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New Venue for Main Stage Concerts

Here in the city of Wilmington we are thrilled to celebrate the launch of the new Live Oak Bank Pavilion @ Riverfront Park. This project has been in the planning stages since 2012. It is built on a 6.6-acre tract of land and located along the Cape Fear River near the Isabel Holmes Bridge. The venue includes a large concert venue, festival space, playground, and interactive water feature, as well green space, plazas, gardens, and natural areas. This park is being welcomed with open arms by the public and businesses alike.

The North Carolina Azalea Festival could not be more honored to showcase our 2021 concerts at this beautiful top notch venue during its inaugural year.

Here are a few facts about the venue you may not know. The park is a cashless venue; only cards are accepted. Make sure your bags are clear and your chairs have no more than 9 inch legs when attending concerts or shows.

Oh and the parking- anytime someone mentions downtown we all tense up with dread when it comes to parking. Well the city has developed a wonderful solution. Check out all the parking details here. We think you will be pleased. https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/2016-parks-bond/riverfront-park

You will not want to miss the Azalea Festival Concerts this year. Not only are we showing off our new venue but we have a musical line up that is sure to please everyone. Take a look. https://ncazaleafestival.org/main-stage-concert-series/
Yes…Sublime with Rome | Michael Franti & Spearhead and the Avett Brothers! Make sure you order your tickets for the Festival concerts through the Azalea Festival office. See links below.

Sublime with Rome | Michael Franti & Spearhead
August 19, 2021 7:00 PM
https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/2417176/sublime-with-rome-michael-franti-spearhead–wilmington-nc-azalea-festival?_ga=2.173621987.1549207517.1627419991-1047494436.161419856

Avett Brothers
August 20, 2021 7:00 PM
https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/5237287/the-avett-brothers–wilmington-nc-azalea-festival?_ga=2.173621987.1549207517.1627419991-1047494436.1614198563

Avett Brothers
August 21, 2021 7:00 PM
https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/5602792/the-avett-brothers–wilmington-nc-azalea-festival?_ga=2.130822095.1549207517.1627419991-1047494436.1614198563

Order your tickets today, add it to your Google calendars, and in August come out to celebrate our new park, the Azalea Festival and these amazing musicians. See ya at the park!

For more info visit on the concerts visit: https://ncazaleafestival.org/main-stage-concert-series/

For more information on the new RiverFront Park visit:
https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/2016-parks-bond/riverfront-park

Riverfront Park Amphitheater: at 10 Cowan Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

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80th Festival Patron Sponsorship

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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

Flowing with Tradition. Blooming with Possibility.