North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, the Consulate General of Mexico and the RedGlobalMX Raleigh Chapter are presenting Día de la Ciencia y la Cultura (Science and Cultural Day) at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It takes place Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free program is fully bilingual (Spanish-English.) … [Read more...] about Día de la Ciencia y la Cultura at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences August 1
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Wake Forest Comic-Con Aug. 22 (free event)
Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is partnering with Play4Life Comics to present this event. Admission is FREE. The event features a dynamic showcase of: Wake Forest Comic-Con is … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con Aug. 22 (free event)
Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 26
The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and bounce houses Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on July 26, 2026, from 1 to 8 p.m., at City … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 26
Just Peachy Festival at The Plant July 25
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Just Peachy Festival on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. The festival is free to attend. Just Peachy Festival features: Also, bmc brewing will be celebrating its 5th anniversary at The Plant, so be sure to stop by! … [Read more...] about Just Peachy Festival at The Plant July 25
Durham Disability Pride Parade July 25
The 4th Annual Durham Disability Pride Parade takes place Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 3 to 6:30 p.m., at Duke Memorial United Methodist Church, 504 West Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event includes art vendors, resource tables, live music, speakers, poster making beverages, community building and more. The parade starts at 5:30 p.m. Diversity. … [Read more...] about Durham Disability Pride Parade July 25
5th Annual Bull City BOOs Fest at Durham Central Park Oct. 17
The MAKRS Society is presenting Bull City BOOs Fest, a Halloween Festival, at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. This event features Halloween performances, a live DJ, a Harry Potter-themed kids' zone, breweries, food trucks and activities. Tickets Ticket sales start August 14, 2026. Price includes fees. Early … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Bull City BOOs Fest at Durham Central Park Oct. 17
Plum Perfect Party at The Plant July 18
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Plum Perfect Party on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. This event is free to attend, and celebrates plums! Pay for your food and drink. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Plum Perfect Party at The Plant July 18
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
