Breweries in Wilmington, NC
Wilmington has 14 open breweries and brewpubs, 5 of them brewpubs with food, and 1 more on the way. Here's every one we know about, with addresses, events and specials.
- Bill's Brewing Co.
- Bill's Front Porch Pub and Brewery
- Broomtail Craft Brewery
- Edward Teach Brewing
- Flytrap Brewing
- Front Street Brewery
- Ironclad Brewery
- Mad Mole Brewing LLC
- Oden Brewing Company — Wilmington
- Tek Mountain Brewing
- Waterline Brewing Co.
- Waterman's Brewing Co
- Wilmington Brewing Company
- Wrightsville Beach Brewery
- Flying Machine Brewing Company
Bottle shops, tours & more
Events in Wilmington
- Feb27Sat
Cape Fear Hooley
Sat, Feb 27 · Waterline Brewing Co. · Wilmington, NCAn outdoor Irish-themed festival with food, music and drinks at Waterline's riverfront brewery.
- Mar13Sat
Wilmington Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival
Sat, Mar 13, 12 PM · Live Oak Bank Pavilion · Wilmington, NCUnlimited sampling of 60+ beers and 40+ bourbons, whole-hog barbecue, seminars and live music. VIP at noon, general admission at 2 pm.
- Mar20Sat
Blooms & Brews
Sat, Mar 20 · Wilmington (venue TBA) · Wilmington, NCA spring community market pairing local flowers with beer and food vendors.
Questions people ask
How many breweries are in Wilmington, NC?
We list 14 open breweries and brewpubs in Wilmington, plus 1 in planning, as of October 2026.
Which Wilmington breweries serve food?
These are brewpubs with kitchens on site: Bill's Brewing Co., Bill's Front Porch Pub and Brewery, Front Street Brewery, Waterman's Brewing Co, Wrightsville Beach Brewery. Many other breweries host food trucks.
Are any new breweries opening in Wilmington?
In planning: Flying Machine Brewing Company.
What other beer towns are near Wilmington?
Myrtle Beach, Morehead City, New Bern, Fayetteville, Greenville.