Hummingbird Market and Haven of Knightdale present Goats and Greens Farmers' Market at Haven Farm, 8521 Buffaloe Road, Knightdale, North Carolina, on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. It's free to attend. Shop for local produce and support NC based farms and makers! The Goats and Greens Farmer's Market is a monthly market hosted by Haven of Knightdale, featuring 20 local makers … [Read more...] about Goats and Greens Farmers’ Market on May 17: Shop for produce and meet goats!
Chatham Artists Guild Spring Festival May 17
Chatham Artists Guild is holding their Spring Festival on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. Explore original artwork from professional guild artists. There will also be live music throughout the day and local food and drinks from businesses at The Plant. Exhibiting artists include: … [Read more...] about Chatham Artists Guild Spring Festival May 17
Artsplosure in Raleigh May 16-17 — art market, performances, kids’ activities and more…
Artsplosure--the Raleigh Arts Festival will be back again on May 16 and 17, 2026, bringing art, music, kids' activities, interactive installations, and entertainment to Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh. The festival features the work of more than 175 juried fine artists and craftspeople, and 10 different categories. All art will be available for purchase. In addition, enjoy … [Read more...] about Artsplosure in Raleigh May 16-17 — art market, performances, kids’ activities and more…
Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro May 17
In celebration of Black History Month, Weaver Street Market is collaborating with the Marian Cheek Jackson Center for the 3rd year to share the stories of Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s Black history. Living History From the Rock Wall has been rescheduled and is taking place Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at Weaver Street Market Carrboro Lawn, 101 E Weaver Street, Carrboro, North … [Read more...] about Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro May 17
Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 mile south of I-40 Exit 274. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Enjoy fabulous Greek food and scrumptious … [Read more...] about Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Arts at St. Luke’s: May Musicale on May 17
Arts at St. Luke's presents concerts, recitals and other events for the community. The events are free to enjoy, but donations are accepted. The concerts take place at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 1737 Hillandale Road, Durham, North Carolina. Find an updated schedule at stlukesdurham.org/arts-events/. 2025/2026 Arts at St. Luke's Storyteller and Folklorist Liz PardueSunday, March 15, 20264 … [Read more...] about Arts at St. Luke’s: May Musicale on May 17
Free Concert with Durham Symphony Orchestra May 17: Spring Pops
The Durham Symphony Orchestra performs affordably priced and free concerts in a wide variety of community spaces. On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 3 p.m. Durham Symphony is presenting "Spring Pops" at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. Bring a chair or blanket and join the DSO and your Durham neighbors for a free, family concert of light classics, … [Read more...] about Free Concert with Durham Symphony Orchestra May 17: Spring Pops
Shakespeare Live: Julius Caesar at Downtown Cary Park May 17
Join Applause! Cary Youth Theatre for Shakespeare Live! This FREE performance of Julius Caesar takes place Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 12 to 1:10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The performance will take place at the Park Street Arena. In Julius Caesar, jealous conspirators convince Brutus to join an assassination plot against Caesar in the ultimate … [Read more...] about Shakespeare Live: Julius Caesar at Downtown Cary Park May 17
2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships at Lake Wheeler Park — free for spectators
The Atlantic Coast Conference Women's Rowing Championships will take place at Lake Wheeler Park, 6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, May 15 and 16, 2026. The event is free to all spectators. The competition will take place from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. each day, with the award ceremony on 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. This event is co-sponsored by UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University, ACC, Greater Raleigh … [Read more...] about 2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships at Lake Wheeler Park — free for spectators
Got to be NC Festival May 15-17 — music, family activities, much more…
Got to be NC Festival will offer three great days of down-home celebration North Carolina-style from May 15 to 17, 2026. Got to be NC Festival takes place at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, and is free to attend. Carnival rides and games, food and drinks, and some activities have a cost associated with them. It takes place at North Carolina State … [Read more...] about Got to be NC Festival May 15-17 — music, family activities, much more…
