The 4th of July is over, but there is a lot of summer left. Celebrate at one of these festivals in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and beyond.

We focus on free and cheap events here on Triangle on the Cheap, and all of these events fall into that category. Make sure to click each link for details like location, time, and any cost.

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Summer Festivals in the Triangle

The 4th of July is over, but the summer is not. Here are some of the best summer festivals in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond.

Pittsboro Summer Fest

July 7th, Pittsboro. Pittsboro Summer Fest includes laser light show, parade, peach pie contest, live music, much more.

Destination SunFest at Dix Park

July 13th, Raleigh. This summer, Dorothea Dix Park is combining Destination Dix and SunFest into one big festival, that includes free ferris wheel rides, free inflatables (and much more)...as well as those magnificent sunflower fields.

One Giant Leap Festival at NC Museum of History

July 20th, Raleigh. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing with a ton of activities, like bungee jumping, hands-on science activities, film screening, discussions and more. And, of course, visit the NC Museum of History's One Giant Leap exhibit.

Pork, Pickles & Peanuts at Duke Homestead

July 20th, Durham. Visit Duke Homestead State Historic Site to celebrate North Carolina food and history, including a BBQ contest, costumed interpreters, crafts, games, a kids' area, and vendors.

18th Annual Kirby Derby--A Reel Good Time

July 27h, Raleigh. This homegrown tradition includes pine car races, the Kirby Derby Parade, and a soapbox derby. It takes place in Dorothea Dix Park.

Bubble Festival in Chapel Hill

July 27th, Chapel Hill. Grandpop Bubbles will be there with his bubble wands, poles, basins, and 90 gallons of bubble juice. There will also be a dog show, face painting, and more.

Triangle Vegfest

August 17th-18th, Durham. Learn about the vegan lifestyle from the presenters and vendors at this annual festival.

Taste of Soul NC: Ultimate Cookout Experience July 21

August 21st, Durham. This festival in Durham Center Park features food vendors, music, face painting, a misting station and more.

Harvest and Hornworm Festival at Duke Homestead State Historic Site

August 24th, Durham. Celebrate North Carolina's farming culture and history with a hornworm race, live music, a Moon Pie eating contest, a tobacco looping/stringing contest, and more.

Come Out and Play sculpture show

August 24th and 25th, and every Saturday through September 21st, Pittsboro. Explore serious and whimsical sculptures from more than 80 artists on JimGin Farm in Pittsboro.