On Saturday, April 19, 2025, Children's Day Festival of Cary will take place from 1 to 7 p.m. at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Admission is free. It is a mini version of the nation-wide celebrations that have been taking place in Turkey for the past 88 years as a national holiday, a children’s version of the international festival, and an event where … [Read more...] about Children’s Day Festival of Cary: International music, dance, crafts, food
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Nuv Yug India Fest March 22
The Nuv Yug India Fest takes place Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Jim Graham Building at the State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. Parking is also free. The festival features approximately 120 unique dance and music performances throughout the day. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Nuv Yug India Fest March 22
55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 17
The 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival will take place Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This festival is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. This is a FREE event for all ages. The event includes: Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Main Stage Performances … [Read more...] about 55th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham May 17
Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 15
Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade is planned for Saturday, March 15, 2025. It starts at 10 a.m. and lasts about an hour and a half. This is a non-motorized parade. Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade Route The parade starts at 10 a.m. at Hillsborough Street and Salisbury Street, heading south on Salisbury Street. It then turns left on Morgan Street and right on Fayetteville Street, where it … [Read more...] about Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 15
Lunar New Year — how to celebrate the Year of the Snake in the Triangle
The Lunar New Year takes place January 29, 2025, and is celebrated for several weeks, starting in mid-January, through the beginning of February. Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it's also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea. 2025 is the Year of the Snake in most Asian countries! If you were born in 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965, 1953, or 1941, … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year — how to celebrate the Year of the Snake in the Triangle
Chinese New Year Festival with TACAS Jan 25
The Triangle's largest Chinese New Year celebration returns in 2025. Celebrate the Year of the Snake! The 2025 NC TACAS Chinese New Year Festival takes place Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will be at Dorton Arena at the North Carolina Sate Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC. Tickets are $10 in advance and $13 at the door. Kids under age 6 are admitted for … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year Festival with TACAS Jan 25
24th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Jan. 25
North Carolina Museum's 24rd Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed for renovation. Activities will take place on the Bicentennial Plaza and inside the museum. The festival takes place Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 … [Read more...] about 24th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Jan. 25
Holi Celebration in Morrisville with the Hindu Society of North Carolina March 15
The Hindu Society of North Carolina is presenting a Holi celebration on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. It will take place at HSNC, at 309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville. Please check back soon for details. Last year the festival was free to attend, but there was a $5 parking fee. The celebration typically includes: Schedule: … [Read more...] about Holi Celebration in Morrisville with the Hindu Society of North Carolina March 15
Town of Morrisville’s Holi Festival March 22
The Town of Morrisville is hosting a Holi Festival on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the Cedar Fork Community Center, 1050B Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. Join the community to celebrate Holi, the ancient Hindu festival marking the end of winter and welcoming the spring season. The festival is free, and will feature dancing, Holi powders, artisan vendors, … [Read more...] about Town of Morrisville’s Holi Festival March 22
Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7
Great news for the Triangle! Raleigh's International Food Festival is returning! It will take place Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 420 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. This very popular festival will feature a wide variety of international food, international beer and wine, international performers and more. Over 50 countries will be represented and there will be … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7