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Frequently asked questions
Craft Fair related questions and Applications
For all Craft Fair questions and Applications, please email:
Thewomanofwilmington@gmail.com (Thewomanofwilmington@gmail.com)
More information about Sensory Hour?
Please see our Sensory Hour Information Page for more information, and Registration Information.
How do I become a Sponsor?
Sponsorship Forms are available for download on our Sponsorship, Parade & Vendor Page! Please email the completed forms, or any additional questions to catfishdays@gmail.com
Are you still accepting Parade Applications?
We will be accepting 2026 Catfish Days Parade applications until Monday, July 20th of 2026.
You can download your Parade Application at our Sponsorship, Parade & Vendors Page.
Is there a Fee to be a part of the Catfish Days Parade?
Parade Entries are free, with the exception of Political Entries.
Please visit our Sponsorships, Parade & Vendors Page to download your Parade Application Form. You can email completed Parade Forms to wilmingtoncatfishdaysparade@gmail.com
Are Carnival Wristbands available?
2026 Catfish Days Carnival Wristbands will be available for purchase:
Thursday, July 23rd from 6PM to 10PM
AND Sunday, July 26th from 1PM to 6PM
Is there a pre-sale for Carnival Wristbands?
At this time, there are no pre-sale wristbands available for the 2026 Catfish Days Carnival. You may purchase your wristbands at the Carnival Ticket booth on Thursday, July 23rd AND/OR Sunday, July 26th.
Is a Shuttle Bus available?
Yes- Shuttle Bus services are available. Please see our Schedule of Events page for Parking and Shuttle Bus information.
Where can I find Medallion Hunt clues?
Medallion Hunt clues will be posted on the Catfish Days Facebook Page.
Clues will be posted virtually at 9AM Thursday (July 23rd), Friday (July 24th) & Saturday (July 25th).
When do the Fireworks start?
Our Firework's show will begin Friday, July 24th at 9:30PM on the North Island.
When does the Laser Light Show begin?
The Laser Light Show will begin at 9:30PM on Saturday, July 25th on Wilmington's North Island.
Show is acceptable for ALL ages.
Are dogs allowed at Catfish Days?
Yes- Dogs are allowed to be on the Wilmington North Island!
All pets must be leashed. Please be conscious of other attendees, and please pick up after your pets.
Are you selling 2026 Catfish Day's T-Shirts?
Yes- Catfish Days T-Shirts will be sold at a booth on Wilmington's North Island all weekend long (while supplies last!)
Skinner's Pet Parade Information?
More information is available through Kirsten with Wilmington Park district via email at kvanduyne@islandparkdistrict.com
What Free Events are offered on the North Island?
We are excited to offer FREE events on Wilmington's North Island all weekend long! Please see our Schedule of Events page for lists of free events for each day.
Information about Mud Volleyball?
For more information on Mud Volleyball, please stay posted to find out while we search for who will be hosting it!
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