Dec 22 Monday
The Holiday Train Expo is fun for the whole family. See 12 layouts, over 30 trains and beautiful holiday decorations. Come experience the magic of the POLAR EXPRESS! The Expo is open on Saturdays and Sundays from Noon to 5 pm starting November 30th through December 29th.A special Black Friday showing will be Friday November 29th from Noon to 5 pm.After Christmas, come out on additional days: December 27th and 30th from Noon to 5 pm to keep the Holiday magic going.Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.$9.00 for adults, $7.00 for children, Infants are free.Located in the Dillards Wing at Independence Mall.
Dec 23 Tuesday
Bring your friends, bring your family, or bring yourself to Fermental's weekly game night: ROLL AGAIN.
Board games, card games, dice games, strategy, adventure, trivia, vintage, modern, classic, group, solo, etc.
This all-ages evening is a self-guided, casual dive into the world of game playing. From a few familiars to contemporary games, Roll Again is a weekly opportunity to meet other game enthusiasts from beginners to advanced players and everyone in-between.
This is a free event. Several games are provided to use. Bring your own for specific game play.
"When playing a game, the goal is to win, but it is the goal that is important, not the winning." -Reiner Knizia
Every Tuesday 5pm-10pm.Beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages are available.
Family friendly. Pet friendly. Free parking.
600 S. 17th St. Wilmington. NC 28401910.821.0362
Dec 28 Sunday
Historic Downtown Wilmington Marketplace is a city sponsored artisan outdoor market, in our 9th year. Every Sunday from April through October, local artists set up and display their creations on Front Street between Market and Dock streets, from 10-3pm. You can find jewelry, glass, fiber, clay, paintings and wall hangings.
Facebook: Historic Downtown Wilmington Marketplace Instagram:@downtownilmartistsContact: June Drachunus info@hdwmarket.com
Join the folks at Fermental as they keep the weekend moving along with their weekly SUNDAY JAZZ JAM, hosted by local artist, Jay Killman.
5pm - 8pm
With a solid foundation of house musicians including Killman, Jon Hill, and Gabrielle Sánchez, this recurring renaissance of jazz welcomes all level of performers: students, professionals, and beginners.
Bring your instrument or bring your ear and enjoy a weekly session of jazz artists and jazz enthusiasts.
Rotating Food Trucks 5pm
Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District
More info: 910.821.0362
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Host Jay Killman is a professional musician performing with a wide array of acts including jazz ensembles, singer songwriters, hip hop groups, and fusion bands. He is also an avid composer, arranger and teacher. He is currently an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. www.jaykillmanmusic.com
Dec 30 Tuesday
Jan 04 Sunday
Jan 08 Thursday
Thursday morning music club meets at 10:30 on the second Thursday Oct. - May. Our upcoming meeting will feature Beverly Andrews and the Classical Carolina trio in the lovely chapel at first Presbyterian Church. Reception will follow.
Join Wilmington's finest comedy collective for a night of spontaneous comedy, theatre, games and who-knows-what else! Waterline Brewing Co. graciously opens their stage to new and sometimes experimental improvised comedy! Come early at 7:30 for an open improv jam, where you can get up onstage and show your stuff with our performers.
Free, fun, and funny!Hosted by Jesslyn Wilson + Ben Ehrlich
Jan 10 Saturday
A monthly open mic variety show including area poets, musicians, artists, comedians, playwrights and more! Every 2nd Saturday at Bottega!