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: Camp!Friday, November 6, 20266 to 11 p.m.Free Get ready folks, November’s theme is Camp! Put on your cha-cha heels and come see how something serious can become … [Read more...] about First Friday at CoLab Nov. 6: Camp!
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Durham Fringe Festival Oct. 30 to Nov. 8
The inaugural Durham FRINGE Festival brings more than 50 Durham-based artists to more than 20 Downtown Durham venues over 10 days. The festival includes both ticketed events and free events. Carolina Theatre created and presents the festival, but performances and installations will take place throughout Downtown Durham rather than inside the Carolina Theatre. The festival features visual art … [Read more...] about Durham Fringe Festival Oct. 30 to Nov. 8
Festifall Arts Market in Chapel Hill Nov. 7
Festifall Arts Market returns to Chapel Hill on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. This year it's at a new location, the parking lot at 100 East Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Meet artists, take part in art activities, and enjoy live performances, and shop paintings, pottery, jewelry, woodwork, clothing, soaps, candles, and … [Read more...] about Festifall Arts Market in Chapel Hill Nov. 7
Pop Shop: Pop Up ARTernative Market at Chapel of Bones Coffee Nov. 1
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 Nov. 1
All Hallow’s Smash at The Scrap Exchange Oct. 31
All Hallow's Smash is an Iron Pour and Smash Fest Pre-Party, presented by Liberty Arts and The Scrap Exchange. It takes place at The Scrap Exchange, 2050 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. It's free to attend. Join Liberty Arts’ Iron Breaking Captains to smash reclaimed scrap iron! Everything you destroy will become art during the … [Read more...] about All Hallow’s Smash at The Scrap Exchange Oct. 31
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 effort … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
Orange County Artists Guild 32nd Annual Open Studio Tour
The 2026 Orange County Artists Guild Studio Tour takes place the first two full weekends in November. The studios are free to visit. This is the 32nd year for this event. Hours are: You'll have the chance to see the art of 106 artists in 85 studios, in a relaxed environment, while exploring Orange County, North Carolina. The studios are in Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Hillsborough, as well as … [Read more...] about Orange County Artists Guild 32nd Annual Open Studio Tour
Final Friday Cary Art Loop Oct. 30
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 Oct. 30
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Oct. 30, including Makers Market, live music and more…
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 Oct. 30, including Makers Market, live music and more…
Orange County Artist Guild Studio Tour Preview Show – Opening Reception at Hillsborough Gallery of Arts Oct. 30
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton St., Hillsborough, is owned and operated by local artists. Hillsborough Gallery of Arts represents established artists exhibiting modern and contemporary fine art and fine craft. Artworks include painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, fiber art, jewelry, blown glass, fused glass, stained glass, metals, encaustics, enamels, watercolors and … [Read more...] about Orange County Artist Guild Studio Tour Preview Show – Opening Reception at Hillsborough Gallery of Arts Oct. 30
