Durham celebrates Mardi Gras in a big way. The main event is always on Fat Tuesday, which is March 4, 2025. It will be free. The places you can expect updates are the Bulltown Stutters' Facebook page and Durham Mardi Gras' Facebook page. In addition, there is a family-friendly event the Sunday before Fat Tuesday, at The Scrap Exchange. Read on for details about events on both … [Read more...] about Durham Mardi Gras Celebration: parade, live music, more…
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20 Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle
No matter how you like to celebrate Mardi Gras, there's a party for you in the Triangle. Learn about a couple of the major events and then keep reading for a day by day list of Mardi Gras events that are free or cheap to attend in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Drinks are on you though! Most events take place either Saturday, March 1, or Tuesday, March 4, 2025. We include both … [Read more...] about 20 Mardi Gras Celebrations in the Triangle
Wake Forest Film Festival March 1
Wake Forest Film Festival is a one-day at Wake Forest Renaissance Center, 405 S. Brooks Street, Wake Forest, on March 1, 2025. All access passes are $28.30, including fees, and will allow unlimited access to the films throughout the festival, as well as question-and-answer sessions with industry professionals. The festival includes more than 30 films of all lengths and genres, including … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Film Festival March 1
For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo in Raleigh Feb. 22
Raleigh Downtown and NC Throwdown are presented For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at 227 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina (next to the NC State Capitol.) This free event is in celebration of Black History Month and will showcase some of the best Black-owned food trucks, as well as Black artisans and vendors. This will be a day of … [Read more...] about For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo in Raleigh Feb. 22
St. Patrick’s Festival at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery March 16
ZincHouse Winery & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Festival. St. Patrick's Day FestivalSunday, March 16, 2025Starting at 12 p.m.FreeAge 21+ Enjoy bagpipes, Irish dancers, vendors, live music. … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Festival at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery March 16
Herbfest in Cary May 4
Herbfest returns to Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, on Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a free event that's held rain or shine on the grounds of the center. Here's some of what's going on: Vendors will be offering: … [Read more...] about Herbfest in Cary May 4
Southern Farm Show at NC State Fairgrounds Feb. 5 to 7
The Southern Farm Show is a large annual agricultural exposition that takes place at the NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. The show takes place February 5 to 7, 2025, and is free to attend. The show features over 400 exhibitors, agricultural meetings, workshops and training. Find the whole schedule here. Special Features The show features some events that … [Read more...] about Southern Farm Show at NC State Fairgrounds Feb. 5 to 7
Durham Mini Comic Con March 8
Durham Mini Comic Con is a one day event that takes place twice a year at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event features comic books, cosplay, local comic artists, collectibles and more. Spring Durham Mini Comic Com takes place Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is only $5. Kids 11 and under are admitted for free with paying adult. … [Read more...] about Durham Mini Comic Con March 8
Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 1
The 22nd Annual NC MLK Black History Month Parade will take place in Durham, NC, on Saturday, February 1, 2025. The parade will start at 12 p.m. and take place on Fayetteville Street in Durham. It's free to attend. The parade will feature: If you'd like to participate in the parade, here is the registration form. … [Read more...] about Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 1
North Carolina Inauguration Events, including North Carolina Strong Block Party
UPDATE: The Facebook events for these events have been deleted. We are assuming that the block party has been canceled due to the weather, but we have no further information. Saturday, January 11, 2025, is Inauguration Day for North Carolina. Governor-elect Josh Stein and the Council of State will be sworn in, and there will be some special events afterwards. Here's what's going … [Read more...] about North Carolina Inauguration Events, including North Carolina Strong Block Party
