Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13, 2025. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
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International Cultural Festival in Fuquay-Varina Sep 13
Fuquay-Varina's Annual International Cultural Festival takes place Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Fuquay-Varina Arts Center, 123 East Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC. It was announced on Facebook. This is a free event. No tickets are required. Celebrate the diversity of Fuquay-Varina. Enjoy performances, visual art, vendor and food trucks, all with an international … [Read more...] about International Cultural Festival in Fuquay-Varina Sep 13
Opening of Cynthia Aldrich’s “Femininity Revered” Sculpture Show at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Church Sept. 7
Cynthia Aldrich will be exhibiting her stunning ceramic sculptures inspired by the beauty of the female form at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Church, 4907 Garrett Road, Durham North Carolina, from September 7 to November 6, 2025. Each sculpture in "Femininity Revered" has been handbuilt from coils of clay and the surfaces are embellished with a variety of techniques to create texture and … [Read more...] about Opening of Cynthia Aldrich’s “Femininity Revered” Sculpture Show at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Church Sept. 7
83rd Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival Sept. 6-7
The 83rd Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival takes place Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, 2025, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, at NC State Fairgrounds, Holshouser Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. The theme this year is "Happy Holidays." Tickets are $5, with kids under 13 admitted for free. The festival features: This is a great opportunity to shop for a … [Read more...] about 83rd Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival Sept. 6-7
WalkUP: Inaugural art, music and garden walk in University Park, Raleigh on Sept. 6
The University Park Community in Raleigh is hosting WalkUP: Experience University Park on Saturday, September 6, 2025. This is a free art, music and garden walk. Many venues are hosting special events. Free to participate! It takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The following Google Map shows all the locations and what you'll find at each one. Some of the highlights are: Be sure to … [Read more...] about WalkUP: Inaugural art, music and garden walk in University Park, Raleigh on Sept. 6
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
Plein Air Drawing and Painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery Sept. 4
Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, for Plein Air drawing and painting. These sessions take place the first Thursday of the month, through December 4, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Dates in 2025: It's free to participate. Led by program coordinator and artist Brianna McCormick, the group will meet … [Read more...] about Plein Air Drawing and Painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery Sept. 4
Art Swarm in Cary Sep. 3-7 — Plein Air Painting, Open Studios, more…
Art Swarm, presented by Fine Arts League of Cary, is a five day celebration of art in Downtown Cary, North Carolina. The event features plein-air painting, open studios, hands-on workshops and community art projects. Art Swarm includes art workshops, which have fees and require registration, but also many free events and activities. Art Swarm events take place in many venues in Cary. You can … [Read more...] about Art Swarm in Cary Sep. 3-7 — Plein Air Painting, Open Studios, more…
Art Uncovered — find art and keep it at a scavenger hunt at Hub RTP Sept. 2
Hub RTP, 3151 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Art Uncovered, a free community scavenger hunt on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, where participants can uncover 13 original artworks from up-and-coming North Carolina artist Britt Flood. Art lovers, adventure seekers and RTP employees–get ready to explore! Join us for Art Uncovered, an interactive scavenger hunt at Hub RTP in … [Read more...] about Art Uncovered — find art and keep it at a scavenger hunt at Hub RTP Sept. 2
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show at NC State Fairgrounds Aug. 29 to Sept. 1
Treasures of the Earth is a gem, mineral and jewelry show that is coming to the Kerr Scott Building at NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, for three weekends in 2025. It's inexpensive to attend -- just $8 for adults and free for ages 16 and under. Your ticket is good for the whole weekend. In addition, there's a coupon available for $1 off. This … [Read more...] about Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show at NC State Fairgrounds Aug. 29 to Sept. 1
