Geeks & Freaks ILM Market

08/10/2026

07/25/2026

🌊 Weather tried to crash the party... but we bit back. 🦈

Blood in the Water(line) is officially moving indoors due to stormy weather! Same weird vendors, same sharky shenanigans, same themed drinks, just with a roof over our heads. Come hang out with the Wilmington Sharks mascot, Sharky, shop 20 incredible vendors, and have a jaw-some time.

Party starts at 4 PM with DJ Stowe providing musical entertainment starting at 6 PM.

See you TOMORROW - JULY 25th - From 4pm-8pm at Waterline Brewing Company! 🩸

06/28/2026

06/22/2026

✨ "I want you to reject anyone or anything that’s ever made you feel like you don’t belong, or don’t fit in." ✨

We should always listen to Mother Monster. 👑 You were born this way, and that is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! 🌈

🎉​We are celebrating that beautiful, authentic energy at the Love Wins Fest! We are less than a week away, so clear your schedule and come celebrate with us. 🙌

​🗓️ Sunday, June 28th
⏰ 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Waterline Brewing Company - 721 Surry St. Wilmington, NC 28401

​THE LINEUP:

🎸 Entertainment: Live vibes featuring the incredible simple_plan_b (and much more!).

🍔 Eats & Drinks: Grab a bite and a drink from an amazing lineup: Smash N Dash | Wilmington, NC Food Truck | Kimchi Taco | The Botanical Market Collective | HalfCupConfections | BellaMae & Co | Piper's Pops | Jeremiah's Italian Ice 🍦 | Waterline Brewing Company

🛍️ Shop Local: Over 40+ incredible local vendors from the LGBTQIA+ community and allies!

👩🏼‍🎤 Get your face painted by bounceandbrushpr!! 👩🏼‍🎨

🩷🧡💛💚🩵 Oh, did I mention the tie dye bar by Black Sheep Does Stuff? You can buy your very own Love Wins Fest t-shirt to tie dye, while supplies last! 💙💜🤎🖤🤍

Let’s celebrate love, community, and each other! Tag your Festival Crew in the comments. And we'll see you there!!! 🏳️‍🌈

Part of all vendor fees collected are being donated to the LGBTQ Center of the Cape Fear.

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05/13/2026

🏳️‍🌈 CELEBRATE PRIDE MONTH AT WATERLINE! 🏳️‍🌈

The secret is out! We are thrilled to announce a brand-new, high-energy addition to our June lineup: Love Wins Fest! This Pride Month, we are turning up the color and the community spirit at Waterline Brewing Co. for a celebration like no other. We’re bringing together the most talented creators in the region for a day of shopping, local brews, and pure joy. Whether you’re coming for the art, the atmosphere, or the community, this is the event where everyone belongs. Come help us show that love always wins!

📣 VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!
We are looking for incredible makers to fill the brewery with talent! By joining us, you’re also helping us give back: a portion of every vendor fee will be donated directly to the LGBTQ Center of the Cape Fear Coast to support the vital work they do for our local community.

This market is intentionally centered on uplifting LGBTQIA+ artists, makers, and vendors. We strongly encourage LGBTQIA+ individuals to apply. Allies are also welcome, provided they are committed to fostering an affirming, respectful, and inclusive space for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Event Details:
📅 Date: June 28th, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Waterline Brewing Co. 721 Surry St. Wilmington, NC

Apply Now:
Ready to join the lineup? Head to the link in our bio or go to https://form.jotform.com/261168291698167 to submit your application.

Let’s make this Pride Month unforgettable!

05/06/2026

📢BIG NEWS ALERT! 🚨

Something new is officially in the works! We’ve just added a brand-new, special-edition date to our Geeks & Freaks ILM Market lineup at , and we are absolutely buzzing with excitement. 🤫✨

We’re keeping the details under wraps for just a little bit longer, but trust us you’re going to want to clear your schedule for this one! It’s going to be a celebration you won't want to miss!

Can you guess what theme we’re bringing to the brewery this time? Drop your best guesses in the comments! 👇

Stay tuned to this page for the big reveal and vendor application details coming soon!

05/03/2026

🌌The Outer Rim Just Got Bigger!📚

Attention all travelers, Jedi, and bibliophiles! Our coordinates have shifted for an even larger sector-wide event. The May the 3rd Be With You Market has officially joined forces with ’s Book Fair for a massive takeover at !

We are opening the docking bays EARLY to accommodate the extra cargo. Set your chronometers, we are now live starting at 12 PM!

Updated Intel:
📅 When: TODAY, Sunday, May 3rd
🕛 New Time: 12 PM – 6 PM
📍 Location: Waterline Brewing Co. (721 Surry St, Wilmington, NC)
✨ Admission: Free for all lifeforms!

Whether you’re hunting for rare geeky artifacts, handmade treasures or your next great galactic read, this is the premier outpost in the sector. Grab a local brew, browse the stalls, and dive into a mountain of books.

The marketplace is open at noon. May the Force be with you! ⚔️📖🛸

04/13/2026

🌊 JUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT IT WAS SAFE TO GO BACK TO THE BREWERY... 🌊

Geeks & Freaks ILM Market presents Blood in the Water(line): Fear the Fin Market! We are taking a deep dive into the abyss to celebrate sharks, ancient sea monsters, and all the terrifying myths that lurk beneath the waves.

From legendary krakens to predatory Great Whites, come explore a curated marketplace of treasures inspired by the terrors of the deep. It’s going to be a feeding frenzy of art, crafts, and geeky finds that you won't see anywhere else on dry land!

🦈 Blood in the Water(line): Fear the Fin Market
🗓️ Date: Saturday, July 25th, 2026
🕓 Time: 4 PM – 8 PM
📍 Location: Waterline Brewing Co. (721 Surry St, Wilmington, NC)

MERCHANTS OF THE ABYSS: VENDORS WANTED! 📢

Do you create art or goods inspired by the deep blue? Whether your work features sharks, mythical sea monsters, or nautical nightmares, we want you to join our school! We’re looking for unique creators to fill our stalls for this massive summer event, but you better hurry, because we’re gonna need a bigger boat for all this talent!

Don't let the ship sail without you, apply at the link below or in the description:
🔗 https://form.jotform.com/261016325774152

DISCLAIMER: We promise it’s perfectly safe to enter the brewery! Despite the name, there is no actual blood in the water at Waterline, just the same great drinks and legendary vibes. No life jackets required!