Wilmington Weekend Guide: Harvest Heritage Market, Quaker Homecoming and Fall Events Ahead

This Weekend: September 19-20

Clinton County Farmers Market: Harvest Heritage Market

The Harvest Heritage Market is the next themed market in the Clinton County Farmers Market late-season lineup. Local producers, artisans and community organizations set up on the Courthouse Square on Saturday morning.

• Date and time: Saturday, September 19, 8:30 a.m. to noon
• Location: Courthouse Square parking lot, 43 S. Walnut St., Wilmington
• Admission: No admission charge is listed; bring cash or card as individual vendors allow

The market runs Saturday mornings through mid-October, with themed dates including the Art Market with live music by Sean Poole "Buckin' Krazy" on September 26 and Closing Day on October 3.

Wilmington College Homecoming Weekend

Wilmington College celebrates homecoming under the theme "Take Me Home, Quaker Roads" on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19. Campus events run across both days, including homecoming traditions and the college's planned activities. Check the college's official schedule for parade, game and event times before heading out.

Coming Up: Late September

Tell Me Lies, the Fleetwood Mac Experience

The Murphy Theatre brings a Fleetwood Mac tribute to downtown Wilmington.

• Date and time: Saturday, September 26, 7:30 p.m.
• Location: The Murphy Theatre, 50 W. Main St., Wilmington
• Tickets: About $68, available through the venue's ticketing partners (AXS and The Murphy Theatre)

Art Market at the Clinton County Farmers Market

The farmers market hosts its Art Market on Saturday, September 26, from 8:30 a.m. to noon on the Courthouse Square, featuring local artists and a live performance by Sean Poole "Buckin' Krazy."

New Life Clinic 40th Anniversary Fall Fundraiser

New Life Clinic, a Wilmington nonprofit that supports local families, celebrates 40 years with a fall fundraiser on Tuesday, September 29, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Full location and event details are posted on the announcement linked below.

Plan Your Weekend

• Saturday morning: Harvest Heritage Market, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Courthouse Square, Wilmington
• Friday and Saturday: Wilmington College homecoming, "Take Me Home, Quaker Roads"
• Save the date: Tell Me Lies at The Murphy Theatre, September 26, 7:30 p.m.
• Save the date: Art Market on September 26 and Closing Day on October 3 at the Courthouse Square

A Note Before You Go

Event dates, times, locations and admission can change. Please confirm details with the event organizers before you head out. This guide was verified on September 18, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Clinton County Farmers Market open every Saturday?

The market runs Saturday mornings on the Courthouse Square through mid-October, with some Wednesday evening markets in season. Organizers post the current schedule through the Clinton County Farmers Market and the Wilmington-Clinton County Chamber of Commerce.

Where does the farmers market set up?

The market is held at the Courthouse Square parking lot at 43 S. Walnut St. in Wilmington.

What is playing at The Murphy Theatre this month?

After Tell Me Lies on September 26, the theatre hosts The Adventures of the Tortoise and the Hare on October 3 at 5:00 p.m. and Six One Five Collective on October 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available through the venue.

Sources and Links

• Wilmington News Journal, Clinton County upcoming events
• Wilmington News Journal, farmers market late-season lineup
• Wilmington News Journal, WC homecoming
• Wilmington-Clinton County Chamber of Commerce, farmers market event page
• The Murphy Theatre events on AXS
• Real Change Wilmington, New Life Clinic fundraiser announcement

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Event details may change. Check with the organizers before you head out, and enjoy the weekend in Wilmington.