The last Friday of every month, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be entertainment, which might be live music, circus performers, spoken word poetry and more. Art receptions and events take place … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Sept. 25, including Makers Market, live music and more…
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Cary Gallery of Artists’ Final Friday Reception Sept. 25
Cary Gallery of Artists, at 200 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is a cooperative operated by local artists. It features contemporary and traditional fine art and craft, with more than 300 artworks exhibited by 24 artists from around the Triangle. Displays change monthly, and are introduced with a "Final Friday" evening reception. Final Friday Reception The Final Friday Receptions … [Read more...] about Cary Gallery of Artists’ Final Friday Reception Sept. 25
Come Out and Play sculpture show in Pittsboro — enjoy art and live music on the farm
The Come Out and Play sculpture show will take place at JimGin Farm, 150 Wild Horse Run, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, 2026, and then every Saturday through September 26, 2026. Each day it takes place from 12 p.m. until dark. This is a chance to see a wide variety of work from artists from around the Triangle, including sculpture, painting, glass fusing … [Read more...] about Come Out and Play sculpture show in Pittsboro — enjoy art and live music on the farm
Final Friday Cary Art Loop Sept. 25
The final Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., downtown Cary showcases its artists and musicians during Final Friday Cary Art Loop. Visit art galleries and enjoy live performances. Scroll down for an interactive map of all the participating venues, but make sure to check the Cary Art Loop Facebook page or website to make sure there is activity at each. Cary Final Friday Map … [Read more...] about Final Friday Cary Art Loop Sept. 25
38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden at North Carolina Botanical Garden
The 38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden show is taking place at North Carolina Botanical Garden, 100 Mason Farm Road (on the UNC Chapel Hill campus) from September 13 to December 6, 2026. You can come by and see the sculptures in the outdoor garden setting during the Garden's normal hours: The Garden is closed on Mondays and University holidays, including Thanksgiving. It's free to visit, … [Read more...] about 38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden at North Carolina Botanical Garden
Artist in Residence Series on Tuesdays at JB Duke Hotel — watch art being created
JB Duke Hotel, 230 Science Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting their Artist in Residence Series in fall of 2026. This program is in partnership with Durham Art Guild. Every Tuesday evening, starting at 6 p.m., through October 27, 2026, a visiting artist will be working on JB Duke Hotel's lobby, creating a masterpiece in real time. There is no Artist in Residence event scheduled for October … [Read more...] about Artist in Residence Series on Tuesdays at JB Duke Hotel — watch art being created
Closing Reception for Indelible: Tattooed Ceramics at Claymakers Gallery Sept. 25
Claymakers, at 470 Salem Street, Durham, North Carolina, is sharing the exhibition, Indelible: Tattooed Ceramics, from August 7 to September 25, 2026. Indelible features 40 ceramic artworks by 14 potters, painted with designs by 20 tattoo artists. Each piece was created by members of two distinct artistic communities collaborating across mediums and styles to create something new. All artworks … [Read more...] about Closing Reception for Indelible: Tattooed Ceramics at Claymakers Gallery Sept. 25
Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 19-20
CenterFest is Durham's largest cultural and community event, as well as North Carolina's longest running street art festival. CenterFest will take place Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, 2026. CenterFest takes place in the downtown Durham loop on Main and Chapel Hill Streets in the Five Points and CCB Plaza areas. Admission is free, with a $5 suggested donation at the gate. … [Read more...] about Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 19-20
Grand Opening Weekend of Juliet Books in Cary Sept. 18-19
Juliet Books, at 200 Parkthrough Street, Cary, North Carolina, is holding a Grand Opening Weekend Celebration on September 18 and 19, 2026. On Friday, September 18, 2026, there will be a Kendra Scott Pop-Up from 6 to 8 p.m. Shop for jewelry while enjoying live music and browsing the shelves. Then celebrate from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Saturday Schedule 10:00 a.m. … [Read more...] about Grand Opening Weekend of Juliet Books in Cary Sept. 18-19
Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
On Saturday mornings, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. Founded in 2006, what started as a grassroots … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
