NC Azalea Festival releases vendor data from 2024 event

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The 77th North Carolina Azalea Festival wrapped up earlier this month and was a big success, organizers say.
The annual event saw 156 vendors with 126 of those being from North Carolina and 53 calling the Cape Fear home.
It’s estimated the Azalea Festival generates more than $50 million for the region each year.
Around 200,000 to 300,000 guests usually turn out for the festival.