The Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its Spring Fling on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This free, family-friendly event celebrates community, creativity, and connection. Kids 12 and under get free pizza from Timber Pizza. Additional food will be available for purchase from Party in a Pita, Lee's Kitchen and Jones … [Read more...] about Five Points Spring Fling May 16
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Yadkin Valley Wine Festival in Elkin — the perfect weekend getaway!
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Come taste the wines of the Yadkin Valley at the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival on May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This annual event is the valley's biggest, showcasing the best wineries in North Carolina wine country. It takes place in Elkin Municipal Park, 399 North Carolina 268 West, Elkin, NC. Plan on arriving in Elkin the night before to enjoy the music in the Friday Night Live Explore … [Read more...] about Yadkin Valley Wine Festival in Elkin — the perfect weekend getaway!
Strawberry Jammin’ in Sanford May 10
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Sanford, NC invites you to dive into everything strawberry on May 10, 2025! Strawberry Jammin’ is a celebration of the fruit that’s dear to many of our hearts and taste buds. Sanford, in Lee County, is about a 45 minute drive to the southwest of Raleigh. It's about 23 minutes to the south of Pittsboro, and about 37 minutes to the west of Fuquay-Varina. This festival is well worth the drive from … [Read more...] about Strawberry Jammin’ in Sanford May 10
Ritmo Latino Festival in Cary May 10
The 21st Annual Ritmo Latino Festival is a free outdoor event in Downtown Cary Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 11 a.m to 6 p.m., on N. Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This free festival is a celebration of many Latino/Hispanic cultures, including Mexico, Puerto Rico, Trinidad, West Indies, Brazil, Peru, Venezuela and more. Enjoy music, dance, food, children's activities and … [Read more...] about Ritmo Latino Festival in Cary May 10
Durham Greek Festival May 3-4
Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4, 2025 St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 mile south of I-40 Exit 274. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Enjoy fabulous Greek food and scrumptious … [Read more...] about Durham Greek Festival May 3-4
Carrboro Day May 4: music, poetry, crafts, more…
Carrboro Day takes place on the first Sunday of May every year. It's back for 2025, on Sunday, May 4, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro. This free event is about meeting neighbors, learning about the Town and celebrating Carrboro. It features live music, poetry, art, history, kids' activities, a walking tour and more. Follow the Town of Carrboro Facebook page … [Read more...] about Carrboro Day May 4: music, poetry, crafts, more…
Top Things to do in the Triangle in May — big list of events
In the Triangle, May is the beginning of the summer season. That means that free outdoor concerts are in full swing, festivals are kicking in, and there's tons of kid-friendly fun as well. Plan May with this list of the top things to do in May, 2025, in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. We're highlighting more than 20 events this month. But then, scroll down for our huge … [Read more...] about Top Things to do in the Triangle in May — big list of events
Strawberry Festival in Durham May 3
The 20th Annual Strawberry Festival takes place Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Old North Durham Park, 310 W Geer Street, Durham. This is a free event that's been taking place every year since 2005. It's hosted by Central Park School for Children. Here's some of what happening at this event: Some of the activities are free and some have a cost associated with … [Read more...] about Strawberry Festival in Durham May 3
Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 3
The Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival takes place Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., in Historic Downtown Smithfield. Smithfield is in Johnston County, about a 34 minute drive southeast of Raleigh. The festival features a full day of art, music, kids' activities, food and more. A popular feature of the festival is the "What's That Yam Thing?" in which children turn sweet … [Read more...] about Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 3
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 25 – May 4
HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically other vendors, plus art and music. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 525 S. White Street, Wake … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 25 – May 4
