Got to be NC Festival will offer three great days of down-home celebration North Carolina-style from May 16 to 18, 2025. Got to be NC Festival takes place at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, and is free to attend. Carnival rides and games, food and drinks, and some activities have a cost associated with them. Festival Gate Hours It takes place at … [Read more...] about Got to be NC Festival May 16-18
Entertainment
Hillsborough Classic Film Society: Hitchcock’s Rebecca May 18
The Hillsborough Classic Film Society is a group that shows classic, foreign and independent films once a month, at 2 p.m. Most screenings are at the Passmore Center, 103 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC. The Passmore Center is next to the Orange County SportsPlex. At each event, there is an expert speaker who sets the background for the film. There is also free popcorn! The events are … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Classic Film Society: Hitchcock’s Rebecca May 18
Clothing and Art Supply Swap at Eno Arts Mill May 17
Circular Triangle, along with Orange County Sustainability and Orange County Arts Commission, are hosting a Clothing and Art Swap at Eno Arts Mill, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Hillsborough, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It's free to attend. Clean out your closets and find a new home for your no-longer-loved items. Bring gently used clothing and art … [Read more...] about Clothing and Art Supply Swap at Eno Arts Mill May 17
Randy Sabien in concert with The Raleigh Music Collective May 17
Jazz violinist, Randy Sabien will perform with students from the Raleigh Music Collective on May 17, 2025, at 7 p.m., at Treasuring Christ Church, 3700 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for adults are $12. Youth ages 10-18 are admitted for $10, and kids under 10 are admitted for free. Buy tickets here. Randy Sabien will perform with a live band, … [Read more...] about Randy Sabien in concert with The Raleigh Music Collective May 17
Common Roots Fest: Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival May 17
The 2nd annual Common Roots: Festival for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month takes place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Durham Historic Athletic Park, 500 W Corporation Street, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. Enjoy a vendor market, art from Asian artists, performances, food and more. The theme, Common Roots, calls to mind the unique journeys and … [Read more...] about Common Roots Fest: Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival May 17
Open House at Vault Theatre’s new home, plus performance of Red Riding Hood May 17
Vault Theatre is a professional theatre in Durham dedicated to theatre experiences for multigenerational audiences. They have recently moved into a new studio space at 4221 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina. They are holding an open house on May 17, 2025, from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. The open house is free. Explore the space and enjoy hands-on activities and surprises. Come by early and … [Read more...] about Open House at Vault Theatre’s new home, plus performance of Red Riding Hood May 17
55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 17
The 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival will take place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This festival is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. This is a FREE event for all ages. The event includes: Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Main Stage … [Read more...] about 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 17
Wheels on Academy, including Touch-a-Truck, in Cary May 17
Wheels on Academy takes place on the Cary Town Hall Campus, 316 North Academy Street, in Cary, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out the cars of yesteryear, as well as some of today's modern hot rods and exotic cars. Wheels on Academy also features entertainment, food, and Touch-a-Truck, a chance for kids to see, touch and explore their favorite trucks and heavy … [Read more...] about Wheels on Academy, including Touch-a-Truck, in Cary May 17
Morrisville SpringFest May 17, including the inaugural Chalk Walk
Morrisville SpringFest takes place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Indian Creek Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. The festival features: Limited parking will be available at Town Hall (100 Town Hall Drive). Additional parking will be available off-site at Cedar Fork Community Center (1050 #B Town Hall Drive). Shuttles will run from Cedar Fork … [Read more...] about Morrisville SpringFest May 17, including the inaugural Chalk Walk
Five Points Spring Fling May 16
The Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its Spring Fling on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This free, family-friendly event celebrates community, creativity, and connection. Kids 12 and under get free pizza from Timber Pizza. Additional food will be available for purchase from Party in a Pita, Lee's Kitchen and Jones … [Read more...] about Five Points Spring Fling May 16
