The annual Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow will be held at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at Harvey Hill at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh. It's open to the public and free to attend. Celebrate the legacy and culture of indigenous communities in North Carolina. This will be a day of competition dancing, music … [Read more...] about Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow October 11
cultural festivals
St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 27
St. Eugene Catholic Church is holding the St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at J. Ashley Wall Town Square, 99 W. 3rd Street, Wendell, NC. The festival is free to attend and features live entertainment, authentic cuisine from around the world to purchase, kids' activities and a raffle. Entertainment: … [Read more...] about St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 27
Day of the Dead Festival at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in Wilson Oct 25
Seeds of Hope Wilson is hosting a Day of the Dead Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, 301 Goldsboro Street S, Wilson, North Carolina. Celebrate special traditions with friends and family. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Day of the Dead Festival at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park in Wilson Oct 25
African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place August 30 and 31, 2025 and is free to attend. The festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. The festival features: Make sure to check the … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
Fiestas en la Calle: Festival LatinoAmericano in Carrboro Aug 24
The 10th Annual Fiestas el la Calle -- Festival LatinoAmericano -- takes place on Sunday, August 25, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 201 W Weaver Street, Carrboro, NC. This event is hosted by El Centro Hispano, North Carolina's largest Hispanic non-profit organization. The free event features: … [Read more...] about Fiestas en la Calle: Festival LatinoAmericano in Carrboro Aug 24
NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
North Carolina Jerk Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of Jamaican independence and culture. It takes place Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2:30 to 8 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
Diwali Festival in Morrisville, including fireworks Oct 25
The Town of Morrisville is presenting a Diwali celebration on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. It will take place at Cedar Fork District Park, 228 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina. The celebration includes: Parking No event parking on site. Shuttles will be running continuously from both 808 and 909 Aviation Parkway. The only on site parking will be … [Read more...] about Diwali Festival in Morrisville, including fireworks Oct 25
Hum Sub Diwali Oct. 11 — music, dance, food, fireworks, more…
Hum Sub Diwali is a celebration of Diwali at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Admission is free and parking is $10. The hours are 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The festival will feature: The evening will end with fireworks over Symphony Lake. … [Read more...] about Hum Sub Diwali Oct. 11 — music, dance, food, fireworks, more…
Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 27-28
Saint Sharbel Church, at 600 Mt. Vernon Church Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting Taste of Lebanon Festival on Saturday, September 27, and Sunday, September 28, 2025. Times (tentative; check back soon for confirmation): Admission is free, and authentic Lebanese food will be available for purchase. Taste of Lebanon, Raleigh NC is a yearly vibrant cultural and food festival celebrating the … [Read more...] about Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 27-28
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
