Wilmy Weekly: July 31

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What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, July 31

• Suds for Sharks at Watermans Brewing: Shark week may be over, but it lasts forever at the Fort Fisher NC Aquarium! Show off your knowledge when you play trivia to raise funds for shark conservation. Play from 6-8pm.

• Christmas in July at My Sister’s Cottage: Is that air conditioning, or are we living in a winter wonderland? At My Sister’s Cottage, it’s going to be Christmas in July! Get your shop on as you sip some craft beverages, get permanent jewelry, and decorate your own cookie from 5-8pm! Sales and exclusive Christmas items will be available.

• Family Feud Night at Waterline Brewing Company: Channel your inner Steve Harvey for a night of Family Feud! Enjoy some good old-fashioned competition from 7-9pm for a chance to win prizes.

• Books Only Yard Sale at Freya’s Haus: Looking for a new beach read? Join the ILM Silent Book Club for their first-ever book yard sale… at a bar! Items will include used books, special editions, and other novel-ty items. Stop by from 6:00-7:30 p.m.

• Tee Party at Club Golf Indoor: Does Happy Gilmore 2 have you in the mood for sippin’ and chippin’? Join a PGA Pro for free swing tips, beverages, and all things golf from 6-8pm!

• Music Bingo at Flying Machine: Name that tune! Music Bingo is BACK this week from 7-9pm! Snack on eats from the local food truck, listen to some tunes, and make some memories.

Friday, August 1

• Late Night Sip & Shop at Bazar: Shop ‘til you drop! Enjoy complimentary wine and snacks as you browse local vendors, receive a free jewelry inspection and cleaning, and take advantage of great sales! Shop from 5-8pm.

• Cheers to One Year at South Front Tavern: South Front is turning 1 year old! Celebrate in style with live music, a champagne toast, and complimentary light bites from 4-6pm.

• Adult Quiet Hour at Cameron Art Museum: Take a load off at this low-stimulation, self-guided hour of art! Lights and music will be low, sensory bags will be available, and peace will be guaranteed. Register today!

• Comedy Show and DJ at Wilmington Distillery: Louis Tee Comedy and DJ Slim Deluxe are back and better than ever! Get ready to take it back to old school vibes from 8pm-2am…. laughs are included!

• End of Summer Line Dancing Challenge at The Eagles Dare: It’s a boot-scoot-boogie! Hit the dance floor for a challenge featuring every Honky Tonk Tuesday line dance since the end of April! Need to learn the dance? Don’t worry — lessons are available! Winners will receive free tickets to Boots & Roots live.

• Pottery Paint and Sip at By the Beach Brewing: You’ll have your hands full this weekend — a paintbrush in one, and a glass in the other! Unwind for an evening of pottery painting and delicious drinks from 7-9pm. Don’t forget to register!

Saturday, August 2

• Summer Pop Culture Expo 2025 at Elks Lodge 532: Let your inner nerd shine at the Summer Pop Culture Expo! Shop more than 90 tables and 50 vendors from 10am-5pm. Items will include comic books, collectibles, retro video games, vinyl records, and more! Cosplay is welcome.

• Front Paige Media Book Fair at Waterline Brewing Company: The story is stepping off the page this weekend! Shop more than 50 vendors, support independent bookstores, meet local and regional authors, and more! Stop by from 12-5pm.

• Goat Yoga at Hi-Wire Brewing: Animal yoga has always been the GOAT! Register today for goat yoga in the taproom — open to all ages! Stretch, cuddle, and snap a pic starting at 11am.

• Cookout at Mason’s Inlet: This steamy weather calls for an island cookout! Throw on your cutest bikini, bring a snack, and head on down for an afternoon of grilling hot dogs and making friends! Stop by from 10am-2pm.

• It’s a Super Beer Party at Fermental: It’s another tap takeover! OTher Half Brewing is releasing their new lager, SNAPS, and will have drafts, cans, and fresh brews for your enjoyment! Live music will be playing, food trucks will be serving, and drinks will be flowing from 11am-11pm.

• Pipeline to a Cure at Country Club of Landfall: Support Cystic Fibrosis awareness and their beautiful connection to surfing at this incredible event! The evening will include a reception, plated dinners, auction items, cocktails, and more. Seating is limited, so register today.

Sunday, August 3

• Tara Nicole Birthday Drag Brunch at The Eagles Dare: It’ll be the most fabulous brunch of your life with Tara Nicole Brooks and her friends! With your ticket, enjoy a performance you won’t forget along with light snacks! Tickets are available now, so get yours today.

• Sensory Sunday at The Children’s Museum of Wilmington: Support all of your little ones’ needs this week with Sensory Sunday! This is a sensory-friendly version of a Wilmington staple for children with varying sensory, developmental, and physical needs. Stop by from 10am-12pm.

• 21st Birthday Party at Gravity Records: It’s their birthday, you can party if you want to! Celebrate the right way with DJ sets by Rizzbeats and Stowe during store hours!

• Stuff the Bus at Bottega: Give back to the community and start the new school year in style! Stop by Bottega for some art and wine, and stuff the bus while you’re there! The bus will arrive at 1pm.

• Sunday Comedy Show at Wilmington Distillery: Need a good laugh? Look no further! Enjoy free comedy, spirit samples, $7 bloody marys, and $4 mimosas all day Sunday!

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Bottega Art Bar — where you can feed your soul in more ways than one!

Are you hungry for something that surpasses words or any menu item? Bottega has you covered! Head to this unique art bar for a taste of everything.

Head over to Capt’n Bill’s with a beverage from one of their three bars or on-site brewery, grab a bite to eat in their full restaurant, or even catch a game of volleyball out back!

📍723 N 4th St

Wilmy Weekly Tip: Stop by THIS SUNDAY for the full experience and stuff the bus while you’re at it! Keep an eye on that event calendar… It’s always changing!

Featured Food Deal of The Week:
$5 Mimosa with Brunch @ South Front Tavern

You might have heard, the South Front Tavern is celebrating a birthday this week! Stop by for something new for just $5 this Sunday from 10-3pm. The mimosa menu includes seven different flavors and is discounted with your bubbly brunch on Sundays!

📍1540 S. 2nd Street #110

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• The Harp | Josh Starkey | 8pm

• Bottega | Aaron Van Nynatten | 7pm

• Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard | Zach Deputy | 7pm

Saturday

• Mad Mole | Josh Lewis | 5pm

• Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard | The Hatch Brothers | 5pm

• Wilmington Distillery | Jubilee Honey | 2pm

Sunday

• Katy’s Grill and Bar | The Deadtown Cosmonauts | 2pm

• Greenfield Lake Ampitheater | Drive-By Truckers & Deer Tick | 6pm

• Wilmington Distillery | Treya | 8pm

FOOD TRUCKS
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

KIMCHI TACO:

August 1 — Flying Machine Brewing Company — 5pm to 8pm

KT’S BBQ:

July 31 — DrumTrout Brewing Company — 5pm to 8:30pm

August 1 — Freya’s Haus — 6pm to 9pm

LOBSTER DOGS:

July 31 — Outer Dunes Brewing — 5pm to 8pm

PEPE’S TACO TRUCK:

August 1 | Flytrap Brewing | 6pm to 10pm

PORT CITY PLATES

July 31 | Flying Machine Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

Featured Rental of the Week 🏡 

This beautiful 1-bed, 1-bath layout comes with brand new granite countertops, wood-style flooring, 9' ceilings, stainless-Steel Appliances, and much more. 709 Square feet, starting at $1,375.

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

The Blind Elephant tops national list: USA Today just released their Bars of the Year and Wilmington’s own hidden gem was included! Local speakeasy-style bar The Blind Elephant was included in the list of 29 for their craft cocktails and unforgettable ambience.

Local schools head back to class this month: School is in session! Local public schools are back in school on August 25, so watch out for traffic!

Red Closs Blood Drive coming to Independence Mall: Craving juice and a cookie? Don’t worry — Red Cross is heading to town! Support Sickle Cell Disease Awareness and donate blood on August 8 from 12:30-5:00 p.m. Register first!

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Thursday
76🌡️88 | 🌧️55% | 💨 SW 9 mph

Friday
72🌡️915 | 🌧️62% | 💨 W 7 mph

Saturday
69🌡️82 | 🌧️39% | 💨 NE 12 mph

Sunday
69🌡️82 | 🌧️21% | 💨 NE 13 mph

Monday
72🌡️85 | 🌧️24% | 💨 NE 11 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 85.3°F