Carrboro, North Carolina, will celebrate Earth Day, Carrboro Day, and Open Streets on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. This combined celebration will bring people together for an afternoon of eco-friendly activities and outdoor fun. Enjoy a car-free Weaver Street as downtown Carrboro transforms into vibrant spaces for cycling, walking, and exploring green initiatives. The idea of … [Read more...] about Carrboro Day, Earth Day and Open Streets April 19
Kids
Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe Feb. 6
Once a month, N.C. Museum of Natural sciences holds a free event for teens, Teen Science Café. These events usually take place the first Friday of the month (with a couple of exceptions; see below) during the school year, from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Daily Planet Cafe, the coffee shop within the Nature Research Center, at 121 W Jones Street, Raleigh. Each cafe will includes a science … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe Feb. 6
Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 mile south of I-40 Exit 274. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Enjoy fabulous Greek food and scrumptious … [Read more...] about Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Chili Cookoff at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery Feb. 7, and more…
Mystic Farm & Distillery is set on a 22-acre farm at 1413 Stallings Road, Durham, NC, just minutes from Downtown Durham and North Raleigh. It's a home-grown operation: they grow their own wheat and corn to distill and barrel in their 3000 square foot distillery. They've got bee hives on the farm producing honey. You can find Mystic's upcoming events by following their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Chili Cookoff at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery Feb. 7, and more…
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. This free event is a magical day of art, adventure and nature. … [Read more...] about 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25
Spring Fling in Holly Springs — egg hunt, inflatables, more…
Bring the family to Spring Fling at Ting Park, 101 Sportsmanship Way, Holly Springs, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This is a free event but some activities might have a fee. The event is geared toward children ages 8 and younger. This event includes: … [Read more...] about Spring Fling in Holly Springs — egg hunt, inflatables, more…
8th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival in Cary April 11
The Town of Cary is once again celebrating pimento cheese! The Annual Pimento Cheese Festival takes place April 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Food trucks and vendors will serve their regular menus, plus new dishes that feature pimento cheese. Past items have included pimento cheese ice cream, egg rolls, empanadas, and … [Read more...] about 8th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival in Cary April 11
Canceled: Groundhog Day Celebration in Garner
UPDATE: This event has been canceled, due to the inclement weather. Snerd, in Garner, is the Triangle's only official Groundhog Day groundhog. The pressure's on, Snerd! On Monday, February 2, 2026, Snerd will preside at a Groundhog Day celebration from 10 a.m to 12:15 p.m., at Garner Recreation Center, 207 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina. The highlight will be when Snerd delivers her … [Read more...] about Canceled: Groundhog Day Celebration in Garner
Apex Holi Festival March 14
Holi is a popular Hindu festival. It's also known as the "Festival of Love," "The Festival of Colors," and "The Festival of Spring." The most well-known aspect of Holi is a free-for-all throwing of colored powder at participants. The Town of Apex and Hum Sub are hosting the Apex Holi Festival on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Salem Middle School, 6150 Old Jenks Road, Apex, … [Read more...] about Apex Holi Festival March 14
Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 2
The Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Historic Downtown Smithfield. Smithfield is in Johnston County, about a 34 minute drive southeast of Raleigh. Check back soon for the schedule. The festival features a full day of art, music, kids' activities, food and more. A popular feature of the festival is the "What's That Yam Thing?" in which children turn … [Read more...] about Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 2
