The MAKRS Society is presenting Bull City BOOs Fest, a Halloween Festival, at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. This event features Halloween performances, a live DJ, a Harry Potter-themed kids' zone, breweries, food trucks and activities. Tickets Ticket sales start August 14, 2026. Price includes fees. Early … [Read more...] about 5th Annual Bull City BOOs Fest at Durham Central Park Oct. 17
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Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival October 17
Raleigh's International Wine & Beer Festival takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 12 to 8 p.m. at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. A wide variety of international wine and beer suppliers are coming to Raleigh for this event. The festival is free to attend. Wine, beer and food will be available for purchase. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival October 17
Durham Really Really Free Market 3rd Saturday of month
Durham Really Really Free Market is a community gathering that's all about sharing. Bring what you don't need and take anything you do need. It's not about buying, selling, trading or bartering. Just sharing. No money involved. Durham Really Really free Market generally takes place on the third Saturday of the month, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Orchard Park, 1000 S Duke Street, Durham, North … [Read more...] about Durham Really Really Free Market 3rd Saturday of month
CaryLive! Concert: Harvey Street Oct. 17
CaryLive! is a free concert series at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The concerts will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., and are free to attend. CaryLive! Schedule Follow each link below for information on the artist. … [Read more...] about CaryLive! Concert: Harvey Street Oct. 17
Sixth Annual Bullhorn Fest in Durham Oct. 17
The 6th Annual Bullhorn Festival takes place Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 12:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Shadowbox Studio, 2000 Dominion Street, Durham, North Carolina. Bullhorn Fest stands out among area festivals with its focus on both local arts and progressive activism. This year's festival offers over 30 artists, artisans, and performers alongside opportunities for DIY creativity and action on … [Read more...] about Sixth Annual Bullhorn Fest in Durham Oct. 17
Halloween Boo Bash in Downtown Wake Forest Oct 17
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department's annual Boo Bash will take place in Downtown Wake Forest, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event. The Halloween Boo Bash is a family-oriented festival for children ages 12 and younger. This year’s festivities will include: … [Read more...] about Halloween Boo Bash in Downtown Wake Forest Oct 17
West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 15-17
The Town of Carrboro is hosting the West End Poetry Festival on October 15 to 17, 2026. All events are free and open to the public. The West End Poetry Festival is sponsored by the Town of Carrboro and is planned by the Carrboro Poets Council (currently comprised of Carrboro Poet Laureate Dr. Amanda Bennett, former Carrboro Poet Laureate Liza Wolff-Francis, Jay Bryan, Fred Joiner, Chad Knuth, … [Read more...] about West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 15-17
Book Shop Pop-Up at Crank Arm Brewing Company Raleigh on Oct. 17
Crank Arm Brewing Company, 319 West Davie Street, Raleigh, is a craft brewery & tasting room located in downtown Raleigh, NC. Crank Arm Brewing hosts many events, including live music, trivia, game nights and more. You can find their upcoming events on their Meetup page or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Book Shop Pop-up and Author ShowcaseSaturday, October 17, 20262 to 5 … [Read more...] about Book Shop Pop-Up at Crank Arm Brewing Company Raleigh on Oct. 17
50+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2026
Fall festivals in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas will be great in 2026! Please check out this big list of festivals all fall in the Triangle. Our list is getting updated every day. We are adding more details as we receive them. Jump to: September Festivals African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and … [Read more...] about 50+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2026
Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse, 2700 North Roxboro Street in Durham, has a mission of reaching out to the community and providing a safe, clean, peaceful atmosphere for people to come and enjoy a good cup of coffee, music, games and fun. Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse is an outreach ministry of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Everything, from the music to the coffee and desserts, is on a donation … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
