Visit Wilmington, NC and Beaches

Visit Wilmington, NC and Beaches The Official Fan Page for Wilmington NC's River District and Island Beaches
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From the historic downtown river district and Riverwalk that winds around the storied Cape Fear River to three colorful island beaches, Wilmington and our beach towns, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Wrightsville Beach, all charm visitors and residents alike with an independent spirit and energy that nourishes and recharges the soul. Surrounded by water, history, and natural beauty, it's the ideal place for a vacation or weekend getaway.

This is only the beginning 🌳 Celebrating Hey 23: a Call Back to Tree Hill with Friends With Benefit Events in Wilmington...
09/17/2026

This is only the beginning 🌳

Celebrating Hey 23: a Call Back to Tree Hill with Friends With Benefit Events in Wilmington this weekend? Comment TREE HILL and we’ll send you a link to our full One Tree Hill tour guide right to your DMs.

In this guide, you’ll find more than 25 filming locations to visit in and around Wilmington and our island beaches.

PLUS: there’s an interactive map for you to take the downtown filming location walking tour 🎥

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The Harry Forden Bridge, on N. 6th street. Need we say more?

The Dixie Grill🍳 which was the setting of Sam’s favorite diner, where Brooke’s foster child hung out. Grab delicious breakfast and lunch options here 7 days a week 🙌

Outdoor Equipped which was home to the original Karen’s Cafe ☕️. Stock up on all your adventure and outdoor gear while you’re here.

Naley’s Bench, where Nathan gave Haley the Cracker Jack bracelet. You’ll find it right next to Anne Bonny’s Bar & Grill, so be sure to grab a bite to eat or drink while you’re there. It’s Wilmington’s only floating restaurant, after all 💁‍♀️

The Black Cat Shoppe is the location of the CD shop that Chris worked at. They’ve got exclusive Tree Hill merch inside and other great finds, like the Wilmington Coffee Passport that you can take to “Karen’s Cafe” at The Maroon Monkey | Downtown Wilmington and get a stamp.

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Meet Ashley, owner of Bookworm Pottery and The Cozy Bookwyrm in downtown Wilmington 📍 Ashley started Bookworm Pottery (l...
09/16/2026

Meet Ashley, owner of Bookworm Pottery and The Cozy Bookwyrm in downtown Wilmington 📍

Ashley started Bookworm Pottery (located in The Cargo District inside the DSWX/ DesignWorx Warehouse in The Cargo District building) after she shifted away from her career plans as a tech editor.

The wake of the pandemic left many feeling isolated and creatively stunted. So, after she discovered her passion for pottery, Ashley thought, “what better way to bring people and art together again?”

At Bookwyrm Pottery, you can sign up for anything from a 6-week beginners course in ceramics to a date night pottery wheel session to themed classes 🐉

If you’re wanting to get a little bit crafty, head to their second location in the South Front District near Satellite Bar and Lounge. At The Cozy Bookwyrm, you can take classes in stained glass, ceramics painting, candle pouring, and more.

Bookwyrm Pottery will be on site at this weekend’s Wilmington Coffee Fest street fair on September 19 at station #42 on the map. So, get some early holiday shopping done or snag a fall-themed creation for your decor 🎃

9 events THIS WEEKEND around Wilmington 👇Wilmington Coffee Fest ☕Start at the 5th-annual Latte Art Showdown at Azalea St...
09/15/2026

9 events THIS WEEKEND around Wilmington 👇

Wilmington Coffee Fest ☕

Start at the 5th-annual Latte Art Showdown at Azalea Station on Friday (9/18) at 6 p.m., followed by the street fair on S. 15th street on the 19th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Art in the Yard🎨

Explore 60+ local artists’ work as they take over the island in Visit Carolina Beach, NC and Visit Kure Beach, NC on Saturday the 19th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday the 20th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Start at Good Hops Brewing 🍺

Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta & Festival 🐲🚣‍♀️

Watch and celebrate as 20+ teams race in authentic 37-foot dragon boats on 9/19 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m at the Carolina Beach Marina and Stoked Restaurant.

Trask Family Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch Grand Opening 🌽

The beautiful corn maze and pumpkin patch at Trask Family Farms opens for the season on 9/19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Latimer House Night Tour 🌙🕯️

Set out on a 1.5-hour-long night tour down the gaslit historic halls of the Latimer House in downtown Wilmington on 9/19 from 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Pumpkin Patch at Flytrap Brewing 🎃🍺

The pumpkin patch opens on 9/19 at noon - 11 p.m. They will be revealing their Oktoberfest beer, The Corner Market is from 1 - 5 p.m. Eat at Eastside food truck will be on site from 1 - 4 p.m. and Leo's Pizza will be there from 5 - 8 p.m. Live music by The Yard Doggs from 2 - 5 p.m.

USS NORTH CAROLINA Battleship Ghost Hunt & Tour 👻��

On Saturday (9/19) from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m., spend the night investigating paranormal activity aboard the USS North Carolina with the best equipment in the industry provided by Haunted Rooms America. Plus, you get VIP access to the torpedo hit area that’s usually off limits.

Riverfront Farmers' Market Inc, Downtown & Wilmington Farmers Market at Tidal Creek 🥬

Saturday (9/19) morning from 8 a.m to 1 p.m., the Riverfront and Wilmington Farmers’ Markets offer local artisan goods, fresh produce, and more. The Riverfront Farmers’ Market is located on Dock St. in downtown Wilmington. The Wilmington Farmers’ Market is at Tidal Creek Co-op in midtown on Oleander Dr.

Unlimited coffee, anyone? ☕️ Wilmington Coffee Fest is just 1 WEEK AWAY in the The Cargo District in downtown Wilmingto...
09/13/2026

Unlimited coffee, anyone? ☕️

Wilmington Coffee Fest is just 1 WEEK AWAY in the The Cargo District in downtown Wilmington, NC.

The festivities will kick off with the 5th-annual Latte Art Throwdown at Azalea Station on September 18 at 6 p.m. Watch the best of the best compete for the envied title of the best latte art. The Throwdown is FREE and open to the public.

On Saturday morning, head to 15th street between Castle and Queen St. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the ticketed street fair. Your ticket gains you access to the event, a Wilmington Coffee Fest mug for your samples, a limited-edition canvas tote bag, and the opportunity to vote on the best hot and iced coffees.

Explore artisan goods, bakery offerings, and other fun vendors along your coffee-fueled journey.

A portion of all ticket sales go toward 2 local non-profits, and Coastal Carolina Wildlife Rehab

Comment COFFEE FEST and we’ll send you a link to learn more and how to snag your tickets 🎟️

The pumpkin patch coming soon at Flytrap Brewing 🎃👇The grand opening of the Flytrap Brewing pumpkin patch will be on SAT...
09/09/2026

The pumpkin patch coming soon at Flytrap Brewing 🎃👇

The grand opening of the Flytrap Brewing pumpkin patch will be on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The opening kicks off with an Oktoberfest beer release. Then, explore the Corner Market with local artisans and makers from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Food trucks will will on site in the afternoon and evening:

Eat at Eastside from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. AND Leo's Pizza from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

PLUS:

Live music from Yard Doggs 🎸 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The fun doesn’t stop at the grand opening. They have a whole pumpkin patch events schedule PACKED with fall favorites. Go give Flytrap Brewing a follow to keep up to date with all the pumpkins, pints, music, markets, and seasonal fun this fall.

09/09/2026

Pure magic splashing around with the true locals 🐬 ✨

🎥 Bethany Weidner Carpenter

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