North Carolina Azalea Festival

Last night, we set the stage for 80. 🌸

Guests stepped onto the pink carpet and into Stage 8 at CineSpace Studios for an evening that felt like a reunion and a premiere all at once. Old friends found each other, new friends were made, and everyone raised a glass of the night’s signature cocktail, The 80th Bloom.

Then the lights went down. Eight past presidents took us decade by decade through the milestones, the traditions, the music, and the Queens that made this Festival what it is. A few fun announcements and more than a few surprises followed.

If there’s one thing the night made clear, it’s this: Festival magic isn’t something we create. It’s something we become a part of. This Festival belongs to all of us, and it’s only possible because of this community.

Thank you for helping us set the stage. The 80th is just getting started. 💗

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Venue: @cinespacestudios
Lighting: @rc4wireless - Tommy Sullivan
Set Director: Jungle Shaughnessy
Audio: @regaleventsdj
Florals: @designsbydillonnc
Catering: @localstavern
Drink: @adamsbevnc
Glassware + Bar Goods: @partysuppliersandrentals
Rentals: @marthamydearrentals
Props: @lltentandpartyrentals
Pipe + Drape: @perfecttouchrental
Trolly: @azalealimousine
“Actors’ Trailers”: @rexandsons_rv
Mobile Restroom: @rentajohnnc
Photo + Video: @adamgilbertfilms
Creative Agency: @springerstudios
Marketing Agency: Colonial Marketing