Seahawk Sun Run

WHAT:

• Event: North Carolina Azalea Festival Seahawk Sun Run in Partnership with UNCW Homecoming
• Location: UNCW Campus
• Events: Includes a 5K and 1 Mile
• Participation: You can walk or run either event

DATE:

• Day: Saturday
• Date: February 14, 2026

START/FINISH LINE LOCATION:

• Venue: UNCW - The Longleaf Trail
• Address: 5270 Randall Drive
• City: Wilmington, NC 28403

DISTANCES OFFERED:

• 5K: This event is timed
• 1 Mile: This event is not timed
• Participation: You can walk or run either event

HOW TO REGISTER:

• Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner
• Packet Pickup or Race Day: QR code available for mobile registration
• Online Registration: Available until the race starts

PARKING:

• Location: Available at the Randall Drive Lot
• Alternative: Any legal parking spot at UNCW

PACKET PICKUP & RACE SCHEDULE:

• Details: Click HERE for the full schedule of events

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE:

• North Carolina Azalea Festival: 100% proceeds support the Festival's mission to stimulate the economy and promote volunteerism.
• Fellowship Scholarship: Supports UNCW students interning with the Festival.
• paws4people: 50% of proceeds from dog participants go to paws4people for Assistance Dog training.

ABOUT THE NORTH CAROLINA AZALEA FESTIVAL:

• History: Established in 1948 with the first festival held when flowers bloom.
• Mission: Stimulates the economy and promotes volunteerism.
• Impact: Estimated $51 million annually in economic stimulus.
• Community: Over 1,000 volunteers manage 50+ events yearly.