Wilmy Weekly: April 9

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What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, April 9

• Thursday Throwdown at Axes & Allies: Warm up your good arm! It’s Thursday Throwdown, and you’re invited to join the weekly double-elimination axethrowing contest. No registration is required — this event is open to all! Just pay $15 to play!

• The Sidecar Show at Waterline Brewing: Get ready to laugh! Daredevil Improv Comedy is putting on an experimental improv comedy show starting at 8pm. This is a FREE event to laugh like you never have before!

• Thursday Trivia at Outer Dunes: Are you feeling lucky? Put your knowledge to the test with host Brendan Callahan and grab a bite from a local food truck while you’re there. Trivia starts at 7:30pm.

• Music Bingo at Island Beverage: Name that tune! Top Shelf Trivia will be spinning tunes all evening — see how many you know! Trivia starts at 6:30pm.

• T’ai Chi at Salty Dog Yoga and Surf: Stretch it out with some meaningful movement! Sign up today to drop in for a single T’ai Chi class or to participate in the 4-week series. Class is 1-2pm.

Friday, April 10

• Luncheon Garden Party at Airlie Gardens: Grab a big hat — we’re lunching in the gardens! Kick off Azalea Fest weekend in style with this special networking event. Enjoy cocktails, BBQ, and good company as you mingle! Gates open at 10:15am.

• Bike Night at Waterline Brewing Company: Nothing says summer like bike night! Roll up on two wheels or stroll in for an evening of tasty food, good drinks, and better company! Stop by from 5-8pm.

• Wizard of Oz at Thalian Hall: This weekend, you’ll be off to see the wizard! Get your ticket today to watch the live performance of the classic tale, The Wizard of Oz, at 7:30pm.

• Garden Party at The Bend: It’s that time of year again! Join The Bend for their second annual Garden Party. Listen to live tunes, sip on a cocktail, make a flower crown, and more from 4pm-close!

• Spring Plant Sale at The Hobby Greenhouse Club: Bring home something green from 9am-6pm at the Spring Plant Sale! Chat with local plant lovers, grab a free plant, and learn something new while you’re there!

• Street Fair at NC Azalea Fest: Wander the streets of Wilmington and find something special to take home! Shop more than 150 local vendors, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy the beautiful weather all day long.

Saturday, April 11

• Strawberry Festival at Waterline Brewing: It’s strawberry season in the South! Snack on all things sweet and fresh at the strawberry festival! While you’re there, stop at the petting zoo, grab a bite to eat, and shop local vendors.

• Boom and Bloom Bonanza at the Battleship: The annual Azalea Festival fireworks are back over the water this year at the Battleship! Head down to this piece of history and get a free folding chair, a bag of popcorn, music, and dancing with your ticket. Get yours today!

• Alt-zalea Fest at the Brooklyn Arts District: Do you want to celebrate Spring in your own way? Join the Alt-zalea Fest for a full day of live musical acts, food and drink specials, and family-friendly fun! The fest starts at 12pm.

• Spring Tides Market at Recon Surf: Spring has sprung! Enjoy the weather with a morning of yoga, coffee, and supporting local! Stop by from 9am-1pm.

• Azalea Festival Parade at Downtown Wilmington: Kick off the NC Azalea Festival with the annual parade! Spend time downtown for floats, Queen Azalea, marching groups, and more. The parade starts at 9:30am.

• Snack and Shop at Blue Moon Gift Shop: The only thing better than spring cleaning is spring SHOPPING! Spend your Saturday right with some shopping at Blue Moon Gift Shop, followed by a cookie tasting onsite from Pecano’s. Stop by from 11am-3pm.

Sunday, April 12

• Beach Yoga and Sound Healing at Pelican Lane: Head to the sand and stretch into a new week with Free to Be Yoga and Sound Healing with Kellen. Bring a large blanket or beach towel with you! Class starts at 5:30pm and costs $25 to participate.

• Baila in the Boatyard at Tequila’s Waterfront: Salsa under the stars! Whether you’re a beginner and want to enjoy the lesson, or an old pro excited for open dancing, they can’t wait to see you! Grab a margarita or a street taco and dance the night away.

• Sunday Art Market at Cape Fear ArtXchange: Support local artists to shop handmade, vintage, and upcycled items! Stop by from 11am-5pm to find something beautiful!

• Sunday Funday Vendors Market at Broomtail Brewing: At Broomtail, Sunday is the best day of the week! Eat a Glizzie on the Go, support local artisans, and listen to live music! Stop by from 12-4pm.

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Blue Moon Gift Shop — a little bit of everything!

‘Tis the season of events and parties! Find the perfect gift to bring with you when you stop at Blue Moon Gift Shops. Nestled off of Racine Drive, Blue Moon is home to over 100 retailers. Inside, you can find everything from coastal chic to southern rustic, including home decor, art, jewelry, clothing, and more.

Check out their website for more details!

📍203 Racine Drive #102

Wilmy Weekly Tip: Stop by this Saturday for a free cookie tasting from Pecano’s!

Featured Food Deal of the Week: Lunch @ Sugo

Lunch is now being offered at Sugo in an all-new special for the month of April! Stop by for a 45-minute, two-course lunch for just $32!

📍301 N Water Street

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• Marina Grill | Dane Britt Band | 5pm

• The Rusty Nail | Gage Saylor and the Creekside Boys | 8pm

• Live Oak Bank Pavilion | Dustin Lynch | 7pm

Saturday

• The Reel Cafe | Jet22 Refueled | 7pm

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | Mountain Grass Unit | 7pm

• Cloud 9 | Juno | 6pm

Sunday

• Waterline Brewing Company | Lunar Tide | 2pm

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | Tunes & Blooms | 12pm

• Katy’s Grill & Bar | Dubtown Cosmonauts | 2pm

FOOD TRUCKS
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

2 BROS COASTAL CUISINE

April 9 | Broomtail Craft Brewing | 5:30pm to 8:30pm

EASTSIDE

April 9 | DrumTrout Brewing | 5pm to 8pm
April 10 | Mad Mole Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

GUSTU PERANO

April 8 | Flytrap Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

PEPE’S TACO TRUCK

April 10 | Flytrap Brewing | 6pm to 10pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

‘Blade Runner Live’ comes to Wilmington: The live ‘Blade Runner’ experience is coming to Wilmington at Cape Fear Community College this November. As the film plays, a live orchestra will accompany it with music.

Ben and Jerry’s now in Mayfaire: Ben and Jerry’s is now at the former Cold Stone location in Mayfaire. Stop by on April 14th for Cone Day to get one free scoop of ice cream.

Wilmington kicks off 79th NC Azalea Fest: The annual Azalea Festival will be taking place April 8-12 in Port City. Check out the link for a full calendar of related events!

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Friday
52🌡️75 | 🌧️7% | 💨NE 9 mph

Saturday
57🌡️82 | 🌧️20% | 💨 SW 8 mph

Sunday
59🌡️77 | 🌧️7% | 💨 SE 10 mph

Monday
60🌡️79 | 🌧️7% | 💨 SW 12 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 62°F

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