The second Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., head to Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the 2nd Friday ArtWalk. Explore art galleries, artist studios, shops and restaurants. There will also be live music, performances, spoken word poetry and more. Venues are generally open late afternoon and evening hours. 2nd Friday ArtWalk events and activities are free and open to all. Here are … [Read more...] about 2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
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31st Annual Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition in Hillsborough
Garden Art Gallery, at 1902 Borland Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting the 31st annual Art in the Garden sculpture exhibition May 2, 3, and 9, 2026 It's free to attend. Art in the Garden is an outdoor exhibition of both regional and nationally recognized sculptors. The sculpture gardens include acres of intimate garden settings, winding paths and open spaces. The perfect … [Read more...] about 31st Annual Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition in Hillsborough
The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2026 season. Dates … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro May 10
The Durham Craft Market Spring Fling May 3
The Durham Craft Market is celebrating 20 years of bringing you beautiful, locally made goods with a special event. Spring Fling Market will take place under the pavilion in Durham Central Park, 401 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition the artists displaying and selling their work, Spring Fling features: Member Artists Guest … [Read more...] about The Durham Craft Market Spring Fling May 3
Pop Shop: Pop Up ARTernative Market at Chapel of Bones Coffee May 3
Chapel of Bones Coffee, at 658 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a fresh brewed gourmet coffee shop with a full bar, featuring live music and entertainment in a unique atmosphere. You can find their upcoming events on their website calendar or Facebook page. Read on to learn about one of them! Pop Shop ARTernative Market1st Sunday of the month10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free All ages event … [Read more...] about Pop Shop: Pop Up ARTernative Market at Chapel of Bones Coffee May 3
Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Wake Forest's Six Sundays in Spring concert series is back in 2026. The free, family-friendly concert series will take place every Sunday from April 26 to May 31, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The concerts will feature music from a wide variety of genres. Six Sundays in Spring Concert Schedule 2026 Info about … [Read more...] about Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Artspace Open Studio Sundays
Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on their website calendar, and you can find updates on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events First FridaySpecial events the first Friday of the month, scheduled … [Read more...] about Artspace Open Studio Sundays
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3
HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically other vendors, plus art and music. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 530 S. White Street, Wake Forest, on … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3
4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
4th Annual International Children’s Day and Luisito's Bilingual Book Fair will take place Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages. It features performances, authors, and family activities. Featured Performances: Featured … [Read more...] about 4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
First Friday at CoLab May 1: Figured Out
The CoLab, at 14 Glenwood Avenue, Suite #17, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a supportive community of artists. CoLab holds many events, which you can find at thecolabraleigh.com. Here's is an event that's coming up. First Friday: Figured OutFriday, May 1, 20266 to 11 p.m.Free The human form has been a source of inspiration and exploration for as long as people have been making art. This … [Read more...] about First Friday at CoLab May 1: Figured Out
