Discover May 2024 Events in New Hanover County!

From Nature & Gardens to Festivals & Fun New Hanover County has events in May of 2024 and activities for every age and interest. When visiting New Hanover County plan your stay and enjoy the events!

Nature & Gardens:

• Airlie Gardens Special Days: Free entry for residents on May 5, bird walks on May 8 & 22, and more! Enjoy the beauty of nature with guided tours and special member evenings.

Cultural Highlights:

• Wilmington Jewish Film Festival: Join us at Thalian Hall Center on May 5 and May 9 for captivating film screenings.
• Music and More: Don’t miss the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestras on May 5 and Queens of the Stone Age on May 7 at Live Oak Bank Pavilion. Beatles fans, catch “RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles” on May 7 & 8 at Wilson Center!

Festivals & Fun:

• Wilmington Greek Festival: Experience Greek culture, food, and entertainment on May 17-18 at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church.
• Riverfest: Celebrate Wilmington’s vibrant riverfront scene with music, food, and art—dates to be announced.

Meetings & Civic Engagement:

• Government Meetings: Board of Commissioners on May 6, Board of Adjustment on May 28. Get involved in your community!

For more information on these events and to check out other exciting activities happening around the county, visit our local event calendars. See you there!

Check out more details and events here!

Below are some dates to remember!

1. Airlie Gardens Events:
   • New Hanover County Resident Free Day: May 5
   • Bird Walks: May 8, May 22
   • Accessible Bird Outing: May 9
   • Airlie Member Evenings: May 9
   • Evening Birding: May 15
   • Pollinator Garden Walks: May 16, May 25
   • Guided History Tour: May 18
   • Homeschool Day: May 20
2. Government Meetings:
   • Board of Commissioners Meeting: May 6
   • Board of Adjustment Meeting: May 28
3. Cultural Events:
   • Wilmington Jewish Film Festival: May 5, May 9 at Thalian Hall Center
   • Queens of the Stone Age Concert: May 7 at Live Oak Bank Pavilion
   • RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles: May 7, May 8 at Wilson Center
   • The Record Company Concert: May 9 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
   • Wilmington Greek Festival: May 17-18 at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
4. Other Entertainment:
   • Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestras Performance: May 5 at Kenan Auditorium
   • Hozier – Unreal Unearth Tour 2024: May 14 at Live Oak Bank Pavilion
   • Amos Lee Concert: May 16 at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
5. Special Festivals and Activities:
   • Riverfest: Celebrate on Wilmington’s riverfront with music, food, and art.
   • Carolina Beach Music Festival: A day-long festival with live beach music performances.
   • Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival: A festival combining tasty drinks and BBQ.

For more details and additional events, you can visit the official New Hanover County events calendar and other local listings​ (NHCGov)​​ (NHCGov)​​ (AmericanTowns)​​ (Wilmington Beaches)​.

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