Today’s a great day to try something new—like climbing the walls (in a good way). We’re thrilled to welcome our newest advertiser, Wilmington Rock Gym, located in Porters Neck behind PT’s & ABC - where the vibes are vertical and the summer programs are kicking off!

2025 Cape Fear Blues Festival

The Rusty Nail - Wilmington NC and The Cape Fear Blues Society Proudly Present the 2025 Cape Fear Blues Festival, June 20 - 22. Friday, Saturday & Sunday @ The Rusty Nail (1310 S. 5th Avenue, Wilmington N.C.)

Friday, June 20: 8-11PM
$10 Door Cover

• BG and The Mojo Hands - Blues, Swing, & Rockabilly

Saturday, June 21: 2PM-11PM
$30 Door Cover

• 2:30 PM - Papa Midnight Blues Band - Chicago/Delta/Piedmont Power Blues

• 4:15 PM - Bobby Messano - Hall of Fame Contemporary Blues Guitarist

• 6:00 PM - Frank Grant & The Feeling - Bluesy Soul Sound & Funkrock Vibe

• 7:45 Pm - The Nasty Chaps - Southern Style Blues

Sunday, June 22: Noon- 7PM
Free Admission

• Noon - 7:00 PM - Various Vendors, Food, & Raffles

• 3:00-6:00 PM - The Rhythm Bones - Original Rhythm & Blues w/ N. Orleans Nod

To prevent extreme ticketing fees We are offering Advance Tickets by Phone of In Person at The Rusty Nail ONLY.

Phone 910-251-1888 or Stop at The Rusty Nail

We will have Two Stages - Our Outdoor Stage under the Big Tent in our Wonderful Courtyard and the House Indoor Stage. There is seating in Both Areas and Attendees are Welcome to Bring Their Own Chairs for the Outdoor Area.

• We ask that No Pets & No Coolers Policies Be Observed.
  ( Verified Service Dogs Allowed )

• There will be Food and Merchandise Vendors.

• Interested Vendors can contact Sandy Williams @ 910-251-1888

• These shows will happen Rain or Shine !

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Kid’s Open Gym @ Wilmington Rock Gym!

June 18 to Aug 23, 2025 | $15 PER VISIT | Ages up to 13 | 1 - 4PM

Are you looking for something fun for your kids to do this summer? Bring them to the climbing gym! On Wednesdays, we'll have open gym time for them to climb and have fun! We'll have staff available each Wednesday to help them with the ropes if they want to climb higher. This isn't a class/camp but is a great way for children to join in the fun of indoor rock climbing! This is great for first time climbers and more advanced gym monkeys alike! Parents must stay with their kids.

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