2 running, cycling, and walking events in Burgaw, North Carolina

WHAT

North Carolina Blueberry Festival 5K Run

The NC Blueberry Festival 5K kicks of a full Saturday of events during the 23rd Annual North Carolina Blueberry Festival featuring live music, craft vendors, a car and truck show, a pie-eating contest, and of course, lots of fresh blueberries. Runners experience the picturesque small-town charm of historic downtown Burgaw during the town's premier event of the year. The festival also hosts a non-competitive bicycle ride on Saturday morning - the Tour de Blueberry. There's nothing like finishing a brisk run or ride with some fresh, locally grown blueberries!

STAY FOR THE NC BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL

As the race finishes, the NC Blueberry Festival kicks off and provides participants with an array of music and attractions to enjoy all day long!

For more information on the NC Blueberry Festival, visit their website HERE

DISTANCES OFFERED

5K | This event is timed

1 Mile | This event is untimed

*You can walk or run either event

WHEN

Saturday, June 20, 2026

WHERE

In Front of Burgaw Presbyterian Church

200 E Fremont Street

Burgaw, NC 28425

HOW TO REGISTER

Register Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner

Register At Pre-Race Packet Pickup or On Race Day: To register at packet pickup or race morning, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone. You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.

PARKING

Street parking will be limited. Additional parking will be available along the grassy railroad right-of-way (runs between Dickerson and Dudley streets).

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

For the Full Schedule, click HERE

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

The NC Blueberry Festival 5K Run benefits PATH.

Pender Alliance for Total Health (PATH) provides access to an Integrated System of Care for Pender County youth, their families, teachers and staff. PATH works within the schools to promote wellness for all children and teens within the county.

With school-based Health Centers and an integrated care approach, children can be seen where they spend most of their time - at school. Patients get seen the same day and parents don’t have to leave work and try to get an appointment with a doctor. Students miss less school and parents often don’t miss any work!

You are invited to the Tour De Blueberry! The Cape Fear Cyclists -- in conjunction with the North Carolina Blueberry Festival -- present our annual charity ride in Burgaw, North Carolina on June 20, 2026.

📅 Saturday, June 20, 2026

📍 Burgaw Middle School

⏱️ 8:30AM

THE TOUR DE BLUEBERRY 2026 is coming soon! The Cape Fear Cyclists present our annual fundraiser ride in Burgaw, North Carolina on June 20, 2026.

If you LOVE cycling or blueberries or summer - you'll want to register early for this year's event! We expect a sold-out event again this year.

Here's how you can help us celebrate this year:

REGISTER NOW!

Sign up today for the 10, 22, 34 or new 50-Mile ride!

February 14 - February 28: $65.00 for adults/$45 for kids under 13

March 1 - May 31: $75 for adults/$55 for kids under 13

June 1 - June 20: $80 for adults/$65 for kids under 13

Registration Includes:

*Tri-Blend T-Shirt

*Lunch

*Fully Supported Ride

Here are three things you can do today to support our ride:

Invite Your Friends to the Ride: Tell your friends and family, your co-workers and biking buddies to come and ride or volunteer! Forward this link to them right now!

Spread the Word about the Cape Fear Cyclists: Encourage anyone who rides a bicycle to become a member of the Cape Fear Cyclists! Our club has a lot to offer all levels and types of riders - from gravel to road and from mountain to fat tire. JOIN HERE and you'll receive your to get all the perks for TDB 2026!

Volunteer: We need a variety of volunteers on ride day. You can volunteer AND ride! CLICK HERE to say "I'M IN!".

This is a great way to connect with other riders across our city, our region and the world. And, it's a great way to give back out our community. Last year, with your help, we raised over $10,000. Because of you, we'll be able to continue our tradition of giving back. We were able to donate our proceeds to Burgaw Middle School, the North Carolina Blueberry Festival Scholarship, the Terry Benjey Bicycling Foundation, the Hamstead Hams, Penderlea Volunteer Fire Department & more.

Mark your calendars for June 20, 2026! We are looking forward to having you in Burgaw in June.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!