Kick off Durham Third Friday with Durham Art Guild and Durham Arts Council at CCB Plaza, 201 N Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, on March 20, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be live painting, music, dancing and creative surprises. Swing by the Downtown Durham Inc. info table for maps, popcorn, gifts, and everything you need to plan your art-filled adventure. Then take that map and … [Read more...] about Third Friday at CCB Plaza: Live painting, music, dancing and more March 20
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Fisherette Art Gallery & Exchange March 14
The Fisherette is a collective where artists and art appreciators can meet peers, display favorite pieces, vend for free, and exchange craft supplies. The event takes place on March 14, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., at RUMAH (Raleigh United Mutual Aid Hub), 415 Hillsborough Street, Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Are you a local artist looking for community? Do you want to … [Read more...] about Fisherette Art Gallery & Exchange March 14
Art in Bloom Stargazing Community Night at NC Museum of Art March 14
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and the Raleigh Astronomy Club are joining up for a night of sky watching in the Museum Park at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. This special stargazing event is a celebration of NCMA's Art in Bloom exhibition. It celebrates the zodiac theme of … [Read more...] about Art in Bloom Stargazing Community Night at NC Museum of Art March 14
Capital Quilters Guild’s Annual Quilt Show March 13-14
Capital Quilters Guild's Annual Quilt Show takes place March 13 and 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is $10 per day. Admission is free for ages 10 and under. View approximately 200 beautiful judged quilts. You can participate in the Charity Silent Auction and vote for your … [Read more...] about Capital Quilters Guild’s Annual Quilt Show March 13-14
Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black History Month at Haven Farm in Knightdale March 8
Haven Farm Venue and Shoppe, at 8521 Buffaloe Road, Knightdale, North Carolina, is hosting Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black Excellence for All on March 8, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free, family-friendly event. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black History Month at Haven Farm in Knightdale March 8
First Friday at CoLab March 6: Lyrical
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: LyricalFriday, March 6, 20266 to 11 p.m.Free CoLab is celebrating March with a birdsong sing-a-long called “Lyrical”. Come see how visual artists represent music, use … [Read more...] about First Friday at CoLab March 6: Lyrical
Feminist First Friday at Hartwell March 6: free headshots, art, vendors, more…
Downtown Raleigh Alliance presents Feminist First Friday on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Hartwell, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event is part of Raleigh's First Friday festivities, and is honor of Women's History Month, which takes place in March. Feminist First Friday features: … [Read more...] about Feminist First Friday at Hartwell March 6: free headshots, art, vendors, more…
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
25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art Feb. 28
North Carolina Museum of History's 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed for renovation. The festival takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast for January 31. This … [Read more...] about 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art Feb. 28
Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
Holly Springs Parks and Recreation and Holly Springs Cultural Center are hosting Black Expressions -- a Celebration of Art, Voice and Performance on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6 p.m., at Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration starts with an artist reception from 6 to 7 p.m. The art reception is free to attend. Meet the artists and … [Read more...] about Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
