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Sure, Azalea Fest is in full swing—but just outside the official lineup, Wilmington’s music scene is throwing its own party. Think boots instead of bowties, dive bars over ballrooms, and dozens of local bands taking over the Brooklyn Arts District. If that sounds more your speed, keep reading.

The Poor Man’s Garden Party

The Poor Man’s Garden Party

FRI APR 10: 5-11PM @ The Eagle's Dare - DT
🌸 The Poor Man’s Garden Party – Honky Tonk Style! 🤠

Skip the fancy and come get rowdy at The Poor Man’s Garden Party at The Eagle’s Dare on Friday, April 10th from 5–11pm!

We’re throwing our own down-home alternative to the North Carolina Azalea Festival Garden Party—think honky tonk vibes, cold drinks, live honky tonk, and a whole lotta fun. $7.66

Live Music Lineup:

• Finch and Duff

• The Dew Drops

• Russ Varnell & His Too Country Band

• More to Love:

• Mechanical bull rides from Lazy Day Farms

• Eats from Webo’s Food Truck

• Honky tonk attire encouraged (but not required!)

• No fancy hats required—just bring your friends and your two-steppin’ boots.

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Alt-zalea Fest 2026

SAT APR 11: Noon @ Brooklyn Arts District - BAD
Over 50 local musicians and bands will be performing and event line up will be announced very soon! 📣🔥🎶🎤

Mark your calendars for Saturday April 11th 12pm- until 🎶🎤🎸

10 locations, family friendly, and free!

• @flytrapbrewing

• @theeaglesdare

• @commodore_ilm

• @thekitchensinkilm

• @brooklyncafenc

• @goatandcompass

• @avenueb_ilm

• @dalisayilm

• @three10wilmington

• @chowtownilm

• @pizzeriadonluca See less

• — with Avenue B and

• 10 others

in Brooklyn Arts District.

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