Ma & Pa Festival - a Mother's and Father's Day Festival May 9

Celebrate both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day at the Ma & Pa Festival on May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Fayetteville Street, between Hargett and Davie Streets, in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina.

It’s free to attend.

Shop local this year for your parents with some of the best local vendors! There will be a DJ and live music keeping the party alive and an interactive lounge section with a bar, cafe and plenty of activities.

Ma & Pa Festival, presented by MAKRS Society, will feature:

140 local vendors
Food truck rodeo
Craft beer
Beer, wine, mimosas and more at MAKRS Bars
Coffee and pastries at MAKRS Cafe
Lounge area
Live DJ
DIY Lipstick and Body Butter station
Life size coloring book from Press Ink
Lawn games section
Indoor mobile cigar lounge
Face painting

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When

May 9, 2026 @ 11:00 am-6:00 pm

Cost

FREE

What

Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s Day and Father’s Day festival

Where

Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh

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Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh

400 Fayetteville Street
Raleigh, NC

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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.

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Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh

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