Durham celebrates Mardi Gras in a big way. The main event is always on Fat Tuesday, which is March 4, 2025. It will be free. The places you can expect updates are the Bulltown Stutters' Facebook page and Durham Mardi Gras' Facebook page. In addition, there is a family-friendly event the Sunday before Fat Tuesday, at The Scrap Exchange. Read on for details about events on both … [Read more...] about Durham Mardi Gras, including a bar crawl, daytime family event and the Fat Tuesday parade
Dance
Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Method Road 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 Method Road Park, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Method Road Park
Bellydance Party at Sophie’s, with mini-lesson
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, February 21, 20257 to 8:30 p.m.Free 7 p.m. show, followed by a mini-lesson and audience dancing at 8 p.m. Shalimar, Shahzaadee and Laylianah will … [Read more...] about Bellydance Party at Sophie’s, with mini-lesson
3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31
The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration, with Artist Studio Project, are presenting the 3rd Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages, including the young … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31
Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño April 6
Revista Latina NC is presenting a free festival, Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño, on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 3 to 7 p.m., at Raleigh Rose Garden, 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date, again... This Children's Day Cultural Festival will celebrate cultures and traditions through: … [Read more...] about Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño April 6
Paddy on the Green St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Lafayette Village March 8
Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, is a European style village in North Raleigh, with locally owned restaurants, upscale shopping and underground parking. Follow Lafayette Village on Facebook to learn more and to stay up to date. They're hosting Paddy on the Green St. Patrick's Day Festival on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. This festival features: Look for … [Read more...] about Paddy on the Green St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Lafayette Village March 8
Valentines Time Travel — 70s, 80s, 90s Dance
Roots Guatemalan Grill & Bar, 4810 Hope Valley Road, Durham, North Carolina, is the spot for Valentines Time Travel on Friday, February 14, 2025, at 8 p.m. Celebrate St. Valentine with our sweetheart or sweetheart yet to be by dancing to the sounds of our youth with: Come early and dine at this nice restaurant. Check out the menu here.This is a large spacious two room place with pool … [Read more...] about Valentines Time Travel — 70s, 80s, 90s Dance
Children’s Day Festival of Cary: International music, dance, crafts, food
On Saturday, April 19, 2025, Children's Day Festival of Cary will take place from 1 to 7 p.m. at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Admission is free. It is a mini version of the nation-wide celebrations that have been taking place in Turkey for the past 88 years as a national holiday, a children’s version of the international festival, and an event where … [Read more...] about Children’s Day Festival of Cary: International music, dance, crafts, food
Nuv Yug India Fest March 22
The Nuv Yug India Fest takes place Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Jim Graham Building at the State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. Parking is also free. The festival features approximately 120 unique dance and music performances throughout the day. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Nuv Yug India Fest March 22
North Carolina Pickle Festival in nearby Mount Olive
The very popular North Carolina Pickle Festival is returning as an in-person and in-pickle event on April 26, 2025, with some events the night before. It takes place in nearby Mount Olive, North Carolina, the home of Mt. Olive Company. This is a free event. Mount Olive is just about an hour's drive, to the southeast, from Raleigh, and is a little closer for those along I-40 East, like … [Read more...] about North Carolina Pickle Festival in nearby Mount Olive