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Explore upcoming events in Wilmington and the nearby beaches, with our guides to planning your visit.
Wilmington Water Street Park start and finish area
See the daily program
The half marathon and 10K start at 6:45 a.m.; the 5K starts at 6:55 a.m. on November 15. All three start and finish near Water Street Park in downtown Wilmington. The organizer lists a 10:15 a.m. course closure, separate from street reopening.
Schedule checked 2026-10-26
Wilmington Cucalorus festival hub at Coastline Center and other Wilmington venues
See the daily program
Plan Cucalorus November 19-22, 2026: compare current passes and ticket bundles, find the new Coastline Center hub, and leave time between venues.
Schedule checked 2026-10-26
Kure Beach Ocean Front Park & Pavilion
9 am–3 pm Eastern time
Plan Wilmington holiday shopping with confirmed 2026 market dates, crafts and German food, plus markets awaiting announcements.
Schedule checked 2026-10-26
Wilmington St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church
10 am–4 pm Eastern time
Plan Wilmington holiday shopping with confirmed 2026 market dates, crafts and German food, plus markets awaiting announcements.
Schedule checked 2026-10-26 Wilmington Little Olive Co.
See the daily program
Two separate two-hour sessions each date, 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.; reserve a specific session.
Schedule checked 2026-10-30
Scotts Hill Poplar Grove Historic House & Museum
5 pm–9 pm Eastern time
Merry & Bright at Poplar Grove runs Nov. 27-29 and weekends through Dec. 22, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. Plan tickets, Santa, and the drive north.
Schedule checked 2026-10-05
This calendar includes events covered in our published guides. Schedules can change; check the official event details before heading out.
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