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. 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
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Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 6
Great news for the Triangle! Raleigh's International Food Festival is returning! It will take place Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 420 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. This very popular festival will feature a wide variety of international food, international beer and wine, international performers and more. Over 50 countries will be represented and there will be … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 6
FamFest 2026: Celebration of African American Family History March 14
The African American Experience presents FamFest 2026 on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at The Life Enrichment Center, 3805 Tarheel Club Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. FamFest 2026 is a vibrant celebration of African American family history, featuring a variety of engaging activities aimed at honoring our ancestors' contributions. Attendees will enjoy … [Read more...] about FamFest 2026: Celebration of African American Family History March 14
Fenton’s Skate the Square: Save $3 on Mondays
Fenton in Cary is once again hosting an outdoor ice skating rink in the winter of 2025. The skating rink will be in Fenton Square, 21 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, NC. Fenton also hosts many events throughout the week, including fitness, children's activities, live music, holiday events and more. Check out Fenton's event calendar. Tickets for Fenton Skate the Square are $18 per person. That … [Read more...] about Fenton’s Skate the Square: Save $3 on Mondays
2nd Annual Holiday Model Train Show at Durham Main Library
Durham County Library is hosting a Holiday Model Train Show on select dates in December, 2025. Watch as ten model trains travel through 400 square feet of layouts, including the NC State Fair, Dinosaur Land, Origami, Outer Space and more. The exhibit is brought to us by Little WORLD Charity, and is a 100% volunteer effort. Little World Charity brings joys to kids across the Triangle in … [Read more...] about 2nd Annual Holiday Model Train Show at Durham Main Library
Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
On January 4, 2026, the town of Selma is celebrating Three Kings Day with a free event for the whole community. Selma Three Kings Fiesta Selma Three Kings Day CelebrationSunday, January 4, 20262 to 5 p.m.Downtown Selma105 Raiford Street, Selma, NCFree Celebrate Three Kings Day in downtown Selma. A skit in both English and Spanish explaining Three Kings Day will be performed. The … [Read more...] about Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
NC Collector’s Roadshow Jan. 3 and 4
Raleigh's largest sports cards, toys and collectibles show will be at the Jim Graham Buildingon NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, on January 3 and 4, 2026. The event will feature over many tables of great finds, including: Admission is only $5 for adults and is free for kids 12 and under. A pass for the whole weekend is just $7. … [Read more...] about NC Collector’s Roadshow Jan. 3 and 4
Emancipation Day: Fighting for Freedom: Black Civil War Reenactors at Pope House Museum Jan. 3
For Emancipation Day, the Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, will be presenting Fighting for Freedom: Black Civil War Reenactors. This free event takes place on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No registration is required. Travel back in time to see United States Colored Troops and allies as they tell stories of real-life Black soldiers … [Read more...] about Emancipation Day: Fighting for Freedom: Black Civil War Reenactors at Pope House Museum Jan. 3
Taste of Soul in Durham May 23
The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and bounce houses Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on May 23, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Durham … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Durham May 23
40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
The African American Dance Ensemble is hosting the 40th Kwanzaa Fest on Thursday, January 1, 2026, from 12 to 5:30 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The doors open at 12 p.m. and performances will start at 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy performances, a marketplace, art, a drum circle, dance, music, poetry, food and more. In memory of Baba Chuck Davis, … [Read more...] about 40th Kwanzaa Fest in Durham Jan 1
