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PCJ Fri Oct 17: A salute to The Spaceman: KISS guitarist Ace Frehley dies at 74

PCJ Fri Oct 17: A salute to The Spaceman: KISS guitarist Ace Frehley dies at 74

One of rock’s most iconic guitarists has taken his final bow. Farewell to KISS legend Ace Frehley.

Jason @ Port City Pulse
October 17, 2025

Wilmington music fans, it’s a sad week for rock — Paul Daniel “Ace” Frehley, founding guitarist of KISS and the iconic “Spaceman,” has died at 74. From the band’s inception in 1973 to their reunion tours, Ace’s riffs, style, and swagger made him a rock legend whose influence lives on.

Read the full tribute in Rolling Stone »

Don’t Miss

Deep Creek Soul at Help Mason Soar Benefit

SUN OCT 19: 1-5Pm @ Bowstring - SPD
A DAY OF MUSIC, AUCTIONS & FAMILY FUN - SUPPORTING

MASON IN HIS FIGHT AGAINST EWING’S SARCOMA- Free to Attend. Games, Crafts, raffles, auctions and music from:

The Doorsmen: 1:15
Deep Creek Soul: 3:15
Jim Ferris Trio 4:30.

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Candelight: Tribute to the Beatles

SAT OCT 18: 8:45 PM @ The Elia - DT
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Wilmington. Get your tickets now to discover the music of The Beatles at The Elia under the gentle glow of candlelight. $40+

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An Evening of Music & Storytelling

SAT OCT 18: 7PM @ Church of the Servant - ILM
Scott plays 120-150 shows a year at house concerts and listening rooms all over the country, and we are delighted that he has made room in his schedule to come to North Carolina and be with us at Church of the Servant Episcopal. He is a storyteller, both in his songs, and the moments in between songs, laying out his life experience. $20

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HALLOWEEN at Wilmington Rock Gym!

Halloween's coming around the bend and that can only mean one thing... costume party!! 👻

Members, punch card, and semester pass holders are invited to bring a first-timer for free, and be sure to wear a costume for a shot at one of three marvelous prizes!

See you there! 🎃

Live Music

Friday

Gov’t Mule	Noon @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - GFL
Wes Sayer Live Music	4-7:00 PM @ Wilmington Distillery - DT
CMB	6:00 PM @ Pier 33 at Port City Marina - DT
Live Music	6:00 PM @ Hi-Wire - LIM
Butter	6:00 PM @ Cloud 9 - ILM
Nichael Blabicki of Rusted Root Trio	7:00 PM @ Bowstring - SPD
Gov’t Mule	7:00 PM @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - GFL
Ben Sollee	7:00 PM @ Bourgie Nights - ILM
Treehouse!	7:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Reel Café - DT
The Rapheal Namé Trio	7:30 PM @ Bottega Wine Bar & Art Gallery - DT
Askia Daye Band	7:00 PM @ Seven Mile Post - OG
Open Mic	8-11:00 PM @ Rooted Kava
Pam & Shorty	8:00 PM @ The Rusty Nail - DT
Randy McQuay	8:00 PM @ WHQR - DT
Chessie & The Quitters	8:00 PM - 11:00 PM @ The Exchange Barbershop and Lounge - ILM
Annihilate Bass Music	8:00 PM @ Barzarre - CD
Ditch Kitty	08:00 PM @ Seawitch - CB
Open Mic Night Fridays	9:00 PM @ Bottega - ILM
Gov’t Mule Afterparty w/ Tripodacus	10:00 PM @ Greenfield Lake Yacht Club - GFL
The Wright Ave	10:00 PM @ The Palm Room - WB

Saturday

Sips & Songs	2-5:00 PM @ Wilmington Distillery - DT
Old School RNB VS Hiop Hop Party FT Juelz Santana	5:00 PM @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - GFL
Dirty White Rags	6:00 PM @ Cloud 9 - ILM
Papa Midnight Band	7:00 PM @ Tapyard - ILM
Monster Prom at Bourgie Nights	07:00 PM @ Bourgie Nights - ILM
Justin Cody Fox Band	7:00 PM @ Seven Mile Post - OG
Indecision	07:00 PM @ Bowstring - SPD
Andrew	7:00 PM @ Fermental - CD
Onyx Club Boys	08:00 PM @ Live at Teds - ILM
The Conspiracy	08:00 PM @ Seawitch - CB
Heads with Wings	8:30 PM @ Barzarre - CD
Tone Deff	9:00 PM @Pour Fella’s Pub - ILM
The Wright Ave	10:00 PM @ The Palm Room - WB

Sunday

Electro Brunch w/ Tripp St. featuring PHIST & FAWKES	11 AM - 3PM @ Varnish - DT
Help Mason Soar! Fundraiser for Mason Emery	01:00 PM @ Bowstring - SPD
Strictly Liquid	2:00 PM @ Katy's Grill & Bar- ILM
The Rhythm Bones	3-6:00 PM @ The Rusty Nail - DT
Sor House Band	3:00 PM @ Wrightsville Beach Brewery - WB
Dram Fam Jam Band	3:00 PM @ Dram Tree Tavern - GFL
Backyard Bluegrass	3-6:00 PM @ Tapyard - ILM
Open Jazz Jam	5-8:00 PM @ Fermental - CD
Lukus Nelson	5:30 PM @ Live Oak Bank Pavilion - DT
Sad Song Happy Hour	6:00 PM @ Bourgie Nights - ILM
Port City Ukuholics	7:00 PM @ Bottega Wine Bar & Art Gallery - DT
Blvck Hndz 50 Shades of Rage	7:30 PM @ Barzarre - CD

Don’t forget — Ogden Tap Room’s Oktoberfest kicks off next Saturday, Oct. 18! Expect brats, brews, the Harbour Towne Fest Band, and yes — the legendary Weiner Dog Races at 4 p.m. Get your cash ready and your lederhosen pressed, Wilmington! 🍺🐾

-Jason