Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, 2026. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 18-19
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Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 19
Festa Italiana will take place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 pm. to 7 p.m., at Hunter Street and Apex Town Hall Courtyard, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Celebrate Italian culture with a fun day that includes: This is an annual event with free admission. Festa Italiana is a 501(c)3 organization that promotes Italian culture and donates to charitable … [Read more...] about Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 19
Morrisville International Festival Sept. 19
The Morrisville International Festival takes place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Indian Creek Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. This is a free festival. Morrisville is one of North Carolina’s fastest‑growing and most diverse communities, and the Morrisville International Festival celebrates that richness with a vibrant, globally inspired … [Read more...] about Morrisville International Festival Sept. 19
Scented Storytime at Durham County Library Sept. 18
Bright Black Candle Co. is hosting Scented Storytime events at branches of Durham County Library. Each of these events will be a storytelling journey through scent, song and laughter. Scented Storytime is for preschoolers and their families. Registration is required. Please follow the links below. Scented StorytimeFriday, April 24, 202610:30 to 11:30 a.m.Stanford L. Warren Branch … [Read more...] about Scented Storytime at Durham County Library Sept. 18
Good Neighbor Day in Wake Forest Sep 19
Wake Forest's Annual Good Neighbor Day takes place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. This is a free event that brings together Wake Forest residents from all walks of life. The event includes: Check for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Good Neighbor Day in Wake Forest Sep 19
Trick-or-Treat the Trail at White Deer Park in Garner Oct. 31
The Town of Garner is hosting Trick-or-Treat the Trail on Saturday, October 31, 2026, 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at White Deer Park, 2400 Aversboro Road, Garner, North Carolina. This is a free event. Kids will trick or treat their way around the one-mile loop trail. Come dressed in costume and don't forget your candy bucket. Local businesses and organizations will be passing out treats around … [Read more...] about Trick-or-Treat the Trail at White Deer Park in Garner Oct. 31
Edward’s Battle Haunted House — free walk-through attraction raises money for kids with cancer
Edward's Battle Haunted House is the project of a Raleigh teen who has battled cancer. Every year since he received his cancer diagnosis he has created a haunted attraction for Halloween. It's free to enjoy, but donations are accepted for Make a Wish. Edward's Battle Haunted House is at 9401 S. Mere Court, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will be take place from 7 to 9 p.m. on these dates in … [Read more...] about Edward’s Battle Haunted House — free walk-through attraction raises money for kids with cancer
Spider Stories — Historia de Aranas in Apex Sept. 16
The Town of Apex is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a special event September 16, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Hunter Street Park Shelter, 1250 Ambergate Station, Apex, North Carolina. Spider Stories -- History de Aranas features is a free event. Activities: Schedule: … [Read more...] about Spider Stories — Historia de Aranas in Apex Sept. 16
Fall Harvest Festival at Epworth United Methodist Church, Durham Nov. 7
Epworth United Methodist Church, 3002 Hope Valley Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting their Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. This free festival for children and family features: If it rains the event will be held indoors. … [Read more...] about Fall Harvest Festival at Epworth United Methodist Church, Durham Nov. 7
Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Market: Halloween Edition Oct. 24
Raleigh Retro Gamers is presenting Triangle Town Market -- Halloween Edition on October 24, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Shop thousands of retro and modern video games, Pokémon, collectibles, geek art, crafts, and more from 70+ vendors. Plus freeplay gaming, a cosplay runway, and as usual, more surprises … [Read more...] about Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Market: Halloween Edition Oct. 24
