The Arts Council of Wilmington, in association with the Harrelson Center, is pleased to bring Make
Music Day back to Wilmington, Saturday, June 21, 2025. The one-day event is a global celebration of music-making in over 1000 cities around the world on the longest day of the year.

Any Wilmington venue that hosts free music performances on Saturday, June 21st, can register their event at wilmington.makemusicday.org/. All events must be free and open to the public.

Singers, musicians, bands or choirs of any age or skill level can participate.

Sign up here: wilmington.makemusicday.org/

The Arts Council will be centered at the Harrelson Center (20 N. 4th St.) and its adjoining venue, Plaza on Princess (at 4th and Princess Streets). The celebration will feature two sound stages and an Inspiration Station, with live performances and activities running from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

The Arts Council welcomes singers, musicians, bands or choirs of any age or skill level,. Sign up here: wilmington.makemusicday.org/

Imagine a day where free, live music is everywhere: street corners, parks, rooftops, gardens, or
storefronts.

https://wilmington.makemusicday.org

Support

If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, contact the Arts Council of Wilmington at wilmington@makemusicday.org or by phone at 910-343-0998.

Where:

The Harrelson Center and Plaza on Princess: 4th and Princess Streets, downtown Wilmington

WHEN:

Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Where did the idea come from?

Make Music began in France as Fête de la Musique, a national musical holiday inaugurated in 1982. Ever since, the festival has become an international phenomenon, celebrated on the same day in more than 120 countries, including Australia, Brazil, China, Italy, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom. The name Make Music comes from the French Fête (or Faites) de la musique, which means both “festival of music” and “make music!”

Who can participate?

Anyone and everyone. Amateurs, part-time professionals, and established artists are all welcome.

Make Music cities use a “matchmaking” platform that allows you to register your own concert, or to collaborate on a Make Music event with local musicians and venues that fit your tastes. 

Coming soon.

Get in touch with us at wilmington@makemusicday.org