The best things to do in Leland

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Compass Pointe Golf Club is an 18-hole Rick Robbins design known as one of the most challenging yet enjoyable tracks in the Wilmington…

2405 The Pointe Club Dr

Compass Pointe Golf Club is an 18-hole Rick Robbins design known as one of the most challenging yet enjoyable tracks in the Wilmington area, stretching 7,228 yards with large undulating greens. Private, member-focused golf with quality practice space when you’re chasing that next personal best.

From the Leland newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Thalian Hall Cinema

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Thalian Hall Cinema keeps Wilmington cinephiles fed with a steady stream of first-run indies, foreign gems, docs, and a cult/vintage series…

310 Chestnut St (Wilmington) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Thalian Hall Cinema keeps Wilmington cinephiles fed with a steady stream of first-run indies, foreign gems, docs, and a cult/vintage series inside a legit 1858 landmark. On deck this week, catch Reading Lolita in Tehran Aug 3-7 or Rose of Nevada Aug 3-9, with Little Shop of Horrors celebrating 40 years Aug 6-8.

From the Leland newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Good Lie

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Good Lie mixes mini golf with a neighborhood sports bar vibe, so you can watch the game, play your own, and refuel with drinks and pizza.…

603 Castle St (Wilmington)

Good Lie mixes mini golf with a neighborhood sports bar vibe, so you can watch the game, play your own, and refuel with drinks and pizza. Leland folks will appreciate the easy hang, league play, and the perfect excuse for friendly bragging rights with every putt.

From the Leland newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Bakery 105

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The brick-and-ivy charm at Bakery 105 brings instant wow, and their 128 South team handles full-service catering so you can focus on the…

105 Orange St (Wilmington)

The brick-and-ivy charm at Bakery 105 brings instant wow, and their 128 South team handles full-service catering so you can focus on the fun. If a wedding or milestone is on your horizon, check it out this week... the indoor space plus garden courtyard keeps the flow easy and the photos dreamy.

From the Leland newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Founded in 1896, Cape Fear Country Club brings Donald Ross pedigree to your week with a course that hosted the PGA Tour’s Azalea Open, plus…

1518 Country Club Rd (Wilmington) · ✓ checked Aug 13

Founded in 1896, Cape Fear Country Club brings Donald Ross pedigree to your week with a course that hosted the PGA Tour’s Azalea Open, plus lively tennis, standout dining, and socials that make weeknights feel like events. If you’re a member, grab a tee time or hit the courts, and actually use those dues.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 21, 2026

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After Work Golf Club is a social golf club built for people who love the game and still punch a clock. Expect casual community vibes, a…

4301 Deer Creek Ln (Wilmington) · ✓ checked Sep 18

After Work Golf Club is a social golf club built for people who love the game and still punch a clock. Expect casual community vibes, a Summer League to keep you swinging, and Drop'n Birdies gear for when you actually start dropping them.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Cape Fear National Golf Course at Brunswick Forest delivers award-winning, 18-hole championship golf in stunning Carolina scenery with a…

1281 Cape Fear National Dr

Cape Fear National Golf Course at Brunswick Forest delivers award-winning, 18-hole championship golf in stunning Carolina scenery with a friendly member scene for Brunswick Forest residents and nearby neighbors.

From the Brunswick County newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Whether you’re sneaking in nine after work or making it a full Saturday, Magnolia Greens Golf Course has 27 well-kept holes, public tee…

1800 Tommy Jacobs Dr · ✓ checked Sep 12

Whether you’re sneaking in nine after work or making it a full Saturday, Magnolia Greens Golf Course has 27 well-kept holes, public tee times, and a lively calendar of community events. They’ve even hosted PGA and USGA qualifiers, so your tee shot will have good company.

From the Brunswick County newsletter, September 17, 2026

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If you live in the neighborhood, Magnolia Greens Recreation Center is your all-in-one reset button with indoor and outdoor pools for quick…

138 Bentgreen Dr · ✓ checked Aug 17

If you live in the neighborhood, Magnolia Greens Recreation Center is your all-in-one reset button with indoor and outdoor pools for quick laps or kid energy burns, a real-deal fitness center, plus an active calendar of clubs and socials. Heads up, the Craft Fair is slated for October 17, 2026.

From the Brunswick County newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Whether your crew is into spellcasting, ancient mysteries, or creepy carnivals, Game Over Escape Room Wilmington serves up cinematic,…

224 N Front St (Wilmington) · ✓ checked Sep 18

Whether your crew is into spellcasting, ancient mysteries, or creepy carnivals, Game Over Escape Room Wilmington serves up cinematic, hi-tech rooms with movie-quality props that pull you in.

From the Leland newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Because your group chat needs a win, The Escape Ventures Wilmington (formerly Exit Games) throws you into movie-quality sets with puzzles…

118 Princess St (Wilmington)

Because your group chat needs a win, The Escape Ventures Wilmington (formerly Exit Games) throws you into movie-quality sets with puzzles where you tidy a chaos-ridden dorm, wrangle a blackout motel, or survive a tattoo apprenticeship.

From the Leland newsletter, August 23, 2026

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MC Events and Entertainment brings pro DJs, lively hosting, photobooths including a 360-degree setup, and party rentals that turn…

6461 Lucerna Pl

MC Events and Entertainment brings pro DJs, lively hosting, photobooths including a 360-degree setup, and party rentals that turn gatherings into actual parties. Weddings, school dances, corporate shindigs, backyard milestones, they run the fun so you can enjoy your own event this week.

From the Brunswick County newsletter, August 20, 2026

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