The 9th Annual LATAM Street Fest takes place on Sunday, August 25, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 201 W Weaver Street, Carrboro, NC. This event is hosted by El Centro Hispano, North Carolina's largest Hispanic non-profit organization. The free event features: … [Read more...] about LATAM Street Fest in Carrboro Aug 25
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Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 24-25
The Town of Cary's Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is back for 2024! It will take place August 24 and 25, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall Campus in Downtown Cary, 316 N. Academy Street, Cary. This is a free festival. The 48th Annual Lazy Day Arts and Crafts Festival features: Artists Over 300 artists are showcasing their work. You'll find work … [Read more...] about Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 24-25
Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 24
Packapalooza is a huge, free, family-friendly block party and street festival welcoming the Wolfpack back to campus. It takes place on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The whole community is invited to this free street festival. The festival includes music, games, vendors and … [Read more...] about Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 24
Ukrainian Independence Day Festival at University Place Aug 24
Kidzu Children's Museum is hosting a Ukrainian Independence Day celebration, with the Ukrainian Association of North Carolina. The celebration will take place inside University Place Mall, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 2 to 7 p.m. This is a free event that features live music, a bake sale, Ukrainian art, crafts and souvenirs. Kidzu … [Read more...] about Ukrainian Independence Day Festival at University Place Aug 24
North Hills Kids: Kidchella Aug 20
Once a month this summer, there will be free kids' activities at Midtown Park at North Hills, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. North Hills Kids takes place the 3rd Tuesday of the month, from June to August, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Learn about all the events on visitnorthills.com/events. North Hill Kids Schedule June 18: Dan the Animal Man Dan will show of some of … [Read more...] about North Hills Kids: Kidchella Aug 20
Canceled: Smithfield River Rat Regatta
UPDATE: This event has been canceled, due to unsafe conditions. The Smithfield River Rat Regatta on the Neuse is scheduled for Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 10 a.m. Please note that it's a morning event this year. It's free to compete and free to watch. This is a rescheduled date. This is your chance to test your boat-making skills in a race on the Neuse River! Spots are limited, so sign up … [Read more...] about Canceled: Smithfield River Rat Regatta
Knightdale Arts and Education Festival Aug 17: Free backpacks, haircuts, more…
Knightdale Parks and Recreation is hosting its annual Arts and Education Festival (also known as K-Fest) on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a free back-to-school event. It will feature: … [Read more...] about Knightdale Arts and Education Festival Aug 17: Free backpacks, haircuts, more…
22nd Annual Kirby Derby August 17
Kirby Derby has been a Raleigh tradition since 2002. It started when two residents of the tiny Pullen Park Terrace neighborhood (just 32 houses!) put together a neighborhood parade. On year five, the "derby" part of the event was added, with a soapbox derby race. An annual theme, a pinebox car competition for kids, costumes and silliness are all part of the tradition. In 2017 the residents of … [Read more...] about 22nd Annual Kirby Derby August 17
Wake Forest Comic-Con August 17
Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks Street, Wake Forest. Admission is $5 and is free for kids under age 12. The event features more than 35 vendors with toys, comics, anime, Pokémon and more. More upcoming free and cheap things to do in the Triangle … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con August 17
CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 17
The Raleigh-Durham AfroCaribbean-Association presents the Annual CaribMask Carnival Parade and Festival Village on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 12 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. The parade starts at 12 p.m. at the North Carolina State Capitol, and proceeds to the festival village, which is at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. The festival village and main stage entertainment … [Read more...] about CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 17
