Attractions & Entertainment

The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher shows many of the ways that water impacts life in this area. Indeed, water has played perhaps the pivotal role in the Wilmington area’s history, development, and continuing growth. We are fortunate that we live in an area where water of all types exists in abundance.

From our spectacular sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to the relatively tranquil Intracoastal Waterway to the majestic Cape Fear River to the lakes and ponds that are ubiquitous in Southeastern North Carolina, we live, work, play, fish, swim, surf, snorkel and relax in close proximity to the water.

There are a number of ways to gain an understanding of the role water plays in our economy.

A good place to begin is to see what can be found in historic downtown Wilmington.

Upcoming Concerts In Wilmington 2021 To Look Forward To

by Tori Garzarelli | Jun 16, 2021

Summer 2021 is here and it brought live music with it! Check this blog out for a directory of dates, places, and performers coming to Wilmington in 2021!

2021 Azalea Festival
by Wilmington Today Contributor | Jun 2, 2021
Cape Fear Riverboats
by Wilmington Today Contributor | May 13, 2021
Port City Young Professionals
by Wilmington Today Contributor | Dec 6, 2020
Hitting All Angles at Beau Rivage
by Annesophia Richards | Sep 1, 2020

Past Articles...

River Landing Golf Course

by Wilmington Today Contributor | Aug 28, 2020

River Landing is a desirable community that offers a variety of amenities such as two 18-hole golf courses and a stunning River Lodge.

A New Way to Cruise the Cape Fear

by Annesophia Richards | Dec 4, 2019

Earlier this year, Cape Fear Riverboats welcomed its newest boat, Henrietta, to its fleet. Built in 1985, this two-deck boat joins Cape Fear Riverboats’ other two vessels, Captain J.N. Maffitt and Jacob’s Run, as part of downtown Wilmington’s longest continuously running boat tour.

Wilmington Symphony Orchestra Masterworks Series 2019

by Alisha Browne | Oct 8, 2019

Whether you’re a first time visitor or a long-time season subscriber, you will thoroughly enjoy an evening with the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra. Audience members are delighted each year by the Masterworks concerts presented by the orchestra, which includes 65 to 70 experienced musicians from around the Cape Fear Region. Founded in 1971, the WSO is one of the region’s distinctive cultural treasures.

Wilmington Symphony Orchestra Musical Beginnings

by Annesophia Richards | Sep 24, 2019

When violinist Gaile Zack and her family moved to Wilmington in 1971, she couldn’t find a home for her music. Having played in community orchestras in Arkansas, Florida and Tennessee, Zack quickly realized that although Wilmington had many community offerings, live classical music wasn’t one of them.

Who’s Who: Jake Walker, Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

by Wilmington Today Contributor | Sep 19, 2019

Optimistic, sociable and eclectic, Walker is currently general manager at Beau Rivage Golf & Resort in Wilmington and is constantly growing both professionally and personally.

5 Reasons to Support Wilmington Symphony Orchestra

by Annesophia Richards | Sep 17, 2019

For nearly half a century, Wilmington Symphony Orchestra (WSO) has regaled the Cape Fear area with an extensive lineup of live musical performances, including five masterworks classical concerts and two pops concerts each year. The orchestra’s rich history and cultural arts significance makes it an invaluable asset to the community.