Sandy Creek Park, 3510 Sandy Creek Dr, Durham, is a certified waystation for monarch butterflies as they migrate to Mexico. Celebrate at the 3rd Annual Monarch Festival on Saturday, October 14th, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event for the whole family. There will be free educational materials for all ages, free activities for kids, pollinator plant and milkweed seeds for sale, and … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Monarch Festival at Sandy Creek Park in Durham
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Downtown Cary Harvest Festival
The Downtown Cary Harvest Festival takes place Saturday, October 28th, 2017, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., on South Academy Street and beyond. It's a free event, presented by The Heart of Cary Association, and is a chance to enjoy an afternoon in downtown Cary while getting to know Cary's businesses. Costumes are encouraged! Here's some of what's going on: Local arts and crafts vendors Food … [Read more...] about Downtown Cary Harvest Festival
Blocktoberfest at Little City Brewing: Benefit for Dynamic Water
The 1st Annual Blocktober Fest will take place at Little City Brewing & Provisions, 400 West North Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, October 7th, 2017, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. It's a benefit for Dynamic Water, a small non-profit organization based in North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park, dedicated to providing access to clean, safe drinking water to communities in need. It partners with … [Read more...] about Blocktoberfest at Little City Brewing: Benefit for Dynamic Water
Ratha Yatra: Chariot Procession & Festival of India in Morrisville
Experience Ratha Yatra: Festival of Chariots and Festival of India on Sunday, October 8th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Morrisville. It's free to attend and even includes a free feast. The festival of chariots is a more than thousand-year-old Indian tradition that takes place in cities all over the world, including London, New York City and Toronto. Millions of people have experienced this … [Read more...] about Ratha Yatra: Chariot Procession & Festival of India in Morrisville
Feis in the Forest – An Irish Music Festival
Feis in the Forest - An Irish Music Festival is a free festival that takes place Saturday, September 23rd, 2017, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. on South Taylor Street, between Wait and Elm Avenues, behind Town Hall and in front of the Police Station, in Wake Forest. This is its second year in Wake Forest, after moving from Raleigh. It's free to attend. Entertainment includes: Bands: Gerry … [Read more...] about Feis in the Forest – An Irish Music Festival
Free: National Alpaca Farm Day at Perry Farm in Hillsborough
Celebrate National Alpaca Day! Get up close to the alpacas at Perry Farm, 2428 Walker Road in Hillsborough, at their National Alpaca Farm Day on Saturday, September 23rd, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You'll get the chance to feed alpacas and learn about the care and handling of alpacas. Touch raw fleece and shop for alpaca fleece products. Check out scarves, hats and gloves made from … [Read more...] about Free: National Alpaca Farm Day at Perry Farm in Hillsborough
Octoberfest at Bull City Burger & Brewery 9/23
Celebrate Octoberfest at Bull City Burgers & Brewery, 107 E Parrish St # 105, Durham, on September 23rd, 2017, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event, and is a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity of Durham. The event will feature: Live music Dancing A kid's play area Brats Burgers Pretzels Octoberfest Mustard/Mushroom Fries Wine, beer and … [Read more...] about Octoberfest at Bull City Burger & Brewery 9/23
NC Style Oktobrüefest at Brüeprint Brewing Company
Celebrate a NC Style Oktobrüefest at Brüeprint Brewing Company, 1229 Perry Rd Ste 101, Apex, on Friday, September 15th, 2017, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Big Mike's BBQ will be serving BBQ along with German-style favorites like brats and pretzels paired with beer cheese made with some of Brüeprint's beers. Tom Neuhauser Music will be donning his lederhosen and playing authentic German tunes from … [Read more...] about NC Style Oktobrüefest at Brüeprint Brewing Company
Live and Local: Roots Fest 2017
Live and Local: Roots Fest 2017 is a free festival that takes place on Hillsborough in Raleigh on Saturday, September 23rd, 2017, from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. There will be music and other entertainment on two stages: Main Stage 12:00 p.m.: Ricardo Diquez & the Tropic Orchestra 1:30 p.m.: Fat Bastard Band 3:00 p.m.: Johnny Folsom 4 4:30 p.m.: African American Dance Ensemble 5:00 p.m.: Greg … [Read more...] about Live and Local: Roots Fest 2017
12th Annual Fall Harvest Celebration at Yates Mill County Park
Historic Yates Mill County Park will hold its 12th Annual Fall Harvest Celebration on Saturday, September 16, 2017. Historic Yates Mill County Park is at 4620 Lake Wheeler Rd, Raleigh. This family-oriented event runs from 11 am to 3 pm and includes corn grinding demonstrations and costumed tours of Yates Mill (mill tours are offered from 10 am to 4 pm) and other event activities … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Fall Harvest Celebration at Yates Mill County Park