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PCP Fri Jul 10: Live Music, Puppies & Bubble Fest This Weekend 🐶🫧

Your weekend starts here with concerts, community, and one rare opportunity for saxophonists.

Calling all saxophonists.

It's not every day you get the chance to learn how your instrument actually works from a professional repair technician. Whether you're a performer, band director, student, or simply curious about what happens beneath the keys, next week's Advanced Saxophone Repair Techniques workshop offers a rare opportunity to get hands-on with the mechanics of one of music's most expressive instruments. Even if you never plan to repair your own horn, you'll walk away with a deeper appreciation for what goes into making it sing.

Don’t Miss

Dog Days of Summer at Waterline Brewing Co.

SAT JUL 11 · 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM · Waterline Brewing Co.

Grab your pup (or come meet your future best friend) and join us for a tail-wagging afternoon at Dog Days of Summer on Saturday, July 11th from 12:00–5:00 PM at Waterline Brewing Company!

Whether you're looking to shop local, adopt a new furry family member, enjoy live music, or simply spend the day with fellow dog lovers, there's something for everyone!

  • 🐾 Freedom Bridge Animal Rescue Dog Adoptions | 1:00–4:00 PM

  • 🛍️ Vendor Market | 12:00–5:00 PM

  • 🎶 Live Music by Lunar Tide | 2:00–4:00 PM

  • 🍔 Smash N Dash Food Truck | 12:00–5:00 PM

Grab one of Wilmington's favorite smash burgers and fuel up for the afternoon.

🐶 Dog-Friendly Event

Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome! Please remember to clean up after your pups so everyone can enjoy the day.

Bring your friends, your family, and your four-legged companions for an afternoon filled with local shopping, live music, delicious food, and plenty of puppy kisses. We can't wait to see you there! 🐾💜

BUBBLE FEST Wilmington | 3rd Annual

SUN JUL 12 · 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM · The Bend

🫧 Wilmington’s ORIGINAL Bubble Fest is BACK! 🫧

Get ready for the ultimate family-friendly Bubble Fest in Wilmington, NC - a magical day filled with giant bubbles, interactive bubble entertainers creating enormous bubbles throughout the event, frozen desserts, local vendors, live music, and unforgettable summer fun!

Bubble Fest Wilmington is the area’s original and most loved bubble festival, bringing thousands of families together each year for a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t find anywhere else! ✨

🫧 WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Giant bubbles + interactive bubble stations

• Local vendors + shopping

• Music + high-energy atmosphere

• Photo-worthy moments everywhere

• Family-friendly fun for all ages

💛 WHY PEOPLE LOVE BUBBLE FEST:

This isn’t just an event - it’s a Wilmington tradition. For years three years, families across Wilmington, Leland, and surrounding coastal NC communities have made Bubble Fest their go-to summer celebration.


Live Music

Fri Jul 10

Live music with David Ament at Haven

5PM–8PM @ Haven of Southport

DUBTOWN COSMONAUTS Live at Marina Grill DOCK PARTY!

6PM–9PM @ Marina Grill

Tom Choiniere at Shaka Taco

6PM–9PM @ Shaka Taco

Papa Midnight at Seven Mile Post

6PM–9PM @ Seven Mile Post

Live Music with Eric & Karen Peterson at Brunswick Beer Xchange

6PM–9PM @ Brunswick Beer Xchange

Motel Soap Live at Airlie Gardens

6PM–8PM @ Airlie Gardens

Dubtown Cosmonauts at Marina Grill Dock Party

6PM–9PM @ Marina Grill · Free

Live Music at Hi-Wire Brewing

6PM–9PM @ Hi-Wire Brewing · Free

Free Concert Friday - Big Reputation: A Tribute to Taylor Swift

6PM–9PM @ The Eagle's Dare

Matt Maeson: Watch My Step Tour

7PM–10PM @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater

Jenny Vaughn at Rooster & The Crow

7PM–10PM @ Rooster & The Crow

CMB Returns to Cape Side Brewing in Southport

7PM–10PM @ Cape Side Brewing

ClamStrips at The Ohana Wine Bar

7PM–10PM @ Ohana Wine Bar

Second Friday Open Mic at The Fuzzy Needle

7PM–9PM @ The Fuzzy Needle · Free

Code Red - Free Show!

7PM–10PM @ Bowstring · Free

Friday Jazz: Jacob Boss Trio w/ Radford Carrick

7:30PM–10:30PM @ Avenue B

The Wheeland Brothers' Beach Bar Tour @ The Palm Room W/ Dylan Cotrone

8PM–11:59PM @ Bowstring Brewyard

PRODUKT! Dance Night in Wilmington

9PM–2AM @ Barzarre

Sat Jul 11

Asia Daye

1-4Pm @ The Cotton Exchange

Cavan McCauley

2:00 PM @ Wrightsville Beach Brewery

The Nashville Nights Band - $20

7Pm @ Bowstring

Davis Wells Duo

6:00 PM @ Outer Dunes Brewing

Asymmetrical Bob

7:00 PM @ Henry’s Restaurant

Massive Grass

7PM @ Ogden Tap Room

The Conspiracy

7PM @ Seven Mile Post

Cape Fear Rising

7Pm @ The Bend

Wake The Shore Acoustic Concert Session - $10

7PM - 9PM @ 3233 Burnt Mills Dr

Fish Out of Water

7Pm @ The Rooster and the Crow

Wheelhouse - $10

8:00 PM @ The Rusty Nail

Justin Fox Duo

9PM @ Pour Fellas Pub

Sun Jul 12

Dragons with Matches

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

Rhythm Bones

3-6Pm @ The Rusty Nail

Port City Bossa Nova

7PM @ Fermental

The music will be hot—and so will the weather. Friday and Saturday bring near-100° temperatures with afternoon storm chances, while Sunday cools down just enough to make outdoor events a bit more comfortable. Drink plenty of water, take advantage of the shade when you can, and enjoy another great weekend of live music around Wilmington. 🎶☀️

-Jason