Wilmy Weekly: May 21

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What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, May 21

• Vegan Arab Cooking Class at Weezie’s Colorful Kitchen: Try your hand at a new flavor! Weezie’s is hosting their first hands-on vegan Arab cooking class! Reserve your spot today to start cooking at 6:30pm — ingredients are included!

• Metaphysical Class at Waterline Brewing: Connect with your innerself through this energetic evening! Sign up now for a night of Crystals and Energy Healing 101 under the stars. Class starts at 6pm!

• Grand Opening Weekend at Greenfield Lake Yacht Club: The local watering hole, Greenfield Lake Yacht Club, has found a new home on Princess Street! The bar opens at 5pm so stop by to kick off the party in their new spot!

• Fairy Hair For All at Waterline Brewing Company: Bring some whimsy back intto your life with a little bit of sparkle! Stop by from 4-7pm to grab a beer and get some fairy hair. Appointments and walk ins are both welcome!

• 2026 Sneaker Ball at Hotel Ballast: It’ll be a night to remember! Get your tickets today to join this awards celebration of soul, music, and great company! This event is open to the public so grab a friend and stop by for light bites, live music, and more. Show up in sneaker chic!

Friday, May 22

• Taco Festival at Waterline Brewing: Who said tacos are just for Tuesdays? Stop by from 3-9m for Taco Palooza! Grab a bite, a beer, and a friend as you peruse local vendors, support small businesses, and make new memories!

• Don’t Tell Comedy at The Cargo District: Shhh — don’t tell! Don’t Tell Comedy is in town and they want you to get your tickets today to find out where! Get yours today!

• Emo Night at The Eagle’s Dare: Break out your black eyeliner! Emo Night is BACK at The Eagle’s Dare and you won’t want to miss it! This FREE live show will feature Forever This Way and is open to all ages. Stop by from 6-10:30pm.

• The Odd Ball at The Barzarre: Calling all odd balls! Celebrate your most wild self with this drag variety show! Support local artists with cash tips and show up ready for a time you won’t forget — the show starts at 9pm! This event is 18+.

• Annual Spring Show at Acme Art Studios: Rest your eyes on something new and beautiful with the Annual Acme Art Spring Show! Stop by for an opportunity meet the artists and see new artwork from 6-9pm on their opening night!

• Do The Right Thing at Jengo’s Playhouse: The Cinematique of Wilmington Film Series is kicking off in full swing! Stop by this week for social hour, a matinee screening, and a post-film discussion. Get your ticket today!

Saturday, May 23

• 30th Annual Orange Street ArtsFest at the Hannah Block Historic Community Arts Center: Thalian Hall is celebrating thirty years of art in Wilmington with the Annual Orange Street ArtsFest! Peruse exhibits all day long and step into the historic community center for some cool air and concessions! Stop by from 9am-5pm.

• Jason Mraz Live at Wilson Center: Jason Mraz is Still Yours with his tour stop in Wilmington! Get your ticket today to see him perform life at the Wilson Center at 7:30pm.

• Adoption Event at Unleashed of Wilmington: It Takes a Village Rescue needs you to be a villager! Stop by Unleashed on Military Cutoff Road to meet dogs of all sizes, breeds and ages… you might just meet your new best friend! Stop by from 11am-2pm.

• Carolina Beach Market Opening Day at Lake Park: Get ready to play in Carolina Beach! Support and shop local to kick off the summer market season in Lake Park from 8am-1pm.

• Watermelon Fest at Tap Yard: Sergeant Spuds is reporting for duty! Show Wilmington what you’re made of when you dress up a spud your way… Grab a loaded bake potato and mingle with friends from 2-8pm.

• Sip and Shop Saturday at Eclipse Artisan Boutique: Get inspired at Eclipse! Stop by for light refreshments to sip as you shop beautiful art from 10am-5pm — Saturdays only!

Sunday, May 24

• Dolly Boy Memorial Day Performance at Ibiza Nightclub: Party like it’s Memorial Day! Dolly Boy is performing Sunday night at 10:30pm — doors open at 9pm!

• Memorial Day Weekend Tastings at Blue Moon Gift Shops: Spend Memorial Day weekend with something sweet! Stop by from 12-4pm to sample homemade sweets from Sarah’s Cookie Jar and traditional BBQ from Aunt Thelma’s!

• Sunday Morning Adventure Swim and Trailborn Surf & Sound: Hit the sand! Trailborn is bringing back their summer adventure swims starting this Sunday! Meet at 7am and come prepared — distances will vary!

• Fish Fry in the Beer Garden at Ponysaurus: Step into the garden for an all-you-can-eat fish fry! Enjoy fried local catfish, hush puppies, coleslaw, potato salad, slushie flights, cocktails, and more. Get your ticket today!

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK:
Market House — the perfect spot for riverside sips!

Welcome to your new favorite bottle shop! Market House Beer & Wine is nestled on the riverfront and offers any flavor you’re craving. From 175 beers to 100 wines, they have alcoholic beverages covered. Alcohol not your thing? No worries! Enjoy the view with a THC beverage or a mocktail instead!

Check out their website for more details!

📍119 South Water Street Suite 12

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Featured Food Deal of the Week: Food and Drink Specials @ Blue Surf Cafe

Stop by Blue Surf Cafe this Saturday after 5pm for $5 bubbly or 2 entrees and a salad for just $40!

📍250 Racine Drive

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• The Wild Goose Bar & Lounge | Kamden Wayne | 8pm

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | moe. | 6:30pm

• Wilson Center | 38 Special | 7pm

Saturday

• Live Oak Bank Pavilion | Iration | 6:30pm

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | Punch Brothers | 8pm

• SeaWitch Tiki Bar | Flannel Rebellion | 8:30pm

Sunday

• Katy’s Grill and Bar | Dragons with Matches | 2pm

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | Loud Music Company | 5:30pm

• The Barzarre | 4 Bands Crushin’ Event | 12pm

FOOD TRUCKS
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

EASTSIDE

May 21 | Biggers Market | 5pm to 8pm

May 22 | DrumTrout Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

FUSION FRIES

May 21 | Sawmill Point Apartments | 5:30pm to 8:30pm

May 22 | Wilmington Brewing Company | 5pm to 8pm

KIMCHI TACO

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

PEPE’S TACO TRUCK

May 22 | Flytrap Brewing | 6pm to 10pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

‘The Voice’ winners come to Wilmington: The Vitamin String Quartet and Girl Named Tom are slated to come together for a joint perfomance at the Wilson Center in October! Tickets go on sale Friday, May 22 at 10am.

Wilmington welcomes new collegiate baseball team: The Cape Fear Ghost Crabs will play their inaugural game during Memorial Day weekend at Brooks Field. Their first game will kick off the summer season on Monday, May 25.

Port City Highland Games celebrates fifth year: The annual Port City Highland Games will kick off their fifth year of play this month! This event will benefit paws4people and returns May 30.

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Friday
70🌡️83 | 🌧️46% | 💨S 10 mph

Saturday
69🌡️82 | 🌧️37% | 💨 S 10 mph

Sunday
70🌡️81 | 🌧️36% | 💨 S 9 mph

Monday
71🌡️84 | 🌧️24% | 💨 S 11 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 72°F