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. Parking is free, but the lot feels up quickly. Please consider ride-share. This event features: … [Read more...] about Taste of Greece in Durham Oct 10-11, 2026
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Raleigh Greek Festival Oct. 24 and 25
The Raleigh Greek Festival will take place October 24 and 25, 2026, at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 5000 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. Hours of Raleigh Greek Festival: Enjoy: Check out the food menu here. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Habitat for Humanity and Team Rubicon. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Greek Festival Oct. 24 and 25
Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 26
Tamale lovers, take note! The Raleigh Tamale Festival is Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is free to attend. This will be a day of community, celebration and tamales. It will feature performances, family activities, food trucks and vendors. The highlight: Local competitors will compete for the … [Read more...] about Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 26
St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 26
St. Eugene Catholic Church is holding the St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at J. Ashley Wall Town Square, 99 W. 3rd Street, Wendell, NC. The festival is free to attend and features live entertainment, authentic cuisine from around the world to purchase, kids' activities and a raffle. Program Food Enjoy authentic … [Read more...] about St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 26
Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 19
Festa Italiana will take place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 pm. to 7 p.m., at Hunter Street and Apex Town Hall Courtyard, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Celebrate Italian culture with a fun day that includes: This is an annual event with free admission. Festa Italiana is a 501(c)3 organization that promotes Italian culture and donates to charitable … [Read more...] about Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 19
Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 19-20
Saint Sharbel Church, at 600 Mt. Vernon Church Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting Taste of Lebanon Festival on Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, 2026. Times: Admission and parking are free, and authentic Lebanese food will be available for purchase. Taste of Lebanon, Raleigh NC is a yearly vibrant cultural and food festival celebrating the richness of Lebanese cuisine and … [Read more...] about Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 19-20
19th annual Pepperfest in Pittsboro Sep. 13
The 19th Annual Pepperfest takes place at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. Admission is free. The event features: … [Read more...] about 19th annual Pepperfest in Pittsboro Sep. 13
17th Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest in Oxford, NC Sept. 11-12
The Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest and Festival will take place on Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 2026, in Downtown Oxford, NC. This free, family-friendly festival will feature: Entertainment … [Read more...] about 17th Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest in Oxford, NC Sept. 11-12
Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival October 17
Raleigh's International Wine & Beer Festival takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, 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 be available for purchase. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival October 17
Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Aug. 23
Shop Local Raleigh is presenting The Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. Many food trucks will be at each of these events, making them some of the biggest food truck events in the Triangle. Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Dates in 2026 Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSunday, June 21, 202612 to 6 p.m.Free (pay for food) Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSunday, August 23, 202612 to 6 … [Read more...] about Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Aug. 23
