The best family-friendly activities in Wilmington for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Learn in a private setting the ways of Samurai everything you need to know about surfing and the ocean!...

Great for families or large groups of friends that want to start their surfing journey together! A fun, healthy, safe way to let go and...

After a successful first three seasons I am happy to be here for a fourth season!!! Sail in style on the historic Wilmington river walk....

An exclusive 90-minute charter experience aboard the beautiful Cruisin’ Tiki on the Cape Fear river Wilmington. With its tiki bar, rocking Bluetooth soundbar, and lively...

Get away from the crowds and hop On the shamrock to Masonboro Island Spend a quarter or half day exploring NC largest marine santuary ....

The Carolina Runner is a custom-built 40-foot craft that includes a bar, blue tooth sound system, LED party lights, a loading ramp for easy shore...

Come on a sunset tour with us and catch some beautiful views! We also tell some interesting history about the island and then play some...

Enjoy Wilmington's best talented local musicians, some nights solo, some nights duo's, all add their flair while you wind down on our comfortable riverboat with...

This is an open water 1 hr cruise of Masonboro Island. The tour focuses on shorebird biology and natural history . Interested in learning the...

Enclosed heated catamaran decorated for the holidays. Welcomed by our friendly staff and Local musicians playing familiar holiday tunes. Enjoy comfortable seating while cruising along...

Through the eyes of a local, you will explore some of our most beautiful residential streets, discuss Wilmington's role in colonial times, through the Antebellum...

On this entertaining and informative walking tour, you'll discover the women who challenged conventions, changed minds, and left an indelible mark on Wilmington's rich history....

Enjoy a relaxing ride on the river on our comfortable 46' catamaran as you learn more about Wilmington, NC from our friendly captain and crew....

Experience the fascinating history of Wilmington like never before with our historian-guided tour of the city. Take yourself back in time, from colonial era manors,...

In 1898, North Carolina's government was overthrown by a white supremacist coup - the only successful coup d'état in American history. Wilmington saw the worst...

Explore the dark side of Wilmington's history - from disturbing murders in dark alleys to a murder trial turned international spy controversy to deadly arson...

Wilmington was designated as America's first-ever "World War II Heritage City", a proud title honoring the city's important role in the war and its success...

Operation City Quest of Wilmington lets your team discover the city in a fun and different way. Our app will instruct you to find a...