Durham Earth Day Festival will take place Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Durham Earth Day Festival is free to attend. This event features music, kids' activities, an Earth Day Parade and much more. Check back soon for details. … [Read more...] about Durham Earth Day Festival April 19
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PeakFest at new location in Apex in 2026
PeakFest returns to Apex on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Please note that this year it's at Town Hall, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. New parking spaces recently added in the downtown Saunders Lot and Moore Street lot are a short walk away from Town Hall. The festival takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free to attend. … [Read more...] about PeakFest at new location in Apex in 2026
Lunar New Year Celebration at Seymour Center in Chapel Hill (registration required)
Orange County Department on Aging is hosting a Lunar New Year celebration at Seymour Center, 2551 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. It's free but registration is required. Register by Friday, February 6, 2026, by calling 919-968-2070. This event was announced on Facebook. The celebration features: … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Celebration at Seymour Center in Chapel Hill (registration required)
Free concert with Pianist and Composer Mikael Darmanie at Cary Arts Center Feb. 6
Cary Apex Piano Teacher's Association is hosting a piano recital by Mikael Darmanie, a pianist and composer. This is a free event that takes place Friday, February 6, 2026, at 7 p.m., at Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. Pianist Mikael Darmanie has performed throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Russia, and the Caribbean in appearances at The Weill Institute at … [Read more...] about Free concert with Pianist and Composer Mikael Darmanie at Cary Arts Center Feb. 6
Liberation Listening Session with Education Justice Alliance Feb. 7
Liberation Listening Session is a free event on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Education Justice Alliance Hub, 202 N Tarboro street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Listen to music that tells our stories and moves our souls. Celebrate the soundtrack of generations! Join us as we honor the powerful legacy of Black music with a listening session. We will start with the rhythms of … [Read more...] about Liberation Listening Session with Education Justice Alliance Feb. 7
Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 mile south of I-40 Exit 274. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Enjoy fabulous Greek food and scrumptious … [Read more...] about Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
8th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival in Cary April 11
The Town of Cary is once again celebrating pimento cheese! The Annual Pimento Cheese Festival takes place April 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Food trucks and vendors will serve their regular menus, plus new dishes that feature pimento cheese. Past items have included pimento cheese ice cream, egg rolls, empanadas, and … [Read more...] about 8th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival in Cary April 11
Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 2
The Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Historic Downtown Smithfield. Smithfield is in Johnston County, about a 34 minute drive southeast of Raleigh. Check back soon for the schedule. The festival features a full day of art, music, kids' activities, food and more. A popular feature of the festival is the "What's That Yam Thing?" in which children turn … [Read more...] about Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 2
26th Annual Triangle Lebanese Festival in Raleigh March 21-22
The Triangle Lebanese-American Center is presenting the Lebanese Festival at its center at 241 Horizon Drive, Raleigh, on March 21 and 22, 2026. Hours are: Admission and parking are free. The festival includes: … [Read more...] about 26th Annual Triangle Lebanese Festival in Raleigh March 21-22
Margaret Lane Gallery: Opening reception for From the Heart Jan. 30
Margaret Lane Gallery, 121 West Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, features work from 35+ local artists, monthly curated show and rotating exhibits. The art gallery also hosts events and workshops. Learn about upcoming events on their website and Facebook page. Last Friday Art WalkFriday, January 30, 20266 to 9 p.m.Free During Last Friday Art Walk: Opening reception for From the … [Read more...] about Margaret Lane Gallery: Opening reception for From the Heart Jan. 30
