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PCJ Wed Jun 25: The Bend Turns 1 — And They’re Throwing a Party
Don’t miss Hatch Brothers, OC3ANS, and the grand opening of Grumpy’s Soft Serve.
Jason @ Port City Pulse
June 25, 2025
This weekend, The Bend is throwing a bash. They're celebrating one year in the books—and what better way than with live music, new flavors, and familiar favorites? Hatch Brothers hit the stage Friday night, OC3ANS keep it rolling Saturday, and you’ll want to make room for soft serve.
Don’t Miss
Re-Grand Opening Weekend Bash @ The Bend
FRI JUN 27 – SAT JUN 28: 11AM–Late @ The Bend - OGD
Celebrate one full year of The Bend and the exciting additions of Middle Sound Grille and Grumpy’s Soft Serve! The weekend features live music both nights—Hatch Brothers on Friday and OC3ANS on Saturday, both 7–10 PM. Food, fun, music, and the sweet taste of summer await.
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Live Music
Wednesday
7:00 PM | Ponysaurus Beer Garden - ILM | |
7:00 PM | Larry’s Deli-Que - TS | |
7:00-10:00 PM | Celtic Monkey - ILM | |
7:00-10:00 PM | Palate - ILM | |
7:00-10:00 PM | The Rusty Nail - DT | |
8:00 PM-11:00 PM | Wilmington Distillery - ILM | |
7:00-10:00 PM | Bottega - BAD |
Thursday
5-8:00 PM | LIV DBD - ILM | |
6:30-9:30 PM | Wilmington Wine - ILM | |
6:00 PM | Grinders - ILM | |
6:00 PM | South Front Tavern - ILM | |
6:30 PM | Wrightsville Beach Brewery - WB | |
6:30 PM-9:30 PM | Boardwalk Blast Music Series - CB | |
7:00 PM | The Eagle's Dare - DT | |
7:00 PM | Larry’s Deli-Que - TS | |
7:00 PM | Seven Mile Post - OG | |
7:00 PM | The Eagle's Dare - DT | |
7:00 PM | Bottega - ILM | |
7-10:00 PM | The Bend - OGD | |
7:30 PM | Mad Katz - MJ | |
8-11:00 PM | Tapyard - CD | |
8-11:00 PM | Wilmington Distillery - DT |
FRIDAY
4-7:00 PM | Wilmington Distillery - DT | |
5:00 PM | Free Concert Friday: Paramore Tribute W/ Fake Happy! & More! | The Eagle's Dare - DT |
6:00 PM | Hi-Wire - LIM | |
7-10:00 PM | Bottega Wine Bar & Art Gallery - DT | |
7:00 PM | Cloud 9 - ILM | |
7:00 PM | Live at Teds - ILM | |
7:00 PM | Seven Mile Post - OG | |
7:30 PM | Live Oak Bank Pavilion - DT | |
8:00 PM | Live at Teds - ILM | |
8:00 PM | Larry’s Deli-Que - TS | |
8:00 PM | SeaWitch - CB | |
8-11:00 PM | Rooted Kava | |
9:00 PM | Bottega - ILM |
Whether it’s the music, the food, or just an excuse to hang with friends—The Bend’s the spot this weekend. Stay cool and stay tuned for more weekend picks in Friday’s issue. |  |