Motorco, 723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Country Line Dancing on Monday, September 7, 2026, at 7p.m. This is a FREE event and all ages are welcome. Dr. Emma Armstrong-Carter will be offering guidance during the event. Boots are not even required! (But if you've got 'em, wear 'em!) … [Read more...] about Free Country Line Dancing (including a lesson!) at Motorco Sept. 7
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Diwali Celebration in Downtown Cary Park Oct. 26
The Town of Cary is hosting a Diwali celebration at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. The event is an evening of music, dance, food and community, while celebrating the Festival of Lights together. Performances and activities will be held at the Great Lawn Pavilion. … [Read more...] about Diwali Celebration in Downtown Cary Park Oct. 26
One Tribe Final Friday drum circle and fire show Aug. 28
During Cary's Final Friday Art Loop, make sure to visit the site of the old library, 310 S Academy Street, for One Tribe Final Friday Drum Circle with Fire Spinning by Caroleena and Friends on Friday, August 28, 2026. The drum circle will be taking place from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with flow arts by Caroleena and friends at 8 p.m. It generally takes place the last Friday of the month. Bring your own … [Read more...] about One Tribe Final Friday drum circle and fire show Aug. 28
Discover Dance at Downtown Cary Park: Swing dancing Aug. 28
Discover Dance is an ongoing event series at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Discover Dance takes place the last Friday of the month, through August, 2026. At each of these free events you'll learn a different style of dance. Read on to see what's coming up in the series. These events are additional hubs for the Cary Art Loop where you can explore artistic … [Read more...] about Discover Dance at Downtown Cary Park: Swing dancing Aug. 28
Hum Sub Diwali Oct. 10 — music, dance, food, fireworks, more…
Hum Sub Diwali is a celebration of Diwali at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is free and parking is $10. The festival will feature: The evening will end with fireworks over Symphony Lake. … [Read more...] about Hum Sub Diwali Oct. 10 — music, dance, food, fireworks, more…
Dancing at Dix — free square dancing Aug. 21 (registration required)
Dance the night away at Dix! Learn fun, easy dances, meet new people, and enjoy music, movement, and light refreshments. All are welcome! This FREE event takes place from 6 to 8 p.m., at Gipson Play Plaza at Dorothea Dix Park, 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, NC, on these dates: Space is limited and registration is required, at the above links. Grab your dancing shoes and join us for a lively … [Read more...] about Dancing at Dix — free square dancing Aug. 21 (registration required)
North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 7-8 in Wilson
The North Carolina Whirligig Festival takes place in downtown Wilson, a little less than an hour east of Raleigh, on Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, 2026. It's free to attend. Times The Whirligig Festival is a two-day arts festival that showcases the arts of the region, including whirligigs, North Carolina folk art created by local artist Vollis Simpson. Whirligigs … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 7-8 in Wilson
31st Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 21 (held at NC Museum of Art)
North Carolina Museum of History's popular American Indian Heritage Celebration returns on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due to the renovations at the NC Museum of History, it will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This festival is an annual celebration of the rich diversity and contributions of … [Read more...] about 31st Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 21 (held at NC Museum of Art)
CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 15
The Raleigh-Durham AfroCaribbean-Association presents the Annual CaribMask Carnival Parade and Festival Village on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is free. The parade of bands starts at 11 a.m. at Salisbury Street and Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, and ends around the same place. The festival follows. It's at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. … [Read more...] about CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 15
Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 2-3
The popular Triangle Oktoberfest returns to Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3, 2026. This is an authentic German festival focused on family fun, traditional Bavarian food, local and authentic German beers from Munich. Kids activities include live music, inflatables face painting yard games, beer, arts and crafts, and more. The … [Read more...] about Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 2-3
