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Wilmington, N.C. Historic River District and Island Beaches
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Lumina Daze Celebration Honors Wrightsville Beach’s Heritage & Timelessness
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Enjoy a Nostalgic Evening of Wholesome Fun at 18th Annual Lumina Daze Celebration
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Wrightsville Beach, NC – August 2014 / Newsmaker Alert / What makes a great beach town? National Geographic Traveler contributor Bruce Schoenfeld recently wrote that a great beach town—in addition to being clean, picturesque and spacious—should be “timeless.” He went on to recognize Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina in his roundup of “Last Best American Beach Towns” (National Geographic Traveler, June/July 2014).

Though Wrightsville Beach has seen many changes over the past 100-plus years, it remains an idyllic beach town where vacationers can still enjoy nature’s beauty and life’s simple pleasures. This is cause for celebration for residents and visitors who relish Wrightsville’s easy island vibe. Each year in late August during its annual Lumina Daze Celebration, Wrightsville Beach honors its timelessness by recalling days-gone-by. On Sunday, August 24th, a nostalgic evening of wholesome fun is in store for those who attend the 18th Lumina Daze Celebration at Blockade Runner Resort (275 Waynick Blvd., Wrightsville Beach). The evening’s festivities will transport attendees back in time with historical displays, presentations, music, dancing, food and beverages.
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Lumina Daze Celebration Honors Wrightsville Beach’s Heritage & Timelessness
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Lumina Daze is reminiscent of Wrightsville Beach during a time when famous big band musicians such as Guy Lombardo, Cab Calloway and Tommy Dorsey performed at the legendary Lumina Pavilion, an island landmark for 68 years until it was torn down in 1973. To help set the mood, three bands will provide live music: The Wilmington Big Band orchestra (swing), The Imitations (beach music classics), and The Dixieland All-Stars (jazz). As in years past, a silent auction and a live auction will benefit the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History. Auction items include an assortment of fine art, services, and specialties from local businesses. Wrightsville Beach Museum’s book on the history of the beach, Tide and Time, will be available for purchase.

Want to go? The 18th Annual Lumina Daze Celebration takes place on Sunday, August 24 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Blockade Runner Resort, which marks its 50th anniversary this year. Arrive a few days early so you can enjoy the weekend relaxing on the beach, splashing in the surf, paddling the marshlands, fishing off the pier, catching waves, beachcombing and savoring fresh seafood. As Sunday evening approaches visitors are invited to join in the celebration of Wrightsville Beach’s heritage with old-fashioned fun. Tickets ($15 each) are available at the door during the event, or in advance at the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History (303 W. Salisbury Street, Wrightsville Beach), and online at www.wbmuseum.com. For more information call 910-256-2569 or email wbmuseum@bizec.rr.com. Proceeds benefit the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History.

Lumina Daze is a fine example of the unique events that celebrate the history and culture of Wilmington, North Carolina’s historic river district and the island beaches of Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Wrightsville Beach. A complete Event Calendar and information about accommodations and area attractions is available online at www.GoWilmingtonAndBeaches.com. For a free Official Visitors Guide, please call 866-266-9690 or email visit@wilmingtonandbeaches.com.

Media Contact:
Wilmington and Beaches Convention & Visitors Bureau
Connie Nelson
Communications/PR Director
910-332-8751
866-266-9690 ext. 120
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The New Hanover County Tourism Development Authority d/b/a Wilmington and Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau is the official destination marketing organization of New Hanover County, North Carolina that stimulates economic development through the promotion of travel and tourism.

Wilmington and Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau

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