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Royal Dance Party

Royal Dance Party
Friday, April 09
Event Time 5 pm

Get ready for a magical evening of glitz, glamour, and non-stop fun at the Queens’ Dance Party- a special event geared toward youth ages 5-17!

Held at the stunning Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront, this is your chance to meet Queen Azalea, Miss North Carolina, the dazzling Queen’s Court, and the Azalea Festival Princess and her Court! They’ll be introduced in true royal style, and guests will have the chance to mingle with Festival Royalty throughout the evening.

Enjoy delicious food, strike a pose for photos, and dance the night away in one unforgettable celebration!

Crowns encouraged, fun guaranteed. Don’t miss this royal party! 

Tickets are $55 plus taxes/fees, and include food and non-alcoholic drinks. Everyone in attendance needs to purchase a ticket (chaperones included). 

Tables are $500 plus taxes/fees, and include admission for 10 with special recognition in the presentation and table signage.

Festival 80 Is Blooming!

Patron Sponsorships ON SALE NOW!

Be part of something extraordinary as we celebrate the 80th North Carolina Azalea Festival, April 7–11, 2027!

ONLY 300 PATRON SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE!

Patron Sponsorships are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and your purchase today secures your sponsorship for this historic celebration.

 

The first 50 Patron Sponsorship Packages purchased will include one reserved parking space for the Airlie Luncheon Garden Party, presented by Truist!

Reserved parking is limited to the first 50 Patron Sponsorship Packages purchased, in the order transactions are completed. Limit one reserved parking space per qualifying package. This benefit is not available for subsequent purchases.

Important Purchase Information

  • Online Sales Only: Our Festival office remains temporarily closed for renovations. All Patron Sponsorships must be purchased online.

  • Tickets Delivered November 6: Your electronic tickets will be emailed to the address used at checkout on November 6, 2026.

  • Exclusive Garden Party Opportunity: On November 6, Patron Sponsors will also receive a link to purchase up to 8 additional Airlie Luncheon Garden Party tickets, presented by Truist, while supplies last.

  • Easy Digital Access: Electronic tickets will be available as PDFs and for mobile wallets.

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Be Part of Festival 80!

 

CLICK HERE PURCHASE YOUR PATRON SPONSORSHIP

Flowing with Tradition. Blooming with Possibility.