Community Calendar

Historic Poplar Grove rings in the 2025 holiday season with 4 weeks of “Merry and Bright,” a dazzling festival of lights and holiday magic. The decorating divas of Poplar Grove are adding even MORE holiday scenes, vignettes and decorated trees for the ultimate photo ops and MORE of our ancient Oaks will be showcased in warm, flickering light. Fire-pits and marshmallow roasting areas will be out, different food trucks each night, snow machines and the indoor barns will have a select number of culinary delights, adult specialty libations, wine and beer and arts and craft vendors. This year the outdoor tent will be back for covered dining and live music on select nights. A real, professional Santa will be here all nights except for Thursday, December 4th and Mr. Twister (the ingenious balloon man) will be here on his new stage all nights from 5pm-9pm. Of course the Historic 1850’s Manor House will be decked out in its Victorian finest for you to take in the cozy sights and sounds of the Holiday Season.
Santa, Mr. Twister, marshmallow roasting, letters to Santa, letters to the troops at the vintage USO, a walk-through of the Victorian manor and all the photo ops you can handle are FREE with paid admission of $10 per person (adult and child, children under 2 are free). Tickets are available at www.poplargrove.org or at the gate the night of although capacity restrictions may apply. You can come anytime you like during the evening of the date selected and stay as long as you like for the ultimate interactive experience!
Show runs from Friday, November 28th to Sunday, December 21st from 5pm-9pm. Poplar Grove is a non-profit organization and funds raised help us continue our mission of “Education, Conservation and Preservation.”
See website for details or follow us on Facebook at “farmersmarketpoplargrove” and poplar_grove on Instagram.

Join the fine folks at Fermental as they brighten up the mid-week with their FREE Weekly Wine & Beer Tasting.

Serving and sampling a superb selection of libatious wonders from around the globe, every week, every Wednesday.

Educate. Lubricate. Sip. Sample. Smile.

All wines are available by the glass/bottle. Take home your favorite or enjoy in house as we celebrate another wonderful Wednesday in the Cargo District.

As always, 10% case discounts on all wine.
Mix & Match.

Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District.

910-821-0362 for more information.

The Wilmington Choral Society, the city’s oldest community choral ensemble since its founding in 1950, joyfully invites the public to a grand 75th Anniversary Concert on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at The Wilson Center. With more than 90 passionate singers under the direction of Jennifer Mueske and collaborative pianist Sheryl Tjon, this concert promises a rich program blending sacred and secular works—featuring selections like Irving Berlin’s Christmas, Baby It’s Cold Outside, Hallelujah Chorus, Ose Shalom, Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, and more—to honor the chorus’s enduring legacy in the Cape Fear region. As part of our mission to engage, educate, and support the greater community through song, we welcome longtime patrons and new audiences alike to join us in celebrating this milestone. Tickets are available through The Wilson Center and the Wilmington Choral Society website.

WILSON CENTER: https://wilsoncentertickets.com/events/season-of-celebration-2025-12-03-700-pm/

WILMINGTON CHORAL: https://www.wilmingtonchoralsociety.com/

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.

Historic Poplar Grove rings in the 2025 holiday season with 4 weeks of “Merry and Bright,” a dazzling festival of lights and holiday magic. The decorating divas of Poplar Grove are adding even MORE holiday scenes, vignettes and decorated trees for the ultimate photo ops and MORE of our ancient Oaks will be showcased in warm, flickering light. Fire-pits and marshmallow roasting areas will be out, different food trucks each night, snow machines and the indoor barns will have a select number of culinary delights, adult specialty libations, wine and beer and arts and craft vendors. This year the outdoor tent will be back for covered dining and live music on select nights. A real, professional Santa will be here all nights except for Thursday, December 4th and Mr. Twister (the ingenious balloon man) will be here on his new stage all nights from 5pm-9pm. Of course the Historic 1850’s Manor House will be decked out in its Victorian finest for you to take in the cozy sights and sounds of the Holiday Season.
Santa, Mr. Twister, marshmallow roasting, letters to Santa, letters to the troops at the vintage USO, a walk-through of the Victorian manor and all the photo ops you can handle are FREE with paid admission of $10 per person (adult and child, children under 2 are free). Tickets are available at www.poplargrove.org or at the gate the night of although capacity restrictions may apply. You can come anytime you like during the evening of the date selected and stay as long as you like for the ultimate interactive experience!
Show runs from Friday, November 28th to Sunday, December 21st from 5pm-9pm. Poplar Grove is a non-profit organization and funds raised help us continue our mission of “Education, Conservation and Preservation.”
See website for details or follow us on Facebook at “farmersmarketpoplargrove” and poplar_grove on Instagram.

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.

Join us for a public tour of Boundless, a sculpture by NC artist Stephen Hayes commemorating the United States Colored Troops and their fight for freedom.

Historic Poplar Grove rings in the 2025 holiday season with 4 weeks of “Merry and Bright,” a dazzling festival of lights and holiday magic. The decorating divas of Poplar Grove are adding even MORE holiday scenes, vignettes and decorated trees for the ultimate photo ops and MORE of our ancient Oaks will be showcased in warm, flickering light. Fire-pits and marshmallow roasting areas will be out, different food trucks each night, snow machines and the indoor barns will have a select number of culinary delights, adult specialty libations, wine and beer and arts and craft vendors. This year the outdoor tent will be back for covered dining and live music on select nights. A real, professional Santa will be here all nights except for Thursday, December 4th and Mr. Twister (the ingenious balloon man) will be here on his new stage all nights from 5pm-9pm. Of course the Historic 1850’s Manor House will be decked out in its Victorian finest for you to take in the cozy sights and sounds of the Holiday Season.
Santa, Mr. Twister, marshmallow roasting, letters to Santa, letters to the troops at the vintage USO, a walk-through of the Victorian manor and all the photo ops you can handle are FREE with paid admission of $10 per person (adult and child, children under 2 are free). Tickets are available at www.poplargrove.org or at the gate the night of although capacity restrictions may apply. You can come anytime you like during the evening of the date selected and stay as long as you like for the ultimate interactive experience!
Show runs from Friday, November 28th to Sunday, December 21st from 5pm-9pm. Poplar Grove is a non-profit organization and funds raised help us continue our mission of “Education, Conservation and Preservation.”
See website for details or follow us on Facebook at “farmersmarketpoplargrove” and poplar_grove on Instagram.

Watch and interact with World War II living history interpreters as they bring the Ship to life by re-enacting daily duties and drills. This event is perfect for families and scout/youth groups. Bring your questions and cameras!

Holiday Gift Workshop
Saturday, December 6, 2025
10 am to 12 pm
Visit Cape Fear Museum for a holiday gift-making workshop! Museum admission and one program are included in the $5 workshop fee. Workshops are free for members. Workshops are geared toward children age 6 and older with an adult helper. Two time slots are available (10-11 am or 11 am-12 pm) and PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS.

Craft festive tin ornaments and decorations using traditional metalworking techniques OR turn ordinary soap into an extraordinary gift with a fluffy wool wrap that makes everyone smile!

Enjoy complimentary juice, water, and cookies during the holiday event. We look forward to seeing you for a morning of creative crafting and fun! Happy Holidays!

Registration Link: https://www.nhcgov.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=5487&month=12&year=2025&day=17&calType=0