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Vegfest Expos in Durham Nov 1-2

Vegfest Expos returns on is Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on November 1 and 2, 2025. It's free to attend, but with a $10 suggested donation. Day 1: Education Day Saturday, November 1 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.Attendees will dive deep into topics like: Expect a full lineup of speakers, panels, interactive Q&A sessions, and educational resources—all designed to empower … [Read more...] about Vegfest Expos in Durham Nov 1-2

Fall Festival at Grace Church of Durham Oct. 31

Grace Church of Durham, 1417 Cole Mill Road, Durham, is hosting a free Fall Festival for the whole community. It takes place Friday, October 31, 2025 from 4 to 7 p.m. This is a free event for the whole family. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Grace Church of Durham Oct. 31

Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29

Centenary United Methodist Church, ata 140 E Market Street, Smithfield, North Carolina, is hosting a fall festival on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free event features inflatables, games, hot dogs, cake walks, crafts, and trunk-or treat. The entire event is totally free. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Families are welcome to float in and out as they like. … [Read more...] about Fall Festival at Centenary United Methodist Church in Smithfield Oct. 29

Pittsboro Street Fair Oct 25

The Pittsboro Street Fair returns to Downtown Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will take place on Hanks, Fayetteville and Salisbury Streets. The festival is free to attend. Enjoy: Proceeds support the Rotary Club of Pittsboro’s initiatives, including CORA’s Turkey Tuesday, Meals on Wheels, scholarships for students, and more. … [Read more...] about Pittsboro Street Fair Oct 25

Creepy Crabtree at Lake Crabtree County Park on Oct. 25

Creepy Crabtree is a free annual event that celebrates the fall season. It takes place Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Lake Crabtree County Park, 1400 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, north Carolina. Bring the family to Creepy Crabtree for a relaxed Saturday outdoors. You’ll find crafts, games, and chances to explore the forest as the leaves start to change. This is a day … [Read more...] about Creepy Crabtree at Lake Crabtree County Park on Oct. 25

Harvest Festival at Duke Gardens Oct. 19

Sarah P. Duke Gardens, at 420 Anderson Street, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting its Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free, drop-in event, and no registration is required. Parking fees apply. Suggested parking location is in the H lot near the 2000 Lewis Street entrance. This festival takes place outdoors, at Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden (D3 … [Read more...] about Harvest Festival at Duke Gardens Oct. 19

Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary Oct. 18

Cary's historic organic teaching farm, Good Hope Farm, 1580 Morrisville Carpenter Road, Cary, is hosting Harvest Fest on two dates this fall, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., on each: These are free events for all ages. Enjoy live music, kids' activities, a food truck and beer vendor, shopping booths from sustainable sellers and chatting with local environmental experts. Harvest Fest Vendors There … [Read more...] about Harvest Fest at Good Hope Farm in Cary Oct. 18

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