New Hanover County Public Library
201 chestnut st., +1 910 798-6301, (http://www.co.new-hanover...).
Airlie Gardens
300 airlie rd, +1 910 798-7700, (http://www.airliegardens.org). airlie gardens encompasses 67 acres of quintessential southern gardens with 10 acres of freshwater lakes. features include azaleas, camellias, statuary and the historic airlie oak. this once privately owned garden was purchased for the public by new hanover county in january, 1999. the gardens are located near wrightsville beach on airlie road.
Jungle Rapids
5320 oleander drive, +1 910 791-0666, (http://www.junglerapids.com/). water park closed during off season but dry park open all year round, hours vary and park may close due to inclement weather so call ahead! its main feature is the water park, but includes an arcade, mini golf, and go karts. prices vary for admittance to the waterpark, but the best price is the 4pm-7pm $14.95 for all ages special.
University of North Carolina Wilmington
University of North Carolina Wilmington, 601 S. College Rd., +1 910 962-3000, (http://www.uncw.edu/).
Hit the beach!
There are several beaches to choose from in wilmington: wrightsville beach, carolina beach, and kure beach. wrightsville and carolina beach are crowded in the summer, but there are always good views and good times. wrightsville beach follow us 74 or us 76 east has two piers, one owned by a restaurant, the oceanic, and the other is a public pier. the original wooden public pier was destroyed by a hurricane in '98 or '99 and has since been rebuilt with cement pilings. this pier also has an arcade for those interested. carolina beach head south on s. college road has a board walk with an arcade, several restaurants, an ice cream shop, and a pier.
Marrz Theatre
15 s. front street, +1 910 772-9045. voted best live music venue by encore magazine. marrz offers live music from national and regional bands on one of the largest stages in any area club. show dates and times vary, so check the schedule at their website or call. marrz has all abc permits and offers full bar services, beer and wine, but no food service. some seating is available. the second floor houses a game room and features a pool table, foosball and other games. ticket prices vary according to the band. municipal parking is available directly behind the club.
Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington
Riverfront at market & water streets, +1 910 794-1866, (http://www.hauntedwilming...).