The Nuv Yug India Fest takes place Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Jim Graham Building at the State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 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 21
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Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 25
Celebrate springtime and art at Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. It's free to attend. You might also be interested in this huge list of upcoming art, artisan and vintage markets in the Triangle! This festival will feature 170+ local artists and also serves as an Earth Day … [Read more...] about Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 25
Free Live Music at Fortnight Brewing in Wake Forest, and more
Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest, at 1894 S Franklin Street, Wake Forest, offers a 24-tap system, as well as three Cask engines with ales and stouts served in the traditional English way. Fortnight also features a wine menu, non-alcoholic drinks, wine slushies, and Kombusha. At the Wake Forest location, there are five large-screen TVs in the pub and a large covered outdoor seating area. You can … [Read more...] about Free Live Music at Fortnight Brewing in Wake Forest, and more
Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 6
Great news for the Triangle! Raleigh's International Food Festival is returning! It will take place Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 420 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. This very popular festival will feature a wide variety of international food, international beer and wine, international performers and more. Over 50 countries will be represented and there will be … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 6
Downtown Raleigh Illuminate Art Walk
Downtown Raleigh Alliance's Illuminate Art Walk returns to Downtown Raleigh on December 5, 2025. It will shine each night through January 6, 2026. Illuminate Art Walk will include 22 large-scale, interactive, light-based art pieces from local, regional and international artists. It will create a holiday light experience free to enjoy every night during the holiday season. Visit three … [Read more...] about Downtown Raleigh Illuminate Art Walk
Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
On January 4, 2026, the town of Selma is celebrating Three Kings Day with a free event for the whole community. Selma Three Kings Fiesta Selma Three Kings Day CelebrationSunday, January 4, 20262 to 5 p.m.Downtown Selma105 Raiford Street, Selma, NCFree Celebrate Three Kings Day in downtown Selma. A skit in both English and Spanish explaining Three Kings Day will be performed. The … [Read more...] about Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
Emancipation Day: Breakfast and Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum January 3
Emancipation Day, a long-standing North Carolina Tradition, is a commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Traditionally this was celebrated on January 1st, and included a parade and program, followed by singing, poetry reading, and speeches by both black and white leaders. The City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Emancipation Day … [Read more...] about Emancipation Day: Breakfast and Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum January 3
Taste of Soul in Durham May 23
The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and bounce houses Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on May 23, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Durham … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Durham May 23
40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 40th Kwanzaa Fest on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 12 to 5:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 12 p.m. and performances will start at 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy performances, a marketplace, art, a drum circle, dance, music, poetry, food and more. In memory of Baba Chuck Davis, … [Read more...] about 40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
Capital Quilters Guild’s Annual Quilt Show March 13-14
Capital Quilters Guild's Annual Quilt Show takes place March 13 and 14, 2026, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is $10 per day. Admission is free for ages 10 and under. View approximately 200 beautiful judged quilts. You can participate in the Charity Silent Auction and vote for your … [Read more...] about Capital Quilters Guild’s Annual Quilt Show March 13-14
