Taproom Calendar

Country Partner Line Dancing.
Come on this Thursday night for a FREE Country Partner Dance Class! No skill required just be sure to come out a little early to grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy delicious eats from Smash N Dash. We’ll see you on the dance floor!

Food: Smash N' Dash opens at 5pm

Fairy Hair For All!
Fairy Hair is like jewelry for your hair! It is a sparkling synthetic fiber that is heat and hair product resistant. Fairy hair uses no chemicals or adhesives and will not damage your hair. Reservations a plus or walk-ins are OK too!
https://www.fairyhairforall.com/

Live at the Line Live Music: Whiskey Run!
Whiskey Run brings the best of modern and classic country to the stage with an energetic performance packed with crowd favorites. From Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen to Chris Stapleton, Eric Church, and country classics you know by heart. Whether you're a longtime country fan or just looking for a great night out with live music, cold craft beer, and good company, Whiskey Run is the perfect Friday evening.
Doors at 5pm, Music 6 - 9pm

Food: Smash N' Dash opens at 6pm

TICKETS $10 CLICK HERE

Bourbon Bluegrass & Brews Festival.
The 2nd Annual Bourbon, Bluegrass & Brews Festival is back and bigger than ever! Spend your Saturday enjoying live bluegrass from Folkstone Stringband, Massive Grass, and Better With Bourbon, plus bourbon tastings from local distilleries, specialty cocktails, smoky BBQ, artisan vendors, and plenty of Waterline craft beer. Come enjoy an afternoon of great music, local flavor, and good times! 1-6pm

Food: KT's BBQ (1-7pm)

Food: Feelin' Swine BBQ (12-6pm)

AFTERNOON

Hippie Fest w/ Dubtown Cosmonauts.
Peace, love, and good vibes are taking over Waterline for Hippie Fest! Spend your Saturday browsing a groovy vendor market hosted by Downtown ILM Market, sipping cold craft beer, and enjoying live music from Dubtown Cosmonauts from 1-3pm. Throw on your favorite tie-dye, embrace your inner flower child, and join us for a laid-back afternoon of shopping, sipping, and live music under the bridge. 12-4pm

Food: Smash N' Dash (12-4pm)

EVENING

WHQR Day is back!
Celebrate your local public media station with a giant party, free prizes, Smash n Dash food truck, cake, and more! Listeners can meet familiar on-air voices, behind-the-scenes staff, and connect with other listeners who love the same programs and music. It’ll be a great night! We can't wait to see you there! 5-7pm

Food: Smash N' Dash (4-7pm)

Dirty Bingo
Get ready for DIRTY BINGO! Where classic bingo gets a hilariously unhinged twist! Expect outrageous calls, LOL moments, and prizes you’ll definitely want to win! Grab your friends, grab a drink, and prepare for a night of fun, laughs, and bingo like you’ve never played before.
!Not your grandma’s bingo night!
Hosted by Steph Koch

Gruff Goat Comedy
Get ready to laugh! The Gruff Goat Comedy Showcase is a free comedy night hosted by Lew Morgante at Waterline Brewing Company. Featuring a rotating lineup of hilarious local favorites and touring comedians, every show brings fresh laughs, cold craft beer, and a great night out. Whether you're a comedy fanatic or just looking for something fun to do, the Gruff Goat Comedy Showcase is always worth a visit!

Metaphysical Class: Ritual Workshop
Set an intention and create a little magic! This hands-on Ritual Workshop explores how to structure a meaningful ritual using elements like candles, herbs, incense, sound, and affirmations. You'll leave with your own personalized ritual, take-home guide, affirmation, and up to three items to incorporate into your practice.

Live at the Line: Shot Thru The Heart
The Live at the Line Concert Series wraps up with a night of arena rock! Get ready to rock as Shot Thru The Heart, the premier Bon Jovi tribute band, brings all the legendary hits to Waterline Brewing Co on September 18 at 6 PM. Sing along to classics like Livin' on a Prayer, Wanted Dead or Alive, You Give Love a Bad Name, It's My Life, and more during an unforgettable night on the Wilmington waterfront.
🎟 TICKETS
• $10 online (advance purchase)
• $15 at the gate
• Kids 12 & under are FREE

FPM Book Fair
Books + beer = our kind of Saturday! Browse the Front Paige Media Book Fair, discover your next great read, and enjoy an afternoon of book shopping, craft beer, and live music with fellow book lovers at Waterline. DJ RizzyBeats playing 1-4 PM.

Live Music W/ Blarney Brouges
Spend your Sunday afternoon at Waterline with The Blarney Brogues! Grab a cold craft beer, kick back under the bridge, and enjoy an afternoon of lively Irish tunes and good company.
Sunday, September 20 | Live Music 3–5 PM

Sparks Fitness Class
Join us for a one hour, all-levels fitness class at Waterline Brewing! This bodyweight workout is designed for every athletic level, so whether you’re a fitness regular or just looking to get moving, everyone is welcome. Stick around after class to grab a beer or soda and mingle with your fellow classmates.
Wednesday, September 23 | 4:30 PM | Tickets: $5
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

No Water No Beer Fundraiser
No water, no beer. It really is that simple. Every pint poured in North Carolina starts with clean, reliable water, and the people who make that happen are the water professionals in this room. Join NC One Water at Waterline Brewing for an evening of craft beer, light bites, and good conversation. Your ticket includes a drink ticket and light bites, and the Surfrider Cape Fear Chapter will be on site, working to protect coastal water quality across the Carolinas.A raffle and silent auction will be held on site, with all proceeds going to support the cause. Bring a colleague, bring a friend, and raise a glass to the water that makes it all possible.
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

The Wailers Concert
Experience a piece of reggae history live at Waterline as The Wailers celebrate the 50th anniversary of Bob Marley & The Wailers’ iconic Rastaman Vibration album. 50 Years of Positive Vibrations honors the music and legacy that helped shape reggae worldwide, featuring selections from the landmark album alongside the timeless Bob Marley & The Wailers classics that have united generations of fans. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the legendary sound of The Wailers live under the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge.
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

THRU Yoga
Start your Saturday with movement! Join THRU Yoga for a 45-minute, all-levels Yoga Sculpt class led by Instructor Mikayla, followed by a relaxing afternoon at Waterline Brewing. Stay tuned for more details and ticket information!

Taproom Closing Early at 6PM due to a Private Event.
The taproom will be closing early on September 26th at 6PM for a Private Event. We will be open from 12 PM - 6 PM.

The Strange & Unusual Market w/ Delia Stanley Duo
Embrace the weird and wander through The Strange & Unusual Market, presented by Weird & Wicked Events! Spend the afternoon shopping an eclectic mix of vendors, oddities, and unique finds, with eats from Kimchi Taco and Smash N Dash throughout the day.
Sunday, September 27 | Market 12–4 PM | Live Music at 4 PM

Salsa for Colombia
Join Waterline Brewing and RizzyBeats for Salsa for Colombia, a special fundraising event supporting communities impacted by the devastating August earthquake in Colombia. In honor of the people of Colombia—and Cali, known as the “Salsa Capital of the World”—we’re coming together for an evening celebrating Colombian culture through music and community. RizzyBeats will be spinning an all-vinyl salsa DJ set featuring Colombian salsa records from 5–8 PM. Proceeds from the event will benefit World Central Kitchen and their efforts to provide meals and support to communities in need. Come dance, raise a glass, and help us show up for a community that needs it.

Girls Night Out!
Girls Night Out is getting spooky! Join us for an evening of sipping, shopping, crafting, and all the fall girl vibes. This month, enjoy FREE pumpkin painting with all materials provided, plus local vendors, Fairy Hair for All, Aperol Spritzes, rom-coms, and Smash N Dash. Grab your girls and spend your Wednesday night at Waterline!