THALIAN HALL CINEMA · NEW RELEASE

The Weight

R | Adventure, Drama | 1 hour, 55 minutes

GERMANY, UNITED STATES | ENGLISH

MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026

1:15 PM [ST] · 7:15 PM [MS]

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026

1:00 PM [MS] · 4:00 PM [MS]

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026

1:00 PM [MS] · 4:00 PM [MS] · 7:15 PM [MS]

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

4:15 PM [MS]

HISTORIC MAIN STAGE [RED] · RUTH AND BUCKY STEIN THEATRE [BLACK]

NEW RELEASE TICKETS

$12.00 | ADULT

$10.00 | SENIOR (65+) · STUDENT (W/ VALID ID)

Official Synopsis (Vertical):

When Samuel (Ethan Hawke) is torn from his daughter and sent to a brutal prison, Warden Clancy (Russell Crowe) offers him a high-stakes proposition: smuggle gold out of a remote mine with a dangerous crew of prisoners and he’ll win his freedom.

THALIAN HALL CINEMA · NEW RELEASE

The Samurai and the Prisoner

Kokurôjô

Not Rated | Drama, Mystery | 2 hours, 27 minutes

JAPAN | JAPANESE (w/ English subtitles)

MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026

3:45 PM [MS] · 7:00 PM [ST]

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026

12:45 PM [ST] · 7:00 PM [MS]

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026

12:45 PM [ST] · 7:00 PM [ST]

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026

1:00 PM [ST]

HISTORIC MAIN STAGE [RED] · RUTH AND BUCKY STEIN THEATRE [BLACK]

NEW RELEASE TICKETS

$12.00 | ADULT

$10.00 | SENIOR (65+) · STUDENT (W/ VALID ID)

Official Synopsis (Janus Films):

When Lord Murashige (Masahiro Motoki) rises up against the tyrannical Oda (Bando Shingo), he finds himself besieged within the walls of his own castle. Isolated, he is confronted with a series of mysterious crimes that shatter the fragile order of his court, plunging the fortress into fear and suspicion. With Oda’s army closing in and a traitor hiding among his ranks, Murashige is forced into an uneasy alliance with Kanbei Kuroda (Masaki Suda), a brilliant yet dangerous strategist held prisoner in the dungeon. Helped by his wife Chiyoho (Yuriko Yoshitaka) and his most loyal generals, Murashige must uncover the truth before the castle falls.

Showings

• Tuesday | October 6, 20267:00 PM

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Event Details

This fall, the world-renowned ensemble Vitamin String Quartet joins forces with the captivating harmonies of acclaimed vocal trio Girl Named Tom to bring their genre-defying arrangements to stages across the US. Known for transforming pop and rock anthems into virtuosic instrumentals, and fresh off Season 4 in Netflix’s hit series Bridgerton, VSQ will team up with Girl Named Tom, whose breathtaking harmonies and heartfelt songwriting won The Voice in 2021 and have solidified their status as one of the leading lights in new American Folk Music. Enjoy music-making at its highest level, with reimagined classics and modern hits, stunning performances, and unforgettable collaborative moments. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind concert experience.

Rock Icons…The Doobie Brothers are coming to Live Oak Bank Pavilion Wilmington on 10/6 for the Walk This Road Tour!

The Doobie Brothers have produced some of classic rock’s most memorable hits. From the polished rock sound of “What a Fool Believes” — a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and ranked by Rolling Stone Australia as one of the greatest songs ever — to the feel-good harmonies of “Listen to the Music,” The Doobie Brothers’ more than five-decade run has made them one of the preeminent live bands to see. Since their debut album in 1971, The Doobie Brothers have won two Grammy Awards, landed eight albums in the Top 10 on the Billboard 200, been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and sold nearly 50 million albums worldwide. The band has showcased their 14 gold-album repertoire on a globetrotting 50th anniversary tour that began in 2021 with the reunited lineup of Pat Simmons, Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and John McFee playing together for the first time in nearly 25 years. In June 2025, the band released their sixteenth studio album Walk This Road, which featured the reunited Doobie Brothers line up of Patirck Simmons, Tom Johnson, John McFe and Michael McDonald.

The Doobie Brothers: Walk This Road Tour

Tue • Oct 06, 2026 • 8:00 PMLive Oak Bank Pavilion, Wilmington, NC

The Doobie Brothers have produced some of classic rock’s most memorable hits. From the polished rock sound of “What a Fool Believes” — a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and ranked by Rolling Stone Australia as one of the greatest songs ever — to the feel-good harmonies of “Listen to the Music,” The Doobie Brothers’ more than five-decade run has made them one of the preeminent live bands to see. Since their debut album in 1971, The Doobie Brothers have won two Grammy Awards, landed eight albums in the Top 10 on the Billboard 200, been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and sold nearly 50 million albums worldwide. The band has showcased their 14 gold-album repertoire on a globetrotting 50th anniversary tour that began in 2021 with the reunited lineup of Pat Simmons, Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and John McFee playing together for the first time in nearly 25 years. In June 2025, the band released their sixteenth studio album Walk This Road, which featured the reunited Doobie Brothers line up of Patirck Simmons, Tom Johnson, John McFe and Michael McDonald.

Meeser Eddie's Funtime Trivia

Catch trivia every Wednesday with Meeser Eddie and friends! The fun kicks off in the Dead Crow showroom at 7PM every Wednesday for a knee-slappin' good time -- themed trivia and physical challenges. It's FREE to play, and you can win show tickets and other prizes!

Weds Wide Open Karaoke Night

FREE / 7PM until...

at Barzarre 1610 Castle St. WIlmington NC

Most Wednesdays, If you roll in to Barzarre past 7pm, the Karaoke Mics are live!

(on occasion, we do have local live music acts instead...With Karaoke AFTER!

It's simply stupid, ridiculous fun. And you don't even have to be good to get up.
Earlybirds can start as early as 7PM, while the crazies really get going by 9.

Free. Check it out and do your go-to. We'll be waiting!

OPEN MIC & JAM • WEDNESDAYS @ WILMINGTON DISTILLERY

Wed Sep 30th 7:30pm - 11:00pm

LIVE MUSICOPEN MICOPEN JAMDRINK SPECIALS

WILMINGTON DISTILLERY, 12 Dock Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA

We’ve got your Mid-Week Music Release!!!

OPEN MIC & JAM • WEDNESDAYS

Join us at Wilmington Distillery for a fantastic night of Local Live Music - in one of Wilmington’s best-sounding historic spaces.

PA & Microphone ready
All levels and genres welcome

Sip. Sing. Play. Jam. Enjoy.

OPEN MIC & JAM
WEDNESDAYS, 2026
DOORS: 5 PM
OPEN MIC: 8-11 PM
Sign up: 7:30 PM

Trampled By Turtles

Thu • Oct 08, 2026 • 6:00 PMGreenfield Lake Amphitheater, Wilmington, NC

Trampled by Turtles are from Duluth, Minnesota, where frontman Dave Simonett initially formed the group as a side project in 2003. At the time, Simonett had lost most of his music gear, thanks to a group of enterprising car thieves who'd ransacked his vehicle while he played a show with his previous band. Left with nothing more than an acoustic guitar, he began piecing together a new band, this time taking inspiration from bluegrass, folk, and other genres that didn't rely on amplification. Simonett hadn't played any bluegrass music before, and he filled his lineup with other newcomers to the genre, including fiddler Ryan Young (who'd previously played drums in a speed metal act) and bassist Tim Saxhaug. Along with mandolinist Erik Berry and banjo player Dave Carroll, the group began carving out a fast, frenetic sound that owed as much to rock & roll as bluegrass.

Trampled by Turtles released their first record, Songs from a Ghost Town, in 2004. In a genre steeped in tradition, the album stood out for its contemporary sound, essentially bridging the gap between the bandmates' background in rock music and their new acoustic leanings. Blue Sky and the Devil (2005) and Trouble (2007) explored a similar sound, but it wasn't until 2008 and the band's fourth release, Duluth, that Trampled by Turtles received recognition by the bluegrass community. Duluth peaked at number eight on the Billboard bluegrass chart and paved the way for a number of festival appearances. When Palomino arrived in 2010, it was met with an even greater response, debuting at the top of the bluegrass chart and remaining in the Top Ten for more than a year. Two years later, their crossover appeal landed them at number 32 on the Billboard 200 pop charts upon the release of their sixth album, Stars and Satellites. In addition to major bluegrass and folk festivals, they began showing up at Coachella, ACL Fest, and Lollapalooza. The official concert album, Live at First Avenue, followed in 2013, recorded at Minnesota's most famous venue. A year later, the band returned with the darker-toned Wild Animals, which bettered its studio predecessor on the album charts, reaching number 29 on Billboard. Countless tours, playing venues like the Buckhead Theatre in Atlanta, with bands like Lord Huron, Wilco, Caamp, Mt Joy and Deer Tick to name a few have followed. 2022 will see the release of the band's latest body of work called Alpenglow which was produced by Jeff Tweedy of Wilco.

Open Mic Comedy

Every Thursday Dead Crow Comedy Room hosts the best open mic in all the land!

Aspiring comics, both seasoned and new can sign up to try and keep the crowd laughing.

****This is a free event - ticket purchase and reservations unavailable - seating is first come, first served.

Doors 6:30PM. Performer sign up 7PM -- Showtime 8PM.

Join us at Dead Crow Comedy Room for our renowned Open Mic Comedy night, where both seasoned comedians and fresh faces take the stage to deliver their best material. This is your chance to witness the raw energy and creativity of performers testing new jokes and honing their craft in an intimate setting.

Admission is free, and seating operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early to secure your spot. Whether you're an aspiring comic ready to share your humor or an audience member eager for a night of spontaneous laughter, this event promises an unforgettable experience filled with surprises and entertainment.

Whitney Cummings first gained recognition as a stand-up comedian and has since become one of the most distinctive and influential comedic voices of the past two decades. She co-created and co-wrote the Emmy Award-winning CBS sitcom 2 Broke Girls, while simultaneously creating, producing, and starring in NBC’s Whitney. She currently hosts the hit podcast Good for You [podcasts.apple.com] and starred in Friends: The Game Show on Max, a fan competition series celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic sitcom Friends.

Known for her bold, observational humor, Cummings is currently touring North America with her Big Baby [whitneycummings.com] tour, delivering her signature sharp wit and fearless perspective on navigating the world as a single mom. Her latest material dives into the chaos of personal growth, the comedy of owning your mistakes, and laugh-out-loud reflections on raising a son. Her stand-up continues to blend personal anecdotes with incisive cultural commentary.

Cummings has released six acclaimed stand-up specials across Netflix, Max, and Comedy Central. Beyond the stage, she’s the author of the 2017 memoir I’m Fine...And Other Lies [barnesandnoble.com], which offers an unflinchingly honest and humorous look at mental health and resilience. That same year, she made her directorial debut with The Female Brain, which she also co-wrote and starred in.

Cummings remains a creative force behind some of entertainment’s most original work. When she’s not on the road, she lives in Los Angeles with her son, Henry, her pack of rescue dogs, and her horse.

Friday | October 9, 20267:00 PM

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The 1989 action drama, Riverbend, has been restored and recently praised for it's bold political edge. A black major (played by Steve James) and his men are on the run from a rigged court-martial and hide out in a small Georgia town where a cruel white sheriff is terrorising the black population. Together with Bell Coleman (played by Margaret Avery), they formulate a bold plan to fight for freedom and human rights.

Paint a portrait of your favorite furry friend — no art experience needed. Send a photo of your pet ahead of time, and the team will professionally outline and transfer it onto a high-quality canvas for you to paint during the class.

When you get to the class, the fun begins. Stick to a traditional style, try pop art, or let your creativity take over. Prefer to start from scratch? A blank canvas can be reserved for you.

Want to use a photo of your pet? Email your photo to mary.toffolon@wilmingtonnc.gov by Oct. 5.

Registration is required here.

Against political resistance and industry skepticism, Latino director and playwright, Luis Valdez pushes Chicano storytelling from the fields to the film screen with La Bamba and Zoot Suit. His storytelling has crafted iconic works that challenge, celebrate, and expand America’s story. This documentary is an enlightening biography and defiant assertion of Chicano identity.

There will be a community discussion with the filmmaker and community partners after the screening. This screening is brought to you by South Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium, Cucalorus Film Foundation, and WHQR.

Think about your favorite musical experience — maybe it was a concert, DJ, or karaoke night — and bring that memory to life through art. All supplies will be provided. Let your mind and memories lead the way – will it be a painting, a collage (magazines and stickers will be provided) or a mixture of both? Bring a friend or come on your own and make new ones.

Registration is required here.

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Think specialty craft beers, full wine bars, oysters, meats, fish, and other delectable delights! This is an event for true-life aficionados, so come and try something new. Mark your calendar for October 23, 2026, and join us as the sun sets into the river!

Fine wines, craft brews, coastal cuisine, and the vibrant spirit of Wilmington. Lighthouse Beer & Wine hosts an amazing night with breweries pouring their most sought-after beers, winery representatives sharing their favorite grapes, a champagne bar, a Kamado grilling extravaganza, restaurant stations, and, of course, oysters.

Last year we had an amazing array from The Butcher’s Market, NSEA Oysters, Chef Eric Gephart with Kamado Grill, Chef Clay Fuller, Castle Street Kitchen, Salt and Charm, Crofton’s Pretzels, On Thyme, and Nothing Bundt Cakes! The Voracious Cellar, Sea and Shore event is the precursor to our large event on Saturday, but it is also the ultimate date night experience. Tickets are extremely limited, so get yours in hand ASAP. Included in the evening is a tasty menu, delightful wine, craft beer, and live music!

The Cellar, Sea & Shore Event (Use Code CHECKWHATSGOOD at checkout for 20% off)

Fri, Oct 23 at 6-9 PM

Think specialty craft beers, full wine bars, champagne, oysters and other delectable delights from your favorite eats in town! This is an event for the true aficionado of life; come try some new things. Tickets are extremely limited.

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Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival (Use Code CHECKWHATSGOOD at checkout for $10 off)

Sat, Oct 24 at 12:00-5:00 PM

The largest beer and wine festival in the southeast! The widest variety of beers from more breweries than you can ever taste, jammin' live music, food and more!

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The Cause

The Carousel Child Advocacy Center, a non-profit organization committed to assisting victims of child abuse, and providing critical care services to children from throughout southeastern North Carolina. The Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival has grown to be an integral part of the Carousel Center’s yearly budget. This festival helps the Carousel Center so they can continue to help those in need in our surrounding counties and cities.

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The Beer & Wine Festival

Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival, benefiting the Carousel Child Advocacy Center, downtown Wilmington North Carolina!

Join us October 24, 2026 from 12:00PM-5:00PM

Lighthouse Beer and Wine puts on this fantastic event once a year, always in the wonderful month of October. Mark your calendars for October 24, 2026 for the Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival, benefitting the Carousel Child Advocacy Center. This is the beer and wine event of the year– more breweries, wineries, and delights than you can possibly sample in a day. Don’t forget to try some delta drinks, chill with some live music and delicious food, all in one amazing venue. Upon entry, you will receive your tasting cup to responsibly taste and find your favorites! No tokens, just unlimited responsible samples! VIP grants you access earlier and allows you to experience the delights with a limited number of fellow lucky VIP ticket holders.

In just the last 5 years, the Carousel Center has seen an average of 450 children a year between the ages of birth and 17 from New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties. Most of these children have been referred to them by local law enforcement or the County’s Department of Social Services. Since their doors opened in January of 2000 they have provided Certified Medical Exams to well over 10,000 children and have facilitated over 15,000 child trauma therapy sessions.

Drag at the Market- Halloween Edition

Market House Beer & Wine Wilmington, NC

Saturday, October 24 • 7 PM - 9 PM

Join us for a night of hauntingly fabulous drag with Tara Nicole Brooks, Prwincezz Malaysia Kay, & Ieeda Evating at Market House Beer & Wine

Join the City of Wilmington in celebrating our downtown! Following the adoption of the Greater Downtown Plan, the City is kicking off its implementation phase with planning for the future.

From 5 to 6:30 p.m., explore City project displays, meet staff, share your ideas, and learn more about downtown initiatives. Enjoy food trucks, Halloween treats, lawn games, music, tree giveaways from Alliance for Cape Fear Trees, police and fire vehicles on display, and activities for all ages along the way.

Then, stick around for Hocus Pocus starting at 6:45 p.m. Bring the family, grab some popcorn, and settle in for a fun night downtown. Costumes are encouraged!

Keep in Mind

• Costumes are encouraged!

• Please bring blankets or low chairs (less than 9 inches high)

• Water refill stations and restrooms are available on site

Parking

• Free parking is available in the Skyline Center South Lot, at the corner of Nutt and Brunswick streets, and opens at 4 p.m.

• ADA parking is available along Harnett Street

• Nutt Street parking will be closed.

• The first hour is free to park in both the Market Street and Second Street parking decks

For more information, please visit wilmingtonnc.gov/CelebrateDowntown

or https://wilmingtonmom.com/calendar/celebrate-downtown/

Join the City of Wilmington for an evening celebrating downtown and looking ahead to what’s next!

Following the adoption of the Greater Downtown Plan, we’re kicking off the next chapter with a night designed for the whole community.

5–6:45 p.m. | Explore, Play & Connect

Come downtown to:

• 🏙️ Get a sneak peek at projects shaping downtown
• 💬 Meet City staff, ask questions and share your ideas
• 🌮 Grab dinner from local food trucks
• 🎃 Enjoy Halloween treats
• 🎶 Listen to music and play lawn games

6:45 p.m. | Halloween Movie in the Park

Bring a blanket, grab some popcorn and settle in for a kid-friendly movie under the stars.

🎃 Costumes are encouraged!

After 20 years of chronicling his Puerto Rican family, a director and his mother face devastating losses. Through tears and laughter, they craft animations that bring their loved ones back to life, discovering that every act of creation is also an act of letting go.

There will be a community discussion with the filmmaker and community partners after the screening. This screening is brought to you by South Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium, Cucalorus Film Foundation, and WHQR.

Told entirely from the perspective of its avian protagonist, Hen follows a chicken who escapes an industrial farm only to find herself navigating the pecking order of a crumbling seaside restaurant in Greece. As she fights to protect her eggs, she becomes an unwitting witness to the complex human lives around her as the restaurant is caught up in greed, smuggling, and the migrant crisis.

BAD Day Music + Arts Festival is back with a single-day event that takes over Wilmington’s Brooklyn Arts District (the BAD) for a full day and night of world-class music, immersive art, and vibrant culture.

THE REVIVALISTS

GRACE POTTER

RIPE

FUTUREBIRDS

LADY DIE

+ LATE NIGhT TBA*

Join the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra for its second concert of the 2026-2027 Classics Series: Beethoven's Fifth! South to North, East to West, (Inner to Outer), Darkness to Light: This journey takes us from the Incan Peru of Gabriela Lena Frank, through the inner world of Grammy Winner Jeff Scott’s jazz-influenced, emotional The Journey, and through the timeless triumphs of Mozart and Beethoven’s iconic journeys from darkness to light.

global community of independent media artists – building financial and creative careers through project funding, workforce development programs, project development support, exhibition, education, and residencies.

Cucalorus centers storytellers and media makers as dynamic contributors to engagement and impact in the world.

Always Looking explores the work of photographer Titus Brooks Heagins and the challenging questions his photos pose about the systemic neglect of society’s most vulnerable communities of color. Humanizing yet confrontational, Titus’ photographs document the overlooked: people who, through some intersection of poverty, race or gender/sexual identity, exist as outsiders.

Grab a drink at the Jengo's bar at 6:30 PM before the film starts. This is a co-partnership screening with the Cameron Art Museum.

⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Wilmington. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at The Elia under the gentle glow of candlelight.


This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.

General Info
📍 Venue: The Elia
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts.
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Wilmington
🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here

Tentative Program

• Coldplay - Clocks

• Coldplay - Something Just Like This

• Imagine Dragons - Radioactive

• Coldplay - Adventure of a Lifetime

• Coldplay - Fix You

• Imagine Dragons - Eyes Closed

• Imagine Dragons - Nice to Meet You

• Coldplay - The Scientist

• Coldplay - feelslikeimfallinginlove

• Imagine Dragons - Follow You

• Imagine Dragons - Bad Liar

• Coldplay - Viva la Vida

• Imagine Dragons - Believer

• Coldplay - Sky Full of Stars

Performers

• Listeso String Quartet

⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Wilmington. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at The Elia under the gentle glow of candlelight.


This is a tribute concert experience. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.

General Info
📍 Venue: The Elia
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts.
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Wilmington
🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here

Tentative Program

• Coldplay - Clocks

• Coldplay - Something Just Like This

• Imagine Dragons - Radioactive

• Coldplay - Adventure of a Lifetime

• Coldplay - Fix You

• Imagine Dragons - Eyes Closed

• Imagine Dragons - Nice to Meet You

• Coldplay - The Scientist

• Coldplay - feelslikeimfallinginlove

• Imagine Dragons - Follow You

• Imagine Dragons - Bad Liar

• Coldplay - Viva la Vida

• Imagine Dragons - Believer

• Coldplay - Sky Full of Stars