Fall festivals in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas will be great in 2025! Please check out this big list of festivals all fall in the Triangle. Our list is getting updated every day. Jump to: Also, whether you're looking for a spooky experience or totally kid-friendly fun, be sure to check out our list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches and haunted trails in the Triangle. … [Read more...] about 40+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2025
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Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 3-4
The popular Triangle Oktoberfest returns to Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Friday, October 3, and Saturday, October 4, 2025. This is an authentic German festival focused on family fun, traditional Bavarian food, local and authentic German beers from Munich. Kids activities include inflatables, face painting, a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and yard games. The … [Read more...] about Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 3-4
Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival October 18
The folks who bring you Raleigh's International Food Festival are presenting Raleigh's International Wine & Beer Festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 12 to 8 p.m. at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. A wide variety of international wine and beer suppliers are coming to Raleigh for this event. The festival is free to attend. Wine, beer and food will … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival October 18
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 schedule hasn't been published yet, but last year it took place from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day on the 400 block of … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
North Carolina State Fair Oct. 16 to 26 — everything you need to know!
Mark your calendar! The North Carolina State Fair will take place October 16 to 26, 2025. Read on to learn how to save money and to learn about some of special features of the Fair. The N.C. State Fair takes place at the N. C. State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. What's New? Check back soon for new foods and features in 2025. Daily Schedule Plan your outing … [Read more...] about North Carolina State Fair Oct. 16 to 26 — everything you need to know!
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
10th Annual Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 20
Asia Fest is returning for 2025. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary. Tickets are $12 ($9 early bird), and free for those 12 and under, or age 65 and older. Purchase tickets here. The festival features: … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Asia Fest, including dragon boat races, Sept. 20
50th Anniversary of Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 20-21
CenterFest is Durham's largest cultural and community event, as well as North Carolina's longest running street art festival. The 50th Anniversary CenterFest will take place Saturday, September 20, and Sunday, September 21, 2025. CenterFest takes place in the downtown Durham loop on Main and Chapel Hill Streets in the Five Points and CCB Plaza areas. This event features musicians, dancers, … [Read more...] about 50th Anniversary of Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 20-21
Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 13
Carolina Circus Festival is a FREE event that will take place in Cary on September 13, 2025, from 3 to 9:30 p.m. The festival is a full day of circus related workshops and shows. There will also be a full market of vendors and food. It takes place in Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 13
The International Festival Sept. 20
The International Festival will take place September 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., at NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enter through Gate 9. It's at the field close to Martin Building. Over 30 cultures will be represented in this celebration. Admission is free. The festival will feature: … [Read more...] about The International Festival Sept. 20