Annual Events

Freedom Fest
Come celebrate the 4th of July with us under the bridge at Waterline Brewing. We are throwing a 4th of July block party style with live music, food trucks, a water balloon fight, a pie eating contest, a reptile petting zoo, face painting, & so much more! Bring the whole family for this FREE event & enjoy a day in the sun sipping curated cocktails and craft beer.

Parrot Heads and Pints, a Jimmy Buffet Luau
Break out the flip-flops and Hawaiian shirts because it's 5 o’clock somewhere, and we’re turning Waterline into a Margaritaville-style oasis! Expect Live Music, Curated tropical cocktails, Food Trucks, Buffett-style games & contests and a Key Lime Pie-Making Showdown! Plus: flamingos, parrots, island vibes, and tons more surprises to help you sail away for the day.
FREE EVENT – just good vibes & sunscreen.
21+ to drink | Pet-friendly | Family-welcome
Come waste away with us, because paradise is just a pint away!

Bourbon, Bluegrass and Brews Festival
Where the bourbon is smooth, the BBQ is smokey, and the bluegrass is kicking!! Join us at Waterline Brewing Co. on Saturday, September 12th, from 1–6 PM for an afternoon packed with live music, smooth bourbon, ice-cold craft beer, delicious BBQ, and local vendors!

Oktoberfest
Get ready to raise your steins and prost with us at our 11th annual Oktoberfest! FREE ENTRY! You can except German-style eats and food trucks, fresh-baked Crofton Pretzels & dreamy Celtic Creamery treats, Lawn games, contests, and surprises all day, Best Dressed Contest (don your best lederhosen or dirndl!) and you can even bring in your own favorite stein, or grab one of ours! We'll see you in Bavaria (aka under the bridge) October 3rd!

Mardi Gras
Get ready to laissez les bons temps rouler with Port City Players LIVE at Waterline Brewing Co.! Bring your friends, family, and krewe for an unforgettable Mardi Gras party filled with great music, cold beer, and nonstop good vibes. Don’t leave after the show! Stick around as we take the party to the streets with a traditional Second Line march under the bridge with the band leading the way! Costumes encouraged. Good times guaranteed. Let’s celebrate Mardi Gras the Waterline way!

HOOLEY, 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!
Join us Saturday, February 27, 2027 for the 10th Annual Cape Fear Hooley Under the Bridge at Waterline Brewing. Get ready for a full day of Irish music, dancing, and riverfront fun as we celebrate Irish-American culture and raise funds for the 26th Annual Downtown Wilmington St. Patrick’s Day Parade!

Circle the Wagens
Circle up for our 7th Annual Circle the Wagens Volkswagen Car Show! We’re bringing vintage Volkswagens under the bridge to Waterline Brewing Company for a day of classic cars, cold beers, and community all for a great cause. 100% of proceeds will go to NourishNC.

St Patricks Day Parade After Party
The parade doesn’t end when the floats stop rolling… it keeps going at Waterline Brewing! Join us March 13th for a FREE St. Paddy’s Day after party featuring live music, craft cocktails, plenty of Waterline beer, local vendors & all the Irish cheer!
Wear your green, bring your crew, and keep the celebration going with us. Sláinte!

World Down Syndrome Day
Another year of excitement as we partner with Coastal Buds to host an afternoon full of joy, inclusion, and community in honor of World Down Syndrome Day! Join us at Waterline Brewing on March 20 for live music, crafts & games, a reptile petting zoo, face painting, great community fun with Coastal Buds, and so much more! This family-friendly event celebrates individuals with Down syndrome and the incredible community that uplifts them every day. Bring the kids, invite your friends, and come celebrate with us! Wear blue & yellow, spread awareness, and show your support! $1 per pint donated to support the cause