Cary's historic organic teaching farm, Good Hope Farm, 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, Cary, is hosting Harvest Fest on two dates this fall, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., on each: These are free events for all ages. Enjoy live music, kids' activities, a food truck and beer vendor, shopping booths from sustainable sellers and chatting with local environmental experts. Harvest Fest Vendors There … [Read more...] about Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary Oct. 18
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Fourth Annual Bull City BOOs Fest at Durham Central Park
The MAKRS Society is presenting Bull City BOOs Fest, a Beer/Halloween Fest, at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Get your tickets here. Ticket sales are limited. The event features: Schedule … [Read more...] about Fourth Annual Bull City BOOs Fest at Durham Central Park
Lafayette Village Hosting Rock & Brew Music Festival Oct. 18
Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, NC, is presenting Rock & Brew on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. It's free to attend. This event features: … [Read more...] about Lafayette Village Hosting Rock & Brew Music Festival Oct. 18
Día de Muertos Ofrenda at Duke Chapel Oct 3 to Nov 2
Duke Arts is hosting a Dia de Muertos Ofrenda, a Day of the Dead altar piece, at Duke Chapel, 401 Chapel Hill Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Honor the dead with Día de los Muertos Ofrenda, a Day of the Dead altar piece, at Duke Chapel. Visitors are invited to contribute to this sacred Mexican tradition by adding an offering in the form of photographs or objects that represent a departed loved … [Read more...] about Día de Muertos Ofrenda at Duke Chapel Oct 3 to Nov 2
Durham Craft Market at Durham Central Park
On Saturday mornings, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market at Durham Central Park
Oktrophfest: Trophy on Maywood’s Oktoberfest Celebration Oct. 18
Trophy Brewing, at 656 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, features a brewhouse, taproom, patio and food trucks, just minutes from Downtown Raleigh. Find a list of upcoming events and food trucks on their calendar. Upcoming Events OktrophyfestSaturday, October 18, 202512 to 9 p.m.Free Trophy's Oktoberfest celebration includes: Some of the details were announced here. Recurring Events Check … [Read more...] about Oktrophfest: Trophy on Maywood’s Oktoberfest Celebration Oct. 18
CaryLive! Concert: Tae and the Neighborly Oct. 18
CaryLive! is a free concert series at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The concerts will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., and are free to attend. CaryLive! Schedule Learn about each artist by clicking on their picture here. … [Read more...] about CaryLive! Concert: Tae and the Neighborly Oct. 18
Raleigh Concert Band’s Fall Concert — Portraits: A Gallery of Music Oct. 18
Raleigh Concert Band is a non-profit community band with members from a wide variety of professions. The band plays everything from J.S. Bach to Lady Gaga. Raleigh Concert Band is known for for its many years of performances at the historic North Carolina State Capital’s Annual Fourth of July celebration and the Annual Governor's Tree Lighting, and even received the honorary title of "The State … [Read more...] about Raleigh Concert Band’s Fall Concert — Portraits: A Gallery of Music Oct. 18
Smithfield Oktoberfest October 18
Head to Downtown Historic Smithfield, North Carolina, for Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event. Smithfield’s Annual Oktoberfest is back and better than ever! Join us in Downtown Smithfield for a lively, family-friendly celebration of all things German. Enjoy a variety of craft beers, delicious German food, … [Read more...] about Smithfield Oktoberfest October 18
Diwali Mela at Brier Creek, including fireworks, Oct. 18
Celebrate Diwali at Brier Creek! Brier Creek Commons is hosting Diwali Mela -- A Festival of Lights on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., by the Brier Creek Clocktower, 8531 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event and everyone is welcome. Enjoy: The celebration will conclude with a grand finale fireworks show. … [Read more...] about Diwali Mela at Brier Creek, including fireworks, Oct. 18
