Today
in Wilmington
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Wilmington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Christian Recovery Centers, Inc. will host its 9th Annual Drive Away Addiction Golf Tournament next month in Wilmington to bring the community together for a day of golf while supporting recovery efforts. WECT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bellamy Mansion Museum kicks off its annual Jazz at the Mansion summer series with Darryl Murrill performing on Wednesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m. in Wilmington. The series continues every second Wednesday through the summer with later shows (weather permitting) and tickets sold at the door. FOX Wilmington
- ➤ Outdoor summer concerts will rock the area with hundreds of free and ticketed shows from May through October, held at parks, amphitheaters, and waterfront venues around Wilmington. Concert series feature diverse genres including rock, country, and jazz and take place across New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties. Wilmington Star-News
- ➤ Cape Fear Community College’s Wilson Center in Wilmington announced its 2026-2027 Broadway and the Beach season featuring Waitress (Oct.-2 to Oct.-4) and The Book of Mormon (Oct.-19 to Oct.-20); Community Day ticket sales will start on July 25, available online and at the box office. WECT
- ➤ Orange Street ArtsFest, a juried arts festival in downtown Wilmington featuring over 80 artists from NC & nearby states, is set to return on Memorial Day weekend as a key local celebration of art. WECT
- ➤ Bellamy Mansion Museum launches Jazz at the Mansion in partnership with Cape Fear Jazz Society, hosting live jazz every second Wednesday through the summer. The event series kicks off this week at the historic venue. WECT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UNC Health has announced plans to construct a new community hospital on a 62 acre site at the southeast corner of S. 17th Street and Shipyard Boulevard. The planned facility will offer emergency care, cardiology, oncology, and OBGYN services to meet growing local needs. Port City Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Wilmington coffee shops are expanding by blending daytime coffee service with evening cocktails (including spots like Azalea Station and Concorde Espresso Bar) to offer co-working and event spaces that boost after-5 p.m. and weekend activity. Wilmington Star-News
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John Crist Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College — Tickets vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with one of today’s fastest-rising stand-up comedians.
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Benny Hill Jazz Quartet Concert
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Music on Market — Free entry — Enjoy an electrifying performance by the acclaimed Benny Hill Jazz Quartet featuring vibrant saxophone improvisations.
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Earth with Wind & Fire Concert
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful rhythms of Earth, Wind & Fire at this lively outdoor concert.
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Coastal Entrepreneurship Awards
6-9 p.m. — UNCW Burney Center — Recognizing local innovation — Celebrate emerging and established businesses in the Cape Fear region.
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Jelly Roll Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Live Oak Bank Pavilion — Ticket prices may apply — Experience the soulful sounds of rising star Ethan Burdick live in Wilmington.
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Modest Mouse Concert
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Greenfield Lake Amphitheater — Cost info not provided — Experience the indie rock legend Modest Mouse as they take the stage in Wilmington.
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~ Rita Mae Brown
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