2025 Lighthouse Beer & Wine Festival

by Sep 19, 2025Across the Cape Fear, Events, Food & Drink, North Brunswick, Online Exclusives

Discover 300+ beers, seltzers, THC drinks, ciders, and 100+ wines at Wilmington’s Lighthouse Beer & Wine Festival, benefiting Carousel Child Advocacy Center at Live Oak Pavilion, Riverfront Park.

On October 18, the Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival returns to Live Oak Pavilion at Riverfront Park for its 24th year, delivering the ultimate tasting experience in downtown Wilmington. Presented by Lighthouse Beer and Wine, this flagship fall event benefits Carousel Child Advocacy Center and pairs standout flavors with meaningful community impact.

Attendees can explore an expansive selection of more than 300 beers, seltzers, THC beverages, and ciders alongside 100+ wines from around the world. From hop-forward IPAs and crisp lagers to refreshing hard seltzers, smooth reds, and sparkling pours, the festival creates a curated tasting journey for every palate—all for a great cause.

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The experience goes well beyond the glass. A lineup of local food trucks and artisan vendors will keep the good eats and shopping flowing, while live music energizes the riverfront all day. The main stage will feature The Midatlantic, FUDGE, and Soundwavves. On the acoustic stage, Tyler Mckaig and additional acoustic artists will round out the soundtrack for a perfect fall Saturday by the water.

This event is about giving back as much as it is about great tastes. Proceeds support Carousel Child Advocacy Center, a Wilmington nonprofit dedicated to helping children in need.

Over its long history, the Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival has helped raise more than $900,000, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening the community.

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Plan your visit now and join thousands of craft beverage and wine enthusiasts at Live Oak Pavilion, Riverfront Park, on October 18. Enjoy exceptional tastings, live local music, great food, and a vibrant marketplace—while supporting an important local organization.

Tickets are available at https://lighthousebeerandwine.com and https://universe.com.

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