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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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
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
Raleigh’s Summer Beats July 12
NC Vibes is bringing the fun of the beach to Raleigh with Raleigh's Summer Beats Festival on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. The event will features live music and dance, games, a food truck rodeo and much more: … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Summer Beats July 12
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
3rd Annual Adult Recess Festival at Fletcher Park May 3
Let's Get Social Raleigh and Raleigh Parks are presenting the Adult Recess Festival at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 2 to 8 p.m. This free event is for ages 21+ only. This festival will feature games, sports, food trucks, and music. New this year will be "Poolside Picnic." Bring your own inflatable pool, deck it out with blankets, … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Adult Recess Festival at Fletcher Park May 3
Festa Italiana in Apex Sep 20
Festa Italiana will take place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 11 pm. to 7 p.m., at Town of Apex Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Celebrate Italian culture with a fun day that includes: Interested Vendors: vendors@festanc.org Interested sponsors: sponsors@festanc.org Know before you go: … [Read more...] about Festa Italiana in Apex Sep 20
Durham Earth Day Festival April 27
Durham Earth Day Festival will take place Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Durham Earth Day Festival is free to attend. Festival Highlights Earth Day MarketFestival-goers will enjoy a showcase of environmentally friendly businesses and organizations sharing information and resources with the community. Attendees will browse and … [Read more...] about Durham Earth Day Festival April 27
Triangle Spring Vegfest in Raleigh April 27
Triangle Vegfest is an organization that promotes the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. It holds markets, and other events, where you can shop from vegan-friendly vendors. Triangle Spring Vegfest Raleigh will take place Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but a $10 donation is suggested. The event … [Read more...] about Triangle Spring Vegfest in Raleigh April 27
