Events

October 10th

A Day to Remember

Tournament Format: Coed 4-person

Organization: A Day to Remember is celebrating 23 years of fundraising for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Proceeds from the tournament and raffle are donated to the New Hanover County Senior Center for Alzheimer’s and Dementia related programs. This tournament is held in Memory of William H. Musser, also foundly known around here as “Capt’n Bill”.

Facial cupping + cacao ceremony Gather in community, learn to support lymph flow & circulation, and go home with your own cupping set + oil!

Join us every Monday at 6:00pm for a fun run or walk through downtown (3-mile & 5-mile routes) to kick-start your week! The run starts and finishes at Hi-Wire Brewing's Wilmington taproom!

If you join us on 6 or more Monday runs, you'll get a free "Will Run For Hi-Wire Beer" t-shirt from Brooks, and after 12 runs, you'll get a gift card to Hi-Wire! Come and knock out some miles, enjoy a beer, and have a little fun on your Monday night!

Gentle Yoga with Steve Unger and Darren Shartle, RYT200

Start your morning with relaxation and renewal at Gentle Yoga.

Every Tuesday at 9 AM, instructors Steve Unger and Darren Shartle lead a gentle, all-level yoga session in the museum galleries, designed for mindfulness and well-being. Participants may practice with a chair or a mat.

$8 donations suggested; a portion of every donation supports CAM’s Museum School Scholarship program for adults and youth.

Each class follows a foundational flow that builds awareness, balance, and natural movement through Heaven → Earth → Wu Ji (stillness). We open with a warm-up sequence: - Heaven (upper awareness): light posture, spinal alignment, crown openness, and relaxed breath - Earth (grounding): rooting through the feet, weight shifting, stability, and connection to the ground - Wu Ji (stillness): deep relaxation, internal quiet, and deep "ocean" breathing to center the system From there, we build the practice: - Simple foundational Tai Chi movements introduced slowly and clearly — soft stepping, relaxed coordination, natural flow - Emphasis on Wu Wei (effortless action) — movement without force or tension - Gradual linking of movements into smooth, continuous flow - Ongoing focus on balance, grounding, and whole-body awareness - Breathwork maintained throughout as a steady internal rhythm As the series progresses, we expand into deeper layers: - Energy and internal awareness development - Healing sound practices - Broader education on life force (Qi) and its relationship to the body and human experience - Deeper integration of mindfulness, breath, and movement as one unified system We close each class by returning to Wu Ji stillness — integrating the practice into everyday life: walking, standing, and daily awareness.

The goal is to build not just movement skill, but a deeper understanding of balance, internal calm, and the living energy that animates the body and human experience. ✦ Stay on for more: Pat Ulacco's Tranquil Tuesdays guided meditation begins right after at 6:00 PM in the same space — making Tuesday evenings at Station No. 2 a beautiful full practice from movement to stillness.

Join us every Tuesday, for a fun evening of Ping Pong! Here's what you need to know:

• Sign up in our taproom BEFORE 6:30 each Tuesday.

• Enjoy a cold beer (Flagship pints are just $5 on Tuesdays) and savor some delicious Cugino Forno pizza and gelato while you play.

• BYOP (bring your own paddle) or borrow one of ours.

• Weekly prizes for 1st & 2nd place are up for grabs.

• Bringing friends along is GREAT, but no worries if you don't know anyone - we're is a fun & welcoming group!

Music Bingo is tonight! Join us every Tuesday at 7pm here at Lazy Pirate for a fun time

Join us every Wednesday for Tap Yard Run Club! Join us for Tap Yard Run Club with our friends from Fleet Feet Wilmington! All paces, ages, and experience levels are welcome and we have multiple route lengths available. Run club is totally free and there are no membership or fees required. Just show up, sign in, and run!

We are a market that promotes regenerative agriculture. Every single one of our farmers practice some aspect of regenerative farming.

It's a unique opportunity to be able to meet, know, and support the people who raise your food. We want to get back to these practices.

Come shop the market and support the people who work to provide your family with healthy food options, all while farming with practices that give back to the land.

Every Thursday 4-7PM

Join us Thursday, September 17 for the very first Pony Run! Choose a 1-, 3-, or 5-mile route, with all speeds welcome. Check in around 6:30pm and we’ll kick off the runs by 6:45pm. Expect a good time and treat yourself to a pint at the end of the run for a job well done!

To celebrate our first run, the first 20 runners will receive a Pony Run guitar pick redeemable for a special treat in the taproom! 🐴🎸

Pony Run is free to join! Runners should register with our Strava group and check in each week. Keep coming back, too — every 7 runs, you’ll earn another special Pony Run guitar pick (and another special treat)! 🏃🐴🍺

Our local Hanover Kennel Club's annual all-breed dog shows! Hanover Kennel Club will be hosting their 130th and 131st all-breed dog shows on October 10th and 11th. Joining us this year is the Mid-Atlantic Hound Association with two hound specialties on Friday, October 9th plus one concurrent hound breed specialty each day on Saturday and Sunday.

It is FREE to spectate. Bleachers will be on the premises for seating, or bring your own seating. Please leave un-entered dogs at home.

Join us at Alcove Beer Garden on October 10 for a beginner-friendly mat Pilates class led by Empower Method, with puppies from paws4people joining us during and after class. Then stick around for complimentary coffee from Azalea Station, time with the puppies, and a chance to learn more about the work paws4people is doing in our community.

Tickets are $35 per person, with proceeds benefiting paws4people. Space is limited to 30 spots.

We are thrilled to host the 6th Annual Pets in the Park event scheduled for SATURDAY October 10, 2026, from 10 am-2 pm at Carolina Beach Lake Park.

​Pets in the Park celebrates and promotes local pet-centric businesses and services, features local creators, and highlights many animal non-profits & adoption organizations.

Admission is $5 (free for kids under 10). The Pleasure Island Chamber of Commerce donates back a portion of the admission fees to local pet rescues every year!

Take in the scenic river views while practicing exercises, breathing, and meditation designed to support balance and overall mental and physical well-being. No experience or yoga mat is needed. This is a standing-only class, with chairs available for participants who prefer them. Where the river flows, your mind slows. Registration is required here.

This is a swing dance social to DJ'd swing era and jazz music with a Halloween Theme in downtown Wilmington, there is a $10 entry fee

We will have a costume contest, the winner gets $20 at the end of the night!

There is a beginner lesson included in the cost of the social that starts at 7, we welcome everyone to come and learn how to dance so you can enjoy the music and open dancing at 8

No partner needed, no experience needed, let's have fun!

Located in the Historic USO building in downtown Wilmington, at Orange and 2nd St

Ticket link is attached to this event to buy tickets in advance, tickets for the social are $10

We suggest clothes that are comfortable to exercise in and if you can wear shoes that are not too grippy on the floor that will make any spins and movement easier! Feel free to reach out or ask any additional questions that would make you more comfortable getting started with swing dancing or showing up for your first class!

LET’S DANCE is a Vinyl DJ Dance Party held every Saturday Night at The Underfront Co. in Downtown Wilmington NC on Front Street — ft. Pop, Disco, Boogie, Hip-Hop, House, Indie, R&B, Latin, Electronic, etc. hits from past six decades — brought to you by Fort Lowell Records. Music starts at 8:00pm and goes until 1:00am. A $5.00 cover charge will be collected at the door upon entry paid via Cash, Credit Card, Venmo, or CashApp. 💃

STOWE will be the featured Deejay on Saturday, October 10th.

LEARN MORE: https://www.instagram.com/letsdanceilm/

Feel the flow every Sunday morning at our Yoga Flow class with Jessica at 11am in the taproom. This upbeat class is open to all individuals and levels with a focus on balance, strength, and mindfulness. Each class is $10 and includes a pint for after.⁣

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So sign up at bit.ly/wilmyoga to reserve your spot. Walk-ups are welcome if space allows though.

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Payment can be done in person (exact change) or via Venmo to Jessica.

Celebrate World Mental Health Day with Canines for Service at Zoomies for a Cause, a dog-friendly 1-Mile Walk and 5K dedicated to supporting Veterans and raising awareness for mental health.

Whether you’re an avid runner, casual walker, or simply looking for a meaningful way to spend the day with your four-legged friend, this event offers something for everyone. Bring your family, friends, and leashed dogs to enjoy an afternoon of community, wellness, and purpose.

Every registration helps Canines for Service provide highly trained service dogs to Veterans nationwide living with service-connected PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, military sexual trauma, and mobility limitations. These life-changing canine partnerships are provided at no cost to the Veteran and without any fundraising obligation.

World Tavern Poker Night - Free to Play!

Sun, Sep 27 | Backspin Social - Wilmington

Join us every Sunday at 5pm and 7pm for free poker! This event is tournament style. Earn points towards prizes and trips.

Looking for free poker in Wilmington, NC? Join us every Sunday at Backspin Social for World Tavern Poker, America's largest bar poker league. Compete in FREE No-Limit Texas Hold'em tournaments at 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Whether you're a seasoned poker player or brand new to the game, our weekly tournaments offer a fun, welcoming environment where you can improve your skills, meet fellow players, and compete for league points and prizes.

There is no buy-in and no gambling. Players earn points toward local, regional, and national rankings through the World Tavern Poker league system, with opportunities to qualify for championship events and major prizes.

Event Details

• When: Every Sunday

• Tournament Times: 5:00 PM & 7:00 PM

• Cost: Free to Play

• Format: No-Limit Texas Hold'em Tournament

• Skill Level: All Experience Levels Welcome

• Arrival Time: Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the tournament begins to register and get settled.

About World Tavern Poker

Backspin Social is proud to partner with World Tavern Poker (WTP), America's #1 bar poker league.

With hundreds of tournaments held weekly and more than 200,000 registered players nationwide, World Tavern Poker provides a fun, competitive, and completely free way to enjoy Texas Hold'em while earning points toward league rankings and championship events.

Players compete for points, prizes, and opportunities to advance to Tavern, Regional, and National Championship tournaments.

Learn more at: https://www.worldtavernpoker.com

Tournament Overview

Each tournament is a No-Limit Texas Hold'em event played until one player remains. The top finishers earn league points that contribute toward their rankings within World Tavern Poker.

All standard regular-season World Tavern Poker tournaments begin with a starting stack of 10,000 chips. Additional chips may be available through official World Tavern Poker promotions and bonus programs.

Tournament blind structures are determined by attendance and available play time, allowing two tournaments to be hosted each Sunday evening.

Typical Blind Structures

2-Hour Games

• 10–20 Players: 10–12 minute levels

• 21–30 Players: 8–12 minute levels

• 31–50 Players: 8–10 minute levels

• 50+ Players: Less than 8 minute levels

2.5-Hour Games

• 10–20 Players: 10–15 minute levels

• 21–30 Players: 10–15 minute levels

• 31–50 Players: 10–12 minute levels

• 50+ Players: Less than 10 minute levels

Blind structures and tournament operations are managed in accordance with World Tavern Poker guidelines and may vary based on attendance and tournament director discretion.

Why Play?

• Free poker every Sunday

• Competitive yet welcoming atmosphere

• Great for beginners and experienced players alike

• Earn league points and prizes

• Opportunities to qualify for championship events

• Enjoy local drinks and a social atmosphere while you play

Whether you're looking for a regular poker night, a competitive league, or simply a fun Sunday evening with friends, Backspin Social is your destination for free poker in Wilmington.

This October, the undead return to the Port City… this isn't your typical 5K - This is a Race through history where runners will try to outrun the undead! From the primitive terror of Cave Zombies in the Stone Age to ruthless Cyborg Zombies of the future, each section of the course will throw you into a new chapter of survival.

Dress to distress in your favorite zombie era - come witness history unfold or sprint for survival in the 5k or Monster Mile. We'll travel through ancient civilizations, medieval chaos, revolutionary battles, and futuristic destruction as the zombie outbreak evolves through the ages.

Can YOU survive history's deadliest timeline? Grab your team, lace up your running shoes, and prepare to outrun the apocalypse - one era at a time.

💀 Special Effects to Last the ages:

• Race T-shirt for all who dare to enter
• Creepy on-course surprises inspired by the eras of civilization.
• Zombie Survivor Medal for the first 100 Zombie Run Survivors
• A family friendly run/walk Monster Mile where kids can bring their Halloween baskets to trick-or-treat with their family and take pictures with the Zombies along the course.

4:30pm: Monster Mile - $20 registration fee

5:30pm: 5K - $35 registration fee

LET’S DANCE is a Vinyl DJ Dance Party held every Saturday Night at The Underfront Co. in Downtown Wilmington NC on Front Street — ft. Pop, Disco, Boogie, Hip-Hop, House, Indie, R&B, Latin, Electronic, etc. hits from past six decades — brought to you by Fort Lowell Records. Music starts at 8:00pm and goes until 1:00am. A $5.00 cover charge will be collected at the door upon entry paid via Cash, Credit Card, Venmo, or CashApp. 💃

LEARN MORE: https://www.instagram.com/letsdanceilm/

This one’s for all my fellow Glizzy Goblins!

The Great Wilmington Beer and Weenie Race is happening on Sunday, October 25th at 2pm!
The Eagle’s Dare, @chowtownilm , and @waterweeniesilm are teaming up to bring you a race that runs straight between The Eagle’s Dare and Chowtown, fueled by beer and hot dogs.

Presented by @fleetfeetwilmington and Mich Ultra.

Check-in starts at The Eagle’s Dare!

Pick your race:
• Relay: 3-person team, 1 mile, 2 beers/hot dogs per runner
• Mini Weenie: 2 miles, 4 beers/hot dogs per runner
• Iron Weenie: 3 miles, 6 beers/hot dogs per runner

Assemble your team, take it on solo, or just come out to watch. Either way, this is going to be a damn good time!

Tickets available on Eventbrite now!!
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See you October 25th!
Art credit: @molotovgallery

Bring the whole family for a fun, zero-judgment dance fitness class featuring line dances, Latin dances, and more. Dance to Halloween favorites including “The Monster Mash,” “Ghostbusters,” “Thriller” and more. Bring your best moves — or your two left feet. All fitness and experience levels are welcome. Registration is required here.

Get Ur Freak On with us Halloween at The Underfront Co.! Fort Lowell Records will be hosting a very special Halloween Edition of their LET'S DANCE Vinyl DJ Party!

LET’S DANCE is a Vinyl DJ Dance Party held every Saturday Night at The Underfront Co. in Downtown Wilmington NC on Front Street — ft. Pop, Disco, Boogie, Hip-Hop, House, Indie, R&B, Latin, Electronic, etc. hits from past six decades — brought to you by Fort Lowell Records. Music starts at 8:00pm and goes until 1:00am. A $5.00 cover charge will be collected at the door upon entry paid via Cash, Credit Card, Venmo, or CashApp. 💃

Costumes are encouraged, but not required.

LEARN MORE: https://www.instagram.com/letsdanceilm/

Bring the kids (ages 0–8) for a FREE day of fun at the 12th Annual Smart Start Family Festival on Saturday, November 14, from 10am to 1pm at Long Leaf Park. Families will enjoy hands-on activities, live entertainment by the Broccoli Brothers Circus, raffle prizes, and more! Discover local resources and enjoy quality time together in a festive, family-friendly setting.

Questions about participating or sponsoring? Contact Jennifer at 910-815-3731 or jennifer.gallo@newhanoverkids.org.

November 28th

Burn the Bird

Tournament Format: Coed 3-person

Cash payout tournament to help everyone who overindulged (cough cough, all of us) on Thanksgiving, burn off those calories!

December 12th

Onesie Tournament

Tournament Format: Coed 4-person

Everyone dig through your closest for your favorite Onesie and get ready to dive on the court! This is a toy drive tournament, with each team donating 4 unwrapped toys that are donated to various local charity organizations benefiting children during the holiday season.