NC Blueberry Festival

The North Carolina Blueberry Festival Association is happy to host its 20th annual NC Blueberry Festival this summer. The Festival will take place on and around Burgaw’s Historic Courthouse Square, located at 100 S Wright Street, on June 17 from 9 a.m.-10 p.m. with concerts, vendors, and other kick-off events beginning June 16 from 3-10 p.m. The event is free to attend and features an array of attractions including over 100 artisan vendors, fresh, local blueberries for sale, children’s activities, beer and wine, delicious food, and live music from well-loved beach music bands like Band of Oz, The Embers, and more! The festival also offers opportunities to participate in a wide range of events from a recipe contest and BBQ cook-off to a 5K race and car and truck show. New this year, the NC Blueberry Festival and Pender Arts Council will host an art exhibit before and during the festival commemorating local legend Ivey Hayes and other contributing artists.