ZincHouse Winery & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a St. Patrick's Day celebration on Sunday, March 15 2026, from 12 to 7:30 p.m. It was announced on Facebook. Admission is free. Ages 21+. The celebration includes live music, Irish dancers, bagpipers, and, of course plenty of drink options. Choose from 400+ wine selections, 12 craft bears, cocktails … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Celebration at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery March 15
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55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 16
The 56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival will take place Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This festival is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. This is a FREE event for all ages. The event typically includes: Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Main Stage … [Read more...] about 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 16
Lunar New Year 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse in the Triangle
The Lunar New Year takes place February 17, 2026, and is celebrated for several weeks, starting in late January. Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it's also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea. 2026 is the Year of the Horse in most Asian countries! If you were born in 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, or 1942, after the Lunar New Year (late … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse in the Triangle
CAFA Lunar New Year Spectacular: Music, Dance & Tradition Feb. 8
Chinese American Friendship Association is presenting its Lunar New Year Spectacular on Sunday, February 8, 2026, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets are $25.52. Purchase here. The event, which is also called the Chinese New Year Gala, features more than 400 performers … [Read more...] about CAFA Lunar New Year Spectacular: Music, Dance & Tradition Feb. 8
Lunar New Year Market with Triangle Pop-Up in Raleigh Feb. 7 — Lion Dance, comedy, music, more…
Triangle Pop-Up is presenting a Lunar New Year Market on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Raleigh Iron Works, 2200 Atlantic Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event that spotlights the AAPI (Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders) community. Community members will be performing, including singers, comedians and lion dancers. Shop from AAPI (Asian American … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Market with Triangle Pop-Up in Raleigh Feb. 7 — Lion Dance, comedy, music, more…
Lunar New Year Celebration at Seymour Center in Chapel Hill (registration required)
Orange County Department on Aging is hosting a Lunar New Year celebration at Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. It's free but registration is required. Register by Friday, February 6, 2026, by calling 919-968-2070. This event was announced on Facebook. The celebration features: … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Celebration at Seymour Center in Chapel Hill (registration required)
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
Apex Holi Festival March 14
Holi is a popular Hindu festival. It's also known as the "Festival of Love," "The Festival of Colors," and "The Festival of Spring." The most well-known aspect of Holi is a free-for-all throwing of colored powder at participants. The Town of Apex and Hum Sub are hosting the Apex Holi Festival on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Salem Middle School, 6150 Old Jenks Road, Apex, … [Read more...] about Apex Holi Festival March 14
26th Annual Triangle Lebanese Festival in Raleigh March 21-22
The Triangle Lebanese-American Center is presenting the Lebanese Festival at its center at 241 Horizon Drive, Raleigh, on March 21 and 22, 2026. Hours are: Admission and parking are free. The festival includes: … [Read more...] about 26th Annual Triangle Lebanese Festival in Raleigh March 21-22
Canceled: Lunar New Year Family Day at Artspace Jan. 31
UPDATE: This event has been canceled, due to the weather. Artspace, FASCA and Raleigh Chinese Language School are hosting a Lunar New Year Family Day on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The celebration takes place at Artspace, 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Enjoy an art-filled day featuring exhibitions by local artists, art making … [Read more...] about Canceled: Lunar New Year Family Day at Artspace Jan. 31
