The last Friday of every month, from February to November, 2025, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Starting in March, Hillsborough Arts Council will present special programming each month. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be live … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Aug. 29 — art, music, poetry, dancing, more…
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Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 1
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will host its annual Diwali Festival on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The festival is free and open to everyone. Diwali is known as the "Festival of Lights," and it celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 1
Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 13
Carolina Circus Festival is a FREE event that will take place in Cary on September 13, 2025, from 3 to 9:30 p.m. The festival is a full day of circus related workshops and shows. There will also be a full market of vendors and food. It takes place in Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 13
Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park
Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Free to participate. If you have drums, shakers, etc., please bring them, but there might be a few available to borrow. The event is held every Wednesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Pullen Park in Raleigh. In colder months it will take place at … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park
Day of the Dead celebration with Revista Latina Oct 26
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, with Revista Latina, at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event. This event includes: … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead celebration with Revista Latina Oct 26
Bellydance show and lesson at Sophie’s Sept. 13
Sophie's Grill and Bar, 2734 NC-55, Cary, North Carolina, hosts bellydance parties. Admission is free with the purchase of a drink or meal. After the performance, the audience is invited to dance. Here's what's coming up. Bellydance PartyFriday, September 13, 20257 to 8:30 p.m.Free 7 p.m. show, followed by a mini-lesson and audience dancing at 8 p.m. Reservations are recommended. 919-757-3317 … [Read more...] about Bellydance show and lesson at Sophie’s Sept. 13
Apex Latino Arts Festival Sept 27
The Apex Latino Arts Festival will take place Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 3 to 9 p.m., at The Depot, 220 N Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Festival Features Entertainment Schedule … [Read more...] about Apex Latino Arts Festival Sept 27
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
CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 16
The Raleigh-Durham AfroCaribbean-Association presents the Annual CaribMask Carnival Parade and Festival Village on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 12 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. The parade starts at 12 p.m. at the North Carolina State Capitol, and proceeds to the festival village, which is at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. The festival village and main stage entertainment will … [Read more...] about CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 16
Capital Squares: Free Square Dance Open House Aug. 12
The square dancing group, Capital Squares, is hosting a Square Dance Open House on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, from 7 to 8 p.m., at St. James United Methodist Church, 3808 St. James Church Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, in Carson Hall. Never square danced? Think you've got two left feet? Perfect! You'll fit right in. The open house is a night of fun, music and laughter. Please RSVP on … [Read more...] about Capital Squares: Free Square Dance Open House Aug. 12
