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Street Fair Performing Arts Stage

Street Fair Performing Arts Stage
Saturday, April 11

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! 

Located at the corner of Market St. & 2nd St.

What To Expect

Azalea Festival Street Fair Performing Arts Stage

Second St – Downtown Wilmington 

Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401

 

Schedule

Performances Begin: 12:00pm

Performances End: 5:00pm

 

Parking

Limited parking is available Downtown. Front Street will be blocked by barricades with appointed security guards at each barricade. Vehicles will not be permitted past barricades throughout the Festival. Any rideshare transportation may drop off guests at any area outside of barricades.

 

What To Bring

We ask that you bring a positive attitude, a smile, and good spirits to all of our events. We will have professional photographers on-site capturing every moment of the day. These photos will be available for purchase on the Festival website after the conclusion of the event. 

 

Accessibility

The Street Fair Performing Arts Stage is located along the Street Fair route on the corner of Market Street and Second Street. Guests who require ADA forms of transportation will be allowed to use these as needed. The Festival and the City of Wilmington will not be able to provide guests with ADA transportation. Please plan accordingly. There are bleacher sections available for seating at the Performing Arts stage. These are first-come-first serve.

 

Food & Drink

Food and beverage will be available for purchase via food vendors along the Street Fair route! Guests can bring their own food and beverage, but are highly encouraged to visit the food vendors we have on-site to get the best experience.

 

Entertainment & Activities

Enjoy live performances from our Queen’s Court, local dance groups, and local cultural groups! The Performing Arts stage is the perfect way to catch live entertainment along the Street Fair route.

 

Amenities & Services

Any items that are left on-site by guests will be returned to the Festival Ticket Office lost & found. Guests will need to come to the office to pick up their lost belongings. 

 

Weather Contingencies

This is a rain or shine event. In the case of inclement weather, the Festival will announce any and all event changes on social media.

 

Ticket Information

The Performing Arts stage is a free event within the Street Fair! Food, drink, and merchandise will be available for purchase inside Azalea Alley and along the Street Fair route.