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PCJ: Mon Sept 22: Classic Rock & Comfort Food at CAM This Saturday

Don’t miss Hood’s Creek performing live while you enjoy a full spread of barbecue favorites at CAM’s courtyard!

Get ready, Wilmington! This Saturday, CAM’s courtyard transforms into a celebration of food, music, and community at the 3rd Annual Barbecue and Bourbon Bash. Indulge in smoked brisket, pulled pork, and bourbon cocktails while Hood’s Creek rocks the courtyard from 6–8 PM.

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Barbecue and Bourbon Bash

SAT SEPT 27: 5-8PM @ Cameron Art Museum - ILM

Our 3rd Annual Barbecue and Bourbon Bash!

Saturday, September 27 | 5-8 PM | Cameron Art Museum Courtyard

Our Barbecue and Bourbon Bash with Hood’s Creek is back for its third year! Join us for an evening filled with summer comfort foods, including a variety of barbecue favorites and a selection of delicious sides, and live classic rock in the courtyard with Hood’s Creek band led by Chef Chip Pridgen.

The Barbecue Bourbon Bash is designed to be a fun-filled event for the entire family. Whether you’re a food enthusiast, a music lover, or just looking for a great way to spend your evening, this event offers something for everyone.

Starting at 5 PM, your ticket includes a full buffet of savory barbecue dishes and your favorite sides. Then, from 6-8 PM, sing along with Chef Chip and his band Hood’s Creek as they perform classic rock anthems and original songs.

A cash bar will be available at CAM Café, offering a variety of craft beers, specialty bourbon cocktails, and other mixed drinks for purchase. CAM collaborates with local distilleries to provide the finest flavors.

We’re so excited to bring this event back for another round of fun and community spirit. Make CAM’s Bourbon Bash a summer tradition with family and friends!Whether you’re here for the food, the music, or both, the Barbecue and Bourbon Bash offers a great way to celebrate. Don’t miss out on a memorable night of good food, cocktails, and music!

CAM Members: $55
Not-Yet Members: $65
Children: $15

MENU
The Meats:

  • Smoked Certified Angus Beef Brisket with a bourbon-molasses glaze

  • Texas-Style Smoked Sausage

  • Southeastern Pulled Pork Barbecue with a red pepper vinegar sauce

  • Brined and BBQ’d Chicken Leg Quarters

The Sides:

  • Calico Baked Beans

  • Baked Mac and Cheese with smoked Gouda and cheddar

  • Braised Carolina Collard Greens

  • Deviled Egg Potato Salad

  • Cape Fear Cole Slaw

  • Sliced Chilled Watermelon

  • Hushpuppies with sea salt-honey butter

The Dessert:

  • Banana Pudding Cups

For questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact Georgia Mastroieni, Deputy Director of Operations at (910) 726-9492 or [email protected]

Experience a Day on the Rocks.

🗓️ Mark your calendars, we're hosting FOUR new outdoor climbing dates on beautiful Pilot Mountain!

A Day on the Rocks is tailored to meet climbers where they are and introduce them to the outdoor climbing community.

Learn the nuances of outdoor climbing etiquette while we get outside and touch some real rocks! No outdoor climbing experience is needed. We will provide all gear and handle all safety and setup.

Upcoming Dates:

📌 Saturday, October 11th
📌 Sunday, October 12th
📌 Saturday, December 13th
📌 Sunday, December 14th

Reservations cover one day, however, climbers are more than welcome to sign up for both days if desired!

Live Music

Monday

Maren Morris

6:00 PM @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - GFL

Open Mic

7:00 PM-Midnight @ Bazarre - ILM

Cro-Mags

7:00 PM @ Reggie's on 42nd Street - DT

Open Mic with Delia Stanley

8-11:30 PM @ Mad Katz - MJ

Frank Grant’s Birthday Bash

8:00-11:00 PM @ Wilmington Distillery - DT

Tuesday

Tuesday Drum Jam

6:30 PM-11PM @ Bazarre - ILM

Stu Cru Jamaru

7:00 PM @ The Bend - OGD

Open MIc

7:00 PM @ Brunswick Beer Xchange - LL

Open MIc

6:00-9:00 PM @ Island Beverage - CB

Mauren Morris

8:00 PM @ Greenfield Lake Amphitheater - GFL

Cape Fear Blues Jam

8:00 PM @ The Rusty Nail - ILM

Open Mic

7:00-10:00 PM @ Lulua's, A Pub

Maren Morris Afterparty w/Rose Rebellion

9:00 PM @ Greenfield Lake Yacht Club - GFL

Wednesday

Open Mic

7:00-10:00 PM @ Celtic Monkey - ILM

Open Mic

7:00-10:00 PM @ Palate - ILM

Chris Cliine

7-9:00 PM @ Slice of Life - PN

Hump Day Ham Jam

8:00 PM-11:00 PM @ Wilmington Distillery - ILM

Open Mic Night

9:00 PM - Midnight @ Bottega - BAD

We had a great time with family in town this weekend and spent Sunday afternoon at the beach. I was pleasantly surprised that the water temperature still seemed warm. If you haven’t been in a while, be sure to get some sand between your feet before the cooler weather starts setting in.

-Jason