Spring Things to Do in Wilmington, NC

Beaches, History and Outdoor Adventures for All

Find countless ways to explore in Wilmington and our island beaches with our guide to spring. Get active outdoors with nature trails, state parks and eco-adventures, venture out on historical tours and cruises or see our blooming gardens. Bask in the sun at our three island beaches. Plan the ultimate spring trip to the best of the Carolina coast.

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Annual Events & Festivals

Feast Wilmington - March 28-29
North Carolina Azalea Festival - April 8-12
Boogie in the Park Concert Series - starts May 3
Art in Harbor Way Gardens - May 9
Fireworks by the Sea & Boardwalk Blast - starts May 22
Orange Street ArtsFest - May 23-24

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Airlie Blooms & Brews

Celebrate Airlie's grandeur at this after hours garden party with food stations...

Pleasure Island Spring Restaurant Week

Celebrate delicious dining during the exciting Spring Pleasure Island (Carolina...

A250th: Wilmington Ladies Tea Walk Reenactment

Walk in the footsteps of history as we honor the women who processed and burned...

NC Azalea Festival Parade

Everyone loves a parade! Enjoy the glory and splendor as the NC Azalea Festival...

Women of Americana

Women of Americana is a musical celebration of the Americana music genre through...

Wilmington Earth Day

Come celebrate Earth Day with free live music, an abundance of food, beer, a...

Wings Over Carolina Beach Air Show

The Wings Over Carolina Beach Air Show will take place at Carolina Beach, N.C....

USA Beach Wrestling Nationals

Watch the fascinating USA Beach Wrestling Nationals when they return to Carolina...

Sea Jam Swing Weekend

Swing into Summer by the seaside at Sea Jam! Organized by the active Cape Fear...

Stoked To Go Out Pier-to-Pier Swim

Join the excitement when the Stoked to Go Out Pier-to-Pier open ocean swim goes...

Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Memorial Day Observance

Join the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA for the annual Memorial Day Observance as...

Interior of Prost Biergarten in Wilmington

Coastal Fare

Find award-winning fare and noteworthy restaurants too numerous to mention here from historic downtown to island beaches in our local foodie favorites guide. Visit RX Chicken & Oysters to savor fresh seafood including their farm-raised oysters, ‘Lucy Beas.’ Or, try G Prime Steak & Cellar, a luxury steakhouse featuring curated prime cuts, locally sourced seafood and more. After dinner, check out The Ibis, a Hi-Fi coffee and cocktail lounge in the Cargo District, or enjoy local and European craft brews on the garden patio at Prost Biergarten in downtown Wilmington. Pair handcrafted cocktails and ocean views on the Crystal Pier at Oceanic in Wrightsville Beach or at The Tropical, Carolina Beach's newest restaurant. In Kure Beach, try specialty cocktails at Jack Mackerel’s Island Grill. Be sure to check out all the local spots to sip craft brews and cocktails in speakeasies, by marinas, on waterfront rooftops and piers.

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Wilmington & Beaches Spring Guides