OctoBullFest is Bull City Burger and Brewery's Oktoberfest celebration. It takes place from start to close on Friday, September 26, to Sunday, September 28, 2025: Admission is free. You'll pay for your food and drink. Bull City Burger & Brewery is at 107. W Parrish Street, Durham, North Carolina. Festival Features … [Read more...] about OctoBullFest at Bull City Burger & Brewery Sept 26-28
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40+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2025
Fall festivals in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas will be great in 2025! Please check out this big list of festivals all fall in the Triangle. Our list is getting updated every day. Jump to: Also, whether you're looking for a spooky experience or totally kid-friendly fun, be sure to check out our list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches and haunted trails in the Triangle. … [Read more...] about 40+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2025
Carolina Indie Fest — free music festival in Sanford Sept. 26 and 27
Hugger Mugger, 229 Wicker Street, Sanford, NC, is hosting Carolina Indie Fest, a FREE two-day, outdoor music festival, on September 26 and 27, 2025. Look for updates on Carolina Indie Fest's Facebook page. Sanford is a bit to the southwest of the Triangle, but it's close enough to make a very easy day trip. It's a 43 minute drive from Raleigh, a 30 minute drive from Apex, and a 22 minute drive … [Read more...] about Carolina Indie Fest — free music festival in Sanford Sept. 26 and 27
Liberty Arts’ 9th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 15
On Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Liberty Arts will be holding their 9th 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. Please consider making a donation. They'll be pouring 4,000 pounds of molten iron (3,000 degrees!) into molds. Think … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts’ 9th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 15
Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park Oct 24
The Town of Cary's Pumpkin Flotilla takes place Friday, October 24, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. Participation is free. Learn about the Town of Cary's other Halloween events too, including a haunted house, a big pumpkin carving event, and more. Drop off your carved pumpkin on October 23, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. Floats are limited and will be assigned on … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Flotilla at Bond Park Oct 24
HollyFest on Oct 25
HollyFest is a free event on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm Park at Bass Lake, 2401 Gribsby Avenue, Holly Springs. The Town of Holly Springs joins with churches, civic organizations and businesses for this annual community celebration. Admission is free. The event is on rain or shine. The festival features: Activities: … [Read more...] about HollyFest on Oct 25
County and State Fairs in North Carolina — updated for 2025
North Carolina has a rich agricultural heritage, and a visit to a State or County Fair is a great way to experience that heritage. The fairs are back in full force for 2025. You'll have a lot to choose from. You can find livestock competitions, local or regional food and drink, live music, rides, and, of course, lots and lots of fried food. The fairs are primarily held in the fall, with the … [Read more...] about County and State Fairs in North Carolina — updated for 2025
Oktoberfest at Boxyard Sept. 26
Boxyard RTP, at 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 26, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. Celebrate Bavarian culture with an evening of brews, pretzels and fun. Fullsteam RTP will be pouring its Reset: Oktoberfest, a certified Regenified lager, while the North Carolina Polka Time Allstars keep the energy flowing with … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Boxyard Sept. 26
30th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 22 (held at NC Museum of Art)
North Carolina Museum of History's popular American Indian Heritage Celebration returns on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due to the renovations at the museum, it will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Check back soon for the hours and other details. This festival is an annual celebration of … [Read more...] about 30th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 22 (held at NC Museum of Art)
La Fiesta del Pueblo in Downtown Raleigh Sept. 21
La Fiesta del Pueblo is Triangle's largest and most diverse Latin American festival. It takes place Sunday, September 21, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., on Fayetteville Street, as well as on the intersecting streets (Hargett St., Martin St. and Davie St.) It's free to attend. The festival features: … [Read more...] about La Fiesta del Pueblo in Downtown Raleigh Sept. 21
