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Apex EarthFest April 26 — music, Tinker Café, clothing swap, more…

This content is sponsored by the Town of Apex

The Town of Apex is presenting EarthFest on Saturday, April 26, 2025,. from 12 to 4 p.m. on the Town Hall Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event for Earth Day. Take an alternative form of transportation to get to Earthfest! The first 50 attendees who take an alternative form of transportation earn a coupon for a free treat from Everbowl. Alternative types of … [Read more...] about Apex EarthFest April 26 — music, Tinker Café, clothing swap, more…

5th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest in Chapel Hill, plus Greenway Walk & Artist Talk on April 26

The 5th Annual Magical Hill Festival will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 E. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. This event will also be an Earth Day celebration. Compete in a Fairy Garden contest, for prizes. Pre-registration is required for the Fairy Garden Contest. This free event is a magical day of art, adventure and … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest in Chapel Hill, plus Greenway Walk & Artist Talk on April 26

Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 26

Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free family event in Downtown Wake Forest focuses on celebrating the heart and history of Wake Forest. The event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options and much more! Entertainment … [Read more...] about Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 26

Arts on the Block in Raleigh April 26

Arts on the Block is a new block party for all ages, hosted by Artspace, celebrating the power of community and visual art. The festival takes place Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Historic City Market, 306 Parham Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Historic City Market and Davie Street will come alive with local DJs, hands-on artist-led demonstrations, art exhibitions, make + … [Read more...] about Arts on the Block in Raleigh April 26

Northside Festival in Chapel Hill April 26

The Marian Cheek Jackson Center for Saving and Making History is presenting the Northside Festival  on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 12 to 3:30 p.m., at 512 Rosemary Street, between Roberson and N. Graham Street, Chapel Hill. This event was announced on The Marian Cheek Jackson Center for Saving and Making History's Facebook page. This is a free neighborhood festival. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Northside Festival in Chapel Hill April 26

37th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival April 26-27

The 37th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival takes place April 25 and 26, 2025, in the Downtown of nearby Mebane, North Carolina. Mebane is 20 miles to the northwest of Chapel Hill, and just 10 miles to the west of Hillsborough. It's free to attend and to enjoy the entertainment, but you'll need funds for food, drinks, rides, etc. Mebane Dogwood Festival has created Facebook events for each … [Read more...] about 37th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival April 26-27

Independent Bookstore Day Celebration and McIntyre’s Books’ 36th Birthday April 26

McIntyre's Books, at 220 Market Street, Fearrington Village, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is an independent bookstore in Chatham County that has been encouraging readers and hosting authors for many years. It's also, of course, a great place to shop for books. The bookstore hosts many events, which you can find on their calendar. Here's one: Independent Bookstore Day and McIntyre's 36th … [Read more...] about Independent Bookstore Day Celebration and McIntyre’s Books’ 36th Birthday April 26

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North Carolina Pickle Festival in nearby Mount Olive

The very popular North Carolina Pickle Festival is returning as an in-person and in-pickle event on April 26, 2025, with some events the night before. It takes place in nearby Mount Olive, North Carolina, the home of Mt. Olive Company. This is a free event. Mount Olive is just about an hour's drive, to the southeast, from Raleigh, and is a little closer for those along I-40 East, like … [Read more...] about North Carolina Pickle Festival in nearby Mount Olive

Brewgaloo — local beer fest — April 25 and 26

Brewgaloo NC Craft Beer Festival takes place on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh on Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, 2025. It features live music, food, and, of course, a wide selection of beer to try! Friday Night Kick-Off Party On Friday night, there's a tasting event from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. There's no admission price to enter the festival, but a tasting ticket is $45 online … [Read more...] about Brewgaloo — local beer fest — April 25 and 26

Raleigh Earth Day & Arbor Day at Dix Park April 25, with free trees, outdoor movie, more…

The organization We Plant It Forward is dedicated to preserving and restoring the natural environment. It's building a grassroots community network that plant trees. We Plant It Forward is hosting an Arbor Day Festival in partnership with Raleigh Park's Earth Day Celebration at Dorothea Dix Park, 1985 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC, on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 4 to 10 p.m. This free … [Read more...] about Raleigh Earth Day & Arbor Day at Dix Park April 25, with free trees, outdoor movie, more…

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