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Maybe canceled? Eastern European Cultural Festival in Apex Oct. 4

UPDATE: The link for this event is no longer active. So we are assuming that the event is not happening and we're removing it from the calendar. The originally published details are still below. NC Vibes is presenting Eastern European Cultural Festival on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m ., at Sweetwater, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. This event is free to … [Read more...] about Maybe canceled? Eastern European Cultural Festival in Apex Oct. 4

Venezuelan Market at Durham Central Park Sept. 7

Venezuelan Cultural Association of North Carolina is presenting the Venezuelan Market on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. This is a free, family-friendly event that includes: This event is organized by Venezuelan Cultural Association of North Carolina. … [Read more...] about Venezuelan Market at Durham Central Park Sept. 7

83rd Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival Sept. 6-7

The 83rd Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival takes place Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, 2025, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, at NC State Fairgrounds, Holshouser Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. The theme this year is "Happy Holidays." Tickets are $5, with kids under 13 admitted for free. The festival features: This is a great opportunity to shop for a … [Read more...] about 83rd Annual NC Gourd Arts & Crafts Festival Sept. 6-7

Mosaic Market, with live music: Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs on Sept. 3

Mosaic holds the Mosaic Market once a month at The Works Yard, 367 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, North Carolina. The market features artisan crafts, fresh produce and a vibrant community atmosphere, including live music. It takes place the first Wednesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. The markets are currently scheduled through October 1, 2025. Look for updates at … [Read more...] about Mosaic Market, with live music: Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs on Sept. 3

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. Check back soon for details. Make sure to check the aacfestival.org and the festival's Facebook page for updates … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend

Apex Night Market

Apex Night Market is taking place at iONNA Rechargery, 400 S Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina, on four Fridays in 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy shopping for unique gifts, and food and drink, while supporting local businesses. Food trucks will be on site. 2025 dates for Apex Night Market: … [Read more...] about Apex Night Market

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Youngpreneur Back To School Pop-Up Shop

Step into a one-of-a-kind experience at the Youngpreneur Back to School Pop-Up Shop — where the spotlight is on young business owners, creativity, and community spirit. The event takes place at Beyond Yane, 3303 Rock Quarry Road, Suite 103, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. It's free to attend but donation of school supplies would be … [Read more...] about Youngpreneur Back To School Pop-Up Shop

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