Cedar Creek Gallery, at 1150 Fleming Road, Creedmoor, North Carolina, sells and displays the work over 200 accomplished craftspeople. It's a gallery, a museum, a nursery and a community of working studio craftspeople. You can bring the whole family and not only shop for art, but also enjoy a picnic on the landscaped grounds. Cedar Creek Gallery is hosting their Pottery and Glass Festival from … [Read more...] about Fall Pottery and Glass Festival at Cedar Creek Gallery in Creedmoor in October — tons of demos
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Iron Pour at Sertoma Arts Center Oct. 11
Sertoma Arts Center, at 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Iron Pour on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's free to watch. Join artist Jim Gallucci and his team for an iron pour and see public art for Sertoma Park being created in real time! Watch as molten iron is poured into sand molds during this dramatic and high-energy event and learn about … [Read more...] about Iron Pour at Sertoma Arts Center Oct. 11
Illuminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival Oct. 5
lluminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival is a holistic wellness and arts event that offers free admission, free workshops, and low-cost services. It takes place on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Come and enjoy aura photography, crystals, original art, sound healing, vetted intuitive readings, handmade … [Read more...] about Illuminate Durham Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festival Oct. 5
Dia de Oakwood Flower Making Workshops at Dix Park
In partnership with the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources & the North Carolina Museum of Art, Dia de Oakwood enters its third year as a cultural and educational arts project. Rooted in the traditions of Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican tradition that celebrates family and ancestry. Learn more about Dia de Oakwood. Dix Park is hosting several unique … [Read more...] about Dia de Oakwood Flower Making Workshops at Dix Park
End Paper: Art Book Market at North Carolina Museum of Art Sept. 20-21, including free workshops, tours, film, more…
End Paper: NCMA Art Book Fair is a celebration of book arts and print communities. On September 20 and 21, 2025, North Carolina Museum of Art presents over 70 vendors and exhibitors who feature original art books, prints, comics, zines, and more for sale. The event is free to attend and takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. As well as the art book fair there will be both ticketed and … [Read more...] about End Paper: Art Book Market at North Carolina Museum of Art Sept. 20-21, including free workshops, tours, film, more…
The International Festival Aug. 29 and 30
The International Festival will take place August 29 and 30, 2026, at Theatre Raleigh, 6638 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Hours are: Ticket prices vary. Tickets include meals. Learn more here. … [Read more...] about The International Festival Aug. 29 and 30
CenterFest Community Collage Afternoon at Duham Visitor Information Center Sept. 20 (plus free pizza!)
Stop by Durham Visitor Info Center, 212 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, during CenterFest weekend, for a hands-on art experience. Community Collage Afternoon will be led by local artist River Takada in partnership with Observable Universe on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. This is a free event. Create your own unique collaged postcard to take home. All supplies … [Read more...] about CenterFest Community Collage Afternoon at Duham Visitor Information Center Sept. 20 (plus free pizza!)
Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community by Durham Art Guild — special game night Sept. 19
The Durham Art Guild will host Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community from September 6 to October 5, 2025, at the Golden Belt Gallery, Suite 9-157A, 800 Taylor St., Durham, North Carolina. Just in time for National Hispanic Heritage Month, this vibrant exhibit by local photographer Anthony Garza reimagines traditional lotería cards through portraits and stories … [Read more...] about Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community by Durham Art Guild — special game night Sept. 19
Live at the Boxyard Sept. 13: free, interactive art event
Live at Boxyard is a free, interactive event where you can connect with local artists, watch live demonstrations in action, and try hands-on art yourself. It takes place Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This isn’t your traditional gallery visit—this is art you can feel, make, and be part of. This … [Read more...] about Live at the Boxyard Sept. 13: free, interactive art event
Community Celebration of the Arts in Wake Forest Oct. 11
The Wake Forest Public Art Commission (PAC invites residents to a special Community Celebration of the Arts on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St. Free and open to the public, this family-friendly event will include food, music, and a variety of arts activities for children of all ages. This family-friendly event will … [Read more...] about Community Celebration of the Arts in Wake Forest Oct. 11
