NC Blueberry Festival 5K

WHAT

• Event: North Carolina Blueberry Festival 5K Run
• Description: The NC Blueberry Festival 5K kicks of a full Saturday of events during the 23rd Annual North Carolina Blueberry Festival featuring live music, craft vendors, a car and truck show, a pie-eating contest, and of course, lots of fresh blueberries.
• Experience: Runners experience the picturesque small-town charm of historic downtown Burgaw during the town's premier event of the year.
• Additional Event: The festival hosts a non-competitive bicycle ride on Saturday morning - the Tour de Blueberry.

STAY FOR THE NC BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL

• Post-Race: As the race finishes, the NC Blueberry Festival kicks off.
• Activities: Participants enjoy an array of music and attractions all day long!
• More Info: For more information on the NC Blueberry Festival, visit their website HERE.

DISTANCES OFFERED

• 5K: This event is timed.
• 1 Mile: This event is untimed.
• Participation: You can walk or run either event.

WHEN

• Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026.

WHERE

• Location: In Front of Burgaw Presbyterian Church.
• Address: 200 E Fremont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425.

HOW TO REGISTER

• Pre-Race Registration: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner.
• Day of Registration: Register at pre-race packet pickup or on race day using the provided QR code to register on your phone.
• Online Registration: You can register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.

PARKING

• Street Parking: Limited availability.
• Additional Parking: Available along the grassy railroad right-of-way (runs between Dickerson and Dudley streets).

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

• Full Schedule: For the Full Schedule, click HERE.

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

• Beneficiary: The NC Blueberry Festival 5K Run benefits PATH.
• Organization: Pender Alliance for Total Health (PATH) provides access to an Integrated System of Care for Pender County youth, their families, teachers, and staff.
• Wellness Promotion: PATH works within the schools to promote wellness for all children and teens within the county.
• Access to Care: With school-based Health Centers, children can be seen where they spend most of their time - at school.