Join us for the 1st Annual North Carolina Alligator Festival. The festival will be held on Saturday, April 29th at the Elizabeth Brinkley Park. The day will kick off with two inaugural Gator Runs, a competitive 5k race (8:30am) and a 1-mile family fun run (9:30am). A festival market will run from 10:00am until 4:00pm. There will be alligator protection and information sessions featuring live alligators, local craftsman, food/beverage vendors, beer garden, music, suds party and more. The day will round out with an evening concert following the market.

Local vendors, artisans, musicians and food trucks are encouraged to register. Discounted vendor fees run through April 7th.

Visit www.ncgatorfest.com to register for the Gator Run and for more festival details and announcements.