The Wilmington Art Walk is a community-driven arts experience taking place along Wilmington’s beautiful downtown riverwalk—part of the historic Cape Fear River waterfront. Strolling the boardwalk, visitors can enjoy displays from local painters, sculptors, ceramics artists, and more, all set against the scenic backdrop of shops, restaurants, and cobblestone streets lining the Riverwalk wilmington-nc.com+11wilmington-nc.com+11wilmington-nc.com+11.

On Saturday, June 28, the Art Walk presents its inaugural Waterfront Summerfest at Waterfront Promenade Park. Here’s what to expect:

• 🕒 Time & Location: Starting around 3 PM, continuing into the early evening at Waterfront Promenade Park, part of the Riverwalk area facebook.com+2facebook.com+2facebook.com+2.

• 🎨 Arts & Vendors: Expect a lively market featuring local artists, live painting demos, and vendor booths showcasing everything from fine art to handmade crafts instagram.com+2eventbrite.com+2instagram.com+2.

• 🎶 Live Music & Entertainment: There will be performances by local bands (like Summer Heat Band) throughout the event. One featured set is at 4 PM from “Shrine Inch Nails”, hosted in collaboration with Avalon Arts and Cultural Alliance shrineinchnails.com+1facebook.com+1.

• 🍔 Food & Drinks: Local food trucks and refreshment stands will be on hand, perfect for enjoying a bite while listening to music and mingling—boardwalk dining is a Wilmington staple eventbrite.com+5facebook.com+5instagram.com+5.

Why you’ll love it:

• Stunning riverfront setting—the one-mile scenic Riverwalk offers elevated views and ambiance en.wikipedia.org+2wilmington-nc.com+2wilmington-nc.com+2.

• A vibrant mix of visual arts, music, and community, making for a fun, family-friendly summer celebration.

• Great chance to mingle with local artists, discover new work, and support the arts scene.

Planning tips:

• Arrive around 3 PM or just before the 4 PM performance to catch the music kickoff and stroll the vendor booths.

• Wear comfortable shoes and consider bringing a folding chair or blanket—you’ll find a mix of open lawn along the promenade.

• Parking is available near the Riverfront Park and pavilion, though it may fill up, so a short walk along the Riverwalk is recommended.