UNC African Studies Center is presenting Africa Fest 2023 on Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Weaver Street Market, 101 East Weaver Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The festival will be a celebration of African culture, art, and history. There will be Africa Fest-themed t-shirts for the first 50 guests and African Studies Center tote bags for 100. There will be a … [Read more...] about Africa Fest 2023 in Carrboro
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St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival Sep 24 (rescheduled date)
UPDATE: This event has been rescheduled to Sunday, September 24, 2023, due to the weather on Saturday. St. Eugene Catholic Church is holding the St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival on Sunday, September 24, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at J. Ashley Wall Town Square, 99 W. 3rd Street, Wendell. The festival is free to attend and features live entertainment, authentic cuisine … [Read more...] about St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival Sep 24 (rescheduled date)
Canceled: Morrisville International Festival Sep 23
CANCELED. This event has been canceled due to the weather forecast. The Morrisville International Festival takes place Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 12 to 6 p.m., on Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. This is a free festival. Enjoy: Look for updates on the Facebook event. Performers The Marcel Portilla Band is the headlining act for the festival. This high-energy … [Read more...] about Canceled: Morrisville International Festival Sep 23
Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sep 16
Asia Fest is returning for 2023. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary. Tickets are $8, and free for those under age 12, or age 65 and older. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sep 16
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in the Triangle
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15th to October 15th in the United States. It recognizes the rich and varied cultures of Hispanic Americans, and the contributions that they have made to the United States. In the Triangle, there are several ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Do you know of others that should be included on our calendar? Send an email to … [Read more...] about Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in the Triangle
Welcoming Week Celebration in Durham — cultural fair, dining event, soccer tournament, more…
The City of Durham is hosting Welcoming Week 2023. The week is intended to bring neighbors of all backgrounds together to build strong connections. Welcoming Week features several events from September 5 to 17, 2023. All of the events are free. Some require registration. The following event descriptions are from Durham's Welcoming Week website. City-Wide ProclamationTuesday, September 5, … [Read more...] about Welcoming Week Celebration in Durham — cultural fair, dining event, soccer tournament, more…
Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sep 9-10
Saint Sharbel Church, at 600 Mt. Vernon Church Road, Raleigh, is hosting Taste of Lebanon, Raleigh NC on Saturday, September 9, and Sunday, September 10, 2023. Admission is free, and authentic Lebanese food will be available for purchase. Taste of Lebanon, Raleigh NC is a yearly vibrant cultural and food festival celebrating the richness of Lebanese cuisine and heritage. This lively … [Read more...] about Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sep 9-10
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Raleigh Parks
Hispanic Heritage Month is from September 15 to October 15, 2023. Many Latin American countries celebrate their independence during those times. Raleigh Parks is hosting several events for Hispanic Heritage Month. Cultural Paint and Sip with Peter MarinSept. 23, 20231 - 3 p.m.Peach Road Cultural Center911 Ileagnes RoadRaleigh, NC 27603Ages: 18+Cost: $45Follow above link to … [Read more...] about Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Raleigh Parks
African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place September 2 and 3, 2023. The festival takes place on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. Make sure to check the aacfestival.org website and the festival's Facebook … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
Durham Refugee Day Festival July 8
Durham Refugee Day is a community-wide event that celebrates the contributions and cultures of our refugee and immigrant neighbors. This is a free family-friendly festival with live music, community education booths, activities for kids and food vendors from around the world. Durham Refugee Day takes place on Saturday, July 8, 2023, from 3 to 6 p.m., at the Farmers Market Pavilion at Durham … [Read more...] about Durham Refugee Day Festival July 8