Take the detour.
The extra miles are often where the story begins.
Jan 22 – Jan 24, 2026
Sweethearts Cruise
Wilmington
Invite your special someone to a dinner cruise on the scenic Cape Fear River. Enjoy…
Wilmington
Car Shows in Wilmington
9 events found
Follow what feels interesting.
Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.
Mar 28 – Mar 28, 2026
Rims on the River Vintage Car and Hot Rod Show
Wilmington
The show takes place in historic downtown Wilmington. Cars dating 1970 and older, line the…
A place to slow down.
Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.
Apr 4 – Apr 4, 2026
Annual Antique Auto Show
Wilmington
Antique Automobile Club of America, Cape Fear Chapter, presents this annual show with over 125…
Keep it easy.
The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.
Apr 25 – Apr 25, 2026
Brits & Battleship Car Show
Wilmington
Join the British Motor Club of the Cape Fear for their annual car show at…
The road is the experience.
Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.
Jun 23 – Jun 23, 2026
Classy-Chassis Car Show & Country Flea Market
Wilmington
Antique & Classic Cars and Motorcycles on the grounds of the historic Poplar Grove. Dash…
Not every place needs a reason.
Sometimes it's enough just to be there.
Jul 27 – Aug 6, 2026
Cape Fear Corvettes Annual All Corvette Show
Wilmington
All Corvette Car Show to benefit AARP & Jeff Gordon's "Drive to End Hunger" &…
Start early. Stay late.
The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.
Aug 29 – Aug 29, 2026
Help for Heroes
Wilmington
Car show open to all makes/models/years. Benefit to aid veterans in community, sponsored by American…
Follow what feels interesting.
Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.
Oct 3 – Oct 3, 2026
Southeastern NC Mustang Club Annual All Ford Car & Truck Show
Wilmington
Vehicles must be Ford powered. Dash plaques to the first 100 vehicles, many trophies and…
More road, less rush.
There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.
Nov 14 – Nov 14, 2026
Cruise to the North Pole to pick up Santa
Wilmington
Holiday cruise aboard the HENRIETTA III to pick up Santa at the North Pole. Children…