Get ready for laser tag like you’ve never seen before.
Battlefield Live Wilmington is taking over the Battleship Park Saturday for a day of locked and loaded fun.
Geared toward gamers and thrill seekers–and inspired by popular video games such as “Halo 2” and “Counter Strike”–Battlefield Live is a live combat simulation, complete with barricades that draw players into a three-dimensional combat adventure.
“Weapons” for the game employ a harmless infrared beam, akin to a television remote, that tags sensors worn by players.
Children must be at least seven years old to play, but adults of any age are welcome.
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and admission is $7 to $10.
In the mood for something a little more mellow? No matter your mood, we’ve got you covered in our weekly arts and entertainment roundup.
Most of the items listed below can be found on The Scene, our free community events calendar.
Music
The Sounds of Summer Concert Series at Wrightsville Beach Park continues at 6:30 p.m. tonight with dance band Heart and Soul. Picnics, lawn chairs and blankets are welcome, and admission is free. Click here for details.
Brother-sister duo Bub and Morgan White play Sweet n Savory Pub tonight (Thursday) beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is free.
The Casserole Duo performs live every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Lazy Pirate Island Sports Grill in Carolina Beach. Admission is free.
Punk-pop outfit Plain White T’s takes the Ziggy’s By The Sea stage tonight. Jesse Stockton is the opening act. Tickets are $25. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show gets underway at 8.
The Odds N Ends Tour comes to Bourgie Nights at 8 p.m. tonight. The tour features rock and rap from geek acts Bit Brigade, Random aka Mega Ran, D&D Sluggers and SkyBlew. Bit Brigade will perform a full run-through of “The Legend of Zelda.” Tickets are $8 at the door. This show is for ages 18 and up.
Legendary performers Mario & The Shakers play a free concert at the Sweet N Savory Pub at 6 p.m. Friday. Mario and his band have opened for Bruce Springsteen, B.B. King, Sly & the Family Stone, among others.
Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band Funky Monks performs at the Downtown Sundown Concert Series at Riverfront Park at 6 p.m. Friday. Jam Sandwish is the opening act. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. No outside beverages, dogs or coolers are allowed. Click here for details.
98.3 The Penguin presents Americana singer-songwriter Hayes Carll in concert, with Travis Linville, Friday at Ziggy’s By The Sea. Tickets are $14 in advance and $17 the day of the show. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 9.
Overtyme performs for free at 5 p.m. Saturday at the Sweet N Savory Pub.
Jam band moe. performs at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater at 6 p.m. Saturday. The concert is presented by 98.3 The Penguin. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 the day of the show.
Reggae hip hop artist Collie Buddz performs with Elusive Groove Saturday at Ziggy’s By The Sea. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the show. VIP Suite and Gold Room reservations are available. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show gets underway at 9.
Astro Cowboy celebrates the release of its first full length album, “Hedonism Colosseum,” at 9 p.m. Saturday at Bourgie Nights. The band will give out 99 free copies of the album. Heyrocco and Free Clinic also perform. Admission is $5 ($8 for under 21).
Ellsworth, Leroy Moody and Temple5 take the Satellite Bar and Lounge stage at 10 p.m. Saturday to celebrate the newest collection of songs from Temple5, a seven-piece hip-hop band. Admission is free.
The Boogie in the Park concert series continues this Sunday with free live music from 5 to 8 p.m. at Kure Beach’s Ocean Front Park. Those attending should bring beach chairs or blankets.
Greenville guitarist and songwriter David Dixon plays a free show at 5 p.m. Sunday at Sweet N Savory Pub.
Fermental presents its weekly music series every Sunday in the beer garden, featuring a rotating cast of local jazz musicians performing an early evening acoustic set of originals and traditional styles. The event is free and gets started at 5 p.m.
Rock-reggae band Passafire plays Ziggy’s By The Sea Sunday. Medicated Sunfish is the opening act. Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 the day of the show. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 9.
Theater
Tony Award-winning play “Red” continues at 7:30 p.m. tonight at Red Barn Studio. Presented by Thalian Association, “Red” tells the story of a master abstract expressionist and his volatile relationship with his assistant. Shows continue at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and at 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $25.
The Browncoat Pub and Theatre presents a new work, “Forget About It,” by local actor Z.F. Mims, at 8 p.m. tonight. The show makes its downtown debut following a successful run on UNCW’s campus. Performances continue at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and at 5 p.m. Sunday. The play tells the story of a man who wakes up one morning and realizes he has forgotten the last seven months of his life. Tickets are $15.
TheatreNOW presents “The Gentleman Pirate,” a musical by local resident Zach Hanner about Stede Bonnet and his dealings with Blackbeard, Friday and Saturday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the performance begins at 7. Tickets are $24 to $38. Details and a dinner theater menu are available here.
Opera House Theatre Company presents the Broadway classic, “On the Town,” at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Thalian Hall. A matinee performance is set for 3 p.m. Sunday. The play tells the story of three sailors on 24-hour leave in New York City in 1944. Tickets are $27 and may be purchased here.
Cut Throat Freak Show comes to TheatreNOW at 10 p.m. Friday. The performance features stunts, music, fire-breathing, comedy and other acts of verbal and physical dexterity. Tickets are $15. Click here for more information.
Super Saturday Fun Time Kids’ Variety Show continues this Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. at TheatreNOW. The ongoing series features Captain Plunkett, Dock the Dog and the Dock Street Kids as they unravel mysteries tied to Wilmington’s history and local attractions in Scooby Doo-style. A new “episode” happens each week. Tickets are $8.
Hilary Snow is a reporter at Port City Daily. Reach her at (910) 772-6341 or [email protected].
