Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 18 - Triangle on the Cheap

Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, 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!

The festival takes place along Owen Avenue and Brooks Street, including Centennial Plaza and Town Hall Parking Lot.

Entertainment & Activities

Arbor Day Tree Seedling Giveaway – Town staff and volunteers will distribute 2,700 oak, river birch, and redbud seedlings – while they last.
DJ from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Luke Vandergriff at12:30 p.m. Multi-instrumentalist, storyteller and visual artist that builds instruments from bottles, cans and repurposed materials.
Blooming In the Forest – Local Floral Arrangement Competition
Raleigh Mobile Petting Zoo
InterActive Theatre of Jef – Showtime: 11 a.m. Town Hall Plaza
Kerr Family YMCA – Activities for children
Wake Forest Farmers Market – Extended hours 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Food Trucks

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When

April 18, 2026 @ 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Cost

FREE

What

Forest Fest

Where

Downtown Wake Forest

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Entertainment & Activities

Food Trucks

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Double-Check Before You Head Out!

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However, sometimes things change without notice, and it’s also possible that we can make a mistake.

Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.

More Earth Day and Arbor Day activities in the Triangle

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