The popular Triangle Oktoberfest returns to Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3, 2026. This is an authentic German festival focused on family fun, traditional Bavarian food, local and authentic German beers from Munich. Kids activities include live music, inflatables face painting yard games, beer, arts and crafts, and more. The … [Read more...] about Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 2-3 (free if you bring a wiener dog)
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Smashfest returns to The Scrap Exchange Nov 27 — smash stuff on Black Friday
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 27, 2026 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, live art and more. Admission is free. Buy … [Read more...] about Smashfest returns to The Scrap Exchange Nov 27 — smash stuff on Black Friday
19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 4-5
The 19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market takes place Friday, December 4, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Agri Supply Exposition Center at the NC State Fairgrounds, 4825 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. The event is a fundraiser by Sts. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine … [Read more...] about 19th Annual St. Nicholas European Christmas Market Dec 4-5
Carrboro Music Festival Sept. 27: 100+ bands at many venues
Carrboro Music Festival returns on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The festival is free, and will feature roughly 100 bands and performers at multiple venues around Carrboro, North Carolina. The event starts with a kick-off event on Saturday, September 26, including: The main event is Sunday, September 27, 2026, starting at 1 p.m. Hip-Hop & Grooves will take place in Cat's Cradle's back … [Read more...] about Carrboro Music Festival Sept. 27: 100+ bands at many venues
Carolina Culture Food Festival at Moore Square Sept. 27
Carolina Culture Food Festival takes place Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Moore Square, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. The event features: … [Read more...] about Carolina Culture Food Festival at Moore Square Sept. 27
Kermes — Community Fiesta with El Futuro Sep 27
El Futuro is hosting Kermes, Community Fiesta, on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m., at 2020 Chapel Hill Road #23, Durham, North Carolina. This event is a free, family-friendly celebration. Vendors are invited to apply. This annual festival will celebrate Latino pride as a community, highlighting the customs of many Latino countries. Participants are coming dressed in the … [Read more...] about Kermes — Community Fiesta with El Futuro Sep 27
Benson Mule Days Sep 24-27
The town of Benson, NC, is holding its annual festival, Benson Mule Days from Thursday, September 24, to Sunday, September 27, 2026. Schedule: Benson is in Johnston County, about a 35 mile drive to the south from Raleigh. It's convenient to Willow Springs, NC. This is the 77th year for this festival, which celebrates the mule and its role in rural farming. The festival also include live … [Read more...] about Benson Mule Days Sep 24-27
Wilson Jazz Festival Oct. 9-10
The 4th Annual Wilson Jazz Festival takes place October 9 and 10, 2026, in various locations in Wilson, North Carolina. The Main Stage performances at Vollis Whirligig Park are ticketed, and the other performances at multiple venues, plus a Second Line Parade, are free. The Second Line goes from Whirligig Park on Saturday around 9:15 p.m., to Downtown Public House. Main Stage Tickets (advance … [Read more...] about Wilson Jazz Festival Oct. 9-10
45+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2026
Fall festivals in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas will be great in 2026! Please check out this big list of festivals all fall in the Triangle. Our list is getting updated every day. We are adding more details as we receive them. Jump to: September Festivals African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and … [Read more...] about 45+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2026
Come Out and Play sculpture show in Pittsboro — enjoy art and live music on the farm
The Come Out and Play sculpture show will take place at JimGin Farm, 150 Wild Horse Run, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, 2026, and then every Saturday through September 26, 2026. Each day it takes place from 12 p.m. until dark. This is a chance to see a wide variety of work from artists from around the Triangle, including sculpture, painting, glass fusing … [Read more...] about Come Out and Play sculpture show in Pittsboro — enjoy art and live music on the farm
