The Town of Angier is hosting a Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Jack Marley Park, 245 E Williams Street, Angier, North Carolina. Angier is in Harnett County, 22.6 miles south of Raleigh, and 15 miles from Fuquay-Varina. 20 food trucks will be on site. Each truck will be offering some sample-sized portions for $5 or less, so you can try a little bit of … [Read more...] about Town of Angier Food Truck Rodeo May 17
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Carrboro Day May 4: music, poetry, crafts, more…
Carrboro Day takes place on the first Sunday of May every year. It's back for 2025, on Sunday, May 4, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Town Commons, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro. This free event is about meeting neighbors, learning about the Town and celebrating Carrboro. It features live music, poetry, art, history, kids' activities, a walking tour and more. Follow the Town of Carrboro Facebook page … [Read more...] about Carrboro Day May 4: music, poetry, crafts, more…
Raleigh DIY Punk Rock Flea Market May 3-4: weird art, cool stuff, live music
Raleigh DIY Punk Rock Flea Market will take place Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day, at Rebus Works, 301-2 Kinsey Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Four local bands will be performing each day. Keep reading for the band schedule. Admission is free. Families and dogs are welcome! Enjoy: Band Schedule Saturday Sunday … [Read more...] about Raleigh DIY Punk Rock Flea Market May 3-4: weird art, cool stuff, live music
Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 26
Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free family event in Downtown Wake Forest focuses on celebrating the heart and history of Wake Forest. The event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options and much more! Entertainment … [Read more...] about Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 26
Brewgaloo — local beer fest — April 25 and 26
Brewgaloo NC Craft Beer Festival takes place on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh on Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, 2025. It features live music, food, and, of course, a wide selection of beer to try! Friday Night Kick-Off Party On Friday night, there's a tasting event from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. There's no admission price to enter the festival, but a tasting ticket is $45 online … [Read more...] about Brewgaloo — local beer fest — April 25 and 26
Fest in the West — Western Cary’s Signature Festival — April 5
Fest in the West is a free festival in Western Cary on Saturday, April 5, 2025. It takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at a new location: Mills Park Field 1, Cary, North Carolina. Get ready for an active day of learning and fun! You and your kids can participate in many activities from jump rope to robotics. Our two stages will host youth dance and musical groups and The Big Field offers … [Read more...] about Fest in the West — Western Cary’s Signature Festival — April 5
April Foods Day Food Truck Rodeo in Garner April 5
Downtown Garner will host the April Foods Day Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., on Main Street in Downtown Garner, NC. This event features lots of delicious food, as well as local artisan vendors, music from a DJ, and a Kids' Zone with inflatables and games. Food Vendors Artisan Vendors Please note that this is not an event for pets. … [Read more...] about April Foods Day Food Truck Rodeo in Garner April 5
For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo in Raleigh Feb. 22
Raleigh Downtown and NC Throwdown are presented For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at 227 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, North Carolina (next to the NC State Capitol.) This free event is in celebration of Black History Month and will showcase some of the best Black-owned food trucks, as well as Black artisans and vendors. This will be a day of … [Read more...] about For the Culture Food Truck Rodeo in Raleigh Feb. 22
Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday Market Nov 22 (including free pictures with Santa!)
The Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting will take place on Friday, November 22, 2024, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at Lichtin Plaza, at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South Street, Raleigh. There will be entertainment, a large vendors market, food and more. There will even be free pictures with Santa! Tree Lighting Festivities Food and Drink Vendors … [Read more...] about Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Celebration and Holiday Market Nov 22 (including free pictures with Santa!)
Liberty Arts’ 8th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 16
On Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Liberty Arts will be holding their 8th 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 RSVP on the Eventbrite page. They'll be pouring 4,000 pounds of molten iron (3,000 degrees!) into molds. Think of it as a "gritty ballet where … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts’ 8th Annual Iron Pour at Durham Central Park Nov 16
