Sister Cities of Durham is presenting the International Food Truck Festival on Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. You can expect lots of international food trucks, and beer and beverage stations. Also, enjoy music representing Greece, Mexico and places in Latin America, as well as prizes and promotional items from … [Read more...] about Sister Cities of Durham’s International Food Truck Festival Oct 8
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Pullen Park Scarecrow Festival Oct 7
Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, is hosting its Scarecrow Festival on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 3 to 6 p.m. This is a free event for the whole family. Bring old clothes for your scarecrow. You'll be leaving them behind. Also bring props to help your scarecrow stand out. Create a one-of-a-kind scarecrow. Raleigh Parks will supply the twine, straw, and a structure. MOSS … [Read more...] about Pullen Park Scarecrow Festival Oct 7
Honey and Art Fair at Beeloved Community Garden in West Raleigh
West Raleigh Presbyterian Church is inviting the public to its third annual Honey and Art Fair on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m., at their Beeloved Community Garden, 2506 Vanderbilt Avenue, Raleigh. It's free to attend, and activities are free. Food, artisan goods, native plants, and more are available for purchase. Music schedule: The event includes: Honey tasting and … [Read more...] about Honey and Art Fair at Beeloved Community Garden in West Raleigh
Africa Fest 2023 in Carrboro
UNC African Studies Center is presenting Africa Fest 2023 on Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Weaver Street Market, 101 East Weaver Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The festival will be a celebration of African culture, art, and history. There will be Africa Fest-themed t-shirts for the first 50 guests and African Studies Center tote bags for 100. There will be a … [Read more...] about Africa Fest 2023 in Carrboro
Adventure Awaits Festival at Fletcher Park Sep 30
Paper & Stars Studio is presenting Adventure Awaits on Saturday, September 30,2023, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, NC. This is a free, family-friendly event that features a market and lots of fun activities. Discover a time of castles, knights and dragons, while exploring medieval fantasy and history. Activities include: Go on an interactive … [Read more...] about Adventure Awaits Festival at Fletcher Park Sep 30
Apex 150 Party in the Peak
Apex, NC, is celebrating its sesquicentennial -- its 150th birthday -- this year in 2023. The town is celebrating all year. Learn about Apex's history and the special events at apex150.com. One of the signature events will be Party in the Peak, which takes place Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on the Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC. This free event, which … [Read more...] about Apex 150 Party in the Peak
Benson Mule Days Sep 21-24
The town of Benson, NC, is holding its annual festival, Benson Mule Days from Thursday, September 21st, to Sunday, September 24th, 2023. Tentative 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 74th year for this festival, which celebrates the mule and its role in rural farming. The festival … [Read more...] about Benson Mule Days Sep 21-24
Baby Goat Festival at Old Mill Farm in Durham Sep 17
Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC Highway 751 South, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating the end of kidding season with the Baby Goat Festival on Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The highlight of the event will be the opportunity to snuggle many baby goats! The festival also includes: Tickets are $12 for general admission (for guests age 3 and up.) Or pay $40 for a family … [Read more...] about Baby Goat Festival at Old Mill Farm in Durham Sep 17
Fall Freedom Fest in Raleigh Oct 14
Fall Freedom Fest is a free event taking place Saturday, October 14, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Raleigh Elks Lodge, 5538 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. The festival will feature two performers, Nic Coles as Abraham Lincoln, and Don McNeill as Mark Twain. The festival also features: Food will be available for purchase, including: … [Read more...] about Fall Freedom Fest in Raleigh Oct 14
Irish Fest in the Forest Sep 16
Irish Fest in the Forest is an annual Irish music and dance festival, presented by the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Besides music and dance, there will be Irish sports too from Raleigh Cú Chulainn and Raleigh GAA Youth Club. It will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 2 to 8 p.m., at ZincHouse Winery and Brewery, 6225 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is … [Read more...] about Irish Fest in the Forest Sep 16
