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FOOD - MUSIC - EVENts

Mar
15

Wilmington's Shamrock Fest

Good eats from Middle Sound Grille + craft beverages from The Parlour House, face painting from Vicki Paints, frozen desserts from Grumpy’s Soft Serve & sweet treats from Half Cup Confections. Permanent jewelry and a curated vendor village to shop throughout!

All ages welcome. Kids are just not allowed inside the bar.

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Rock the Day for United Way
May
16

Rock the Day for United Way

Get ready for an epic day of live music with a stacked lineup of OC3ANS, Blue Footed Boobies, and Signal Fire - all in one place, all on one stage, all for a great cause.

Join us at The Bend on May 16th at 4 PM (7227 Market Street, Wilmington, NC) to support United Way of the Cape Fear Area.

This show will sell out - don’t wait!

Grab your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../rock-the-day-for-united...

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Feb
1

Valentine's Market

We’re keeping a close eye on the weather, but as of now this weekend’s market is ON as planned! Grab your favorite people (or treat yourself) and spend your Sunday shopping local under the oaks at @thebend_ilm

40+ local makers
 Love-at-first-sip coffee from @brighterdayscoffee 
 Fresh goodness from @donutbus 


Crave-worthy bites from @middlesoundgrille 


Craft drinks from The Parlour House


Cheerful face painting
 FREE custom Valentine’s sticker — only available at this event

We’ve been busy spreading the love with sponsored ads + special promos to make this one extra sweet Weather updates will be shared here if needed, but for now, we can’t wait to see you!

@thebend_ilm | 7227 Market St.
 Sunday, Feb 1
 12–4 PM
 Free to attend

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Oct
31

Halloween Costume Contest: Adults Only!

🎃 The Bend’s Halloween Costume Contest 🎃
🕸️ Friday, October 31st | Adults Only | Winner announced at 10PM

Think you’ve got the most hauntingly hilarious, disturbingly creative, or downright iconic costume? Prove it.

Join us for a spooktacular night of drinks, music, and a costume contest just for the grown-ups. Our secret panel of judges (aka The Bend’s finest) will be lurking through the crowd from 7–9:30PM, keeping a sharp eye on the best dressed.

🏆 Categories:

  • The Scariest

  • The Funniest

  • Best Group Costume (2+ people)

  • Most Creative

Winners take home glory, bragging rights, and some house cash—announced at 10PM sharp.

Must register between 7-9pm and be present at 10pm to win.

🧛‍♀️ 21+ only
🦇 Costumes highly encouraged
🍸 Come early, stay creepy

Questions? Email info@thebendilm.com

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