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Haw River Festival — live music and outdoor activities May 2

Haw River Festival takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026,  from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., near Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Road, Saxapahaw, North Carolina. Haw River Festival is the kickoff to this season's Saturdays in Saxapahaw concerts. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Besides the music, the festival includes: Bands: They're raffling off a "Weekender" … [Read more...] about Haw River Festival — live music and outdoor activities May 2

Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo May 2

Cary Animal Services and Town of Cary are hosting Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Cary Police Department, 120 Wilkinson Avenue, Cary, North Carolina, on the Town Hall Campus. It's free to attend. The event features: Well behaved pets are invited. … [Read more...] about Cary Dog Daze and Pet Expo May 2

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International Day of Dance Festival at Downtown Cary Park April 29 — performances and free workshops

The 2nd Annual International Day of Dance Festival, organized by Graceful Expressions, takes place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8:15 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free event and suitable for all ages. This is not a drop-off event. Parents or guardians must stay with their children. Celebrate the universal language of dance … [Read more...] about International Day of Dance Festival at Downtown Cary Park April 29 — performances and free workshops

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Creation Celebration at Highland UMC on Apr. 26 — free food, games, entertainment, more…

In Honor of Earth Day, Highland United Methodist Church, at 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, invites the community to join them for a celebration of God's good creation. Creation Celebration takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend and for all ages. Luke Vandergriff will be performing. He's a local multi-instrumentalist, storyteller, and visual artist … [Read more...] about Creation Celebration at Highland UMC on Apr. 26 — free food, games, entertainment, more…

Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26

Unleashed's Annual Spring Fling is a fun, free event for families, including the canine family members. Parking is also free. It takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Admission and parking are free. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26

Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 25

Celebrate springtime and art at Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. You might also be interested in this huge list of upcoming art, artisan and vintage markets in the Triangle! This festival will feature 170+ local artists and also serves as an Earth Day … [Read more...] about Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 25

6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25

The 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 E. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. This event will also be an Earth Day celebration. Compete in a Fairy Garden contest, for prizes. Pre-registration is required for the Fairy Garden Contest. View all the fairy homes, which are made from all natural … [Read more...] about 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25

Raleigh City Farm: Bearthday April 25 — Earth Day and 15th Anniversary Celebration

Raleigh City Farm, at 800 N Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating its birthday and Earth Day at its annual Bearthday Party on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It's free to attend. Rain date is April 26. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Raleigh City Farm: Bearthday April 25 — Earth Day and 15th Anniversary Celebration

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