NC Azalea Festival
Fashion Show
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
The North Carolina Azalea Festival will hold its first Azalea Spring Fashion Show at Bluewater Waterfront Grill.
This event will feature local fashion stores such as Monkee’s, the Gentlemen’s Corner, Meadowlark, Cabi, and more.
Models will take to the runway to show off spring styles to inspire fashion at the various events Festival Week including the Garden Party, the black tie Patrons’ Gala, and the Festival Concerts.
After the runway show guests can peruse the vendor’s racks and even try on styles. Ticket holders will also receive special discounts on merch!
Tickets include brunch buffet and 2 glasses of wine or champagne. A cash bar will be available for signature cocktails and liquor.
2023 Patron Sponsorship
PATRON'S PACKAGE: $1,500.00
REGISTRATION SALE DATES
PATRON'S PACKAGE Public Onsale: November 30, 2022 9:58 AM to April 16, 2023 5:00 PM
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
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Patron Packet Pickup Week will be April 3rd- April 7th
NC Azalea Festival Office
5725 Oleander Drive Unit B7
Wilmington, NC 28403
A form for purchasing additional tickets to the Airlie Luncheon Garden Party and other Festival events will be sent to your mailing address after all entertainment is announced.
At that time you may purchase eight additional Airlie Luncheon Garden Party Tickets at a cost of $220.00 without preferred parking. All Festival tickets (including the Airlie
Luncheon Garden Party) are only available while supplies last. It is the Festival Office’s date of receipt of purchase monies that governs the availability of tickets you desire to purchase.
Individuals and businesses are limited to the purchase of three Patronships each. THE FESTIVAL IS UNABLE TO “GUARANTEE” A PRECISE NUMBER OF “ONSITE” PARKING FOR THE AIRLIE GARDENS LUNCHEON EVENT. The Festival will strive to provide as much on-site parking for this event as permitted by the
Airlie Gardens Foundation and New Hanover County. In order to ensure the best possible chance to receive priority parking at the Airlie Gardens Luncheon, you should
purchase your patronship as soon as possible. Parking is allotted in order of your assigned patronship number. Additional ticket purchases through your patronship are
available only while supplies last and do not include priority parking.
Carly Pearce with Conner Smith and Jonathan Hutcherson
LAWN: $40.00
ADA: $40.00
RESERVED SEATING: $60.00
ORCHESTRA PIT: $80.00
AISLE: $80.00
TICKET SALE DATES
LAWN / ADA / RESERVED SEATING / ORCHESTRA PIT / AISLE Public Onsale: December 9, 2022 10:00 AM to April 12, 2023 11:59 PM
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
Join us Thursday, April 13th, 2023 at Live Oak Bank Pavilion for Carly Pearce with openers Conner Smith and Jonathan Hutcherson!
Interested in exclusive seats to this show?
Ask us about becoming a Festival Patron for
VIP event tickets to most Festival events!
info@ncazaleafestival.org | 910-216-9401
About the Venue: This show is being held at Live Oak Bank Pavilion at 10 Cowan Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Gates will open two hours prior to show time (subject to change). Food, soft drinks, and alcohol are available for purchase with a proper ID. The venue has a strict no re-entry policy. This venue has a clear bag policy. PURCHASE A NORTH CAROLINA AZALEA FESTIVAL CLEAR TOTE BAG HERE.. All bags and persons may be searched prior to entry for the safety of all guests. All concerts are outdoor, rain or shine. In the event of rain, we advise ponchos and rain boots – no umbrellas will be allowed inside the venue. In the event of beautiful weather, we advise sunglasses and sunscreen. It can be a tad colder with higher winds since we are right on the river, please dress accordingly.
Refund Policy: There will be no refunds. In the event the show is cancelled due to extreme weather or artist cancellation, refunds will be processed within two weeks of the original show date. In most cases, this is a rain or shine event.
We acknowledge the special needs and challenges of some of our guests, and guests requiring special needs should notify the box office when purchasing tickets.
Please visit https://ncazaleafestival.org/main-stage-concert-series/ for a complete list of prohibited items and all venue rules.
Stay tuned to the North Carolina Azalea Festival social media accounts – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram – for any concert venue updates.
Your purchase of this ticket grants the Festival permission to photograph or video you and your likeness at the Festival Concerts to be used for Festival publicity now or in the future.
Important Information About Your Tickets!
Entry requirements are subject to change. By purchasing tickets to this event you agree to abide by entry requirements in effect at the time of the event. Check the venue website leading up to your event for the latest protocols.
Latest Entry Protocols
Based on the latest local guidelines, attendees are no longer required to provide proof of negative COVID-19 test and/or vaccination for entry to this event. Be sure to check the venue website for the latest updates and guidelines as entry requirements are subject to change.
Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Garden Tour
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
Come enjoy Southern hospitality amid the vibrant color of azaleas and spring flowers during the 76th Annual Cape Fear Garden Club Azalea Garden Tour© in the beautiful coastal community of Wilmington, North Carolina. An official event of the North Carolina Azalea Festival, the tour is one of the longest running and most popular garden tours in the South. Gardens are spread throughout Wilmington and this is a self-guided tour. The tour will open Friday April 14, 2023 at 9:30 am with the spectacular Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Entrance is free.
Bluewater After Garden Party VIP Package
INDIVIDUAL: $308.00
TICKET SALE DATES
INDIVIDUAL Public Onsale: February 1, 2023 10:00 AM to March 31, 2023 12:59 PM
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
The After Garden Get Down at Bluewater is a fun dockside party open to the public AND FREE immediately following the Airlie Luncheon Garden Party. Guests are invited to Bluewater's waterfront bar & patio to enjoy live music, food and drink specials, and the best view on the Intracoastal. Attendees also receive a special guest appearance by the Queen Azalea herself!
The Bluewater Garden Party VIP Package is your exclusive, VIP access to this event, and to the Airlie Luncheon Garden Party! Ticket purchasers receive a free shuttle to and from the Garden Party from Bluewater, one ticket to the Airlie Luncheon Garden Party, and a three-course dinner post Garden Party at Bluewater. (Your dinner voucher is good through April 30, 2023!) *Please note, alcohol at Bluewater is not included in the Bluewater Garden Party VIP Package.
Queen's Dance Party
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
Join us at City Hall Council Chambers for a night of dancing with Queen Azalea, the Azalea Festival Queen’s Court, the Azalea Festival Princess and Court, and Miss North Carolina!
This event is geared towards youth ages 7-17. The night will consist of heavy appetizers and dancing, and opportunities for photographs, autographs, and getting to know the Azalea Festival royalty!
Tickets are $45 plus taxes/fees, and include food and non-alcoholic drinks. Everyone in attendance needs to purchase a ticket (chaperones included).
Old Crow Medicine Show with Jamestown Revival
LAWN: $40.00
ADA: $40.00
RESERVED SEATING: $60.00
ORCHESTRA PIT: $80.00
SECOND ROW: $110.00
AISLE: $80.00
TICKET SALE DATES
LAWN / ADA / RESERVED SEATING / ORCHESTRA PIT / SECOND ROW / AISLE Public Onsale: January 20, 2023 10:00 AM to April 14, 2023 7:00 PM
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
Join us Friday, April 14th, 2023 at Live Oak Bank Pavilion for Old Crow Medicine Show and Jamestown Revival!
Old Crow Medicine Show’s album "Paint This Town" is available via ATO Records. Order your copy here.
About the Venue: This show is being held at Live Oak Bank Pavilion at 10 Cowan Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Gates will open two hours prior to show time (subject to change). Food, soft drinks, and alcohol are available for purchase with a proper ID. The venue has a strict no re-entry policy. This venue has a clear bag policy. PURCHASE A NORTH CAROLINA AZALEA FESTIVAL CLEAR TOTE BAG HERE All bags and persons may be searched prior to entry for the safety of all guests. All concerts are outdoor, rain or shine. In the event of rain, we advise ponchos and rain boots – no umbrellas will be allowed inside the venue. In the event of beautiful weather, we advise sunglasses and sunscreen. It can be a tad colder with higher winds since we are right on the river, please dress accordingly.
Refund Policy: There will be no refunds. In the event the show is cancelled due to extreme weather or artist cancellation, refunds will be processed within two weeks of the original show date. In most cases, this is a rain or shine event.
We acknowledge the special needs and challenges of some of our guests, and guests requiring special needs should notify the box office when purchasing tickets.
Please visit https://ncazaleafestival.org/main-stage-concert-series/ for a complete list of prohibited items and all venue rules.
Stay tuned to the North Carolina Azalea Festival social media accounts – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram – for any concert venue updates.
Your purchase of this ticket grants the Festival permission to photograph or video you and your likeness at the Festival Concerts to be used for Festival publicity now or in the future.
Important Information About Your Tickets!
Entry requirements are subject to change. By purchasing tickets to this event you agree to abide by entry requirements in effect at the time of the event. Check the venue website leading up to your event for the latest protocols.
Latest Entry Protocols
Based on the latest local guidelines, attendees are no longer required to provide proof of negative COVID-19 test and/or vaccination for entry to this event. Be sure to check the venue website for the latest updates and guidelines as entry requirements are subject to change.
Parade Bleacher Seating
SECTION B: $4.00
SECTION C: $4.00
SECTION D: $6.00
TICKET SALE DATES
SECTION B / SECTION C / SECTION D Public Onsale: February 23, 2023 1:03 PM to April 15, 2023 9:30 AM
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
Come enjoy the sights and sounds of the 76th Annual North Carolina Azalea Festival Parade!
Putt-Putt Party 10 am
ADVANCED: $25.00
TICKET SALE DATES
ADVANCED Public Onsale: March 20, 2023 11:14 AM to April 16, 2023 10:00 AM
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
Attend a Putt-Putt Party with NFL Pittsburgh Steeler and Wilmington hometown celebrity, Alex Highsmith! $30 per player gives you 18 holes of putt-putt 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 for a time slot to play (10 am- 11 am, 11 am - 12 noon, or 12 noon - 1 pm) and must complete the course in their time slot. There will be four participants on a hole at a time; individual ticket holders will be paired with others. In order for a party of four to play together, please register all tickets under one name. A portion of the proceeds of this event will be donated to the Alex Highsmith Foundation.
Putt-Putt Party 11 am
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
Attend a Putt-Putt Party with NFL Pittsburgh Steeler and Wilmington hometown celebrity, Alex Highsmith! $30 per player gives you 18 holes of putt-putt 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 for a time slot to play (11 am - 12 noon or 12 noon - 1 pm) and must complete the course in their time slot. There will be four participants on a hole at a time; individual ticket holders will be paired with others. In order for a party of four to play together, please register all tickets under one name. A portion of the proceeds of this event will be donated to the Alex Highsmith Foundation.
Putt-Putt Party NOON
PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTION
Attend a Putt-Putt Party with NFL Pittsburgh Steeler and Wilmington hometown celebrity, Alex Highsmith! $30 per player gives you 18 holes of putt-putt 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 for a time slot to play (11 am - 12 noon or 12 noon - 1 pm) and must complete the course in their time slot. There will be four participants on a hole at a time; individual ticket holders will be paired with others. In order for a party of four to play together, please register all tickets under one name. A portion of the proceeds of this event will be donated to the Alex Highsmith Foundation.
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