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PCJ Fri Apr 17: Two Chances to Catch OC3ANS This Weekend

Two chances to catch a local favorite.

Good morning, Wilmington.
You’ve got not one—but two chances to catch OC3ANS this weekend.
Friday at Pier 33 at Port City Marina (free, sunset views) + Sunday at Bowstring Burgers and Brewyard for a full lineup.

Don’t Miss

OC3ANS

FRI APR 17: 6Pm @ Pier 33 at Port City Marina - DT
📍 Location: 10 Harnett Street Wilmington NC

[The Boatyard behind Marina Grill & Tequila's Waterfront]

🎟 FREE LIVE MUSIC EVENT

About the Band:

This band is stock-full of talent! With Brooke Renshaw on the vocals with her soulful voice, Josh Boyd on the guitar, and Joey Lamb on the drums – this is an unstoppable band!

🌅 Join us at The Boatyard in the Marina District for an unforgettable evening of free live music! Enjoy breathtaking waterfront views as the sun sets, sip on refreshing drinks, browse amazing local vendors, and soak in those laid-back coastal vibes.

Zilla Brewing Party Featuring Oc3ans, Ethan Hanson & Krispee Biscuits

SUN APR 19: 4-9PM @ Bowstring - SPD
Beer Release Party for Zilla Brewing by creator/owner Chris Hatfield. Procured with the help of Broomtail Craft Brewery, Chris’ Beer Zilla gets to make its long awaited debut with performances by Krispee Biscuits, Oc3ans, and Ethan Hanson & Friends. With a multitude of vendors, artists, onsite screen printing, and live painters the vibe is sure to set in smooth. Wilmington Dispensary will also be having a free raffle with 10 lucky winners. Come join us on this very special occasion as we celebrate this 13 year long awaited accomplishment. You’ll be glad you did! $14.21

Porchfest 2026

SAT APR 18: 2-6PM @ 4th-6th Street from Orange to Castle - ILM
Come on a nice walk to see over 50 artists/musicians in the historic district of downtown. This is all walking distance in a small neighborhood cluster so easy to hop around and enjoy !


Live Music

Friday

Dirty White Rags

6PM @ Cloud 9 - DT

Live Music

6:00 PM @ Hi-Wire - ILM

Jim Ferris Trio Jazz

7:00 PM @ Bourgie Nights - ILM

Queens of Country: Tribute to Women of Country Music

7:00 PM @ Bowstring - SPD

Randy Mcquay

7:00 PM @ Waterline Brewing Co. - DT

Bootleg Dynasty

7:00 PM @ Ogden Tap Room - OGD

Mystic River

7:00 PM @ Dram Tree Tavern - GFL

Brazilian Jazz

7:30 PM @ Avenue B - DT

Open Mic with Wes Sayer

8-11 PM @ The Harp - GFL

Free Jazz Friday

7:30-10:30 PM @ Bottega Wine Bar & Art Gallery - DT

Open Mic

8-11:00 PM @ Rooted Kava

Open Mic Night Fridays

9:00 PM @ Bottega - ILM

Needmorebandz

9:00 PM @ Wilmington Distillery  - DT

Justin Heter Pan

9:00 PM @ Greenfield Lake Yacht Club - GFL

Saturday

Sips & Songs

2-5:00 PM @ Wilmington Distillery  - DT

Eric McGuinnes

5:00 PM @ Mad Mole Brewing - WB

Frank Grant Live

6:00 PM @ Pier 33 at Port City Marina - DT

Bad PR

6:00 PM @ Cloud 9 - ILM

New Potato Caboose & Jupiter Coyote Trio

7:00 PM @ Bowstring - SPD

Masonboro Sound

7:00 PM @ Fermental - CD

Mystic River

7PM @ Dram Tree Tavern - GFL

Cape Fear Blues Jam

8:00-11:00PM @ The Rusty Nail - ILM

Joe Smothers

8:00 PM @ Live at Teds - ILM

Ginger & Dylan

10 PM @ Wilmington Distillery - DT

Sunday

Dragons With Matches

2-5 PM @ Katy's Grill & Bar- ILM

The Rhythm Bones

3-6:00 PM @ The Rusty Nail - DT

Dram Fam Jam Band

3:00 PM @ Dram Tree Tavern - GFL

Backyard Bluegrass

3-6:00 PM @ Tapyard - ILM

Rod Abernethy

4:00 PM @ Live at Teds - ILM

Christian Brinkley

4:00 PM @ Bonita Latin Fusion & Cocktails - DT

Zilla Brewing Party Featuring Oc3ans, Ethan Hanson & Krispee Biscuits

4-9PM @ Bowstring - SPD

Open Jazz Jam

5-8:00 PM @ Fermental - CD

Don’t forget—your Saturday live music fix is covered too.
Porchfest 🎶

-Jason