Something to Crow About
A calorie-crushing lunch turns into a full-on feast at Rooster & The Crow, one of Water Street’s most crave-worthy restaurants.
Across the Cape Fear
Save our Ship!
How North Carolina school kids used the power of numbers to save a legendary ship from the scrap heap in 1961.
A New Spin on the Golf Scene
What started as a golf simulator in Mike Wilson’s garage has grown into Backspin Social, an indoor golf and social destination with locations in Wilmington and Leland.
The Art of the Leap
Actor and parkour pioneer Jesse La Flair talks about film, free movement and his next project — a parkour gym in the Port City.
A Valued Cultural Institution
The 12th Annual Wilmington Jewish Film Festival returns April 27–May 6, bringing powerful stories, acclaimed films, and community events to Wilmington.
Leanne Morgan’s Special
Leanne Morgan’s Netflix comedy special, filmed at CFCC’s Wilson Center in Wilmington, NC, reaches #1 on Netflix, spotlighting this premier arts venue.
History Comes to Light
Lower Cape Fear Historical Society’s Old Wilmington by Candlelight Tour is a tradition that provides cherished holiday memories for young and old.
2025 Lighthouse Beer & Wine Festival
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.
Call for Artists: 10th ARTfall
Showcase your art at the 10th Annual ARTfall Juried Art Show & Sale in Wilmington, NC—call for 2D/3D artists, deadline September 22, 2025.
Making an Impact
Brunswick County native Velva Jenkins, CEO of YWCA Lower Cape Fear in Wilmington, encourages donations to the YWCA Courage and Commitment Capital Campaign.
Wilmington Jewish Film Festival
Experience the 11th annual Wilmington Jewish Film Festival from April 27 to May 6 at Thalian Hall, featuring six acclaimed films, receptions, and cultural insights.
2025 Azalea Garden Tour
Explore the 2025 Azalea Garden Tour, April 4–6, featuring stunning gardens, Secret Gardens, and free Airlie Gardens admission with your ticket.
Unlock the Adventure: Game Over Escape Room
Game Over Escape Room in downtown Wilmington, NC brings high-end, film-quality escape room experiences to the Port City.