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
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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
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
Spring Festival with Autism Center of Excellence April 26
Autism Center of Excellence, 1000 Park Forty Plaza, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Spring Festival on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event is free to attend and features food, drinks, games and more. … [Read more...] about Spring Festival with Autism Center of Excellence 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
Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 26
The JC Raulston Arboretum, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, is hosting Raulston Blooms on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raulston Blooms is a garden festival for people of all ages. It features garden and nature activities, plant sales, outdoor fun, and more. Tickets are only $5, or $10 per family. Admission is free for garden members and for college students. Proceeds benefit … [Read more...] about Raulston Blooms — Garden Festival April 26
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
Children’s Day in Selma April 27
Celebrate Children's Day with Latinos Activate JOCO. The celebration takes place Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Edgerton Memorial UMC, 401 W Anderson Street, Selma, North Carolina. Admission is free. A wristband for playing all day is $5. The celebration features food, bounce houses, face painting, games, piñatas, and music. … [Read more...] about Children’s Day in Selma April 27
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…
Little River Community Complex Fair April 11-20
Little River Community Complex Fair takes place from April 11 to 20, 2025, at Durham County Stadium, 750 Stadium Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Admission and parking is free. Admission is $5 at the door, cash only. Armbands are available in advance for $35. Purchase here. Hours: Rides: If you have questions, call 919-477-0264. More details here. … [Read more...] about Little River Community Complex Fair April 11-20
