A Taste of Greece takes place October 10 and 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p .m. both days, at St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. This event features: A portion of all proceeds will benefit Ukrainian relief efforts. … [Read more...] about Taste of Greece in Durham Oct 10-11, 2026
fall-festivals
Diwali Festival in Morrisville Oct. 24
The Town of Morrisville is presenting a Diwali celebration on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. It will take place at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina. It's free to attend. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Diwali Festival in Morrisville Oct. 24
North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 7-8 in Wilson
The North Carolina Whirligig Festival takes place in downtown Wilson, a little less than an hour east of Raleigh, on Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, 2026. It's free to attend. Times The Whirligig Festival is a two-day arts festival that showcases the arts of the region, including whirligigs, North Carolina folk art created by local artist Vollis Simpson. Whirligigs … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 7-8 in Wilson
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 of … [Read more...] about 31st Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration Nov. 21 (held at NC Museum of Art)
Falling for Local at Dix Park Oct 3: free hayrides, inflatables, pumpkin patch, more
Falling for Local is a free event at Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This festival is a celebration of fall and of local businesses. It's presented by Shop Local Raleigh, Dix Park Conservancy and Dorothea Dix Park. The festival features tons of local vendors, food trucks, North Carolina craft breweries, live music, … [Read more...] about Falling for Local at Dix Park Oct 3: free hayrides, inflatables, pumpkin patch, more
West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 15-17
The Town of Carrboro is hosting the West End Poetry Festival on October 15 to 17, 2026. All events are free and open to the public. The West End Poetry Festival is sponsored by the Town of Carrboro and is planned by the Carrboro Poets Council (currently comprised of Carrboro Poet Laureate Dr. Amanda Bennett, former Carrboro Poet Laureate Liza Wolff-Francis, Jay Bryan, Fred Joiner, Chad Knuth, … [Read more...] about West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 15-17
HollyFest on Oct 31
HollyFest is a free event on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm Park at Bass Lake, 2401 Gribsby Avenue, Holly Springs. This is a free event. This annual, family-friendly event celebrates Holly Springs and all the people, places, and services that our community has to offer. Featuring local artists, businesses, food vendors, children’s activities, and … [Read more...] about HollyFest on Oct 31
Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 18-19
Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, 2026. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 18-19
Clayton Harvest Festival October 22-25
The Clayton Harvest Festival will take place from October 22-25, 2026, at Horne Square, Town Square and other locations in Downtown Clayton. The four-day festival includes a midway full of carnival rides; car, motorcycle, and tractor shows; Latin American Festival; and other community-focused events, vendors, food, music, and fun. Admission is free. Pay for rides, food and drink. Check … [Read more...] about Clayton Harvest Festival October 22-25
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 September 5 and 6, 2026, and is free to attend. The Festival’s Main Stage will be located at 500 Fayetteville Street, with the festival footprint extending throughout the … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
