NC Vibes is bringing the fun of the beach to Raleigh with Raleigh's Summer Beats Festival on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. The event will features live music and dance, games, a food truck rodeo and much more: … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Summer Beats July 12
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Spring Chicken Festival in Siler City May 3
Siler City and Siler City Parks and Recreation Department present the 7th Annual Spring Chicken Festival on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Downtown Siler City. Admission is free. The Spring Chicken Festival will take place on three blocks of Chatham Street, between Beaver Street and Third Street. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Spring Chicken Festival in Siler City May 3
International Day of Dance Festival at Downtown Cary Park April 29 — performances and free workshops
The International Day of Dance Festival, organized by Graceful Expressions, takes place on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from 10:45 a.m. to 8 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free event and suitable for all ages. Celebrate the universal language of dance and the joy of movement through free workshops for all ages and ability levels. The day … [Read more...] about International Day of Dance Festival at Downtown Cary Park April 29 — performances and free workshops
Durham Earth Day Festival April 27
Durham Earth Day Festival will take place Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Durham Earth Day Festival is free to attend. Festival Highlights Earth Day MarketFestival-goers will enjoy a showcase of environmentally friendly businesses and organizations sharing information and resources with the community. Attendees will browse and … [Read more...] about Durham Earth Day Festival April 27
NC Indigenous Artist Festival at North Carolina Museum of Art April 26
The North Carolina Museum of Art, at 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting the NC Indigenous Artist Festival on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The festival is free to attend. This is a free event in the East and West Building. Celebrate American Indian artists from tribes across North Carolina at our third annual festival. This event highlights the living … [Read more...] about NC Indigenous Artist Festival at North Carolina Museum of Art April 26
Touch-a-Truck at Sanderford Road Park in Raleigh April 26
Bring the kids to Sanderford Road Park, 2623 Sanderford Road, Raleigh, for Touch-a-Truck on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event intended for kids up to age 12. At this free event, kids will get to safely explore their favorite trucks and heavy machinery, and meet the people who protect, serve and build the Raleigh community. The first hour of the event, … [Read more...] about Touch-a-Truck at Sanderford Road Park in Raleigh April 26
Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 26
Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free family event in Downtown Wake Forest focuses on celebrating the heart and history of Wake Forest. The event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options and much more! Entertainment … [Read more...] about Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 26
Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 26
Celebrate springtime and art at Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 26, 2025, 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 Celebration. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 26
5th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest in Chapel Hill, plus Greenway Walk & Artist Talk on April 26
The 5th Annual Magical Hill Festival will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, 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 … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest in Chapel Hill, plus Greenway Walk & Artist Talk on April 26
Children’s Day and Youth Music Day at Moore Square April 26
Raleigh, North Carolina is hosting Children's Day and Youth Music Day on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 210 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This annual Children's Day event is presented in partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico in Raleigh and La Ley 101.1 FM. This free event features: Performance schedule: … [Read more...] about Children’s Day and Youth Music Day at Moore Square April 26
