Discover the joy of the season in Wilmington with our detailed event guide. For Wilmington devotees and casual visitors, our guide is your ticket to festive fun.
This holiday season, the Wilmington Christmas Tree Lighting draws locals and visitors alike with its captivating display of lights and community spirit. Experience the charm of the NC Holiday Flotilla & Day in the Park, an event that showcases beautifully decorated boats parading along the water. And the All Is Bright – A Holiday of Lights at Poplar Grove is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring stunning light displays set against the backdrop of nature. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Wilmington
- Ballet for Young Audiences: The Nutcracker
- The Nutcracker at Thalian Hall
- All Is Bright - A Holiday of Lights at Poplar Grove
- New Year's Noon Countdown
- Fourth Friday Gallery Night
- Spirit of the Holidays Cruise
- Holiday Flea at BAC
- Bacchanalia at The Sorrow Drowner
- Wilmington Christmas Tree Lighting
- Christmas By The Sea
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Wilmington Events Events
Ballet for Young Audiences: The Nutcracker (Wilmington) • 0.1 miles
Enchanting introduction to classical ballet for young audiences
The Nutcracker at Thalian Hall (Wilmington) • 0.1 miles
A magical holiday ballet adventure for all ages.
All Is Bright - A Holiday of Lights at Poplar Grove (Wilmington) • 0.2 miles
Enchanting holiday lights and festive attractions.
New Year's Noon Countdown (Wilmington) • 0.2 miles
Family-friendly New Year's celebration at noon
Fourth Friday Gallery Night (Wilmington) • 0.2 miles
Monthly after-hours celebration of arts and culture
Spirit of the Holidays Cruise (Wilmington) • 0.3 miles
Holiday cruise with live music and festive views
Holiday Flea at BAC (Wilmington) • 0.5 miles
Artisan vendors across multiple floors and areas.
Bacchanalia at The Sorrow Drowner (Wilmington) • 0.5 miles
Unique evening entertainment with age restrictions
Wilmington Christmas Tree Lighting (Wilmington) • 0.7 miles
Annual tree lighting ceremony hosted by the city
Christmas By The Sea (Wilmington) • 0.7 miles
Coastal holiday charm and festive cheer
Holiday Train and Light Spectacular (Wilmington) • 0.7 miles
Festive holiday train ride with dazzling light displays
Wrightsville Beach Museum Holiday Open House (Wrightsville Beach) • 8.3 miles
Historic cottages showcasing local heritage
NC Holiday Flotilla & Day in the Park (Wrightsville Beach) • 8.9 miles
Illuminated boat parade and fireworks display
Island of Lights Christmas Parade (Carolina Beach) • 14.1 miles
Annual holiday parade on Pleasure Island
Island of Lights: Lighting at the Lake (Carolina Beach) • 14.5 miles
Illuminated festive displays around a lake
Island of Lights New Year's Eve Celebration (Kure Beach) • 16.5 miles
Giant beach ball drop and fireworks finale.
Kure Beach Holiday Market (Kure Beach) • 16.6 miles
Oceanfront holiday shopping with local artisans
Fort Fisher Holiday Open House (Kure Beach) • 18.3 miles
Historic Civil War coastal defense fort
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