Wilmington Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Wilmington, NC, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Wilmington throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 179 Upcoming Events
- 12 Events This Weekend
- 13 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 179
- sports 16
- concerts 47
- broadway 48
- Live Shows 86
- comedy 30
- family 12
- This Weekend 12
- festivals 1
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Wilmington events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Wilmington Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Wilmington
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 179
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COMEDY: Sean Patton at Dead Crow Comedy Room,
511 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $63, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats - Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand: Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $78, Avg. price ~ $450, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — Concert: A Tribute to The Count Basie Orchestra at Kenan Auditorium, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $72, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 9:30 PM Fri — COMEDY: Sean Patton at Dead Crow Comedy Room, 511 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $88, Tickets Available: 36. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — FESTIVAL / TOUR, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: BAD Day Music & Arts Festival at Brooklyn Arts District, 710 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $168, Avg. price ~ $201, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — 50s / 60s ERA, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Drifters at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $72, Avg. price ~ $234, Tickets Available: 60. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Sean Patton at Dead Crow Comedy Room, 511 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $55, Tickets Available: 40. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Best Value, Weekend Event: North Carolina Wilmington Seahawks vs. Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns at Trask Coliseum, 601 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, US. From $5, Avg. price ~ $12, Tickets Available: 102. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — 50s / 60s ERA, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Drifters at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $71, Avg. price ~ $211, Tickets Available: 71. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — CLASSICAL, Weekend Event: Wilmington Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven's Fifth Symphony at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $55, Avg. price ~ $72, 7 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 9:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Sean Patton at Dead Crow Comedy Room, 511 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $81, Tickets Available: 46. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 6:30 PM Sun — FILM, Best Value, Weekend Event: Blade Runner - Live In Concert at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $5, Avg. price ~ $86, Tickets Available: 513. Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — COMEDY: The Second City - Nut-Cracking Holiday Revue at Kenan Auditorium, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, US. From $56, Avg. price ~ $69, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 3:00 PM Fri — HOLIDAY, High Demand: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $58, Avg. price ~ $222, Tickets Available: 139, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COMEDY: Andy Forrester at Dead Crow Comedy Room, 511 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $31, Avg. price ~ $70, Tickets Available: 44. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — HOLIDAY, High Demand: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $68, Avg. price ~ $307, Tickets Available: 155, VIP Packages. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand: Hunter Flynn at Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard, 1002 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $36, Avg. price ~ $216, Tickets Available: 44. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 9:30 PM Fri — COMEDY: Andy Forrester at Dead Crow Comedy Room, 511 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $31, Avg. price ~ $73, Tickets Available: 44. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: A Farewell to Kings at Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard, 1002 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $38, Avg. price ~ $162, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: World Ballet Company: Nutcracker at Kenan Auditorium, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, US. From $103, Avg. price ~ $325, Tickets Available: 34. Select Seats
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Wilmington Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Wilmington events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Sean Patton
511 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 23
Nov 13, 2026 7:00 PM
A Tribute to The Count Basie Orchestra
601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 13, 2026 7:30 PM
Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 19
Nov 13, 2026 7:30 PM
BAD Day Music & Arts Festival
710 N 4th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 14, 2026 12:00 PM
The Drifters
310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 9
Nov 14, 2026 2:00 PM
North Carolina Wilmington Seahawks Basketball
601 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403
Upcoming Events: 26
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM
Wilmington Symphony Orchestra
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 4
Nov 14, 2026 7:30 PM
Blade Runner - Live In Concert
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 6
Nov 15, 2026 6:30 PM
The Second City - Nut-Cracking Holiday Revue
601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
Upcoming Events: 8
Nov 19, 2026 7:30 PM
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 79
Nov 20, 2026 3:00 PM
Andy Forrester
511 N 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 8
Nov 20, 2026 7:00 PM
Hunter Flynn
1002 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 12
Nov 20, 2026 8:00 PM
A Farewell To Kings
1002 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 5
Nov 21, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
Upcoming Events: 2174
Nov 21, 2026 7:00 PM
A Drag Queen Christmas
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Events: 36
Nov 21, 2026 8:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Wilmington. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Wilmington right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Wilmington rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Wilmington?
Yeah — Wilmington doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Wilmington?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Wilmington, NC. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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