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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Triangle Vegfest Raleigh — Holiday Market and Fundraiser for WNC Dec. 1
Triangle Vegfest is an organization that promotes the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. It holds markets, and other events, where you can shop from vegan-friendly vendors. Triangle Vegfest Raleigh -- Holiday Market and Fundraiser will take place Sunday, December 1, 2024, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but winter … [Read more...] about Triangle Vegfest Raleigh — Holiday Market and Fundraiser for WNC Dec. 1
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…
29th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 23 (held at NC Museum of Natural Science)
North Carolina Museum of History's popular American Indian Heritage Celebration returns on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due to the renovations at the museum, it will take place at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event that will take place inside and outside of the museum. This festival is an annual … [Read more...] about 29th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 23 (held at NC Museum of Natural Science)
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…
Chestnut Carnival at The Plant in Pittsboro Nov. 17
The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting its 2nd Annual Chestnut Carnival on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. This family event features: … [Read more...] about Chestnut Carnival at The Plant in Pittsboro Nov. 17
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 2-3 in Wilson
The North Carolina Whirligig Festival takes place in downtown Wilson, a little under an hour east of Raleigh, on Saturday, November 2, and Sunday, November 3, 2024. 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 Simpson. Whirligigs are 20 to 50 feet in … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 2-3 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