Your guide to June Events in Wilmington and our surrounding beaches so you can make the most out of your summer.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (CAPE FEAR WEEKEND) -

Enjoy Summer with these upcoming events in Wilmington. Carolina Beach music festival, Father’s Day, and so many more events are on deck to make the most out of your summer weekends. Here’s your guide to concerts, musicals, exhibitions and more.

June 23rd

Sounds of Summer in Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach Park 4 Fran Russ Drive. Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Featuring Southern Trouble | Southern Trouble’s style of music ranges from contemporary country/country rock to southern rock

The 2022 Southport Summer Concert Series

Franklin Square Park, Southport , North Carolina 28461 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Southport Summer Concert Series is back at Franklin Square Park! Join us each Thursday night at 6:00 pm under the shade of the majestic oaks at Franklin Square Park to enjoy the great music!

Featuring: Zilches Classic Rock

June 24, 2022 - June 25

Michael Franti & Spearhead

Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - 1941 Amphitheatre Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401 | 7:00 PM

Enjoy music from an American poet, musician and composer who is a champion for social justice. This group blends hip hop with other musical styles including funk, jazz and rock.

June 24th - June 26th

Cape Fear 7′s Rugby Tournament

Ogden Park 615 Ogden Park Drive Wilmington, NC 28411 |9:00 AM

One of the largest Rugby Tournaments in the country will be featuring one of the most competitive premiere divisions including several hundred players from around the country.

Gotta Sketch ‘Em All – Sketch Comedy Special by Pineapple Shaped Lamps

Jengo’s Playhouse 815 Princess Street Wilmington, NC 28401| Friday and Saturday 8:00 PM and Sunday 3:00 PM

PINEAPPLE-SHAPED LAMPS IS BACK, LIVE AND IN PERSON!

Fellow Pokémon trainers of Wilmington! It’s time to gather up your Pokeballs and head to Jengo’s Playhouse because you only have THREE CHANCES to catch one of the funniest shows of the year! GOTTA SKETCH ‘EM ALL is a BRAND-NEW sketch comedy special covering all things Pokémon!

Tickets will be $18 general and $15 for students/seniors/educators!

June 25th

Wilmington Sharks Baseball and Fireworks show

Legion Sports Complex 2149 Carolina Beach Road Wilmington, NC 28401 | 7:05 PM

Come root for the home team at the Wilmington Sharks baseball game at Legion Stadium. College players from around the USA come to play summer ball.

Tickets: Adult:$8 | Children < 2:Free | Reserved:$10 | Home Plate Box:$12 | Season Passes on website

June 26th

The Mitchells vs the Machines: Movies at the Lake

Lake Drive and Lake Park Boulevard Carolina Beach, NC 28428 | 8:45 PM

Enjoy family movies under the night sky. Bring a blanket or chairs, a picnic, and family and friends, but please, not pets or alcohol. All movies take place at Carolina Beach Lake Park. This is a free event.

The Holden Beach Free Concert Series

131 Jordan Blvd, Holden Beach, NC 28462 | 6:30-8:00 PM

The Holden Beach free concert series takes place every Sunday from May 29 through September 4, 2022 at the Holden Beach Pavilion. Bring a friend, bring a chair and get ready to dance! Featuring The Tams

Historic Downtown Wilmington Marketplace

Front Street Wilmington, NC 28401 | 10 AM – 3PM

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.

June 30th

Sounds of Summer in Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach Park 4 Fran Russ Drive. Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Featuring Uptown Easy | Uptown Easy is an 7-piece dance party band featuring a powerhouse horn & rhythm section, strong, soulful vocals & personality for days!

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