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Bowstring - Bar & Live Music Venue

1002 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA · (910) 407-1080

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Hours: Monday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Trivia Tuesday
December 15, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Trivia Tuesday
January 19, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Trivia Tuesday
December 29, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Wim Tapley & The Cannons + Tobacco Road
December 4, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85155>https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85155</a></strong> <em>ABOUT WIM TAPLEY &amp; THE CANNONS:</em> Based in Athens, Georgia, Wim Tapley came of age playing shows in Washington D.C. where he honed his voice with the passion of a born troubadour. Since 2021, Wim and his live band The Cannons have called Athens home. His first week in Georgia, he made...
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The White Loafers
November 27, 7pm–10pm
<strong>FREE SHOW - NO COVER!</strong> The White Loafers' story began in 2012 with a simple backyard party in Wilmington, NC. Since then, this four-piece band has become a fixture in the Cape Fear music scene, bringing their raw, energetic garage-band vibe to bars and local festivals. Featuring music from Nirvana, Tom Petty, The Killers, The Rolling Stones, Radiohead, REM, The Cure &amp; so much more!
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Trivia Tuesday
November 24, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Trivia Tuesday
December 1, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Back to the Start: A Tribute to Coldplay
January 2, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85274>https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85274</a></strong> Back To The Start is a tribute to the music and spirit of Coldplay, delivering a dynamic, emotional live experience that connects with audiences of all ages. Each performance blends powerful musicianship with immersive lighting and optional synced visuals, creating the intimate moments and soari...
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Hardwired: A Tribute to Metallica
December 19, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85263>https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85263</a></strong> Hardwired is a premier Metallica Tribute based in Tampa, FL. Getting their start in late 2020, the band, in no time has become a household name in the Tribute World. Hardwired began playing shows in the Sunshine State and quickly began branching out. Playing renowned venues in several States like t...
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A Farewell to Kings: Tribute to Rush
November 21, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/el950y3nj2/a-farewell-to-kings-rush-tribute>https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/el950y3nj2/a-farewell-to-kings-rush-tribute</a></strong> New Jersey’s A Farewell to Kings (AF2K) is an electrifying tribute to the legendary Holy Triumvirate of Rush. Armed with top-caliber gear and an obsessive attention to detail, their powerhouse lineup—Zack James (Vocals), Aaron Leone (Guitar), Adam Cyran (Ba...
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Big Shrimp: Visions Album Release Tour 2027
January 31, 6pm–9pm
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Trivia Tuesday
February 2, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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The Wallabies - Fudge After Party
November 14, 10pm–11:30pm
<strong>FREE SHOW - NO COVER</strong> <span style=font-weight: 400;>The Wallabies are an indie &amp; alternative rock band out of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The members are Grant Hutchison (Vocals/Guitar), William Malone (Vocals/Lead Guitar), Kevin Pacas (Drums), Jude Saverino (Bass), and Ezra Heinberg (Keyboard). Forming in the Fall of 2024, they began actively playing in the Spring of 2025.</span>
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Trivia Tuesday
January 12, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Divorced Dad Rock Night: The Soundtrack of Separation
February 6, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85245>https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85245</a></strong> It’s time to celebrate that divorce! Mow the lawn, drink beer and hang out in the garage… or maybe thats what dad did and is why you know these songs. It’s a white tank top, new balance shoes kind of show. DON’T TELL MY EX WIFE… I am going out to celebrate and drink with my buddies at DIVORCE...
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Dark Echoes: Pink Floyd Experience
January 9, 7pm–10pm
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NYE 2027 with Tell Me Lies: A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac
December 31 – January 1, 7pm–12:15am
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <a href=https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/nvjq3o1zxo><strong>https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/nvjq3o1zxo</strong></a> <strong>DOORS:</strong> 7PM | <strong>SHOW:</strong> 9PM-12:15AM Spend NYE 2027 with us! Ring in the New Year with Tell Me Lies: A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac. TELL ME LIES isn’t about pretending to be Fleetwood Mac—they are about celebrating the magic of their music with authenticity, energy, and respect. Their pe...
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Trivia Tuesday
December 8, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Thurston Howell: Premier Yacht Rock Spectacular
January 15, 7pm–10pm
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Rock The 90s: The Official 90's Rock Tribute
December 12, 7pm–10pm
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Trivia Tuesday
January 26, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Ax and the Hatchetmen: The Late Checkout Tour 2026 w/ The 4411
December 8, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://whollyticket.com/e/axandthehatchetmenwilm>https://whollyticket.com/e/axandthehatchetmenwilm</a></strong> Check out was hours ago, but Ax and the Hatchetmen aren’t leaving. The indie rock six piece, fronted by Axel Ellis, hit the road this fall for the “Late Check Out Tour” — a coast to coast run bringing their sunburnt guitars and jangly tunes to the masses. What started in high school hallways outside Chicago has grown into a b...
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Trivia Tuesday
December 22, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Trivia Tuesday
January 5, 7:30pm–9:30pm
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Fudge w/ Skiff & Figure 8
November 14, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85146>https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85146</a></strong> There’s something in Wilmington’s water supply and it’s not just the forever chemicals. Self-belief, optimism, and a desire for individuality all trickle into the music of coastal North Carolina indie rock band Fudge. Influenced by the anthemic bands of the past, the group hits the sweet spot of un...
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John Morgan w/ Chris Ryan
November 13, 7pm–10pm
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Wannabe: A Spice Girls Tribute
January 16, 7pm–10pm
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Afroman
December 17, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85266>https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85266</a></strong> Afroman is more than just a rapper—he's an experience. Best known for his 2001 smash hit Because I Got High, Afroman carved out a unique space in the hip-hop world by blending comedy, storytelling, and an unapologetic, laid-back attitude with his music. His blend of humor and raw, real-life comment...
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The Broken Hearts: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Tribute
December 5, 7pm–10pm
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Trivia Tuesday
February 9, 7:30pm–9:30pm
Every Tuesday Join us weekly on Tuesdays for Trivia with Meeser Eddie. Test your knowledge in various categories &amp; win prizes weekly! Trivia kicks off at 7:30pm. Free to play!
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The Warped Band: The Official Tribute to Warped Tour
January 22, 7pm–10pm
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Urgent: A Tribute to Foreigner
November 28, 7pm–10pm
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UNCW Department of Music's Pop Rock Final Showcase
December 3, 7pm–10pm
<strong>FREE EVENT - NO COVER - 7PM</strong> <span data-olk-copy-source=MessageBody>Three bands, one class. Come see UNCW Department of Music's Pop Rock Ensemble in their Final Showcase at Bowstring! Each band formed at the beginning of the semester and are now ready to show YOU what they've got with songs by The Grateful Dead, Olivia Rodrigo, Fleetwood Mac, The Cranberries and many more! Join Brainstorm, Fire Truck Pit Stop, and Slow Motion on December 3rd at 7pm for a FREE night of great...
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Hunter Flynn: Back To My Roots Tour w/ Peytan Porter
November 20, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE:</strong> <strong><a href=https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85113>https://whollyticket.com/paymentpage/payment.php?event_id=85113</a></strong> Hunter Flynn is a native to the Bluegrass state, born and raised in Pulaski County, Kentucky. He's a self-taught musician whose first public performance came in early 2022. Since then, the singer/songwriter has gained national recognition as one of Appalachia's most promising young artists. In an a...
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The Nashville Nights Band: The Ultimate 90's Country Experience
December 30, 7pm–10pm
<strong>BUY TICKETS HERE: <a href=https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/1qjwwwroj7/preview>https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/1qjwwwroj7/preview</a></strong> Get ready to relive the greatest decade in country music with The Nashville Nights Band — the nation’s premier tribute to 90s country. From the first fiddle riff to the last boot-stompin’ encore, we bring the iconic sounds of Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Brooks &amp; Dunn, and more to life in a high-energy concert that’ll h...
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Trivia Tuesday
November 17, 7:30pm–9:30pm
Every Tuesday Join us weekly on Tuesdays for Trivia with Meeser Eddie. Test your knowledge in various categories &amp; win prizes weekly! Trivia kicks off at 7:30pm. Free to play!
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Nirvani: A Nirvana Tribute Experience
November 19, 7pm–10pm
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