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It's almost time to break out the lederhosen again in Wilmington, NC. The 11th Annual Oktoberfest Under the Bridge hosted by @waterlinebeers is just 1 WEEK away 🍻 The iconic locals' fave spot turns into Bavaria next Saturday, October 3 from 1 to 8 p.m. (gates will open at 12 p.m.) Eat, drink, and be merry all day long as you listen to authentic Bavarian tunes by the Harbour Towne Fest Band, enjoy German-inspired food, munch on pretzels by Crofton's Pretzels, and explore other local trucks that w

🚨ONE MONTH until the 25th-annual Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival in downtown Wilmington, NC at Live Oak Bank Pavilion. This iconic fall event takes place every year in Wilmington and is a must-try experience for any drink connoisseur 🍺🍷 Just a few details to know: 

WHAT: Friday kicks off the weekend with the Voracious, Cellar Sear and Shore Festival. This event is hosted by Lighthouse Beer and Wine and offers elevated drink and food pairings by vendors like The Butcher’s Market of Wilmingto

Sunrise in Wrightsville Beach the other day 🌅 Start your day by walking the loop to from the Wrightsville Beach Park (first 2 hours of parking are FREE) to Johnnie Mercer’s Fishing Pier. After watching the sunrise, continue your walk to go grab a coffee and snack from The Workshop and cross back over the bridge toward the park and stop by Harbor Way Gardens for a beautiful stroll in the garden. #VisitWrightsvilleBeach #WrightsvilleBeachNC

And not a day over 85° in sight 🍂 🌊 #VisitCarolinaBeachNC #CarolinaBeachNC

We are SO BACK 🎃 🌊 Whether you’re looking for slow beach vibes, haunted graveyard tours, a new book to cozy up with, pumpkin patches, and more, Wilmington and our three island beaches have it all. Just a few ideas to get your fall vibes flowing: @Trask Family Farms pumpkin patch, corn maze and flower fields 🎃 🌼 Brooklyn Cafe for fall sips and delicious homemade donuts ☕️ 🍩 Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington for a ghostly walk in downtown Wilmington 👻 Listen to the leaves crunch underfoot on a wa

Native Venus flytraps grow in the wild within a 70-mile radius of Wilmington, NC, and you can spot them along Carolina Beach State Park's Flytrap Trail. About the size of a quarter, these rare carnivorous plants naturally thrive in the park's quiet pine savannas. Trail Details: Distance: 0.5-mile loop Tip: Look closely along the boardwalk edges to spot them bordering the boggy areas. If you're having trouble spotting them on the trail, up at the Visitor's Center, you can go out back on the deck

Unfortunately, you only have 2 weeks to get ready for the @Carolina Beach Pier pumpkin patch 🎃 The patch will officially open on Thursday, October 1 and will be open 7 days a week from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. After you pick out the perfect pumpkin, stick around for live music all October long on Thursdays and Fridays on the pier. Check their schedule of events on their page for the most up-to-date info. #CarolinaBeachNC #VisitCarolinaBeachNC

This is only the beginning 👇 Celebrating Hey 23: a Call Back to Tree Hill with Friends With Benefits Events in Wilmington this weekend? Check the link in our bio to our full One Tree Hill tour guide. In this guide, you’ll find more than 25 filming locations to visit in and around Wilmington and our island beaches. PLUS: there’s an interactive map for you to take the downtown filming location walking tour 🎥 In this post: The Harry Forden Bridge, on N. 6th street. Need we say more? Dixie Grill

The Wilmington coffee spot you don't even have to leave your car for. It's day 10 of trying every coffee shop in the @WilmingtonCoffeePassport, and today we're at @The Complex Bean. Tucked just past Laney High School, this spot keeps things simple: no over-complicated lattes, just authentic, high-quality coffee and incredible chais. Plus, the pastry counter is endlessly stacked with sweet perfection. Drive-thru hours vary, so be sure to check out their website before heading over. #VisitWilmingt

Meet Ashley, owner of Bookworm Pottery and The Cozy Bookwyrm in downtown Wilmington 📍 Ashley started Bookworm Pottery (located in The Cargo District inside the DesignWorx building) after she shifted away from her career plans as a tech editor. The wake of the pandemic left many feeling isolated and creatively stunted. So, after she discovered her passion for pottery, Ashley thought, “what better way to bring people and art together again?” At Bookwyrm Pottery, you can sign up for anything fro