The Annual Meet in the Street Festival is taking place Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in downtown Wake Forest. This will be the 42nd year for the festival. Look for updates in the Facebook event. The festival will feature: Food Trucks Entertainment Schedule Check back soon. … [Read more...] about Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest May 3
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Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 3
Celebrate both Mother's Day and Father's Day at the Ma & Pa Festival on May 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Ma & Pa Festival, presented by MAKRS Society, will feature: … [Read more...] about Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 3
Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 3
The Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival takes place Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., in Historic Downtown Smithfield. Smithfield is in Johnston County, about a 34 minute drive southeast of Raleigh. 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 sweet … [Read more...] about Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 3
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 25 – May 4
HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically other vendors, plus art and music. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 525 S. White Street, Wake … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 25 – May 4
Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 3
Free Comic Book Day is back on Saturday, May 3, 2025! On Free Comic Book Day, participating stores give away free comic books to guests, and some have additional activities, like signings from artists, and more. Below is a list of stores in the Triangle area that are participating in Free Comic Book Day. For questions about what they'll have going on, or their hours, please contact the store … [Read more...] about Free Comic Book Day — where to get free comics in the Triangle May 3
Live music at The Night Rider: Charlie Craichy, Patrick Carr and Ryan Irby May 8
The Night Rider, 416 W. South Street, Raleigh, is a bar that frequently hosts live music and comedy events. Here's one upcoming event. Live music: Charlie Craichy, Patrick Carr and Ryan IrbyThursday, May 8, 20257 to 9 p.m.Free, with $5 suggested donation … [Read more...] about Live music at The Night Rider: Charlie Craichy, Patrick Carr and Ryan Irby May 8
CAM Raleigh: closed
UPDATE: CAM Raleigh is closed. Stay tuned for updates. CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin Street, is a non-collecting contemporary art museum in downtown Raleigh. It offers bold, non-traditional exhibitions by living artists. Find more upcoming events. … [Read more...] about CAM Raleigh: closed
Spring Chicken Festival in Siler City May 3
Siler City and Siler City Parks and Recreation Department present the 7th Annual Spring Chicken Festival on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Downtown Siler City. Admission is free. The Spring Chicken Festival will take place on three blocks of Chatham Street, between Beaver Street and Third Street. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Spring Chicken Festival in Siler City May 3
International Day of Dance Festival at Downtown Cary Park April 29 — performances and free workshops
The International Day of Dance Festival, organized by Graceful Expressions, takes place on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from 10:45 a.m. to 8 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free event and suitable for all ages. Celebrate the universal language of dance and the joy of movement through free workshops for all ages and ability levels. The day … [Read more...] about International Day of Dance Festival at Downtown Cary Park April 29 — performances and free workshops
Weekly Trivia and Run Club at Bond Brothers Beer Company, more
Bond Brothers Beer Company is an NC craft brewery, taproom, and beer garden located at 202 East Cedar Street in Cary. Below are some of their free or cheap events. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Cary Underground MarketThe first Sunday of every month (scheduled through December 2025)12 to 4 p.m.Free to attend There will be food trucks, 40+ local vendors, live … [Read more...] about Weekly Trivia and Run Club at Bond Brothers Beer Company, more
