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This weekend
12 AMALLEYCVTThe Pier at Port City Marina, Wilmington
ALLEYCVT brings a Halloween show to The Pier at Port City Marina in Wilmington, NC. A discount code, becka10, is available for tickets.
10 Harnett Street, Wilmington
8 AMRiverfront Farmers Market Dock Street, Wilmington
Celebrating 23 years, this Wilmington tradition brings a lively open-air marketplace filled with local flavor. On Saturdays, browse seasonal produce, pasture-raised meats, farm eggs, local honey, roasted coffee, chocolates, and fresh-baked breads, muffins, and cakes. Find small-batch jams and salsas, then explore distinctive, handcrafted goods from local artisans, so every visit offers something new to discover. Admission is free, and leashed pets are welcome. With appreciation to Cumulus Media and Excite Credit Union.
110 Dock St, Wilmington
9:30 AMFun & Fabulous Fall Cutting BoardsCrossroads Gathering Place, Oak Island
At Crossroads Gathering Place, this hands-on crafting session invites participants to create a set of two solid wood cutting boards with a fall theme. Choose from design options including decorative papers, ribbons, colors, wording, and small critter accents. Enjoy a welcoming environment that encourages creativity and conversation while making seasonal decor to take home. Registration and payment of $40 are required in advance, and walk-ins are not available.
128 Country Club Dr, Oak Island
10 AMPokeKon FestHotel Ballast, Wilmington
At Hotel Ballast in Wilmington, North Carolina, PokeKon Fest brings a new all Pokemon show for all ages, featuring voice actors, vendors, and artists, plus panels, trivia, and retro, video game, and cosplay contests.
301 N Water St, Wilmington
10 AMAdoption Event WilmingtonLongleaf Park, Wilmington
Meet adoptable pets at Paws in the Park. Apply in advance if you hope to take a pet home that same day.
1 PMOne Piece TCG TournamentCape Fear Games, Wilmington
Set sail for a casual One Piece Card Game tournament featuring Standard format with Swiss rounds. The entry fee is $8 and can be purchased in store, and a Bandai account is required to play. Everyone who enters receives an OP Tournament Pack. Store credit is awarded for each match win, with $5 per win when the event runs three rounds or $4 per win when it runs four. Any undefeated X-0 finish earns one pack from the most recent Standard set, and first place also takes home an OP Winner Pack. For Standard play, only sets that have had a prerelease are eligible.
4107 Oleander Dr, Wilmington
2 PMNowcat Halloween BashThe Grape and Ale, Oak Island
Nowcat brings a Halloween-themed set to Grape and Ale on Oak Island. This songwriting group entertains crowds with a blend of Americana, jam rock, and rhythm and blues, performing a range of hit songs spanning the 20th and 21st centuries. Expect a lively atmosphere and a soundtrack suited to the spooky spirit of the season.
8521 E Oak Island Dr, Oak Island
4 PMThe Monster SmashHouse of Pickleball, Leland
Celebrate Halloween with open pickleball play, dinner catered by Mission BBQ, and a costume contest featuring retro candy and prizes.
115 Long Pine Drive, Leland
5 PMTrue Crime TourDowntown Wilmington
Explore Wilmington's darker chapters on a tour that shares infamous, unusual, and startling true crime stories. Learn about spying in the 1940s, murders that trace back to the city's tumultuous 1840s, and other accounts that reveal a lesser-known side of local history.
2601 Park Ave, Wilmington
6:30 PMMTG Saturday Commander TournamentCape Fear Games, Wilmington
Experience a Magic: The Gathering Commander tournament that lets you choose your pace. Pick a relaxed, social pod or compete in a winner-takes-all setting. Matches are played in 4-player pods with single-elimination. Entry is $7. In casual pods, every participant receives a $5 store credit coin, and the last player standing also earns two pulls from the promo card library. Registration is handled in store, and a Wizards Eventlink account is required.
4107 Oleander Dr, Wilmington
7 PMBurning Pages 2nd Annual Romantasy BallThe Elia, Wilmington
Dark, decadent romance arrives in Wilmington, NC as the second annual romantasy ball returns with a moodier twist, trading polite society for secrets, locked-away fortunes, and hints of forbidden love. The Elia becomes a world of vendors, attending authors, dancing, live entertainment, food, and imaginative fantasy touches that infuse the celebration with a sense of magic. Guests can lean into a gothic, Bridgerton-inspired aesthetic with elegant gowns and sparkling jewels to match the tone. Ticket holders receive a formal invitation that also serves as entry, including a chance to choose one of five courts to pledge allegiance to. What happens after that choice remains a secret until arrival, preserving the intrigue that defines this Burning Pages experience.
254 N Front St, Wilmington
7 PMRocker’s Halloween Bash/Costume ContestThe Rusty Nail, Wilmington
The Rusty Nail hosts a Halloween rock bash with a costume contest awarding prizes for first, second, and third place. Performances by local bands BURNPIT and Ghostlite set the soundtrack for the party. Admission is free. Enjoy event themed concoctions and cold beverages while spending time with friends and fellow rock fans. Costumes of all kinds are welcome. Pets and weapons are not allowed.
1310 S 5th St, Wilmington
7:30 PMClimbing Film TourWilmington
The Climbing Film Tour presents a collection of short films celebrating the global climbing community. Selected from submissions around the world, the films feature climbing, storytelling, and adventure, with themes of inspiration and determination. The program includes Les Passagers du Vide and the Treasure of the Aravis Gate, Climb Together, Beauty in a Fall, Keep Going, and La Rubia.
8118 Market St, Wilmington
8 PMWilmington Goth Night: Halloween PartyThe Barzarre, Wilmington
Wilmington’s goth night marks Halloween with a European-style celebration at The Barzarre, inspired by the German Die schwarze Szene tradition that brings together the full spectrum of dark music. The soundtrack spans synth pop, cold wave, post-punk, goth, dark folk with medieval influences, contemporary dark metal, and more, with an emphasis on new releases from around the world alongside a few timeless favorites. Atmospheric touches like bubble fog and lasers help set the mood, and videos on the big screen may include flashing patterns. Strobe lights are not used, but those with photosensitivity should take care. This event is open to all ages and admission is free.
1610 Castle St, Wilmington
8 PMMGB/Seawitch Tiki BarSeaWitch Tiki Bar, Carolina Beach
Celebrate Halloween at Seawitch Tiki Bar and come scare Tina.
227 Carolina Beach Ave N, Carolina Beach
12 PMFishin with Special Friends 15th Year Anniversary 2026Johnnie Mercers Pier Fishing Friends, Wrightsville Beach
Mark fifteen years with a casual day centered on fishing, sunshine, and good times. Enjoy a welcoming setting with plenty of chances to meet new friends.
23 E Salisbury St, Wrightsville Beach
5 PMWorld Tavern Poker NightBackspin Social, Wilmington
Backspin Social in Wilmington, NC features free World Tavern Poker No-Limit Texas Hold'em tournaments that welcome both newcomers and seasoned players. Run through the largest bar poker league in the United States, these events have no buy-in and involve no gambling. Players earn points toward local, regional, and national rankings with chances to qualify for championship events and compete for major prizes. Expect a friendly setting where participants can sharpen their skills and connect with fellow poker enthusiasts.
6717 Market St, Wilmington
6 PMPool TournamentsThe Wild Goose Bar & Lounge, Wilmington
The Wild Goose hosts weekly pool tournaments featuring 8-ball on Sundays and 9-ball on Wednesdays. Entry is $10, and the house boosts the winnings by matching half of the prize pool.
2731 Castle Hayne Rd, Wilmington
6 PMHonoring our Ancestors: A Kundalini Practice for Dia de los MuertosCarolina Beach
Take part in a Kundalini yoga practice honoring Día de los Muertos, guided by Bridger. The class is designed to support connection with ancestors, angels, and spirit guides. Herbal tea will be offered upon arrival, followed by a grounding and clearing Kundalini Kriya. Participants are encouraged to bring a photo or keepsake of a loved one for the community altar. The practice focuses on remembrance, healing, personal growth, and spiritual connection. Drop-in admission is $25, with a 10% discount for monthly members.
915 Lake Park Blvd N, Carolina Beach
12 AMSnack and ShopSouthport Ace Hardware
This demonstration event pairs shopping with snacks at Southport Ace Hardware.
8848 River Road SE, Southport
8 AMWrightsville Beach Farmers MarketWrightsville Beach Farmers Market
Stop by the farmers market to find Wagyu beef and Berkshire pork, both raised in North Carolina. It’s a chance to stock up on flavorful local offerings, whether you live nearby or are passing through.
2 Bob Sawyer Dr, Wrightsville Beach
10:30 AMKaleidoscope Play & Learn (at Main Library)New Hanover County Public Library, Wilmington
Smart Start’s free Kaleidoscope Play & Learn groups welcome families with children ages 0–5. Families can take part in weekly gatherings, and no pre-registration is required.
230 Grace St, Wilmington
5 PMSteam NightTrask Middle School, Wilmington
Trask Middle School hosts an evening of hands-on STEAM activities throughout the building. The PTA will raffle over three skip-the-drop-off-line spots and an outdoor Connect 4 game, and will sell Texas Roadhouse gift cards and individual Attractions book coupons. Food trucks will be on site, including Frontier To Go, LVL UP Coffee Truck, and Taqueria Del Valle.
2900 N College Rd, Wilmington
5:30 PMSBC's Margarita Monday'sPaloma's at Lela, Wilmington
Enjoy a social hour for Silent Book Club at Paloma’s. There’s no need to bring a book, though you’re welcome to bring one if you like. Margaritas are available for $6, and food is available for purchase. Please RSVP so the group can plan how many seats to save.
5001 Market Street, Wilmington
6:15 PMStar Wars: Unlimited Weekly TournamentWilmington
Take part in a Star Wars: Unlimited tournament using your own constructed deck. Players compete in up to three Swiss rounds of best-of-three matches, earning $5 in store credit for each match win. Every participant receives a three-card Organized Play Pack featuring alternate versions of cards, and an undefeated player earns a pack from the most recent Standard set.
4107 Oleander Dr, Wilmington
6:30 PMMTG Monday Night Modern Cape Fear Games, Wilmington
Bring your Modern deck for a weekly Magic: The Gathering tournament featuring Swiss play capped at three rounds. Entry is $8, with store credit added to the prize pool for each participant and distributed based on record. Undefeated players also earn a pack from the most recent Standard set.
4107 Oleander Dr, Wilmington
6:30 PMDisney's Lorcana TCG TournamentWilmington
Test your Lorcana deck in friendly competition with Swiss rounds using the Standard format, capped at three rounds. Players of all experience levels can take part. Participation prizes include two random promos, and players earn $5 in store credit for each match win. Undefeated players receive a pack from the most recent Standard set, and first place receives a pin and a promo card. Sets must have had a prerelease event to qualify as Standard. Entry is $8.
4107 Oleander Dr, Wilmington
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