Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE music festival coming to Raleigh October 2 and 3, 2026, with a kickoff party on October 1. It is presented by PNC Bank and produced by PineCone. Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE street festival, with music on multiple stages, food and drink, art vendors, and family fun. No ticket, wristband or reservation is needed. Just come on by! Kickoff Celebration October 1 A free … [Read more...] about Schedule announced for Raleigh Wide Open — FREE music festival Oct. 1-3
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Okra Jamboree at The Plant in Pittsboro Aug. 2
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting its 3rd Annual Okra Jamboree on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend this celebration of okra. Look for updates on the Facebook event. Here's what's going on: … [Read more...] about Okra Jamboree at The Plant in Pittsboro Aug. 2
Hispanic Heritage Fiesta at Shakori Hills Arts Center in Pittsboro Sept. 12
El Vínculo Hispano (The Hispanic Liaison) is hosting its Hispanic Heritage Fiesta on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Shakori Hills Arts Center, 1439 Henderson Tanyard Road, Pittsboro, North Carolina. Admission is free. Highlights Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Fiesta at Shakori Hills Arts Center in Pittsboro Sept. 12
Sunflower Celebration at Dix Park on July 11
Dix Park's Sunflower Field is about to be in peak bloom! The Sunflower Field is FREE to visit and to take pictures at (but don't cut the sunflowers.) The field serves as a massive pollinator habitat for bees, butterflies and other wildlife. During peak bloom, the fields also attract lots of people! You can expect to see many other sunflower-lovers when you visit. After the bloom is over, the … [Read more...] about Sunflower Celebration at Dix Park on July 11
Raleigh’s All American Summer Festival July 11
NC Vibes is presenting Raleigh's All-American Summer Festival on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. Food and drinks are for purchase, and some activities might have a cost. This event features: … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s All American Summer Festival July 11
Blueberry Bonanza at The Plant in Pittsboro on July 11
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting Blueberry Bonanza on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. This is a free event to celebrate the blueberry! At this event: … [Read more...] about Blueberry Bonanza at The Plant in Pittsboro on July 11
Bastille Day Celebration at Lafayette Village July 11
Lafayette Village, 8480 Honeycutt Rd, Raleigh, is celebrating Bastille Day on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 4 to 9 p.m. This event is brought to you by NC Vibes, The International Festival and Lafayette Village. This event is free to attend, with food and drink available for purchase. RSVP here to help with planning. Stroll through the Village and enjoy Lafayette Village's signature French … [Read more...] about Bastille Day Celebration at Lafayette Village July 11
11th Annual Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 19
Asia Fest is returning for 2026. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 ($10 early bird), and free for those 12 and under, or age 65 and older. Tickets will be on sale soon. The festival features: … [Read more...] about 11th Annual Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 19
Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 22
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, hosts several free or inexpensive events throughout the year. Here's one that's coming up: Brightleaf Harvest DaySaturday, August 22, 202610 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Experience North Carolina farming culture and history at Duke Homestead! We’ll be harvesting our tobacco out of the field and demonstrating the process of tobacco … [Read more...] about Brightleaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 22
Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 19-20
CenterFest is Durham's largest cultural and community event, as well as North Carolina's longest running street art festival. CenterFest will take place Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, 2026. CenterFest takes place in the downtown Durham loop on Main and Chapel Hill Streets in the Five Points and CCB Plaza areas. Admission is free, with a $5 suggested donation at the gate. … [Read more...] about Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 19-20
