The 2nd Annual International Day of Dance Festival, organized by Graceful Expressions, takes place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8:15 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free event and suitable for all ages. This is not a drop-off event. Parents or guardians must stay with their children. Celebrate the universal language of dance … [Read more...] about International Day of Dance Festival at Downtown Cary Park April 29 — performances and free workshops
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Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5
Holly Springs is celebrating Independence Day with its annual fireworks show on Sunday July 5th, 2026. The celebration will take place from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm at Bass Lake Park, 2401 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration features live music, food and fireworks. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, or towels as the event is lawn seating. … [Read more...] about Holly Springs Fireworks Show on July 5
Fourth of July Celebration in Hillsborough: Together We Are America
The Town of Hillsborough is presenting Together We Are America July 4th Celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. This is a free event that will take place in River Park and at venues throughout Downtown Hillsborough, North Carolina. Activities will take place at River Park, adjacent to the Farmers Market Pavilion, and at venues throughout downtown Hillsborough. … [Read more...] about Fourth of July Celebration in Hillsborough: Together We Are America
Creation Celebration at Highland UMC on Apr. 26 — free food, games, entertainment, more…
In Honor of Earth Day, Highland United Methodist Church, at 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, invites the community to join them for a celebration of God's good creation. Creation Celebration takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend and for all ages. Luke Vandergriff will be performing. He's a local multi-instrumentalist, storyteller, and visual artist … [Read more...] about Creation Celebration at Highland UMC on Apr. 26 — free food, games, entertainment, more…
Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Unleashed's Annual Spring Fling is a fun, free event for families, including the canine family members. Parking is also free. It takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Admission and parking are free. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 25
Celebrate springtime and art at Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. You might also be interested in this huge list of upcoming art, artisan and vintage markets in the Triangle! This festival will feature 170+ local artists and also serves as an Earth Day … [Read more...] about Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 25
6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25
The 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 E. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. This event will also be an Earth Day celebration. Compete in a Fairy Garden contest, for prizes. Pre-registration is required for the Fairy Garden Contest. View all the fairy homes, which are made from all natural … [Read more...] about 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25
Raleigh City Farm: Bearthday April 25 — Earth Day and 15th Anniversary Celebration
Raleigh City Farm, at 800 N Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is celebrating its birthday and Earth Day at its annual Bearthday Party on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It's free to attend. Rain date is April 26. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Raleigh City Farm: Bearthday April 25 — Earth Day and 15th Anniversary Celebration
Caribbean Link Up Festival Apr. 25
CaribMask Caribbean Carnival has announced a spring festival. Caribbean Link Up Festival takes place Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m., at Sanderford Park, 2623 Sanderford Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free, family-friendly event. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Caribbean Link Up Festival Apr. 25
Y’all Means All NC Beer Festival at Raleigh Brewing Co. Apr. 25
Raleigh Brewing Company, 3707 Neil Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Y'all Means All NC Beer Festival on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. The festival is free to attend. You pay for your food and drink. The festival features tons of North Carolina breweries (see below), plus local artisans, food trucks and live music. A portion of the proceeds will be going to LGBT … [Read more...] about Y’all Means All NC Beer Festival at Raleigh Brewing Co. Apr. 25
