The organization We Plant It Forward is dedicated to preserving and restoring the natural environment. It's building a grassroots community network that plant trees. We Plant It Forward is hosting an Arbor Day Festival in partnership with Raleigh Park's Earth Day Celebration at Dorothea Dix Park, 1985 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, NC, on Friday, April 19, 2024, from 5 to 10 p.m. This free … [Read more...] about Arbor Day Festival and Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 19, with free trees, outdoor movie, more…
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Hayti Heritage Film Festival
Hayti Heritage Film Festival is one of the nation's longest running Black film festivals. Its goal is to keep Black Southern film alive. Films will be at Hayti Heritage Center from March 7 to 9, 2024. Mark those dates and check back soon for details! Hayti Heritage Film Festival Schedule Check back soon. … [Read more...] about Hayti Heritage Film Festival
Frost and Flame Fest: A Night of Fire and Ice at Downtown Cary Park Dec 15
Enjoy a fusion of fiery performances and ice sculptures at Downtown Cary Park's Frost and Flame Fest: A Night of Fire and Ice on Friday, December 15, 2023, from 4 to 9 p.m. Downtown Cary Park is at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This festival is free to attend and you don't need a ticket, but please RSVP to help with planning. The event features ice carving by local artist … [Read more...] about Frost and Flame Fest: A Night of Fire and Ice at Downtown Cary Park Dec 15
Parade to Park Festivities: Pre- and Post-Parade Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
The Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade takes place Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 2 to 4 p.m. There will be a celebration at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, NC, that will include activities and performances before and after the parade. Parade to Park Festivities take place Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music, food trucks and much more. Schedule … [Read more...] about Parade to Park Festivities: Pre- and Post-Parade Celebration at Downtown Cary Park
Update: A Gift to Cary Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Affected by the Weather…
UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, most of the events and activities below have been canceled. The only events still happening are photos with Santa in Academy Pavilion from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and the tree lighting at 6 p.m., which you can livestream. Celebrate the holiday season in the brand new Downtown Cary Park! A Gift to Cary Celebration takes place at Downtown Cary Park, 327 South … [Read more...] about Update: A Gift to Cary Celebration at Downtown Cary Park Affected by the Weather…
Scandinavian Christmas Fair
The annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair takes place Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Admission is $7 for adults and free for children 12 and under. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair is an authentic celebration of the traditions of the Scandinavian countries of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, … [Read more...] about Scandinavian Christmas Fair
Winter Festival at City Market Nov 19, including free Santa pictures
The Night Market Company is presenting Winter Festival at City Market, on Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 1 to 5 p.m. City Market is at 208 Wolfe Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. The event features: Food trucks: Vendors: … [Read more...] about Winter Festival at City Market Nov 19, including free Santa pictures
Pop Swap Fest — Free Community Arts Festival at Durham Central Park
The 6th Pop Swap Fest will take place at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. At this free event, there will be more than 50 local vendors, interactive and engaging art experiences, live music and performances, and more. This is a great chance to get some of your holiday shopping done. … [Read more...] about Pop Swap Fest — Free Community Arts Festival at Durham Central Park
Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary
Cary's historic organic teaching farm, Good Hope Farm, 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, Cary, is hosting Harvest Fest on three dates this fall, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., on each: These are free events, for all ages. The whole family can enjoy kids' activities, shopping booths from sustainable sellers and chatting with local environmental experts. Harvest Fest activities There is no parking … [Read more...] about Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary
Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo in Chapel Hill Nov 12
Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture and Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation are hosting the Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo on Sunday, November 12, 2023. It will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the American Legion, 1714 Legion Road, Chapel Hill. Food vendors will provided plenty of options for purchase, and local non-profits will provide participatory activities for all … [Read more...] about Thanks + Giving Food Truck Rodeo in Chapel Hill Nov 12
