Join us for the North Carolina Azalea Festival!!

Schedule of Events:

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Queen's Coronation

Kickoff Azalea Festival week with the Queen's Coronation! Queen Azalea is officially coronated, and our Invited Guests and local dignitaries are introduced!

Thursday, April 3, 2025

11:30 am: Celebrity Reception

Be one of the first to greet all the visiting Invited Guests and welcome them to this year's North Carolina Azalea Festival! The

Celebrity Reception is a private function for partners and sponsors of the Azalea Festival.

7:00 pm: Justin Moore Concert With Opening Act - Kameron Marlowe!

We are excited to announce Justin Moore for our 2025 NC Azalea Festival Thursday Night Concert! Multi-PLATINUM hitmaker Justin Moore has built a loyal following over the past decade with his traditional country sound and captivating live shows. His deeply personal latest single, "This Is My Dirt" just earned him his 13th No. 1, and it follows the RIAA PLATINUM-certified "You, Me, and Whiskey," a smoldering duet with Priscilla Block. Over his 10+ year career, Moore's No. 1 hits have included "Point At You," "Lettin' The Night Roll," "If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away," "Small Town USA," and "Till My Last Day," as well as PLATINUM-certified albums and singles. The Valory Music Co. recording artist has earned multiple ACM, ACA, CMT, People's Choice, and ACC Awards nominations, as well as an ACM Award win. In addition to multiple festivals, headline shows, and select direct-support dates, Moore has also been busy hosting his Justin Moore Podcast sponsored by Bobcat with tour manager JR, interviewing guests such as Oscar award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey; Country stars Tracy Lawrence, Jon Pardi, Brantley Gilbert; wrestling champion Diamond Dallas Page, and ESPN's Marty Smith. He also recently took on a new role as co-host on 103.7 The Buzz's morning drive-time sports talk show, "Morning Mayhem," where he spends his weekday mornings dishing out his never-ending sports knowledge on-air. For more information, visit JustinMooreMusic.com.

Friday, April 4, 2025

10:00 am: Azalea Garden Tour

The Cape Fear Garden Club's 2025 Azalea Garden Tour, April 4th through 6th, will open at 10am - 5pm each day. The garden tour theme is "A Canopy of Blooms." Plein Air Artists will be painting in the 10 private gardens all weekend.

Airlie Gardens will be open on Saturday and Sunday only during the tour. Proceeds from the Azalea Garden Tour will be given away as grants to local nonprofit organizations for beautification, conservation and educational projects in New Hanover County.

Since 2003, over 1.4 million dollars has been awarded to the local community from the Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Garden Tour.

11:00 am: Airlie Luncheon Garden Party

Meet us at Airlie Gardens for the party event that will set the tone for a weekend of fun-filled festivities! Dress to impress in spring attire, big hats, seersucker suits, and bow ties at the networking event of the year! Take in the beautiful surroundings while enjoying cocktails and BBQ for this mid-day "can't miss" event!

2:00 pm: Bluewater After Garden Get Down

The After Garden Get Down is the fun dockside party with Queen Azalea . Guests enjoy live music, food and drink specials, and the best view on the Intracoastal. Catch the FREE party shuttle from the Garden Party to Bluewater to join! This is a FREE event!

5:00 pm: Street Fair Azalea Alley Beer Garden - Presented by Sheetz

Returning to the Street Fair this year is the Azalea Alley Beer Garden - Presented by Sheetz! Stop by the Azalea Alley during the Street Fair for refreshments, entertainment, live music, and more!

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Street Fair

The 2025 North Carolina Azalea Festival Street Fair will take place April 4th - April 6th in Historic Downtown Wilmington!

6:00 pm: Queen's Dance Party

Join us for a night of dancing and mingling with Azalea Festival Royalty!

Tickets include heavy hors d'oeuvres and dancing…and  memories to last a lifetime!

This special celebration of visiting queens and friends will be held Friday, April 4th from 6:00-9:00 pm.

In attendance will be Queen Azalea, Miss North Carolina, the Azalea Festival Queen's Court and the Azalea Festival Princess and her Court.

7:00 pm: Flo Rida Concert

"Flo Rida is one of today's most vibrant and recognizable superstars, a true international icon and history-making hip-hop hero. Since bursting out of the gate over a decade ago with the RIAA 7x platinum certified hit, "Low (Feat. T-Pain)" - which spent 10 consecutive weeks atop the Billboard "Hot 100" - the Miami-based rapper has unleashed an undeniably amazing string of record-breaking, multi-platinum certified singles, including the worldwide #1 favorite, "Right Round (Feat. Ke$ha)" (5x platinum), "In The Ayer (Feat. will.i.am)" (2x platinum), "Club Can't Handle Me (Feat. David Guetta)," (3x platinum), "Good Feeling" (4x platinum), "Wild One (Feat. Sia)" (2x platinum), "Whistle" (2x platinum), "My House" (3x platinum) and "I Cry" (2x platinum). In addition, Flo has made myriad guest appearances on such blockbuster tracks as David Guetta's platinum certified "Where Them Girls At (Feat. Flo Rida andamp; Nicki Minaj)," Olly Murs' platinum certified "Troublemaker (Feat. Flo Rida)," and Taio Cruz' planetary chart-topper, "Hangover (Feat. Flo Rida)." All told, Flo Rida has sold well over 100 million singles worldwide. Grammy nominated, Flo has made numerous television appearances including "The Final Four," "BCS National Championship Game," "Showtime at the Apollo," "BET Hip Hop Awards," "Wendy Williams," "Ellen," "The Today Show," and "Good Morning America."

Born Tramar Dillard, in Miami Gardens, Florida, "Flo Rida" is more than just an international recording artist. He is a philanthropist that founded the Big Dreams for Kids Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to instilling honesty, loyalty, integrity, sportsmanship, along with creating a commitment to youth athletes through the FYFL (Florida Youth Football League) serving over 10,000 kids, Strong Arm Elite Track Club, Future Leaders, and the FYFL Cheerleaders.

Flo is also a keen business man. Flo has served as brand ambassador for Celsius Energy Drink, Seagram's Gin, Jetsetter Nutritional Dietary Supplement and Flo Fit. He is an owner in "The Licking" Restaurant franchise and owns Club Studio 183. As the CEO Of International Music Group, Flo has ushered the careers of Natalie LaRose ("Somebody" Platinum record featuring Jeremih), Baby Soulja 6lack. He is currently working with new artist Oya Baby who recently released her debut record "Super Thot."

Saturday, April 5, 2025

9:30 am - 11:00 am: Parade

The North Carolina Azalea Festival Parade will take place Saturday, April 5th, 9:30 AM - 11 AM.

10:00 am: Azalea Garden Tour

The Cape Fear Garden Club's 2025 Azalea Garden Tour, April 4th through 6th, will open at 10am - 5pm each day. The garden tour theme is "A Canopy of Blooms." Plein Air Artists will be painting in the 10 private gardens all weekend.

Airlie Gardens will be open on Saturday and Sunday only during the tour. Proceeds from the Azalea Garden Tour will be given away as grants to local nonprofit organizations for beautification, conservation and educational projects in New Hanover County.

Since 2003, over 1.4 million dollars has been awarded to the local community from the Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Garden Tour.

10:00 am: Street Fair Azalea Alley Beer Garden - Presented by Sheetz

Returning to the Street Fair this year is the Azalea Alley Beer Garden - Presented by Sheetz! Stop by the Azalea Alley during the Street Fair for refreshments, entertainment, live music, and more!

10:00 am - 10:00 pm: Street Fair

The 2025 North Carolina Azalea Festival Street Fair will take place April 4th - April 6th in Historic Downtown Wilmington!

12:00 pm: Tunes and Blooms Presented by Wilmington Grill

Tunes and Blooms Music Festival is the place to be to catch great music all day and night! Some of the best local and regional musicians will be playing! Come kick back, relax, play some games, and listen to awesome music. Alcohol and food available for purchase.

1:00 pm: Street Fair Performing Arts Stage

Stop by the Performing Arts Stage to watch live performances from local dance and theater groups, multicultural performance organizations, and members of our Azalea Queens Court!

1:00 pm: Street Fair Royalty Performances

Come see our Queen's Court, Azalea Festival Princess, and Miss North Carolina perform their talents! Queen Azalea and Invited Guests will also be in attendance.

This event lasts an hour (often ending in a dance party!) and takes place on the Street Fair Performing Arts Stage in the Children's Area.

4:00 pm: Delta Foundation of the Cape Fear Fundraiser

We are so excited about the Delta Foundation‘s Celebration of African American Arts and culture. There will be multiple different acts that will be performing throughout the event. This will be an event that will honor the legacy of the African American experience through the arts…Groit, Gospel, Classical, Dance, Spirituals, and Jazz.  Tickets on sale now!

7:00 pm: Patron's Party Gala

The premiere social event of the Azalea Festival, dress in your black-tie attire and join other Festival supporters and special guests in this exclusive, glamorous event! The Patrons' Party Gala is the grand finale for sponsors of the Azalea Festival.

7:30 pm: Battleship Boom and Bloom Bonanza

Come enjoy the 2025 Azalea Festival Fireworks Presented by the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA ON the Battleship fantail! Ticket Price includes a take-home pink folding chair for your seat, bag of popcorn, music and dancing, a self-guided deck tour, and the premiere firework viewing spot! Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Kids 5 and Under are Free!

Thank you to Wheelz Pizza, Glizzies On The Go Hot Dogs, and Pepe's Taco Truck for joining us this year and providing food truck service!

Sunday, April 6, 2025

10:00 am: Azalea Garden Tour

The Cape Fear Garden Club's 2025 Azalea Garden Tour, April 4th through 6th, will open at 10am - 5pm each day. The garden tour theme is "A Canopy of Blooms." Plein Air Artists will be painting in the 10 private gardens all weekend.

Airlie Gardens will be open on Saturday and Sunday only during the tour. Proceeds from the Azalea Garden Tour will be given away as grants to local nonprofit organizations for beautification, conservation and educational projects in New Hanover County.

Since 2003, over 1.4 million dollars has been awarded to the local community from the Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Garden Tour.

10:00 am: Street Fair Azalea Alley Beer Garden - Presented by Sheetz

Returning to the Street Fair this year is the Azalea Alley Beer Garden - Presented by Sheetz! Stop by the Azalea Alley during the Street Fair for refreshments, entertainment, live music, and more!

10:00 am - 5:00 pm: Street Fair

The 2025 North Carolina Azalea Festival Street Fair will take place April 4th - April 6th in Historic Downtown Wilmington!

Mini Golf Party with Alex Highsmith at Jungle Rapids

Attend a Mini Golf Party with NFL Pittsburgh Steeler and Wilmington hometown celebrity, Alex Highsmith!

Each player receives 18 holes of mini golf at Jungle Rapids; at one of the holes Alex Highsmith will be available to take photographs, sign autographs, and putt around with you! You also will receive a $5 Jungle Rapids Arcade Card and fun swag! Ticket price is the same for adults or children; children must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times.

Only individuals with paid tickets will have access to the course. Adults must purchase a ticket to chaperone their children.

Participants will sign up in advance for a
specific time slot to play:

09:00 am - 10:00 am
10:30 am - 11:30 am
12:00 pm - 01:00 pm

Date:
April 2 - 6, 2025

Location:
Various Venues in Wilmington, NC

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