events
Wings Over Carolina Beach Airshow
The airshow kicks off Friday at 3:00 PM and Saturday at 2:00 PM.
Enjoy live music throughout the day at Sunny Daze, Hurricane Alley (private event on Saturday), and Silver Dollar/Top Dollar—starting at 12:00 PM on Friday and 11:30 AM on Saturday.
Come early and enjoy great live performances before the airshow begins!
📍 Located at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Wings Over Carolina Beach Airshow
The airshow kicks off Friday at 3:00 PM and Saturday at 2:00 PM.
Enjoy live music throughout the day at Sunny Daze, Hurricane Alley (private event on Saturday), and Silver Dollar/Top Dollar—starting at 12:00 PM on Friday and 11:30 AM on Saturday.
Come early and enjoy great live performances before the airshow begins!
📍 Located at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Annual Airshow Over the Beach Tentatively Coming Fall 2027
The ILM Aerospace Foundation is planning a marquee event with the unique opportunity to see incredible aircraft in the skies over the beach. This event will surely attract crowds from across the region and neighboring states. Event sponsorship opportunities will be available.
Cape Fear General Aviation Day
This collaborative event takes place annually at Wilmington International Airport. Pilots, mechanics, air traffic controllers and aviation enthusiasts fly-in or drive-in to enjoy networking, educational presentations (qualifying for WINGS credit), and static displays. A silent auction and donations collected throughout the event help contribute to the scholarship fund. Learn more about the upcoming General Aviation Day.
ACE CAMPS: “Wings of opportunity”
The ACE Academy exposes middle school students primarily from underserved populations to a variety of careers in aviation, inspiring future members of the aviation workforce. The ACE Camps provide hands-on experiences and special behind-the-scenes tours, with a focus on history of flight, principles of flight, drones, and aviation careers. The ACE Camps are hosted in collaboration with Wilmington International Airport, NCDOT–Division of Aviation, Cape Fear Community College, Federal Aviation Administration, Live Oak Bank, Cape Fear Flying Club, All American Aviation Services, New Hanover County Schools, and Pender County Schools.