Collected Treasures, 5533 Veterans Parkway, Garner, North Carolina, is hosting a Garden Part on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop from vendors selling garden decor, supplies and plants. Plant your own flower pot. Supplies limited. Call the store at 919-803-8108 if you'd like to do flower pot planting. Enjoy fresh squeezed strawberry lemonade, cake, cookies and more. Look for … [Read more...] about Garden Party at Collected Treasures in Garner on Apr. 25
Y’all Means All NC Beer Festival at Raleigh Brewing Co. Apr. 25
Raleigh Brewing Company, 3707 Neil Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Y'all Means All NC Beer Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. The festival is free to attend. You pay for your food and drink. The festival features tons of North Carolina breweries (see below), plus local artisans, food trucks and live music. A portion of the proceeds will be going to LGBT … [Read more...] about Y’all Means All NC Beer Festival at Raleigh Brewing Co. Apr. 25
Rubber Duck Race (and more) at 3 Bluebirds Farm Apr. 25
3 Bluebirds Farm, at 1001 Horse Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Rubber Duck Race Fundraiser on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free but activities have a cost. This fun day features: 3 Bluebirds farm is a nonprofit currently providing autism services through their summer and track-out camps for children with autism and social clubs for teens … [Read more...] about Rubber Duck Race (and more) at 3 Bluebirds Farm Apr. 25
Spring Jazz Market in Moore Square Park Apr. 25
Oak City Music Collective is presenting Spring Jazz Market on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Moore Square Park, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is free to attend and is open to everyone. It features live jazz, delicious food trucks, sweet treats, and local vendors. Performers include: … [Read more...] about Spring Jazz Market in Moore Square Park Apr. 25
100 Strong Productions Student Film Festival Apr. 25
NCACC’s 100 Strong Productions is presenting the second annual Student Film Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 11 a.m., at The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina. Admission is free, but please reserve tickets here. The event will feature curated student film screening blocks, a keynote speaker, and an award ceremony recognizing outstanding student work. Student … [Read more...] about 100 Strong Productions Student Film Festival Apr. 25
40th North Carolina Pickle Festival in nearby Mount Olive April 25
The very popular North Carolina Pickle Festival is returning on April 25, 2026, with some events the night before. It takes place in nearby Mount Olive, North Carolina, the home of Mt. Olive Company. This is a free event, but some activities might have a cost. Mount Olive is just about an hour's drive, to the southeast, from Raleigh, and is a little closer for those along I-40 East, like … [Read more...] about 40th North Carolina Pickle Festival in nearby Mount Olive April 25
Apex EarthFest April 25
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The Town of Apex is presenting EarthFest on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m., on the Town Hall Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event for Earth Day. The theme this year is Sustainable Fashion. The event features: Schedule of Events: Know Before You Go: … [Read more...] about Apex EarthFest April 25
38th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival April 24-25
The 38th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival takes place April 25 and 26, 2025, in the Downtown of nearby Mebane, North Carolina. Mebane is 20 miles to the northwest of Chapel Hill, and just 10 miles to the west of Hillsborough. It's free to attend and to enjoy the entertainment, but you'll need funds for food, drinks, rides, etc. Mebane Dogwood Festival has created Facebook events for each … [Read more...] about 38th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival April 24-25
Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 25, including 24th Annual Birdhouse Competition
The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raulston Blooms is a garden festival for people of all ages. It features garden and nature activities, plant sales, outdoor fun, and more. Tickets are only $5, or $10 per family. Admission is free for garden members and for college students. Proceeds benefit … [Read more...] about Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 25, including 24th Annual Birdhouse Competition
Lake Wheeler Invitational — women’s intercollegiate rowing event on April 24-25
The Lake Wheeler Invitational is an annual intercollegiate women’s rowing event co-hosted by Duke University and the University of North Carolina. It takes place at Lake Wheeler Park, 6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on April 24 and 25, 2026. Spectators are welcome! There's no admission charge, but parking is $20. If you'd like to volunteer, parking is free all weekend. … [Read more...] about Lake Wheeler Invitational — women’s intercollegiate rowing event on April 24-25
