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 2024
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North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
Check back soon. In 2024, these were the hours: 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 … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 2
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will host its first Diwali Festival on Saturday, November 2, 2024, 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. 2
8th Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 1
The City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is hosting the 8th Annual Day of the Dead celebration on Friday, November 1, 2024, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The event is in collaboration with Artist Studio Project and The Friends of COR Museum. This year the focus is Cervantine Voices. Visual artist Lety Alvarez will create the Day of the Dead … [Read more...] about 8th Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 1
Day of the Dead celebration at Raleigh’s City Plaza with Revista Latina Oct 27
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 27, 2924, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Remember deceased friends and family with: … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead celebration at Raleigh’s City Plaza with Revista Latina Oct 27
Diwali & Dandiya Night with Triangle Telangana Association Oct. 25
Triangle Telangana Association is presenting Diwali & Dandiya Night on Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6 p.m., at Net Sports, 3717 Davis Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. Enjoy music, dance and celebration. The cost is $10 for individuals and $20 for families. Registration is requested. Please follow Triangle Telengana Association's Facebook page for updates and details. Diwali is … [Read more...] about Diwali & Dandiya Night with Triangle Telangana Association Oct. 25
Global Fest in Carrboro Oct. 27
UNC Area Studies Center is presenting Global Fest (formerly Africa Fest) is a celebration of culture, art and history. This free event takes place on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. This free festival features performances and art, with food for purchase. Schedule … [Read more...] about Global Fest in Carrboro Oct. 27
Hispanic Heritage Kermes with El Futuro Sep 29
El Futuro is hosting Hispanic Heritage Kermes and their 20th Anniversary on Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 4 to 7 p.m., at 2020 Chapel Hill Road #23, Durham, North Carolina. This event is free. This celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Kermes with El Futuro Sep 29
Apex Latino Arts Festival Sept 28
The Apex Latino Arts Festival will take place Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 3 to 9 p.m., at The Depot, 220 N Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Apex Latino Arts Festival Sept 28
Saxsquatch Presents: Cryptids with a Cause Sep 28
Party with Bigfoot on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Cryptids with a Cause in Downtown Chapel Hill. A cryptid is an creature that has been claimed, but not proven, to exist. Saxsquatch is definitely real, though. He's the famous saxophone-playing Bigfoot who performs all over the place and who has amassed a considerable social media following. And guess what? He's from … [Read more...] about Saxsquatch Presents: Cryptids with a Cause Sep 28
