Fall is a wonderful time to visit Wrightsville Beach, and neighboring beach communities, Kure and Carolina Beach. Not only is the temperate mild, with averages ranging from 64°F to 80°F from September through November, but there is a laundry list of events to enjoy. Many of these events happen annually, too. Give fall a try in Wrightsville Beach - it just might turn out to be your favorite time of year to visit this beautiful region of Coastal Carolina.
September Concert Series in Wrightsville Beach
There are several summer-long concert series in the Wrightsville Beach area that stretch into September. These include the Airlie Gardens Summer Concert Series (Sept. 6, 2024), Bluewater Summer Music Series (Sept. 29, 2024), and Oceanic Summer Music Series (Sept. 29, 2024). Don't miss a chance to soak up the last bits of summer or ring in fall while enjoying live music and the refreshing Atlantic sea breeze.
Local Farmers' Markets - Carolina & Wrightsville Beach
Fall is harvest time, so there's no better season to visit your local farmers' market. Luckily the area has two incredible options, the Carolina Beach Farmers' Market which runs until Sep. 28, 2024, and the Wrightsville Beach Farmer's Market which is held until Dec. 2, 2024. Enjoy the ripest local fruits, in-season catches of the day, fresh-made bread, and baked goods, and much more. The Wrightsville Beach Farmers' Market might just be the perfect spot to discover stocking stuffers and special holiday gifts.
Annual Wilmington Riverfest
Don't miss this coveted annual event, attracting throngs of people to join in on the Wilmington Riverfest fun. This historic event takes place the first full weekend of October (5-6, 2024) and celebrates the historic Wilmington waterfront, with craft vendors, booths, live music and entertainment, car shows, and fireworks. This event takes place along the Cape Fear River waterfront, running on Water Street to the Cape Fear Community College.
Annual Lighthouse Beer & Wine Festival
Beer lovers won't want to miss the Wilmington Lighthouse Beer & Wine Festival. Featuring over 100 craft breweries and wineries, this local annual event is highly anticipated and can sell out. Admission includes entrance to the Lighthouse Beer Festival grounds, a glass to sample with, and more beer and wine than you can ever taste in one day. Don't miss this fun-filled festival of beer tasting and education, live music, food vendors, and more!
Taste of Wrightsville Beach
Here's your chance to taste the best of the best from Wrightsville Beach's top restaurants. More than 40 food, wine, and beer providers set up booths in the Bluewater Grill parking lot on Nov. 2, 2024 for the Taste of Wrightsville Beach. Local celebrity judges rate the dishes. Buy your tickets in advance and start planning a day of food and wine on the waterfront.