The 61st Annual NC Azalea Festival
Whether you walk, run, rent a car or grab a bike, make sure you find your way to the 61st Annual North Carolina Azalea Festival. Since 1948, the Azalea Festival has become one of the premier attractions in North Carolina and has gained national recognition. Each year, millions of people show interest in the festival by either tuning in on their televisions or by simply going in person.
It is estimated that more than approximately 200,000 people attend the festival, which lasts two days. The festival consists of a large street fair as well as a parade, which usually consists of more than 100,000 spectators. The events that take place at the Azalea Festival are a testimony to the beauty of the azaleas as well as the rich heritage that can be found in the coastal part of North Carolina.
This year, the Azalea is being held from April 9th through the 13th. The festival typically opens up with the welcoming of the Queen Azalea and celebrity guests. Following this is a fun-filled, three hour parade that makes its way through downtown Wilmington. There is also a street fair, circus, garden and house tours, horse shows, art shows and concerts. Past concerts have included performances by celebrities such as Frank Sinatra, the Beach Boys, Jessica Simpson and Natalie Cole.
Musicians who are scheduled to be at this the festival this year include such artists as Sugarland, Little Big Town, Colbie Caillat and Michelle Branch. Some of the events at the festival are free while others may charge a small cost. For more information about tickets, concerts or a schedule of events, you can visit the official website for the 61st Annual North Carolina Azalea Festival. And for more information on renting a car in the Wilmington, NC area, visit Triangle Rent A Car. Triangle Rent A Car is a proud sponsor of the Azalea Festival.
[...] The 61st Annual NC Azalea Festival is being held this year from April 9 through the 13th in Wilmington, NC. Since its inception in 1948, hundreds of thousands of people have trekked from all over the United States to go to the festival. The festival consists mainly of a large street fair held in the streets of Wilmington, NC. There are parades, vendors with plenty of food and other goodies, animals, the circus, live performances by well-known musical guests as well as celebrity sightings. It has proven, time and again, to be one of the main attractions for people in the state of North Carolina and beyond. So, if you’re thinking of getting away for the weekend, head on over to Wilmington where you are sure to have a great time. If you plan on spending the night in a hotel, most hotels in the area offer discounts to those staying for the festival. [...]