The International Festival will take place September 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., at NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enter through Gate 9. It's at the field close to Martin Building. Over 30 cultures will be represented in this celebration. Admission is free. The festival will feature: … [Read more...] about The International Festival Sept. 20
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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
Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
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
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
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
