Wilmy Weekly: September 19th

What’s Happenin’ in Wilmington 👀

Thursday, September 19th

• Live Music at Wrightsville Beach Brewery: Every Thursday from 6pm to 9pm. Grab a beer and enjoy!

• Golden Age Medium, An Evening of Evidence from Beyond: Kathryn is a Medium, Psychic and Energy Worker, taking you on a journey to connect with lost loved ones. $35 per person starting at 6:30pm at Upstairs Hampstead.

• Coldplay Candle Light Concert: The next installment of Candle Light Concert at the Elia with shows at 7pm and 9pm features your favorite Coldplay songs!

• Sunset Performance Series from Leme Nolan: “an evening of Music and Storytelling” at the Cameron Arts Museum. A perfect relaxing start to your weekend! $5 per person, with the show starting at 7pm.

• Cape Fear Arts in Motion: Presented by Forward Motion Dance on the Historic Main Stage at Thalian Hall. $35 per person, starting at 7:30pm.

• Singles Mixer: $4 Vodka sodas and $4 Coffee shots starting at 8pm at Rally Point Bar Arcade! “A night filled with drinks, games, and a chance to meet your player 2!”

Friday, September 20th

• Ocean Fest Oysterpalooza and Music Festival: from 4pm to 10pm at Soundside Park in Surf City. Your ticket (starting at $25) includes a dozen oysters, music, and grillables. Grab your tickets and more info online!

• Jazz Club with The Jim Ferris Trio: If you’re a fan of jazz, swing by Bourgie Nights for the show starting at 8pm (doors open at 7pm). Tickets start at $10.

• Lucas Zelnick Comedy: Social media famous Lucas Zelnick is taking his talent for comedy to the Dead Crow Comedy room for shows at 7pm and 9:30pm. Grab your tickets online!

• Nirvani A Nirvana Tribute Experience: A Tribute band with their main goal being to present as close a replica to the real thing. Their show at Bowstring Burgers and Brew Yard starts a 7pm with an $18 cover.

• Shakers Revised at Thalian Hall: The Harrington Repretory presents “Shakers Revised,” a play following the Shakers from England to “The American Dream.” Show starts at 7:30pm with tickets available online now!

• Comedy Night at Azalea Station: Show up at 8pm for drinks and laughs! $10 per person. 21+

Saturday, September 21st

• Herbie Hancock Jazz Pianist: “Considered to be one of the most innovative jazz musicians of all time” Herbie Hancock graces the Wilson Center. Visit event page for show times and tickets.

• Riverfront Farmer’s Market: Browse local artisans and goods from 8am to 1pm on Dock St between 2nd and Water Street. This is perfect opportunity for birthday or early Christmas Shopping!

• Greenfield Lake Monthly Nature Walks: This is an amazing FREE opportunity for nature lovers! If you’re looking to expand your birdwatching make sure to pack your sunscreen and bug spray for guided tour from 9am to 10am.

• Wilmington Railroad 45th Anniversary: from 11am to 2pm participate in FREE railway themed games, activities, music, and history. Grab your friends and family and head downtown!

• Kids Lollipopalooza Festival: Hosted at Wrightsville Beach Brewery from 12pm to 3pm. Bring your kids for music, Cotton candy, fairy hair, and face painting! You don’t want to miss this FREE festival for the whole family!

• Cape Fear Latinos Festival: from 12:30pm to 7pm at Riverfront Park, dance and eat the afternoon away! Bonus: bring your loved ones for family friendly activities!

• Music on the Farm: from 2pm to 7pm at Oak and Fennel Farms featuring live music and 20+ local vendors. If you’re a lover of local markets, live music, farm animals, or good vibes, this is the perfect weekend pastime for you!

Sunday, September 22nd

• Plant Palooza at Waterline Brewing Co: If you’re a plant lover, this plant themed market featuring all your favorite local vendors is the perfect way to end the weekend! Live music and food will also be onsite! 12pm to 4pm at Waterline Brewing Co.

• Salsa Dancing at The Starling Bar: Bring that special someone for a FREE salsa dancing from 7pm to 9pm (with, of course, drinks available for purchase).

• Liam Strong Charity Beach Run: Liam Strong was lost at 6 months old to Childhood Cancer. Join his parents as they honor him with a charity beach run and the Johnnie Mercer's Pier starting at 9am. The proceeds go to North Carolina Children’s Hospital.

• German Cookie Decorating at Prost: Free from 11am to 1pm!

• Vintage Flea ILM: looking for vintage clothing and jewelry to add to your collection? Swing by the UNCW campus between 1pm and 5pm for a wide selection of local vendors!

• Flytrap Brewing Presents Vintage Fashion Show: “you’ll be sipping on a pint or glass of wine while you watch a curated parading of fun looks styled by some of Wilmington’s best vintage vendors.” From 2pm to 5pm!

• Mad Max: Fury Road Movie Night At The Sorrow Drowner: Movie starts at 7pm and 8:25pm. Grab your drink and bites of choice, and enjoy!

FEATURED RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK 🇵🇦
Ceviche’s - Port City’s Taste of the Caribbean

Right on the way to or from Wrightsville Beach, this charming hole-in-the-wall restaurant serves the Wilmington area with a wide variety of Panamanian dishes. Ranging from traditional ceviche to tapas, empanadas, and signature cocktails, Ceviche’s has something for everyone (including a gluten free menu and vegan options)!

Expand your love to delicate, Caribbean cuisine during open hours OR, Celebrate Ceviche’s 10 year anniversary Friday, September 27th from 5pm to 9pm! Ceviche’s owner and chef, Hunter Tiblier founded Ceviche’s as a nod to his childhood, panama fishing with his dad.

Wilmy Weekly Tip: as is common with your favorite locally owned restaurants, Ceviche’s isn’t open every day! Make sure to check their website before you head over to confirm they’re open! Don’t make the same mistakes we have

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 

Friday

• The Starling Bar | Paige Bacon | 4pm

• Seven Mile Post | Overtyme | 6pm

• End of Days Distillery | DJ Professor Dub | 6pm

• Shuckin‘ Shack Oyster Bar | John Hussman | 6pm

Saturday 

• Cryptid Den | Joe Copple | 6pm

• Bowstring Burgers and Brew Yard | Artifakts & BASSBOSS | 7pm

• Ironclad Brewery | Davy Williamson, Chris Pearson, and Cary Benjamin | 4pm

• Cloud 9 Rooftop Bar | Krispee Biscuits | 7pm

• The Palm Room | Evening Elephants | 8:30pm

Sunday

• Cryptid Den | Sai Collins | 12pm

• Seven Mile Post | Mike Gangi | 6pm

• Greenfield Lake Amphitheater | Lawrence | 6pm

FOOD TRUCKS 
This Week’s Featured Food Trucks 🚛 

BOUY BOWL WILMINGTON:
September 20 — UNCW Student Recreation Center — 11am to 2pm
September 21 — UNCW Soccer Stadium — 4:30pm to 8pm

CHEF DRIVEN:
September 19 — Good Hops Brewing — 5pm to 8pm
September 20 — Fermental Beer and Wine — 5pm to 8pm

PORT CITY PLATES:
September 19 — The Bend — 5pm to 8pm
September 20 — Sandpiper Brewing Company — 5:30pm to 8pm

THE CAROLINA WHIP:
September 19 — Advance Care Wilmington Blood D — 11am to 1pm
September 20 — Tidal Wave Auto Spa Charity Day — 1:30pm to 4:30pm
September 22 — Porter’s Neck Country Club — 4pm to 7pm

WILMINGTON NEWS AND UPDATES

📣Trump Rally Scheduled for Wilmington: Former President Donald Trump is once again set to make a stop in Wilmington, his scheduled arrival being this Saturday (keep that in mind when predicting traffic). The rally will be held at the Wilmington International Airport in the Aero Center. The doors are expected to be open around 10am, with the event starting closer to 2pm. If you’re interested in going, you can claim up to two free tickets on their event webpage.

⚠️ Road Closures in the Greater Wilmington Area: An unnamed tropical disturbance recently brought some pretty heavy rainfall to the Wilmington area. Several roads were affected Monday and Monday night, and some still remained closed for repair. I-74 is currently under repair, but according to drivenc.gov the impact to traffic is low. If you’re looking to drive south of Wilmington, towards Fort Fisher, South Port, or Oak Island, be sure to check online and make sure you have the best route planned. Stay safe!

🌳 21 Tree Hill Scavenger Hunt: Celebrate One Tree Hill’s 21st Birthday with a series of activities around Tree Hill, NC! Grab your tickets online and start earning points for prizes! The challenge runs today through Sunday! All weekend, swing by “Karen’s Cafe” (hosted by the Maroon Monkey)!

WEATHER 🌡️ 

Thursday
69🌡️81 | ⛈️ | 🌧️55% | 💨 S 5 mph

Friday
67🌡️82 | ☀️ | 🌧️20% | 💨 SW 7 mph

Saturday
66🌡️82 | ☀️ | 🌧️5% | 💨 W 7 mph

Sunday
65🌡️82 | ⛅️ | 🌧️10% | 💨 SE 4 mph

Monday
64🌡️80 | ⛅️ | 🌧️10% | 💨 SW 7 mph

🌊🌡️ Ocean temperature = 78°F