Wilmy Weekly: June 18

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What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, June 18

• Summer Exhibition Opening Night at Cameron Art Museum: It’s summer at CAM! Kick off the season with an opening night celebration where you can explore all new art, shimmy to a vinyl DJ set, enjoy a cocktail tasting, and more. Stop by from 6:30-9pm to join!

• Free Concert at Wrightsville Beach Park: The Concerts in the Park are officially back! Stop by from 6:30-8pm for a family-friendly outdoor concert experience. This week, the Overtyme Band is taking the stage! Listen to live music, snack on fresh food from a local food truck, and make new memories all summer long.

• Paint Your Own Pottery at End of Days Distillery: Are you itching to get creative? Paint your own pottery when you get your ticket TODAY on the patio in the Cargo District! While you’re creating your masterpiece, grab a bite to eat from Mibby’s Deli — all from 6-8pm!

• Third Thursday Trivia at Axes & Allies: Hold my beer — I know that one! Hold My Beer Trivia is hosting this exciting event at Axes and Allies. Get the answer wrong? No worries, throw axes until you forget! The game starts at 6:30pm.

• Lord Huron at Live Oak Bank Pavilion: We’re going back to The Night We Met with Lord Huron! The show starts at 7:30pm at the Riverfront Park — get your ticket today!

Friday, June 19

• Songs of Peace 2026 at Wrightsville Beach Brewery: Do you hear that? It’s the songs of peace! Stop by to hear it in real time with live music from four different performers, a live open mic for spoken word poetry, and five different speakers! This event starts at 6pm.

• The History of Rock and Roll in America at Station No. 2: Coda & Verse is a show you will surely remember, as you are walked through the history of everything we’ve forgotten! Catch the history of rock and roll starting at 6pm featuring familiar local perfomers.

• Darius Rucker at Live Oak Bank Pavilion: It’s always been about Carolina for Darius Rucker! Let that Wagon Wheel roll and get your ticket today — the show starts at 7pm.

• World Cup Watch Party at Wrightsville Beach Brewery: Calling all soccer fans! The US is playing Australia and Wrightsville Beach is ready to watch! Watch with them starting at 2:30pm as you enjoy drink specials!

• Picnic in the Park at Smith Creek Park: The Three Pines Project is hosting a Summer Solstice Potluck! This event is free and open to all — bring a dish and stop by after 5:30pm!

• Moonlit Beach Haze at Wine & Design: BYOB! Bring your own bottle and settle in to paint your own perfect moonlit beach haze! Whether you paint alone, with a friend, or for date night, this is the perfect way to spend you Friday night! Reserve your spot today.

Saturday, June 20

• Blue Moon Burlesque at The Eagle’s Dare: It’s getting cheecky at The Eagle’s Dare for pride month! Join Velvetina for a night of adult fun and performance! Get your ticket today.

• Tourist Trap Market at Jimmys Inland: Party like a tourist! Stop by Jimmys Inland with The Neighborhood Market from 1-6pm. Shop local vendors, listen to live music, sip on a tiki cup, and more!

• Murder Mystery at End Of Days Distillery: Are you great at Clue? Are you a true crim junkie? Do you just want to have fun with something different? Then this is for you! Get your ticket today for Murder Mystery Part 1, a casted experience with a tasty menu!

• The Corner Market at Flytrap Brewing: Sip and shop local in the Brooklyn Arts District! Grab a drink from Flytrap, snack on Kimchi Taco, and listen to the New River Band, all while you shop from 1-5pm.

• Wilmington Westies Monthly Social Dance at The Studio Collective: Get ready to swing! The Wilmington Westies are coming together for their monthly western swing dance party. Stop by for a lesson from 6:30-7pm and then free dance from 7-10pm! Entry is $12 at the door.

• Family Nature Walks at Greenfield Lake Park: Grab the kids, your friends, or just yourself! It’s time for the monthly walk through Greenfield Lake Park with the Cape Fear Bird Observatory from 9-10am. Meet at the Boathouse!

Sunday, June 21

• Father’s Day Skate at Scooters: Dads, this one is for you! All fathers skate free on Sunday from 2-5pm to celebrate Fathers Day.

• Pride Adoption Event & Supply Drive at The Rift: Show your love this Pride Month by giving back to our furry friends! Meet adoptable dogs and bring some much-needed supplies to the drive for this LGBTQ+ funded rescue! After, stick around for a doggy and human drag show! Stop by from 3-5pm.

• Father’s Day Vinyl Market at Tap Yard: Take your dad out for a special date at this vinyl market! Shop local vendors, grab a bite, and get a fun drink to celebrate from 12-4pm at Tap Yard!

• Open Mic Night at Yacht Club Wilmington: Show off what you’ve got at Open Mic Night! All musical acts are welcome from 4-7pm.

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Rx Chicken and Oysters — your new favorite restaurant~

Dress it up or dress it down, this is the place for you! Rx is a cozy restaurant in downtown Wilmington that serves fresh surf and turf with a side of ambiance! Wash it all down with a craft elixir.

Check out their website for more details!

📍421 Castle Street

Wilmy Weekly Tip: Keep an eye on the menu — it’s always changing with the season of fresh NC seafood!

Featured Food Deal of the Week: Father’s Day Brunch @ Little Dipper Fondue

Get a three-course fondue brunch from 10am-2pm! Reservations are filling up so put your name in today!

📍138 S Front St

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• Bowstring | Shot Thru The Heart | 7pm

• Airlie Gardens | Jack Jack 180 Live | 6pm

• Port City Marina | Machine Gun Band | 6pm

Saturday

• The Exchange Lounge | Throwback Country Band | 8pm

• Port City Marina | Jack Jack 180 | 6pm

• Wilson Center | Trae Crowder | 8pm

Sunday

• Wilmington Distillery | Dirty Dead | 7pm

• Bowstring | Fortunate Youth | 7pm

• Riko’s Pizza | Made At The Beach | 2pm

FOOD TRUCKS
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

COASTAL 523

June 18 | Franklin Square Park | 5pm to 8pm

CHEF DRIVEN

June 19 | Broomtail Craft Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

EASTSIDE

June 19 | Wilmington Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

THE FOXES BOXES

June 19 | Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | 6:30pm to 9pm

SEAVIEW CRAB COMPANY

June 18 | Flytrap Brewing | 5pm to 8pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

Local rapper inducted into NC Hall of Fame: Sha-Rock, local to Wilmington, will be the first female rapper to be inducted into the NC Hall of Fame.

NC Blueberry Festival kicks off this weekend: The Annual NC Blueberry Festival is kicking off this weekend in Burgaw. Get started with the Blueberry Stomp on 6/19 at 6pm and keep the fun going into Saturday!

Bellamy Mansion honors Juneteenth holiday: Friday, 6/19, is the federal holiday Juneteenth celebrating Black liberation in the United States. The historical Bellamy Mansion will be celebrating with a special 90-minute walking tour.

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Friday
69🌡️88 | 🌧️73% | 💨SW 18 mph

Saturday
68🌡️89 | 🌧️15% | 💨 N 8 mph

Sunday
74🌡️91 | 🌧️5% | 💨 SW 11 mph

Monday
77🌡️90 | 🌧️32% | 💨 SW 15 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 79°F