Wilmy Weekly: January 22nd

Art After Helene, Stand Up Comedy Night, Bonsai Sip and Clip, Vision Board Workshop, and more!

TOGETHER WITH:

A winter storm is brewing on the coast this weekend! But don’t worry — so are cozy new plans and events at local businesses! Keep reading for some fun events to warm up your weekend!

  • 👀 What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington this week

  • 🪞 2026 Wilmington Antique & Vintage Market

  • 💃 Art After Helene, Stand Up Comedy Night, Bonsai Sip and Clip, Vision Board Workshop, and more!

  • 🍻 Local Spotlight: Wilmington Brewing Company

  • 🚚 Food Trucks and This Week’s Live Music

  • 📽️State of Emergency declared for winter storm

Let’s get to it!

Brought to you by:
2026 Wilmington Antique & Vintage Market

Location: ELKS LODGE, 5102 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC

Dates:
👉️ Friday, Jan 30: 10am - 5pm
👉️ Saturday, Jan 31: 10am - 5pm
👉️ Sunday, Feb 1: 10am - 4pm

Admission is $10 and includes Full Weekend Admission.

What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, January 22

  • Cardio Line Dancing at Nutrition Revolution: Join Nutrition Revolution for a cardio workout with a twist! Enjoy a cup of tea and aloe before the workout to get ready to sweat, and then wrap it up with a post-workout protein shake! Sign up or just show up!

  • Healthy Happy Hour at Siren Fitness: If your goal is to be healthier in the new year, but you still want the thrill of happy hour, look no further! Join Siren Fitness and Salty Dog Yoga for a 30-minute weight training session followed by a 30-minute yoga class. Reserve your spot today!

  • It’s Karaoke Night at Whiskey Tango Foxtrot: Let your voice be heard! Join WTF for karaoke night and sing your favorite tune while sipping or snacking on something delicious. Music starts at 9pm.

  • Art After Helene at Cameron Art Museum: From great tragedy comes beautiful art. Join CAM for an artist panel as they delve into the story behind three Western NC artists and their creations after Hurricane Helene. Register today!

  • Sip and Paint at The Vault CB: Tap into your artsy side as you sip and paint at The Vault! Tickets include 3 bar pours or cups of hot chocolate as you create your next masterpiece. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

Friday, January 23

Saturday, January 24

  • Blackout the Night at Ludus Social Club: Ludus is getting the party started this weekend with Blackout Night! Put on your best all-black outfit and party to 90s and 2000s hits. Stop by from 6pm-2am.

  • Drum Class & Tuning at Barzarre: Try something new with Robin Leftwich from Happy Beat Drumming! Learn new rhythms, strengthen your skills, and make music at this special workshop, open to all levels!

  • It’s Music Bingo Night at Cody’s: Name that tune! Challenge your musical knowledge, win prizes, and play with friends at Cody’s Music Bingo Night with Top Shelf Trivia! The game starts at 9pm.

  • Adoption Event at Hollywood Feed: It’s a chilly weekend in Wilmington… what better time to bring home a new furry friend? Support Seaside Animal Rescue and meet their adoptable dogs and cats from 1-4pm.

  • Hip Hop Dance Class at Wilmington Hip Hop Dance: Are you ready to get low? Show off your stuff at this beginner-friendly hip hop class! Register today!

  • Bonsai Sip & Clip at Fermental: Dust off your green thumb as we gear up for spring! Mason Tarr is a local Bonsai specialist, and he is bringing his knowledge to an engaging workshop at Fermental! Register today to learn about these special greens and take home one of your own as you sip on something yummy!

Sunday, January 25

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Wilmington Brewing Company — a wonderful time for all!

No matter the day of the week, the weather, or the occassion, Wilmington Brewing Company is the perfect place to be! Pack up the kids and your furry friends for a night of live music or an afternoon on the porch! While you’re there, play games, drink local brews or grab a bite from a food truck!

Check out their website for more details on their schedule!

📍1824 S Kerr Ave

Wilmy Weekly Tip: Grab a local brew like Tropical Lightning and then a slice of pizza from the Wheelz food truck this Saturday!

Featured Food Deal of The Week:
Wilmington’s Longest Happy Hour @ South Front Tavern

Stop by this Friday from 12pm to 6pm for happy hour deals! Specials include $5 bar bites, classic cocktails, and more.

📍1540 S 2nd Street #110

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

  • Reggies 42nd Street Tavern | Tantric 25th Anniversary Tour | 7pm

  • Wilmington Distillery | Dirty Dead Band | 9pm

  • Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard | Thurston Howell | 7pm

Saturday

  • Wilson Center | Trae Crowder | 8pm

  • Wilmington Distillery | Bassmanx Band | 10pm

  • Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard | Shot Thru The Heart | 7pm

Sunday

  • Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard | Badfish | 7pm

  • Flytrap Brewing | Tim Husk | 3pm

  • The Rusty Nail | Rhythm Bones | 3pm

FOOD TRUCKS
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

BIRRIERIA LA ROSITA

January 22 | Flying Machine Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

GUSTU PERANO

January 23 | Flying Machine Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

JOHNNY C’S HOT DOGS

January 22 | Mad Mole Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

KIMCHI TACO

January 22 | Flytrap Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

January 23 | Mad Mole Brewing| 5pm to 8pm

LEO’S PIZZA

January 23 | Broomtail Brewing Co. | 5pm to 8pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

State of Emergency declared for winter storm: This weekend, a winter storm is expected to cross the state beginning this Friday, January 23rd. Prepare now and stay safe! Read more at the link for preparation tips.

Local detox facility reopens: New Hanover County’s STAR Center, a facility offering detox, stabilization and re-entry services, had reopened. The facility was closed due to renovations but now is accepting male patients for their 6-9 month program and their co-ed transitional living facility.

Wilmington chef named semifinalist for James Beard culinary award: Chef Dean Neff of Seabird Restaurant and Zora’s Seafood Market was named one of 20 semifinalists for the prestigious 2026 James Beard culinary awards.

A Big Thank You to Our Local Partners

Don’t miss this year’s antique show! More info at wilmingtonantiqueshow.com

Need help moving? Call (703) 398-5914 or email [email protected]

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Friday
37🌡️57 | 🌧️35% | 💨NE 8 mph

Saturday
31🌡️40 | 🌧️24% | 💨 NE 15 mph

Sunday
39🌡️48 | 🌧️54% | 💨 NW 8 mph

Monday
19🌡️46 | 🌧️17% | 💨 NW 18 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 52°F

Today’s newsletter was written, edited, and published by Jade, Nic, and Trenton.

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