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FOOD - MUSIC - EVENts
15th annual joe’s bucket bash benefit + Concert
Outdoor benefit concert featuring Nashville country artist, Scoot Teasley and opening act with the Port City Rockers.
Enjoy an unforgettable night as rising Nashville country artist Scoot Teasley takes the stage, with Port City Rockers opening the night with an energetic performance guaranteed to get the crowd moving. This evening will all set in a vibrant outdoor concert atmosphere.
Joe’s Bucket Bash is a multi-day charity event that brings the community together through live entertainment, raffles, and a competitive volleyball tournament on Saturday following the Kickoff Celebration Friday night Outdoor Concert. This charity event helps to raise critical funds that directly benefit individuals and families by navigating cancer with hope and dignity here in the Carolinas.
About Hope Abounds Cancer Network
Hope Abounds is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing navigation, advocacy, education, support services, and financial assistance—at no cost—to individuals and families facing an active cancer diagnosis. For 16 years, they have helped ease the emotional, physical, and financial burdens of treatment.
To learn more about this event visit Facebook event page: HERE
Cancer does not discriminate—and neither does HOPE. Where there is hope, there is Hope Abounds.
Ticket Pricing: Advance Ticket $25.00/ Day of Event $30.00
Children 5 years & younger - Free Admission with an Adult
All ticket sales are NON-REFUNDABLE. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Tickets are transferrable.
Bubblefest
Wilmington’s ORIGINAL Bubble Fest is BACK!
Get ready for the ultimate family-friendly Bubble Fest in Wilmington, NC - a magical day filled with giant bubbles, interactive bubble entertainers creating enormous bubbles throughout the event, frozen desserts, local vendors, live music, and unforgettable summer fun!
Bubble Fest Wilmington is the area’s original and most loved bubble festival, bringing thousands of families together each year for a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t find anywhere else!
Hosted at The Bend in Wilmington, NC
Sunday, August 9th | 12PM–4PM
WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Giant bubbles + interactive bubble stations
• Local vendors + shopping
• Music + high-energy atmosphere
• Photo-worthy moments everywhere
• Family-friendly fun for all ages
WHY PEOPLE LOVE BUBBLE FEST:
This isn’t just an event - it’s a Wilmington tradition. For years three years, families across Wilmington, Leland, and surrounding coastal NC communities have made Bubble Fest their go-to summer celebration.
HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!
Check out our Facebook event here . Mark yourself as “Going,” invite your friends, and share this event to help us make this the BIGGEST Bubble Fest yet!
Just a friendly note - this is the official Bubble Fest hosted by Pomona Pop Ups/Downtown ILM Market, known and loved by the Wilmington community for years.
We can’t wait to see you there!
LIVE MUSIC: Port City Shakedown + DJ
live music: Port City Shakedown 7-10pm: Port City Shakedown, LLC are an energetic 7-8 piece party/dance band in Wilmington, NC
DJ 9-12am
Boozy Brunch 11-2pm
Private Boozy Brunch 11am-2pm
Open to the public at 3pm, $3 domestic cans
The Blarney Brogues
Bringing the sounds of The Emerald Isle to the Port City! 7-10pm
DJ 9-12am
Landon McClellan
Landon McClellan solo (from Cape Fear Rising) 6-9pm
$6 Tropicals + $4 Pilsners
Brooke Renshaw & Paige Bacon
American Idol contestants, local powerhouse singers, and friends.
Brooke Renshaw & Paige Bacon duo at The Bend 6-9pm
½ price wine
