Downtown Business Alliance of Wilmington

08/21/2026

08/13/2026

Calling all bookworms, artists, and creative souls 📚🎨 Beat the summer heat while exploring Downtown Wilmington’s bookstores, art studios, and creative spaces.

Looking for somewhere to start? These DBA members are keeping creativity alive downtown:
Bookworm Pottery
Burning Pages Bookstore
Cathryn O'Donnell Gallery
Cape Fear Makers Guild
Papercut Books
Port City Pottery & Fine Crafts
River's Edge Art Supplies
Arts Council of Wilmington
The ArtWorks-Wilmington
The Painted Gnome
The Roasted Bookery

08/12/2026

Mark your calendars for American Craft Walk, downtown Wilmington’s largest regional art show and sale on Sep. 12, 2026! More than 125 talented creators will take over Front St. (between Orange St & Walnut St) and Princess St (between 2nd St. & Front St).
A special thank you to Sherry Eden for the use of her original painting for this year’s official artwork.
10am-5pm. Rain or shine. Free. All Ages. www.americancraftwalk.com
Downtown Business Alliance of Wilmington Wilmington Downtown, Inc. (WDI) Arts Council of Wilmington Wilmington Art Association Hannah Block Historic USO- Community Arts Center 94.5 The Hawk Cool Wilmington The ArtWorks-Wilmington WHQR Public Media Brunswick Arts Council Wilmington, NC - Community encore magazine Excite Credit Union Sherry Eden Fine Art

08/07/2026

Our next DBA meeting is happening Monday, August 10 at 6 PM at The Children's Museum of Wilmington and proudly sponsored by Lyn & Lou Boutique!

We’re excited to welcome the women of City of Wilmington, NC Government City Council as our special guest speakers. Join us to hear from local leaders, connect with fellow downtown business owners, and learn more about what’s happening throughout our community.

Non-members are always welcome if you’re interested in seeing what the DBA is all about!
📆 August 10, 6 PM
📍 The Children’s Museum of Wilmington

About our host & sponsor:
HOST: The Children’s Museum of Wilmington provides a welcoming, engaging environment where children and families can explore hands-on learning through art, science, and literacy.

SPONSOR: Recently relocated to Front Street, Lyn & Lou is a locally owned boutique offering a curated selection of stylish clothing, jewelry, accessories, and unique gifts for every occasion.

08/05/2026

Summer may be winding down, but Downtown Wilmington still has plenty happening. Check out some of these August events and make the most of the season before it slips away!

8/8 Brooklyn Arts District Stuff the Bus
8/9 Kitten Yoga with Common Ground at Station No. 2
8/13 Ponysaurus Brewing Co. Wilmington Spelling Bee
8/13-8/23 West Side Story at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.
8/22 Cape Fear Museum Grand Opening
9/12 American Craft Walk Wilmington NC
Fridays & Saturdays Sunset Live Music Series at Marina Grill
Saturdays Summer Live Music at The Cotton Exchange
Saturdays Riverfront Farmers' Market Inc, Downtown

DBA members, hosting an event this August? Share the details in the comments or tag us in your posts so we can help spread the word!

07/29/2026

A proposal to replace the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge with a toll bridge goes before the Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization on Wednesday. Some Leland residents and officials worry tolls could make routine trips to Wilmington unaffordable. READ MORE BELOW https://www.wwaytv3.com/leland-residents-officials-raise-concerns-over-proposed-cape-fear-memorial-bridge-toll/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTXCFhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFjcG5USUNqMXI2WVBNWlBHc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtI7KH19HGF-A33SyPQULuC7VPMpMJ-qJo_0jDQzh4zqHp4LbhSo6A0G0Yi3_aem_e_pVZy7LNkvtGDj33lbGNg

An unsolicited proposal to replace the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge with a toll bridge will go before the Wilmington Metropolitan Planning Organization on Wednesday.

07/28/2026

Sip local this summer! From craft breweries to beer gardens to wine bars, there's no shortage of great places to raise a glass. 🍻

Check out our members serving it up this summer:
Axes & Allies
Bonita Latin Fusion & Cocktails
Concorde Espresso Bar
Fermental
Flytrap Brewing
Front Street Brewery
Ponysaurus Brewing Co. Wilmington
Pour House-Wilmington
South Front Tavern
Tempo.33ilm
The Eagle’s Dare
The Ivey
The Vine
Wine Knot Sky Bar & Lounge

07/17/2026

The final match deserves a full crowd. Grab your crew, throw on your team's colors, and catch the World Cup Final at one of these Downtown Wilmington spots this Sunday at 3 PM. ⚽
Barbary Coast
Rebellion NC
The Ivey in the Alley
Slainte Irish Pub
Hell's Kitchen
Tavern Law 1832
Ironclad Brewery
The Rift
Tides Taproom
Azalea Station
Goat & Compass