2022 Event Guide

EVENT GUIDE

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EVENTS AT CAPT’N BILL’S

Whether you’re planning your next corporate event or private party, or you’re looking for a great night out, Capt’n Bill’s has you covered.

Known for being the East Coast’s premier sand volleyball facility, Capt’n Bills also provides a variety of spaces for any event. Whether you’re planning a corporate team building or a private party, we have the perfect venue for your next memorable occasion! For a more casual atmosphere, we offer multiple covered outdoor spaces that can include a full service bar, one of our 10-lit sand volleyball courts, and even cornhole. If you’re looking for a more sophisticated venue, Bill’s Brewing Co.Taproom can host 100 people, is fully air conditioned, with audio visual and a full service bar. Bill’s Catering is on-site to offer a wide range of catered meals that include Musser’s famous fried chicken, house-smoked pulled pork, southern shrimp and grits, and much more.

Already have a location, but still need the food? Bill’s Catering is fully licensed to serve you. With over 30 years of catering experience, we can handle any size group and bring our delicious food to you and your guests. Give us a call today at 910-762-0173 to book your next event and check us out online at www.seeyouatbills.com.

4240 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28403 910-762-0111 SeeYouAtBills.com

local event venues witness strong demand

In-Person Gatherings are Preferable to Many

BY FRITTS CAUSBY

A s the saying goes, ‘p eople want to work with people they know,’ and in many cases, there is simply no easier way to make this happen than getting together in person. Aside from helping to establish stronger connections and a more robust corporate culture, in-person meetings can be powerful tools for collaboration and the sharing of ideas.

Of course, the fact that many are still experiencing a substantial sense of pandemic fatigue has only added to the demand for in-person gatherings. “It feels like people are much more comfortable gathering now, as we are seeing an increase in team building, birthday celebrations,

bridal showers and high school reunions,” said Brookes Musser, owner of Capt'n Bill’s Backyard Grill and Volleyball Facility.

“Much like the experiences of most in the industry, the past several years have been more dynamic than any period of my 20year career in Wilmington hotels and hospitality," said Melissa Bucci, director of sales and marketing for Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront. “In less than three years, we have gone from 2019, which was a great year for our hotel and city, through the depths of the COVID restrictions and shutdown, and now to a day of nearly all of those restrictions fading.”

The pivot to face-to-face events has also been spurred by the notion that it is easier to interpret nonverbal cues in person. Getting together in person also

drastically reduces the potential for misunderstandings, which often occur with text messages and emails.

“We are doing lots of contracts every day,” said Lee Campbell, director of meetings and events for the Cape Fear Realtors. “But most are short-term contracts as many are not willing to book out much farther than six months.”

This is largely a response to the constant changes in regulations and mandates related to the pandemic. Having to cancel an event at the last minute that has been carefully planned for is a huge disappointment for both event planners and facilities.

Considering the significant amount of time, effort and funds it takes to adequately prepare, it is easy to see why many are unwilling to mark a date on the calendar for something long term.

The desire to regain a sense of normalcy is strong, however. But what is normal today represents an evolution in the event planning industry, the result of lessons hard won during the pandemic. Being flexible and ready to adapt to changing guidelines and recommendations from the CDC has been one of the most important takeaways for event planners and local facilities.

“People need us to be flexible and adaptable,” said Campbell. “We have listened to what others have gone through in terms of canceling

and many workplace experts agree that engaging in small talk can be a viable way to not only strengthen and build new relationships, but also share ideas that may benefit the company.

Likewise, discussing a significant problem whether personal or sensitive to the company over a Zoom call could potentially be viewed as a disastrous idea to many. One reason may be that people view the notion of being recorded as abhorrent, and believe that it is much less likely to occur in person.

clear and this has significantly increased the demand for this type of event, many believe that using technology as a means of providing an option for a virtual meeting experience is not going away. If the pandemic had any lesson for event planners and businesses, a key takeaway would be centered on the importance of learning and investing in the latest hi-tech virtual meeting technologies.

“The meeting industry will not return to in-person meetings only,” explained Campbell. “Hybrid

and adapting their guidelines.”

With the uptick in flexibility and understanding related to deposits and guidelines, the demand for short-term events has increased significantly. “We have already booked our first holiday party in our taproom and foresee being booked out the entire month of December with lots of private events,” noted Musser.

Holiday gatherings are an aspect of event planning that illustrates the advantages of getting together in person. Though participation in a holiday party over a Zoom call would likely seem laughable to many, it is worth pointing out that advanced technology was an essential stopgap during the throes of the pandemic.

Regardless, it is hard to imagine engaging in small talk before or after a virtual presentation. In a Zoom call or virtual event, there is a stronger tendency to view engaging in small talk as an unnecessary distraction. Asking someone about their day or how their projects at work are going just feels more natural in person,

However, many prefer virtual meetings to the in-person experience. For them, the thinking is that virtual gatherings eliminate the necessity of dealing with traffic and other hassles associated with physical meetings. The fact that virtual meetings have a reduced ecological footprint compared to in-person gatherings is another argument that holds weight for many.

Although the advantages of getting together in person are

management will continue as a staple in the planning process forcing planners to offer both an in-person and virtual option during the registration process, so it’s important to take steps now to be prepared.”

The events venue at Capt'n Bill’s may be better prepared than some for this ‘new normal’ that is focused on the need for adaptability. “Since we offer both indoor and outdoor facilities, we can cater to various groups, but the overall consensus is that people are looking to mingle and enjoy time with one another,” added Musser.

Bucci echoed the sentiment, stating that, “Cumulatively, the pentup demand for travel and events, the rapidly growing population of our city and region, the drivability from our feeder markets and the efforts of our sales team have resulted in unprecedented bookings at our hotel. Today, we are converting bookings at a previously unmatched pace, at more competitive rates, and significantly farther in advance than ever before.”

“We have already booked our first holiday party in our taproom and foresee being booked out the entire month of December with lots of private events.”

- Brookes Musser, Owner, Capt'n Bill's

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EVENT GUIDE

The Cape Fear region is bustling with activity, and it shows in the number of unique coastal, downtown and upscale venues available for a variety of public and private events as well as the service companies that help pull those events together. The following is a sampling of venues and services in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties.

128 SOUTH 910.399.1709

128southevents.com

Open floor plan that includes a river-view deck, as well as a second-floor mezzanine overlooking the central lower level. Hotel accommodations available at the adjacent Stemmerman’s Inn.

In-House Catering Capacity:180

THE ATRIUM BY LIGON FLYNN 910.777.9701

Atriumwilmington.com

Nestled between historic buildings, this open-air garden with natural foliage and brick walkways is available for weddings, concerts, benefits and other private events.

Outside Catering Capacity: 200 BAKERY 105 910.399.1709

128southevents.com/bakery-105-eventscatering

Bakery 105 is a historic wedding and event venue located in Downtown Wilmington, NC. The building dates back to the 1920s when it was part of the American Bakeries complex (hence the name).

Outside Catering Capacity: 200 Onsite Parking: No

BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINA 910.399.9100

battleshipnc.com

World War II-era ship and museum that offers the outside fantail overlooking the Cape Fear River and two interior rooms for private events.

Outside Catering Capacity: 300 Onsite Parking: Yes

BATTLE HOUSE

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910.434.5544 battlehouselasercombat.com

Get out of the office with a corporate outing at Battle House in Wilmington! Focus on team goals and accomplishments rather than individual results. 90 minutes of heart-racing fun for the whole family! Throw the best party or corporate event in town!

Capacity: 40 Onsite parking: Yes

BELLAMY MANSION MUSEUM 910.251.3700 bellamymansion.org

Antebellum mansion open to the public and available for private events, with access to a choice of interior rooms, porches and exterior grounds and gardens.

Outside Catering Capacity: 150 Onsite Parking: Yes

THE BROOKLYN ARTS CENTER & THE ANNEX 910.859.4615 brooklynartsnc.com

Historic repurposed church with 60foot cathedral ceilings, a stage and a refurbished 1910 onsite schoolhouse (the annex).

Outside Catering

Capacity: 400 Onsite Parking: No

BURGWIN-WRIGHT HOUSE AND GARDENS 910.762.0570 burgwinwrighthouse.com

Lush gardens and charming courtyard provide a uniquely beautiful setting for private events, such as weddings, wedding receptions, corporate functions, dinners and cocktail parties. Seven distinct areas on four different levels.

Capacity: 130

CFCC WILSON CENTER 910.362.7999 wilsoncentertickets.com

State-of-the-art performance space with options to rent the main hall, lobby or both areas.

Outside Catering Capacity: 1,559 Onsite Parking: Yes

CFCC UNION STATION 910.362.7488 cfcc.edu

Top-floor event space with views of the Cape Fear River, an open-air terrace and multimedia capabilities.

Outside Catering Capacity: 400 Onsite Parking

CITY CLUB OF WILMINGTON 910.343.1880 cityclubofwilmington.com

Nineteenth century mansion with terraced gardens, onsite suites and salon services, as well as an event planner and serving staff.

In-House Catering Capacity: 200 Onsite Parking: No

EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON WILMINGTON RIVERFRONT

910.765.1131 embassysuiteswilmington.com

H otel along the riverfront that includes a banquet hall for large events, as well as meeting spaces. Offers onsite event planning coordinators.

In-House Catering Capacity: 300 Onsite Parking: Yes

END OF DAYS DISTILLERY

910.769.0293 eoddistillery.com

C lose to historic downtown and located in the charming Cargo District, both the distillery and tasting room are housed in a refurbished historic Quonset hut, circa 1940s.

Outside Catering Capacity: 120 Onsite parking: Yes

HI-WIRE BREWING

910.933.5500

hiwirebrewing.com

Located in Wilmington’s up-and-coming Soda Pop District, the bright, fun and game-heavy 7,920 sq. ft. taproom originally served as a car dealership.

Outside Catering Capacity: 317

Onsite Parking: Yes

HOTEL BALLAST 910.763.5900 hotelballast.com Boasts the largest ballroom on the Wilmington waterfront, as well as a

second, smaller ballroom, meeting spaces and a bridal suite.

In-House Catering Capacity: 1,000 (grand ballroom) Onsite Parking: Yes

IRONCLAD BREWERY

910.769.0290 ironcladbrewery.com Restored 1925 building in the heart of downtown Wilmington with modern industrial design, an onsite brewery, multiple bars and serving staff.

In-House Catering Capacity: 300 Onsite Parking: No

JENGO'S PLAYHOUSE

910.343.5995 cucalorus.org

In the heart of the Soda Pop District, Jengo’s Playhouse is a funky, yearround community venue featuring a 70-seat cinema and a full service craft cocktail bar that opens up directly to larger creative campus.

In-House Catering Capacity: 69 Onsite parking: Limited

WATERLINE BREWING COMPANY

910.777.5599 waterlinebrewing.com

Waterline Brewing Co. operates in a rehabilitated section of the old Jacobi Hardware warehouse located on Surry Street, just under the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge. This wonderful old structure has a great history.

Outside Catering Onsite Parking: Yes

WAREHOUSE ON WATER

910.547.3776 warehouseonwater.com

Our 6,000 square foot venue provides our guests with the flexibility to welcome a myriad of different events and layouts. Couple this space with our wharf styled deck and this venue is only limited by your own imagination.

Outside Catering

Onsite Parking: No

STATION NO. 2 919.749.0330 stationno2.com

T he 1915 firestation offers an unpretentious yet sophisticated event center perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate parties and any kind special occasion.

Outside Catering Capacity: 80

Onsite Parking: No

WILMINGTON WATER TOURS 910.338.3134 wilmingtonwatertours.net

E xplore the Cape Fear River on one of our many cruises! We offer private charters for wedding receptions, corporate functions, birthdays and family reunions.

Outside Catering Capacity: 49

Onsite Parking: Yes

WILMINGTON CONVENTION CENTER

910.251.5101 wilmingtonconventions.com

The Wilmington Convention Center is the largest, boutique convention center on the North Carolina coast – the ideal backdrop with historic charm and riverfront views of the Cape Fear River. It’s everything you need to create lasting and memorable experiences! We’re the perfect venue for an intimate meeting or grand event.

In-House Catering Capacity: 1,750 (exhibit hall)

Onsite Parking: Yes

wrightsville beach & mayfaire

AIRLIE GARDENS

910.798.7700

airliegardens.org

Wedding ceremonies and receptions, birthday parties, wedding and baby showers, family reunions and corporate events. Four distinct event spaces including Oak Lawn, Bradley Creek Lawn, Pergola Garden and Bottle Chapel Lawn.

Outside Catering Capacity: 300 Onsite Parking: Yes

BLOCKADE RUNNER BEACH

RESORT 877.684.8009

blockade-runner.com

Wrightsville Beach hotel with allwaterfront rooms, an outdoor patio bar and the EAST Oceanfront Dining restaurant. Offers five rooms, as well as garden and lawn space, for private events, and “The Cottage,” a 13-room suite with common areas for reunions and corporate retreats.

In-House Catering Capacity: 300 (largest room)

BLUEWATER WATERFRONT GRILL 910.256.8500 bluewaterdining.com

Restaurant and event space along the Intracoastal Waterway serving casual American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Includes a banquet room and a meeting room.

In-House Catering Capacity: 250 Onsite Parking: Yes

BRIDGE TENDER

910.256.4519

thebridgetender.com

Fine dining establishment on the Intracoastal Waterway with a board room and private events room.

In-House Catering Capacity: 200

COUNTRY CLUB OF LANDFALL 910.256.8411

countrycluboflandfall.com

Clubhouse within the gated community of Landfall that provides multiple locations for a variety of events, as well as onsite event coordinators, handcrafted menus and an in-house pastry chef. Rooms are available for rent, as well as the entire clubhouse. In-House Catering

Capacity: 800 (Entire Clubhouse) Onsite Parking: Yes

HILTON GARDEN INN WILMINGTON 910.509.4046 hilton.com

Hotel in Mayfaire Town Center that features an onsite restaurant, outdoor pool and 1,750-square-foot meeting space just ten minutes from both Wrightsville Beach and downtown.

In-House Catering Capacity: 90 (Meeting Room) Onsite Parking: Yes

HOLIDAY INN RESORT LUMINA WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH 910.256.2231 ihg.com Oceanside resort with family-themed activities, outdoor and indoor pools, hot tubs and a wading pool. Features six banquet rooms.

In-House Catering Capacity: 300 Onsite Parking: Yes

NEW HANOVER COUNTY ARBORETUM 910.798.7660 arboretum.nhcgov.com Seven-acre public garden available for private events. Facility rental includes a fully equipped indoor kitchen, auditorium, outdoor grill and performance space for musicians. Outside Catering Capacity: 150

OCEANIC RESTAURANT 910.256.5551 oceanicrestaurant.com Coastal-inspired oceanfront restaurant on Crystal Pier serving brunch, lunch and dinner. Includes a large classroom/ meeting room. In-House Catering Capacity: 250

SHELL ISLAND RESORT 910.256.8696 shellisland.com Family-friendly full-service luxury resort on the northern tip of Wrightsville Beach with indoor and outdoor pools, a tiki bar, onsite restaurant, private beach access and banquet and event rooms. In-House Catering (Limited) Capacity: 300 (Largest Room) Onsite Parking: Yes

TERRACES

910.473.5550 terracesonsirtyler.com

W ilmington’s premier corporate & event venue. Just like the views, atmosphere and location, the venue features we offer at the Terraces on Sir Tyler are unmatched in Wilmington. Outside Catering Capacity: 250+ Onsite parking: Yes

WRIGHTSVILLE MANOR AND GARDENS 910.508.7224 wrightsvillemanor.com Indoor-outdoor event venue located near the gateway to Wrightsville Beach on a 1.25-acre property between Lumina Station and St. Matthews historic brick church that features a patio veranda, gardens and lawn space, as well as a catering prep room and service area. Outside Catering Capacity: 300 | Onsite Parking: Yes

910.945-9549 myyachtsource.com

Yacht Source provides year-round charters with options to cruise the waterways, plan day trips to specific locations, and host private or corporate events. Outside Catering Capacity: 13 Onsite parking: Yes

PLEASURE ISLAND

ATLANTIC TOWERS

910.458.8313

atlantic-towers.com

Eleven-story oceanside condominium complex offering unique one- and twobedroom suites with private balconies available for nightly, weekly or monthly rentals. Amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a gazebo with a grilling area and a club room for meetings and events.

Outside Catering Capacity: 60 (Meeting Room)

BEAU RIVAGE GOLF & RESORT 910.392.9021

beaurivagegolf.com

Golf clubhouse near Carolina Beach with more than 6,000 square feet of versatile space between five rooms. Resort offers onsite lodging, banquet facilities, various views of the course, and a poolside tiki bar and a hardwood dance floor.

In-House Catering Capacity: 350

CAROLINA BEACH LAKE PARK carolinabeach.org 910.458.2977

Eleven-acre freshwater lake near the ocean that is the site for public events throughout the year, including a weekly farmers market, the annual Pleasure Island Chowder Cookoff and free outdoor movies. Kayak and paddleboat rentals available, as well as rental of a picnic area and gazebo.

Outside Catering

CAROLINA BEACH STATE PARK 910.458.8206

ncparks.gov/carolina-beach-state-park Campsite and marina with onsite cabins, hiking trails and a classroom and auditorium available for half- and full-day rental.

Capacity: 65 (Auditorium)

Outside Catering

COURTYARD CAROLINA BEACH 910.458.2030 marriott.com/hotels

Beachside resort on the Carolina Beach Boardwalk with flexible event space, newly remodeled hotel rooms and suites, a restaurant and indoor and outdoor pools.

In-House Catering

Capacity: 300

FORT FISHER AIR FORCE RECREATION AREA 910.458.6549

ftfishermilrec.com

Site available to active duty military, disabled veterans, reservists and Department of Defense civilians that includes event space, an onsite restaurant and bar and an outdoor swimming pool.

In-House Catering Capacity: Call For Details

FORT FISHER STATE HISTORIC SITE 910.251.7340

nchistoricsites.org/fisher Remaining portions of the Civil War's largest amphibious battle that includes scenic trails, the adjacent Visitors Center & Gift Shop and oceanfront gazebos. Available for public and private tours, as well as weddings and private events.

Outside Catering Capacity: 350

HAMPTON INN & SUITES CAROLINA BEACH OCEANFRONT 910.707.1770 hilton.com/en/hotels/ilmhahx-hamptonsuites-carolina-beach-oceanfront/ Beachside hotel next to the Carolina Beach Boardwalk with an oceanfront pool and space for small weddings and meetings.

Outside Catering Capacity: 50

KURE BEACH COMMUNITY CENTER 910.458.8216

townofkurebeach.org Approximately 2,300-square-foot building a block from Ocean Front Park. Includes a kitchen area with a serving island for catering, a separate meeting room and large banquet room.

Outside Catering Capacity: 100 (Banquet Room) Onsite Parking: Yes

KURE BEACH OCEAN FRONT PARK AND PAVILION 910.458-8216 townofkurebeach.org The park's expansive, open-air pavilion is also available for private rental, excluding the months of July and August and major holidays.

Outside Catering

Capacity: 100

Onsite Parking: Yes

LAZY PIRATE SPORTS GRILL 910.458.5299

lazypiratesportsgrill.com

Restaurant and bar in Carolina Beach with a casual atmosphere and outdoor seating. Offers space to accommodate events of all sizes, as well as a customizable menu.

In-House Catering Capacity: Call For Details Onsite Parking: Yes

N.C. AQUARIUM AT FORT FISHER 910.772.0500 ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher

Offers partial- or full-rental options, as well as onsite childcare and touch tank access for after-hours events and behindthe scenes tours for daytime events.

Outside Catering Capacity: 350 Onsite Parking: Yes

OCEAN FRONT PARK & PAVILION 910.458.8216 townofkurebeach.org

Kure Beach’s largest public green space located near the Kure Beach Fishing Pier. Features an open-air pavilion with a stage for concerts, weddings and events, as well as a children’s play area and public restrooms.

Outside Catering Capacity: 75

SEAWITCH CAFE & TIKI BAR

910.707.0533 seawitchtikibar.com

Carolina Beach restaurant offering a casual event space for both indoor and outdoor events. Offers a full event catering menu that includes hors d'oeuvres, entrees, buffets and pasta and taco bars. In-House Catering Capacity: 150

THE PEARL AND THE PETAL 910.524.1251 thepearlandthepetal.net 1930s standalone building with a groundfloor event space, upstairs preparation room and lighted patio. Offers flexible packages based on specific events.

Outside Catering Capacity: 175

MIDTOWN

BURNEY CENTER AT UNCW

910.962.4150

uncw.edu/campuslife/services

More than 9,000-square-foot ballroom on the campus of UNC-Wilmington with modern sound and lighting system and a catering prep kitchen. The ballroom can be configured five different ways to include banquet and auditorium seating.

In-House Catering Capacity: 1,000 (Auditorium Seating); 600 (Banquet Seating)

Onsite Parking: Yes

CAMERON ART MUSEUM 910.395.5999 cameronartmuseum.com

Historical and contemporary art museum with rotating indoor and outdoor exhibits and permanent collections. The facility includes a reception hall with multimedia capabilities, a courtyard, a conference room, a roof terrace and an onsite café, which can be rented for smaller events.

In-House Catering Capacity: 200 (Reception Hall)

Onsite Parking: Yes

CAPT'N BILLS BACKYARD GRILL 910.762.0173

seeyouatbills.com

M ultiple event locations in one place, including outdoor spaces with a more casual atmosphere, or an indoor space that can host up to 100 people.

In-House Catering Capacity: 100 Onsite parking: Yes

FLYING MACHINE BREWING CO. 910.769.8173 flyingmachine.beer Our taproom features over 30 taps of beer,

wine and cider, rotating food trucks, both an indoor bar and patio bar with outdoor seating and second story patio.

Capacity: 250 | Onsite Parking: Yes

HAMPTON INN WILMINGTONMEDICAL PARK 910.796.8881 hilton.com

Centrally located accommodations that includes a business center, a fitness center, an outdoor pool and a conference room for business meetings.

Outside Catering | Capacity: 150

THE VENUE AT WILMINGTON BREWING COMPANY

910.769.0293 wilmingtonbrewingcompany.com

T he Venue at Wilmington Brewing Company offers 5,000 square feet of event space with an outdoor patio and garage doors for open air entertaining.

Outside Catering

Capacity: Based on Availability Onsite parking: Yes

WARWICK CENTER AT UNCW 910.962.4150 uncw.edu/campuslife/services UNCW’s largest multiuse event space, with additional smaller meeting rooms. The Warwick Center Ballroom can be configured for auditorium-style seating or set up for a banquet.

In-House Catering Capacity: 600 (Auditorium); 320 (Banquet) Onsite Parking: Yes

WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH BREWERY 910.256.4938 wbbeer.com

Wrightsville Beach Brewery serves up fresh, local seafood and craft beer in their brewpub and beer garden.

In-House Catering Capacity: 60 (The Barrel Room) Onsite Parking: Yes

BRUNSWICK COUNTY

BALD HEAD ISLAND CLUB

910.457.7300 bhiclub.net

Clubhouse on Bald Head, an island only accessible by passenger ferry or private boat, that offers banquet facilities, conference rooms, an expansive lawn for outdoor events, and a terrace space.

In-House Catering Capacity: 250 Onsite Parking: No

THE BARN AT ROCK CREEK 910.253.4012 thebarnatrockcreek.com

Event facility on 13 acres in Leland that provides a rustic farm setting. Facility rental includes dining and banquet tables, an antique farm table, a handcrafted bar and access to all indoor and outdoor grounds.

Outside Catering Capacity: 150 Onsite Parking: Yes

CAPE FEAR YACHT CLUB capefearyachtclub.com

Clubhouse is available to rent for weddings, receptions, private parties, luncheons,

meetings, seminars and other events. Facility includes kitchen area and bar; private lakeview; spacious landscaped lawn; and wraparound deck.

Outside Catering Capacity: 99 | Onsite Parking: Yes

HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON SOUTHPORT 910.477.9830

Hilton.com

Full-service hotel with outdoor pool, gym and a fire pit. Minutes away from Dutchman Creek Park, historic downtown Southport, area beaches and golf courses. Meeting facilities include full audio-visual, Wi-Fi for company meetings, training sessions, continuing education programs.

Outside Catering Capacity: 50 Onsite Parking: Yes

MAGNOLIA GREENS GOLF PLANTATION 910.383.0999 magnoliagreensgolf.com

Golf course clubhouse in Leland that includes 1,600 square feet in banquet

space for weddings and other private functions. Facility provides tables, chairs, linens and table settings, as well as set up and break-down.

In-House Catering Capacity: 75

ODELL WILLIAMSON AUDITORIUM 910.755.7416 bccowa.com

Auditorium and performance space located on the campus of Brunswick Community College in Bolivia. Adjacent Virginia Williamson Event Center is available for smaller events.

Outside Catering Capacity: 1,500 (Auditorium); 95 (Event Center)

Onsite Parking: Yes

SILVER COAST WINERY 910.287.2800 silvercoastwinery.com

Locally owned winery in Ocean Isle Beach offering rental of the vineyard, private patio and lawn and its interior Barrel Room, as well as the Art Gallery for smaller events.

Outside Catering Capacity: 130

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PENDER COUNTY

HAMPSTEAD WOMEN’S CLUB

910.270.9549 hampsteadwomensclub.org Facility available for rental for a variety of events that includes use of the catering kitchen, outside patio space, portable speakers and furniture. Offers two spaces – the main building and the smaller O’Hara Room for more intimate gatherings.

Outside Catering Capacity: 140 (Main Building); 30 (O’hara Room)

Onsite Parking: Yes

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF TOPSAIL ISLAND

910.328.8663

topsailhistoricalsociety.org

The society’s Assembly Building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, includes a catering kitchen, dance floor and two smaller rooms featuring views of the water and the sunset.

Outside Catering Capacity: 250

OCEAN’S EDGE RESTAURANT & EVENT CENTER

910.328.0582 oceansedgenc.com

Located at the tallest point on Topsail Island, which allows for panoramic views of the sunset and waterfront. Full-service venue that includes custom packages and an onsite coordinator.

In-House Catering Capacity: 300

NORTH SHORE COUNTRY CLUB

910.327.2410 northshoregolfcoursenc.com Clubhouse on the green at North Shore Golf Course in Sneads Ferry available to rent for weddings, banquets, meetings and private parties. Private meeting and dining area with a full-service bar, dance floor and Wi-Fi available.

Outside Catering Capacity: 150

OLDE POINT COUNTRY CLUB 910.406.1419 oldepointgolf.com

Meeting, wedding and banquet facility on a scenic 18-hole public golf course with Bermuda fairways and Paspalum greens. Located just off Highway 17 with easy access to Wilmington, less than 15 minutes to Surf City beaches. Three separate meeting venues. Wi-Fi available. In-House Catering Capacity: 50/80/120 Onsite Parking: Yes

POPLAR GROVE PLANTATION 910.686.9518 poplargrove.org Peanut plantation-turned-museum in Scotts Hill, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, that can accommodate a variety of events in in its museum facility and on the plantation grounds. Outside Catering Capacity: 150

THE SURFSIDE CENTER AT THE SURF CITY WELCOME CENTER 910.328.2716 surfcitync.gov Oceanfront setting that includes an outside ocean-facing patio and access to the beach. Is not equipped with an audio system or speakers. Outside Catering Capacity: 300 Onsite Parking: Yes

Onsite

C ATERERS

ART CATERING

Shallotte, NC 910.755.6642 artcateringevents.com

BEAUCHAINES 211 Surf City, NC 910.328.1888

CASEY’S BUFFET Wilmington, NC 910.798.2913 caseysbuffet.com

MIDDLE OF THE ISLAND CATERING Wilmington, NC

910.256.4273 middleoftheisland.com

MILNER’S CAFÉ & CATERING Wilmington, NC 910.350.8899 milnerscafeandcatering.com

OCEAN RIDGE CATERING Ocean Isle Beach, NC 910.287.1713 oceanridgecatering.com

PINE VALLEY MARKET Wilmington, NC 910.350.3663 pinevalleymarket.com

COASTAL CATERING AND EVENTS

Southport, NC 910.845.2516 coastalcateringandevents.com

COASTLINE CATERING

Shallotte, NC 910.754.8680 coastlinecateringnc.com

DIAMOND CATERING Wilmington, NC 910.399.3811 diamondcateringservices.com

GOURMET TO GO & CATERED AFFAIRS LLC Southport, NC 910.505.9336 gourmettogosouthport.com

LITTLE POND CATERERS Wilmington, NC 910.960.7663 littlepondcaterers.com

SALT AND CHARM

Wilmington, NC 910.769.1010 eat.saltandcharm.co

SAWMILL CATERING COMPANY Wilmington, NC 910.620.7001 sawmillcatering.com

SPOONFED Wilmington, NC 910.679.8881 spoonfedkitchen.com

SURF CITY BARBECUE AND CATERING Surf City, NC 910.328.4227 surfcitybbq.com

SWEET BAY CATERING

Bald Head Island, NC 910.457.7450 maritimemarketbhi.com/ Catering.aspx

A THYME SAVOR CATERING AND MARKET Wilmington, NC 910.262.2962 athymesavor.com

FLORISTS

B LOSSOM BAY DESIGN Wilmington 704.975.1800 blossombaydesign.com

BLOOMERS FLORAL DESIGNS Ocean Isle Beach, NC 910.575.4000 bloomersnc.com

BRUNSWICK TOWN FLORIST Southport, NC 910.457.1144 brunswicktownflorist.net

CALABASH FLORIST & COMPANY INC. Calabash, NC 910.579.8030 calabashflorist.webs.com

CREATIVE DESIGNS BY JIM Burgaw, NC 910.686.9000 creativedesignsbyjim.com

DESIGN PERFECTION Wilmington, NC 910.512.4145 designperfectionnc.com

ECO CHIC BLOSSOMS Wilmington, NC 910.617.3864 ecochicblossoms.com

EDDIE’S FLORAL GALLERY Wilmington, NC 910.791.0990 eddiesfloralgallery.com

FIORE FINE FLOWERS Wilmington, NC 910.791.6770 fiorefineflowers.com

FLORA VERDI Wilmington, NC 910.815.8585 bloomersfloraldesignsnc.com

GREEN THUMB FLORAL BOUTIQUE Wilmington, NC 910.742.0185 greenthumbfb.com

JULIA’S FLORIST Wilmington, NC 910.395.1868 juliasflorist.com

MOTHER OF WILD

Wilmington, NC 910.319.7334 motherofwildflowerhouse.com

SHALLOTTE FLORIST

Shallotte, NC 910.754.4848 shallotteflorist.com

SWEET NECTAR’S FLORIST Leland, NC 910.371.2224 sweetnectarsflorist.com

SURF CITY FLORIST Surf City, NC 910.328.3238 surfcityflorist.com

WILD BY NATURE Southport, NC 910.363.5032 wildbynaturellc.com

WINE & ROSES FLORIST Southport, NC 910.457.4428 wine-roses-florist.business.site

VERZAAL’S FLORIST & EVENTS Wilmington, NC 910.791.1756 verzaalsflorist.com

TRANSPORTATION

A ZALEA LIMOUSINE SERVICE

Wilmington, NC 910.452.5888 azalealimo.com

BLUEWATER TRANSPORT Wilmington, NC 910.208.0057 bluewatertransport.net

CAPE FEAR LIMO & COACH LINES Wilmington, NC 910.679.4339 Charterbusnc.com

CAROLINA CLASSIC CAR RENTALS Wilmington, NC 919.366.5222 carolinaclassiccarrentals.com

COASTAL EVENT SHUTTLE Wilmington, NC 910.685.7871 coastaleventshuttle.com

DANIELS TOURS LLC Wilmington, NC 910.763.6070 danielscompany.com

EASY WAY LIMO & TRANSPORTATION SERVICE

Sunset Beach, NC 910.713.8294 easywaytransportsvc.com

LETT’S LIMOUSINE SERVICE Wilmington, NC 910.231.7645 lettslimo.com

PRESTIGE LIMOUSINE Wilmington, NC 910.799.4484 prestigelimousineservice.com

VIP LIMO OF WILMINGTON Wilmington, NC 910.264.4343 viplimowilmington.com

AUDIO-VISUAL

3 CHEERS PARTY RENTAL Southport, NC 910.448.1002 3cheerspartyrentals.com

ACOUSTIC CREATIONS INC. Leland, NC 910.371.2038 acousticreations.com

AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT RENTAL Wilmington, NC 910.341.0045 avscoastal.com

AVALIVE

Wilmington, NC 910.790.0324 avalive.com/nc/Wilmington/av-rentalsservices

BEHIND THE SOUND Wilmington, NC 443.854.2741 behindthesoundav.com

CAROLINA STRAND Wilmington, NC 800.772.0349 carolinastrand.com

EZAV Wilmington, NC 910.500.6258 ezav.biz

FILMWERKS INTERNATIONAL INC Rocky Point, NC 910.675.1145 filmwerksintl.com

J & S AUDIO VISUAL Wilmington, NC 910.202.3160 jsav.com

K2 PRODUCTIONS Wilmington, NC 919.341.5111 k2proevents.com

SOUND WAVE AUDIO Wilmington, NC 910.794.2858 soundwaveaudio.com

OTHER

N ORTH CAROLINA’S BRUNSWICK ISLANDS

Shallotte, NC 910.755.5517 ncbrunswick.com

PENDER COUNTY TOURISM Burgaw, NC 910.259.1278 visitpender.com

WILMINGTON BEACHES CONVENTION VISITOR’S BUREAU Wilmington, NC 910.341.4030 wilmingtonandbeaches.com