City of Wilmington, in cooperation with the New Hanover County Cooperative Extension, announces the opening of the Farmers' Market at Halyburton Park. Regional produce, plants, herbs, cut flowers, seafood and more will be featured weekly, with special events and promotions to be held throughout the year. www.wilmingtonfarmers.com
July > Wilmington
Folk Fridays
Folk Concerts will be held the third Friday of each month from May - September. Airlie Gardens
July > Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach State Park
Rangers hold trail hikes and regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Carolina Beach State Park. Contact the park office or check online: http://207.4.179.50/dprcoe/coe_pub.html Carolina Beach State Park
June 1 thru August 12 > Kure Beach
Living History Program at Fort Fisher
The fort’s longest running and most successful educational program. Summer interns and volunteers in period Civil War uniforms give special tours, talks and weapons demonstrations on a scheduled basis. Admission is free, donations appreciated! Fort Fisher State Historic Site
July > Kure Beach
Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Fort Fisher State Recreation Area. Program titles include Shell Stroll, Turtle Talk, Salt Marsh Exploration, Bird Hike and Surf Fishing Basics. Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
July > Lake Waccamaw, west of Wilmington
Lake Waccamaw State Park
Rangers hold regularly scheduled educational and interpretive programs about Lake Waccamaw State Park. Lake Waccamaw State Park
Early June thru late August > Ocean Isle Beach
Summer Childrens Programs
A popular program for families. Bring camera and have your picture taken with a snake or turtle! Museum Of Coastal Carolina
July 01 - 04 > Southport
N.C. 4th of July Festival
Celebrating our nation's independence for over 200 years, The City of Southport has been designated the official N.C. 4th of July Festival. www.nc4thofjuly.com
July 03 > Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach Fireworks
Enjoy fireworks on the beach! Pleasure Island Tourism
July 4 > Wilmington
4th of July Riverfront Celebration
Street fair will take place along Water Street from 5-10pm. Food vendors offer spectators anything from funnel cakes to pizza. Entertainment is featured on the main stage across from the Federal Building. Fireworks begin at 9 pm. Cape Fear Coast CVB
July 04-06 > Currie, northwest of Wilmington
Independence Day Celebration
Celebrate the Nation's Independence at the battle site that convinced North Carolina to be the first state to call for the final break with England. The American victory at Moores Creek led North Carolina to instruct its delegates in the Continental Congress to vote for Independence. This event features a variety of activities, including militia camps, musket and cannon firing, colonial medicine, and other demonstrations. Moores Creek National Battlefield
July 4th > Wilmington
Battleship Blast
Watch one of the largest choreographed fireworks displays in the State explode over the Battleship at 9:05 pm. View from historic downtown Wilmington. Due to fireworks, Battleship closes at 6 pm. Battleship North Carolina
July 05-06 > Wilmington
Cape Fear 7's Rugby Tournament
The Cape Fear Rugby Football Club will host the annual Cape Fear 7's Rugby Tournament. Cape Fear 7's is the oldest and largest 7-a-side weekend rugby tournament in the entire United States and attracts over 60+ teams from throughout the United States and from many countries. www.fearrugby.com
July 05 > Wilmington
Classy-Chassis Car Show & Country Flea Market
Antique & Classic Cars and Motorcycles on the plantation at Historic Poplar Grove. Juried Show from 9am to 4pm includes vendors, food, and prizes. Enjoy a BBQ Cookoff - Vote for the Best! Registration from 9am - Noon, Awards at 3pm. Cool refreshments in the air conditioned barn. Poplar Grove Plantation
July 11-13 > Carolina Beach
The East Coast Got-Em-On Classic
A long-running fishing tournament sponsored by the East Coast Got Em On Live. For info: got-em-on.com
July 25-27 > Wilmington
Cape Fear Blues Festival
Four days of blues nestled between the beautiful beaches of the Cape Fear Coast and the historic riverfront of downtown Wilmington. Cruises, concerts, workshops and more! www.capefearblues.org
July 25-26 > Wilmington
Greater Wilmington King Mackerel Tournament
This is an annual tournament and will benefit Teach A Kid to Fish, Children's Fishing Foundation. Largest cash prize King Mackerel Tournament. For info: gwkmt.com
July 26 > Wilmington
Wooden Boat Festival
Presented by the CFCC Boat Building program, the festival serves as an annual celebration of the tradition and craft of wooden boat building. CFCC's wooden boat festival attracts thousands of visitors every year. The event features over 50 wooden boats including kayaks and skiffs. Students in CFCC's Boat Building program will exhibit their own work and conduct demonstrations of traditional boat building techniques like bending wood using steam. Build Your Own Boat! If you have ever wanted to build your own boat, now is your chance! cfcc.edu/news/stories/boatfest/boatfest.htm
July 26 > Wilmington
Baskets of Summer
A fun day filled with a variety of workshops for your basket-making pleasure. Instructors will offer morning, afternoon, and all-day classes for you to choose from. Poplar Grove Plantation
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