The Raleigh Market is at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, every weekend. Read on to learn all about the market. Please note that The Raleigh Market does NOT take place in October, due to the N.C. State Fair. More About Raleigh Market The outdoor hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the indoor hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday. The … [Read more...] about Last Day for Raleigh Market at NC State Fairgrounds until November
Carrboro Music Festival Sep 28: 100+ bands at many venues (all free)
Carrboro Music Festival returns on Sunday, September 28, 2025. The festival is free, and will feature roughly 100 bands and performers at multiple venues around Carrboro, North Carolina. The event also includes free workshops. The event starts with a kick-off open mic at Town Commons on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. and then a show at Cat's Cradle in the evening. The main … [Read more...] about Carrboro Music Festival Sep 28: 100+ bands at many venues (all free)
Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27 — new location
green Tamale lovers, take note! The Raleigh Tamale Festival is Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Green Road Park, 4201 Green Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a change of location, due to the weather. This will be a day of community, celebration and tamales. It will feature performances, family activities, food trucks and vendors. The highlight: Local competitors … [Read more...] about Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27 — new location
Oktoberfest celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
This September and October, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and nearby areas in the Triangle will be bursting with Oktoberfest celebrations. You'll find them at breweries, restaurants, music venues and more. At some of these celebrations you can enjoy beer that's not available other times of years. At some you can enjoy wiener dog racing, beer stein hoisting competitions, and … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest celebrations in the Triangle in 2025
Fall Festival at Burwell School Historic Site in Hillsborough Sept. 27
The Burwell School Historic Site, 319 N Churton Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Fall Festival on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The festival brings together community, history, and seasonal celebration on the historic home's beautiful grounds. Activities include: Limited pie tasting tickets and vendor items will be available for … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Burwell School Historic Site in Hillsborough Sept. 27
Tap Yard Faire at Tap Yard Raleigh Sept. 27 — sword fighting and Renaissance-inspired fun
Tap Yard Raleigh, a neighborhood bar, beer garden and community space at 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting their first ever Tap Yard Faire on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. Doors open at 12 p.m. Admission is free, and parking is free too. Enjoy an afternoon of sword fighting demonstrations, unique vendors and a festive atmosphere inspired by the … [Read more...] about Tap Yard Faire at Tap Yard Raleigh Sept. 27 — sword fighting and Renaissance-inspired fun
Visit alpacas for free at Alpacachino Ranch’s Grand Opening Sept. 27
Alpacachino Ranch, 6501 Efland Cedar Grove Road, Cedar Grove, North Carolina, is opening up to visitors for the first time ever on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. This also happens to be National Alpaca Farm Day! The ranch is 49 miles to the northwest of Raleigh and 23 miles from Durham and Chapel Hill. It's just 10 miles from Hillsborough. Admission on September 27 will be … [Read more...] about Visit alpacas for free at Alpacachino Ranch’s Grand Opening Sept. 27
Fall Festival at Pace Family Farms Sept. 27 (including free hot dogs)
Pace Family Farms, 12701 Buffalo Road, Clayton (or Archer Lodge), North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free, and there will be FREE hot dogs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Play games, and explore the farm. This is a great time to shop for pumpkings! … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Pace Family Farms Sept. 27 (including free hot dogs)
Oktoberfest at TCB — The Corner Biergarten Sept. 27 (and more)
TCB - The Corner Biergarten, 1625 N. Main St., Ste. 133, Fuquay-Varina, is a fun and dog-friendly German Taproom and Bottle Shop. Enjoy 20+ German, Craft, and Domestic Beers on tap as well as a large selection of ciders, wines and craft sodas. You can find TCB's upcoming events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Plant Bingo at TCBFriday, September 26, 20256:30 p.m.$5 per bingo … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at TCB — The Corner Biergarten Sept. 27 (and more)
Shrektoberfest Block Party at DSSOLVR Durham Sept 27
DSSOLVR, at 630 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Shrektoberfest Block Party on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Costumes are encouraged! Shrektoberfest Schedule … [Read more...] about Shrektoberfest Block Party at DSSOLVR Durham Sept 27
