Events in Wilmington October
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Events in Wilmington October 2026 schedule
October in Wilmington is packed with an exciting lineup of events suitable for all interests. Music lovers can enjoy performances by iconic bands like The Doobie Brothers at the Live Oak Bank Pavilion on October 6th, or experience the vibrant sounds of Ty Myers, Brent Cobb, and Benny G at the same venue on October 16th. For theater enthusiasts, the popular musical Waitress will be staged multiple times at the Cape Fear Community College's Wilson Center, with performances from October 2nd through October 4th. Broadway fans can catch The Book Of Mormon on October 19th and 20th, also at the Wilson Center.
Comedy fans are in for a treat with stand-up comedian Daniel Tosh performing on October 15th, and Jason Cheny bringing his comedy to the Dead Crow Comedy Room across several nights from October 16th to 17th. Family-friendly events include Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves on October 17th, offering fun for kids and parents alike.
Additional performances include the hauntingly beautiful Trampled by Turtles at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater on October 8th, and a special ballet, Mistica by Ballet Nepantla, at Thalian Hall on October 22nd. For a different kind of musical tribute, don’t miss the Paul McCartney tribute concert, Live And Let Die, on October 9th at Thalian Hall.
October also features unique cultural and entertainment experiences such as Ghostbusters In Concert on October 24th, and the Broadway-style performance by The Barricade Boys on October 11th. With top venues like Thalian Hall, Cape Fear Community College’s Wilson Center, and the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater hosting these events, Wilmington offers a diverse and vibrant October calendar for locals and visitors alike.