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Wilmington Moontime Market: Widespread Panic Pre-Party
Moontime Market is coming to Wilmington! Join us on Saturday, September 19 from 12pm-5pm for an day of shopping, art, makers, live music, cold drinks, good vibes, giving back, and the Panic community.
Live Music:
Strictly Liquid blends psychedelic rock, blues, jazz, and funk into extended improvisational journeys and original songs.
Non-Profit:
Home Team FM is an online radio station and fan community supporting music, arts, and connection while preserving musical legacies and inspiring the next generation.
Vendors:
Drifter Merch, HoneyCreekPottery, Soul Shaking Life Shop, Hollywood Dyes, Mama's Minis, Yard Sale, Reba's Dancing Dyes, Sharpe Merch, Grateful Seams, End 1 Designs, Home Team Graphics, Zosh Gift Shop, Toadstool Dyes , The Stono Soul, T. Shaw Designs, Library Street Productions, Type 2 Designs, Dust & Sunshine, Blue Skies Merch, FoleyArts, Dyer on the Mountain, Solutions, Marvels Hide, Ain't Yarn Grand, Fennario Thunder, Miss Brown’s Tee House, Sew Far Out, Home Team Holistic Co., Knot Ya Mamas Creations, Harvest Ganong, KittenKvltBenny and The Cannabus
Food:
Cape Fear Smash Burgers
Cugino Forno
Drinks:
-20 unique taps of Hi-Wire beer (flagships, seasonals, specialties, sour & wild ales)
-Draft Cocktails, Well Drinks, Liquor Slushies, Wine, and Cider
-Non-alcoholic and THC options including N/A Beer, Mocktails, and Hi-Wire’s Hi-Jinks THC-Infused Sparkling Water
Bring your friends, grab your shopping bag, and come boogie down with us while making a difference in the community!
Moontime Markets: Widespread Panic Pre-Parties Planned
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the Moontime Markets make their way to four iconic cities: Nashville, Charleston, Asheville and Richmond! These vibrant markets are more than just a place to shop but also a full-on celebration of music, art, and community, bringing together incredible vendors, live music, delicious food, and one-of-a-kind finds. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Moontime Markets for the first time, you won’t want to miss these high-energy events leading up to Panic’s shows!
📍 Nashville: April 26th from 12-5pm at New Heights Brewing
📍 Charleston: May 17th from 12-6pm at New Realm Brewing
📍 Asheville: July 26th from 12-5pm at The Grey Eagle at Hatch Amphitheater
📍Richmond, September 14th from 12-4:30 at Main Line Brewing
Each Moontime Market is a pre-show gathering designed to get you in the festival spirit before Widespread Panic takes the stage. Expect a curated selection of 25-40 artisan vendors offering everything from handcrafted jewelry and lot tees to unique art pieces and specialty goods. It’s the perfect chance to shop small, discover local talent, and pick up exclusive items you won’t find anywhere else.
Of course, no Moontime Market is complete without live music! Each event will feature talented bands, setting the tone with a mix of jam, rock, and funk vibes. Pair that with an exclusive beer releases at select locations, food trucks serving up tasty eats, and even a cannabis bus in Nashville for those looking to explore alternative wellness options.
More than just a place to shop, Moontime Markets are a hub for music lovers, creatives, and the Widespread Panic community. Whether you’re grabbing cool finds, supporting small businesses or just soaking in the good vibes before the show, this is the ultimate way to elevate your concert experience.
Learn more and listen to our interview on the True Conversation podcast.