The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is presenting its 2nd Annual Okra Jamboree on Sunday, August 3, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend this celebration of okra. Look for updates on the Facebook event. Here's what's going on: … [Read more...] about Okra Jamboree at The Plant in Pittsboro Aug. 3
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Back2School Bash with Raleigh Dream Center and Hurricane Jaccob Slavin on Aug. 2 — free school supplies, festival rides, more
Raleigh Dream Center and presenting sponsor, Carolina Hurricanes player Jaccob Slavin, are hosting a Back2School Bash on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at New Hope Baptist Church, 4301 Louisburg Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. It will feature festival rides, games, food trucks and more. First come, first served, while supplies last. There will be no … [Read more...] about Back2School Bash with Raleigh Dream Center and Hurricane Jaccob Slavin on Aug. 2 — free school supplies, festival rides, more
Wendell Baptist Church Community Day Aug. 2: Clothing giveaway, small engine repair, free lunch and kids’ block party
Wendell Baptist Church, at 3651 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, North Carolina, is hosting a Community Day on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a clothing giveaway, kids' block party, free hot dog lunch and even a repair shop where you can get small engines repaired as well as some car care. Announced on Facebook. Clothing Giveaway From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a … [Read more...] about Wendell Baptist Church Community Day Aug. 2: Clothing giveaway, small engine repair, free lunch and kids’ block party
Festifall Arts Markets in Chapel Hill Oct. and Nov.
Festifall Arts Markets & More is Chapel Hill's annual fall arts celebration, presented by Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture. It takes place on two Saturdays in the fall in Downtown Chapel Hill. Each will feature an art market, live music, food, interactive art experiences and live music and other performances. This year, each Festifall Arts Market will have a special … [Read more...] about Festifall Arts Markets in Chapel Hill Oct. and Nov.
Durham Fiesta Latina August 3
El Centro Hispano and Durham Parks and Recreation are hosting Durham Fiesta Latina on Sunday, August 3, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This free event is a cultural celebration and a chance for community building. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Durham Fiesta Latina August 3
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival in Cary
Sponsored by Drink Eat Relax Events
UPDATE: The contest has ended. The winners have been emailed. Scroll down for the names of the winners. Cary’s favorite BBQ Festival is back and better than ever in its 17th year! Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival is a two-day event. It takes place at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary: Read on to learn about the festival, a 20% discount on tickets, and the name of the contest winners. Cary’s … [Read more...] about Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival in Cary
Fenton Art Festival Sep. 14
The Fenton Art Festival takes place Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.. at Fenton, 201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. The Fenton Art Festival is a fine arts market featuring 60 artists selling original art, including works in oils, watercolors, and acrylics, mixed media, illustrations, prints, sculpture and more. Enjoy workshops, … [Read more...] about Fenton Art Festival Sep. 14
Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27
Tamale lovers, take note! The Raleigh Tamale Festival is Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This will be a day of community, celebration and tamales. It will feature performances, family activities, food trucks and vendors. Local competitors will compete in the tamale contest. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27
Family Fall Festival in Raleigh Sept. 11: Food trucks, games, crafts, vendors…
NC Vibes is hosting a Family Fall Festival on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 4 to 8 p.m., at 3117 Poplarwood Court, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This festival features: Family friendly and pet friendly. … [Read more...] about Family Fall Festival in Raleigh Sept. 11: Food trucks, games, crafts, vendors…
GalaxyCon Street Fest July 26-27 — Live wrestling, music, more…
Whether or not you have tickets to GalaxyCon, you can still enjoy GalaxyCon Street Fest on July 26 and 27, 2025, for free! The FREE festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh, and features live DJs and musicians, live wrestling, celebrity appearances and signings, food trucks, vendors, and iconic fan cars. GalaxyCon Street Fest Highlights Check out the whole … [Read more...] about GalaxyCon Street Fest July 26-27 — Live wrestling, music, more…
