Wilmington Festivals

Riverfest – Celebrate Wilmington’s heritage at Riverfest  in October, when downtown Wilmington hosts a festival that winds along the Cape Fear River. Enjoy live entertainment and music on two outdoor stages, arts and crafts, exhibits, dance performances, contests, children’s activities, food, river events, competitions, and fireworks. Call (866) 553-0169 or visit www.wilmingtonriverfest.com. =============================

Azalea Festival – A springtime celebration of Wilmington’s exceptional artwork, gardens, history and culture, the 59 th Azalea Festival – April 5 – 9, 2006 – is a 3-day riverfront street fair that features headline concerts, arts, craft and food vendors, a spectacular parade, garden and home tours, the Clyde Beatty-Cole Bros. Circus, and more. Call (866) 553-0169 or visit www.ncazaleafestival.com. =============================

Azalea Festival Triathlon -The Azalea Festival Triathlon is an exciting triple-sport event that tests the strength and endurance of competitors from around the South. The April 1 event, held at the University of North Carolina Wilmington campus, involves a 300-yard swim, a 20K bike and a 5K run. Visit www.set-upinc.com, or call (866) 553-0169.