Live Shows in Wilmington 2026
Live stage shows, magic, ballet, opera, and family entertainment in Wilmington and nearby cities.
- Updated: November 15, 2026
Browse live shows in Wilmington, NC this year, including stage productions, musicals, plays, circuses, magic shows, ballet, opera, and family performances. Explore shows by date and venue, with schedules updated regularly as new events are announced.
- 85 Upcoming Shows
- 1 Live Shows This Weekend
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- Blade Runner - Live In Concert
- Nov 15 · 6:30 PM · Wilmington, NC
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Upcoming Live Shows
Explore live stage performances, venues, and upcoming show dates in Wilmington.Upcoming Live Shows: 85
- 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 ~ $84, Tickets Available: 450. 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 ~ $163, Tickets Available: 36. 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 ~ $372, 26 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — OTHER, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Drag Queen Christmas at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $159, Tickets Available: 76. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Urgent - Tribute to Foreigner at Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard, 1002 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $43, Avg. price ~ $169, Tickets Available: 42. Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 4:00 PM Tue — THEATRE, High Demand, Pay Later Available: Rhythm Streets Movement's Who Brought The Humbug? at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $900, Avg. price ~ $1,070, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 01, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — THEATRE: Rhythm Streets Movement's Who Brought The Humbug? at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $79, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $88, Avg. price ~ $184, Tickets Available: 52. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 4:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Ballet For Young Audiences: The Nutcracker at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $408, Tickets Available: 59. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Ballet For Young Audiences: The Nutcracker at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $40, Avg. price ~ $276, Tickets Available: 112. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 10:00 AM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Ballet For Young Audiences: The Nutcracker at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $545, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: City Ballet's The Nutcracker at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $116, Tickets Available: 98. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: City Ballet's The Nutcracker at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $140, Tickets Available: 78. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: City Ballet's The Nutcracker at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $141, Tickets Available: 70. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Miracle on 34th Street at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $190, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts: The Nutcracker at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $134, Tickets Available: 73. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts: The Nutcracker at Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center • 1559 seats, 703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $165, Tickets Available: 72. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Miracle on 34th Street at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $206, 28 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 13, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Miracle on 34th Street at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $226, 21 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 13, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas with C.S. Lewis at Kenan Auditorium, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, US. From $78, Avg. price ~ $316, Tickets Available: 96. Select Seats
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Blade Runner - Live In Concert
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 5
Nov 15, 2026 6:30 PM
The Nutcracker
601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
Upcoming Shows 2183
Nov 21, 2026 7:00 PM
Rhythm Streets Movement's Who Brought The Humbug?
310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 2
Dec 01, 2026 4:00 PM
The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical
310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 34
Dec 03, 2026 7:30 PM
Miracle on 34th Street
310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 101
Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
Christmas with C.S. Lewis
601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
Upcoming Shows 8
Dec 13, 2026 2:00 PM
William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet - Film In Concert
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 43
Jan 19, 2027 7:00 PM
A Beautiful Noise - The Neil Diamond Musical
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 192
Jan 22, 2027 7:30 PM
The Wiz
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 127
Feb 06, 2027 7:30 PM
Water for Elephants - The Musical
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 115
Feb 23, 2027 7:30 PM
Cirque Alice
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 62
Mar 05, 2027 7:00 PM
Give 'Em Hell, Harry!
310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 1
Mar 10, 2027 7:30 PM
Miraculous Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Live Stage Spectacular
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 14
Mar 19, 2027 6:30 PM
Mystic Pizza
703 N. 3rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 49
Mar 26, 2027 7:30 PM
Frozen - The Musical
310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Upcoming Shows 493
Apr 09, 2027 7:30 PM
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Live Entertainment Venues
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Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard
Wilmington, NC
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Brooklyn Arts Center
Wilmington, NC
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Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center
Wilmington, NC
Arena
Upcoming Shows 39
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Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
Wilmington, NC
Theatre
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Kenan Auditorium
Wilmington, NC
Theatre
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Thalian Hall
Wilmington, NC
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The Elia - Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
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Live Shows FAQ
Quick answers about live stage shows, theatre productions, and entertainment performances in Wilmington.
What types of live shows are happening in Wilmington?
Live shows may include theatre productions, musicals, ballet performances, opera, magic shows, family entertainment, and touring stage productions.
Are live show schedules updated regularly?
Yeah. Performance dates and venue schedules are updated often as new productions and touring events are announced.
Do live shows happen on weekdays?
Absolutely. Many venues host performances throughout the week, while weekends are usually the busiest show dates.
Where are live shows usually performed in Wilmington?
Live shows are commonly hosted at theatres, performing arts centers, auditoriums, and entertainment venues across Wilmington and nearby cities.
Are family-friendly live shows available?
Some productions are designed for all ages, including family theatre, magic performances, and seasonal stage shows.
Do touring productions visit Wilmington?
Yes. Many national and regional touring productions stop in Wilmington throughout the year.
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