Michael Franti has officially canceled the remainder of his Welcome to the Family Tour, including the Wilmington shows slated for September 11 and 12. The decision comes amid serious sexual grooming allegations from former touring musician Victoria Canal, prompting disappointment and concern across the music community. Franti acknowledges a consensual affair but denies misconduct, attributing it to a power imbalance. The fallout has also led to the cancellation of the Soulshine at Sea cruise and a severed relationship with his management team.

Brit Floyd Celebrates 25 Years with Wilmington Tribute to Pink Floyd

MON AUG 25: 7:30 PM @ Wilson Center - CFCC

Brit Floyd, the world’s premier Pink Floyd tribute act, marks a quarter-century of note-for-note renditions this Monday, August 25, at the Wilson Center in Wilmington. Highlighting the evening is a full performance—rotating each tour—of the iconic Wish You Were Here album, celebrating its 50th anniversary. Known for stunning production, immersive visuals—including the inflatable pig—and a deep catalog spanning Pink Floyd’s post-Barrett era, the show promises both emotional depth and aural perfection. Sold out and highly anticipated, this performance is a must-see for fans new and old. $65+

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Taste of Truckz Hits Cape Fear Community College This Saturday with Food, Music, and Fun

SAT AUG 23: 4-8 PM @ Schwartz Center Parking Lot - CFCC
Wilmington’s first-ever Taste of Truckz food festival rolls out this Saturday from 4–8 p.m. at Cape Fear Community College’s Schwartz Center parking lot. The event will showcase the city’s vibrant food truck community, with signature dishes, beer, wine, live music, giveaways, and a “Best Dish” competition decided by attendee votes. A kids’ zone ensures family fun. Proceeds benefit the Genesis Block Foundation’s Block Eatz initiative, which plans to develop a Food Innovation Campus to train and support local culinary entrepreneurs. It’s a delicious way to eat well and support the local food scene.

For more information, email [email protected] or call (910) 262-5998.

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