The Hindu Society of North Carolina is presenting a Holi celebration on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. It will take place at HSNC, at 309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina. The festival is free to attend, but there is a $5 parking fee. The celebration includes: Schedule: … [Read more...] about Holi Celebration in Morrisville with the Hindu Society of North Carolina March 8
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25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art Feb. 28
North Carolina Museum of History's 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed for renovation. The festival takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast for January 31. This … [Read more...] about 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art Feb. 28
Lunar New Year 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse in the Triangle
The Lunar New Year takes place February 17, 2026, and is celebrated for several weeks, starting in late January. Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it's also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea. 2026 is the Year of the Horse in most Asian countries! If you were born in 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, or 1942, after the Lunar New Year (late … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse in the Triangle
Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
The Town of Cary, will host its annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, 2025, from 1:30 to 6 p.m., at the Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary. It's free to attend. Curated by Darrell Stover, Cary Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. Enjoy dance, drumming, storytelling and visual arts. … [Read more...] about Annual Kwanzaa Celebration in Cary Dec 29
The International Festival Aug. 29 and 30
The International Festival will take place August 29 and 30, 2026, at Theatre Raleigh, 6638 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Hours are: Ticket prices vary. Tickets include meals. Learn more here. … [Read more...] about The International Festival Aug. 29 and 30
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
Lunar New Year celebration at Lake Lynn Community Center
The City of Raleigh is presenting a free Lunar New Year program on Sunday, February 4, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Lake Lynn Community Center, 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy games, crafts, and the Lion Dance. This event is brought to you by the Cultural Outreach and Enrichment (COE) Program, Wah Lum Kung Fu of Raleigh, and Lake Lynn Community Center. … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year celebration at Lake Lynn Community Center
Irish Fest in the Forest Sep 16
Irish Fest in the Forest is an annual Irish music and dance festival, presented by the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Besides music and dance, there will be Irish sports too from Raleigh Cú Chulainn and Raleigh GAA Youth Club. It will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 2 to 8 p.m., at ZincHouse Winery and Brewery, 6225 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is … [Read more...] about Irish Fest in the Forest Sep 16
Eighth Latin American Festival in Carrboro August 27
The eighth Latin American Festival will take place Sunday, August 27th, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 201 West Weaver Street, Carrboro, NC. Enjoy live music, dancing, Latin American food, artisans and more. This is a free festival. … [Read more...] about Eighth Latin American Festival in Carrboro August 27
JoCo Latino Festival in Selma May 7
Celebrate all things Latino at the sixth annual JoCo Latino Festival. This free family event takes place outdoors on Sunday, May 7th, 2023, from 2 to 7 p.m., in Downtown Selma, NC. The event includes: The entertainment lineup stars Sandra Padilla from Univision’s La Reina de la Cancion, “The Queen of Song;” and two live music bands: Directo Norteño and Jazziando Latin Jazz. A local … [Read more...] about JoCo Latino Festival in Selma May 7
