NC Blueberry Festival 5K

WHAT

North Carolina Blueberry Festival 5K Run

• Event: The NC Blueberry Festival 5K kicks off 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.
• Other Activities: The festival also hosts a non-competitive bicycle ride on Saturday morning - the Tour de Blueberry.
• Finish: There’s nothing like finishing a brisk run or ride with some fresh, locally grown blueberries!

New for 2026!

• Blueberry Cup: The Blueberry Cup presented by the Burgaw Tourism Development Authority.
• Recognition: This special award will be presented to the top male and female finishers.
• Display: Following the race, the Blueberry Cup will be displayed at the Burgaw Visitors Center for the year.
• Gratitude: We extend our sincere thanks to the Burgaw Tourism Development Authority for their generous sponsorship of the Blueberry Cup and their continued support in promoting local events and tourism.

STAY FOR THE NC BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL

As the race finishes, the NC Blueberry Festival kicks off and provides participants with an array of music and attractions to enjoy all day long! 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

Saturday, June 20, 2026

WHERE

In Front of Burgaw Presbyterian Church
200 E Fremont Street
Burgaw, NC 28425

HOW TO REGISTER

• Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner.
• At Pre-Race Packet Pickup or On Race Day: To register at packet pickup or race morning, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone.
• Online Registration: You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.

PARKING

Street parking will be limited. Additional parking will be available along the grassy railroad right-of-way (runs between Dickerson and Dudley streets).

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

For the Full Schedule, click HERE.

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

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: PATH works within the schools to promote wellness for all children and teens within the county.
• Access: With school-based Health Centers and an integrated care approach, children can be seen where they spend most of their time - at school.
• Benefit: Students miss less school and parents often don’t miss any work!