Many people love to see the ballet, The Nutcracker, during the Christmas season, and the Triangle always affords several chances to do so. Performances are presented by youth and adult groups, and include both traditional presentations and performances with innovative twists. Included this list are The Nutcracker, which is the full ballet, and The Nutcracker Suite, which is a selection of … [Read more...] about 7 productions of Nutcracker in the Triangle in 2025
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Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 7
The City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is hosting the Annual Day of the Dead celebration on Friday, November 7, 2025. The event is in collaboration with Artist Studio Project and The Friends of COR Museum. The event takes place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and is free to attend. It features a children's Catrina altar by artist Lety Alvarez and her students. Look for … [Read more...] about Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 7
The Oak City Salsa Social Nov. 5! FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series
The Oak City Salsa Social is a live music and dance series that takes place the 1st Wednesday of the month, from June to November, 2025, at Transfer Co. Ballroom, 500 E Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At each of these events there will be a dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. followed by live music and dancing from 8 to 10 p.m. There will be a Red Carpet Photo Booth, and food and drinks will be … [Read more...] about The Oak City Salsa Social Nov. 5! FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series
North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
The North Carolina Whirligig Festival takes place in downtown Wilson, a little less than an hour east of Raleigh, on Saturday, November 1, and Sunday, November 2, 2025. 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 are 20 to 50 feet in … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
Taste of China: Chinese Food & Culture Festival in Cary Nov 1
Taste of China: Chinese Cuisine & Culture Festival is a celebration of Chinese culture, including authentic cuisine, traditional performances and cultural exhibits. It's co-hosted by the Town of Cary and the Chinese-American Friendship Association of North Carolina. The festival takes place Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 321 S Academy Street … [Read more...] about Taste of China: Chinese Food & Culture Festival in Cary Nov 1
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
Discover Dance: Learn Thriller at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 31
Discover Dance is an ongoing event series at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. 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. K-Pop K-Pop night returns after being postponed, bringing the energy to the Great Lawn Pavilion from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Learn new moves with … [Read more...] about Discover Dance: Learn Thriller at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 31
Halloween At The Plant in Pittsboro
The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Halloween @ The Plant on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 4 to 9 p.m. It's free to attend. Schedule of Events Check for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Halloween At The Plant in Pittsboro
(Dis)connected: Tales of Poe, Shelley, Fears and Fury by Carolina Dance Theater Oct. 29
Carolina Dance Theater presents (Dis)connected: Tales of Poe, Shelley, Fears and Fury on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 7 p.m., at Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 to $18. Purchase tickets. Classic tales take on a new twist as dance takes us where words alone can not. Confront your fears as the power and fury of movement immerse the audience and … [Read more...] about (Dis)connected: Tales of Poe, Shelley, Fears and Fury by Carolina Dance Theater Oct. 29
Weekly Swing Dancing at Back Studio Stomp in Durham (pay what you can)
Back Studio Stomp, 2603 S. Miami Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, hosts swing dancing every Tuesday. There is a beginner and intermediate lesson from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., and then social dancing from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. This weekly event takes place in the back left studio. Both are "pay what you can," with a suggested donation of $5 for the lesson and $10 for the social dance. The focus of the … [Read more...] about Weekly Swing Dancing at Back Studio Stomp in Durham (pay what you can)
