The Town of Garner's annual Festival Latino takes place Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Garner Recreation Center, 215 W Main Street, Garner, NC. This is a free event that features live music and dance performances, artisan vendors, a kids' zone, food trucks and more. The kids' zone features face painting, Garner's Rec and Roll activity van, crafts and more. Performance … [Read more...] about Festival Latino in Garner September 12
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Family Fest at Lakeside Retreats: Free event Sept. 12 with outdoor fun, entertainment, yoga, more
Lakeside Retreats, at 4251 Mial Plantation Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Family Fest on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. This is a FREE event, but please register. Family Fest is a relaxed, family-focused community event featuring wellness experiences, creative activities, outdoor play, food, and entertainment. Some of the activities: There's also an … [Read more...] about Family Fest at Lakeside Retreats: Free event Sept. 12 with outdoor fun, entertainment, yoga, more
Roots, Rhythm & Renewal Fest at Thistledown Farm: Live music, parade, yoga, more…
Thistledown Farm NC, 6879 S NC Highway 87, Graham, North Carolina, is hosting Roots, Rhythm & Renewal Fest on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The cost is $10 per person or $20 for a carload. Roots, Rhythm & Renewal Festival is a family-friendly, all-day event for all ages to enjoy music, craft artisan vendors, yoga, a New Orleans-style parade, and more! 8 bands, … [Read more...] about Roots, Rhythm & Renewal Fest at Thistledown Farm: Live music, parade, yoga, more…
Ruby Bridges Literary Day Celebration with Book Harvest on Sept. 12
Book Harvest is presenting their first Ruby Bridges Literary Day on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Book Harvest Family Space, 2501 University Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. This community gathering will honor the legacy of Ruby Bridges and the ongoing importance of creating literacy rich, culturally affirming learning spaces for … [Read more...] about Ruby Bridges Literary Day Celebration with Book Harvest on Sept. 12
17th Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest in Oxford, NC Sept. 11-12
The Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest and Festival will take place on Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 2026, in Downtown Oxford, NC. This free, family-friendly festival will feature: Entertainment … [Read more...] about 17th Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest in Oxford, NC Sept. 11-12
Free Mariachi Concert at Peach Road Cultural Center in Raleigh Sept. 12
Raleigh Music Collective is partnering with Mariachi Viva Mexico NC, Raleigh Parks and Recreation, and the Mexican Consulate for a free mariachi concert. The concert will take place at Peach Road Cultural Center, 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on September 12, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. Raleigh Music Collective students will perform alongside Mariachi Viva Mexico NC, sharing music that … [Read more...] about Free Mariachi Concert at Peach Road Cultural Center in Raleigh Sept. 12
Kids can make a Toy Haunted House at Lowe’s Sept. 12 (registration required)
Lowe's Kids' Workshops and The Home Depot Kids' Workshops are both fun, in-person workshops that give kids a chance to build a simple (usually seasonal) toy or accessory. The workshops, which are free, teach kids basic building skills, as well as safety. Lowe's DIY-U Kids' Workshop Lowe's DIY-U Kids' Workshops take place once a month. Registration is required. When you register you'll sign … [Read more...] about Kids can make a Toy Haunted House at Lowe’s Sept. 12 (registration required)
Hispanic Heritage Fiesta at Shakori Hills Arts Center in Pittsboro Sept. 12
El Vínculo Hispano (The Hispanic Liaison) is hosting its Hispanic Heritage Fiesta on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Shakori Hills Arts Center, 1439 Henderson Tanyard Road, Pittsboro, North Carolina. Admission is free. Highlights Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Fiesta at Shakori Hills Arts Center in Pittsboro Sept. 12
Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Raleigh Fire Museum, 105 Keeter Center Drive in Raleigh, is open just one day a month to the public, although tours can be scheduled other times. If you'd like to just walk in, though, come by the second Saturday of the month, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. It's free to visit. See photos and artifacts that tell the story of the history of firefighting. This is a small museum but it has hundreds of … [Read more...] about Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Fall Festival and Plant Sale at Briggs Avenue Community Garden in Durham Sept. 12
Briggs Avenue Community Garden, which is owned and operated by NCSU-Cooperative Extension-Durham County, is holding its fall festival and plant sale on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Donations are appreciated. The garden is at 1314 S. Briggs Avenue, Durham, NC. You can expect: Whether you're an experienced grower or just getting started, this … [Read more...] about Fall Festival and Plant Sale at Briggs Avenue Community Garden in Durham Sept. 12
