The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Chestnut Carnival on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. This family event features: … [Read more...] about Chestnut Carnival at The Plant in Pittsboro Nov. 15
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Liberty Arts’ 10th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 14
On Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Liberty Arts will be holding their 10th Annual Iron Pour in the middle of Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to watch this, and it's amazing. Please consider making a donation. They'll be pouring 4,000 pounds of molten iron (3,000 degrees!) into molds. Think of it as a "gritty ballet where all the … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts’ 10th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 14
31st Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 21 (held at NC Museum of Art)
North Carolina Museum of History's popular American Indian Heritage Celebration returns on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due to the renovations at the NC Museum of History, it will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This festival is an annual celebration of the rich diversity and contributions … [Read more...] about 31st Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 21 (held at NC Museum of Art)
Diwali Mela at Brier Creek Nov. 8
Celebrate Diwali at Brier Creek! Brier Creek Commons is hosting Diwali Mela -- A Festival of Lights on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m., by the Brier Creek Clocktower, 8531 Brier Creek Parkway, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event and everyone is welcome. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Diwali Mela at Brier Creek Nov. 8
Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 6
The City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, is hosting the Annual Día de los Muertos celebration on Friday, November 6, 2026. The event takes place from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and is free to attend. Presented in collaboration with Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum, Artist Studio Project, and El Quixote Festival, this FREE community celebration brings families, artists, and … [Read more...] about Annual Day of the Dead celebration at City of Raleigh Museum Nov 6
EgyptFest at St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Raleigh Nov. 6-8
St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Cathedral, 3405 N New Hope Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting EgyptFest on two weekends: Admission is free. Hours: This event for all ages features: Look for updates on the Egyptfest Raleigh Facebook page. … [Read more...] about EgyptFest at St. Mary Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Raleigh Nov. 6-8
Festival of Fabulous Mums at Duke Gardens Nov 6-8
Duke Gardens and Central Carolina Chrysanthemum Society are presenting Festival of Fabulous Mums November 6 to 8, 2026. Hours are: It takes place at at Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend, but parking fees apply. Exhibition mums will create a dazzling floral display outdoors at the Ruth Mary Meyer Japanese Garden in the Culberson Asiatic … [Read more...] about Festival of Fabulous Mums at Duke Gardens Nov 6-8
Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival Nov. 7
Raleigh's International Wine & Beer Festival takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10 a.m to 6 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date and is being combined with I Love Raleigh Festival & Market. The festival is free to attend. Wine, beer and food will be available for purchase. Veterans get a free lunch! Just stop by … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival Nov. 7
Fall Harvest Festival at Epworth United Methodist Church, Durham Nov. 7
Epworth United Methodist Church, 3002 Hope Valley Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting their Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. This free festival for children and family features: If it rains the event will be held indoors. … [Read more...] about Fall Harvest Festival at Epworth United Methodist Church, Durham Nov. 7
10th Annual Chestnut Festival at Strouds Creek Farm in Hillsborough Nov. 7
Strouds Creek Farm, at 1600 Friendship Lane, Hillsborough, is holding its 10th Annual Chestnut Festival on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival is free for adults, and $10 for those age 18 and under. Enjoy a full day of family-friendly activities for all ages – bounce house, pony rides, games, goats, bunnies, and of course, chestnuts! Activities included in the … [Read more...] about 10th Annual Chestnut Festival at Strouds Creek Farm in Hillsborough Nov. 7
