What's Happening in Wilmington & Carolina Beach

Top young sailors from across the country wrap up a four-day championship on the water. Grab a spot near the harbor and watch the final races.

Kick off the week with live music, ocean breezes and pier views.

Stroll Front Street, browse the Cotton Exchange and walk the Riverwalk along the Cape Fear River.

Pop into local restaurants and coffee shops — a perfect low-key Tuesday.

A good midweek live music option — burgers, brews and a great local set.

Bring a blanket for bonfires, music and pumpkins by the sea. A great date night or family outing.

Blues and soul from one of the genre's rising stars.

The virtuosic guitar duo brings their fiery acoustic sound to one of Wilmington's most beautiful venues.

Classic hits from the soft-rock legends in downtown's premier theater.

A big country and roots lineup on the riverfront.

A 36-hour shoreline tournament for bluefish, trout, black drum, pompano and sea mullet.

Athletes swim, bike and run across the Cape Fear region.

Heads up: expect traffic and road restrictions throughout the day.

20+ local teams fire up the smokers. Come hungry.

Costumes encouraged for this spooky-season trail run.

Pedal Pleasure Island with friends and neighbors.

Special menus and deals at island restaurants all week long.

Folk-country singer-songwriter under the cypress trees.

Sample, vote for your favorite, and enjoy live music and craft vendors.

Worth the road trip for oysters, music and coastal fun.

Close out the week dancing by the ocean.