The 17th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market takes place Friday, December 13, 2024, from 5 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but a donation of $5 per family is suggested. The event is a fundraiser by Sts. Cyril and Methodius … [Read more...] about 17th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 13-14
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Smashfest Returns at The Scrap Exchange Nov 29 — smash stuff, listen to live bands, more…
Do you ever feel like smashing things? Or do you NEED to smash things? Head to The Scrap Exchange, 2050 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, for SmashFest on Friday, November 29, 2024, from 3 to 7 p.m. At this event you[ll be able to let out your frustrations by throwing various breakables against a wall. Enjoy a fun, carnival atmosphere with a large crowd, music, food and other … [Read more...] about Smashfest Returns at The Scrap Exchange Nov 29 — smash stuff, listen to live bands, more…
30th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 22 (held at NC Museum of Art)
North Carolina Museum of History's popular American Indian Heritage Celebration returns on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Due to the renovations at the museum, it will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Check back soon for the hours and other details. This festival is an annual celebration of the rich diversity and … [Read more...] about 30th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 22 (held at NC Museum of Art)
Liberty Arts’ 8th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 16
On Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Liberty Arts will be holding their 8th Annual Iron Pour in the middle of Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to watch this, and it's amazing. Please RSVP on the Eventbrite page. They'll be pouring 4,000 pounds of molten iron (3,000 degrees!) into molds. Think of it as a "gritty ballet where … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts’ 8th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 16
Downtown Cary Park’s 1st Birthday Celebration Nov. 16 — drone show, performances, more…
Celebrate Downtown Cary Park's 1st Birthday on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. This free event will be going on all day. Please bring your own chairs and blankets so that you can comfortably enjoy the performances. This party is suitable for all ages. The event features children's activities, yoga, music, free cupcakes and a drone show. (And more!) Please note that … [Read more...] about Downtown Cary Park’s 1st Birthday Celebration Nov. 16 — drone show, performances, more…
Magic and Mischief: A Wizard’s Market at Fred Fletcher Park Nov 9
Bring your young witches and wizard to Magic and Mischief: A Wizard's Market at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is presented by Paper and Stars Studios, in partnership with Raleigh, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Researches. It's free to attend. Kids will: Costumes are welcome, but no horror, gore, weapons … [Read more...] about Magic and Mischief: A Wizard’s Market at Fred Fletcher Park Nov 9
North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
Check back soon. In 2024, these were the hours: The North Carolina Whirligig Festival takes place in downtown Wilson, a little less than an hour east of Raleigh, on Saturday, November 1, and Sunday, November 2, 2025. Times The Whirligig Festival is a two-day arts festival that showcases the arts of the region, including whirligigs, North Carolina folk art created by local artist Vollis … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 1-2 in Wilson
Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 2
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will host its first Diwali Festival on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The festival is free and open to everyone. Diwali is known as the "Festival of Lights," and it celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 2
Fall Family Community Night at Bridge Fellowship Church Nov. 2
Bridge Fellowship Church is hosting Fall Family Coummunity Night on November 2, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 3060 Hammond Business Place, Suite 121, Raleigh, North Carolina. No tickets are required, but please RSVP to help with planning. The festival is free to attend and includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Family Community Night at Bridge Fellowship Church Nov. 2
Diwali Mela at Brier Creek, including fireworks Nov. 2
Celebrate Diwali at Brier Creek! Brier Creek Commons is hosting Diwali Mela -- A Festival of Lights on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m., by the Brier Creek Clocktower, 8531 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event and everyone is welcome. Enjoy: The celebration nwill conclude with a grand finale fireworks show. This free Mela is hosted with … [Read more...] about Diwali Mela at Brier Creek, including fireworks Nov. 2
