UNCW, Wilmington NC
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
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.
