HerbFest is an annual tradition in Wake Forest. Vendors will be selling organic, non-GMO and heritage herbs, as well as vegetables and local perennials. Besides the herb-shopping, there are typically other vendors, plus art and music. HerbFest is the longest running herb festival in the United States, and is free to attend. HerbFest will take place at 530 S. White Street, Wake Forest, on … [Read more...] about Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3
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Cary Underground Market: bands, vendors, workshops and more
The MAKRS Society presents Cary Underground Market the first Sunday of the month from March to December, 2026, 12 to 4 p.m., at Bond Brothers Beer Co., 202 E Cedar Street, Cary, North Carolina. These events are free to attend. They feature 40+ local vendors, live bands, a mini food truck rodeo and more. Cary Underground Market 2026 … [Read more...] about Cary Underground Market: bands, vendors, workshops and more
Pop Shop: Pop Up ARTernative Market at Chapel of Bones Coffee May 3
Chapel of Bones Coffee, at 658 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a fresh brewed gourmet coffee shop with a full bar, featuring live music and entertainment in a unique atmosphere. You can find their upcoming events on their website calendar or Facebook page. Read on to learn about one of them! Pop Shop ARTernative Market1st Sunday of the month10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free All ages event … [Read more...] about Pop Shop: Pop Up ARTernative Market at Chapel of Bones Coffee May 3
Raleigh Geek & Grub Market May 2
Geek and Grub Market is a celebration of all things geek! Play giant games, eat great food, and purchase geeky items from an array of local geek-themed artisans. Occasionally there a Geek and Grub Market that's a little different, like the Pi Day Party on March 14, 2026. (Keep reading!) This themed monthly market, which is presented by the folks at Triangle Game Night, is free to attend. Each … [Read more...] about Raleigh Geek & Grub Market May 2
First Friday Market & Movie Night returns to Moore Square May 1
Raleigh Parks and Get 2 Know Raleigh are hosting First Friday Market & Movie Nights at Moore Square, 200 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. These events will take place the first Friday of the month, from May to November, 2026. Enjoy an outdoor movie, as well as a vendor market, food trucks, free-to-play games, and live music by a local artist. The events take place from 5 to 9 … [Read more...] about First Friday Market & Movie Night returns to Moore Square May 1
PLAYlist Concert Series at Durham Central Park returns May 1 with Kaleta Y Super Yamba Band
Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, will host PLAYlist Concert Series again in 2026. The concerts take place the first Friday of the month from May to October, 2026, except for July, when it takes place the 2nd Friday. It's free to attend. There are restrooms at Durham Central Park and the venue is wheelchair accessible. Parking is free in a lot next to the park. Local … [Read more...] about PLAYlist Concert Series at Durham Central Park returns May 1 with Kaleta Y Super Yamba Band
First Friday Block Party at Raleigh Times — music, art, more
The Morning Times, 10 E. Hargett Street, in Downtown Raleigh, hosts First Friday at the Times on the first Friday of every month, during First Friday Raleigh. These events typically include live music, an art market and more. May First Friday First Friday at the Times on May 1, 2026. Between 7 to 11 p.m., come by for: … [Read more...] about First Friday Block Party at Raleigh Times — music, art, more
The Little Pagan Faire at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship May 2
Triangle Area Pagan Alliance (TAPA) and Eno River CUUPS are hosting Little Pagan Faire on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina. The only cost to attend is one can of food for the organization's food drive for the Interfaith Food Shuttle. The event will feature: … [Read more...] about The Little Pagan Faire at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship May 2
Carrboro Farmers’ Market: Strawberry Jamboree May 2
The Carrboro Farmers' Market is held on the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street Saturdays year round, and Wednesdays April to November. Saturdays:November to March: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.April to October: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesdays:April to October: 3 to 6 p.m. All goods sold were produced within 50 miles of the Market, and the farmers and artisans themselves run the Market. In fact, … [Read more...] about Carrboro Farmers’ Market: Strawberry Jamboree May 2
The Carrboro Really Really Free Market first Saturday of every month
The Carrboro Really Really Free Market is just what it sounds like. A market where people bring what they want to give, and take what they find useful. Nothing is bought, sold or bartered for. You might find toys, books, clothing, DVDs, cupcakes.... It takes the first Saturday of the month at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visit … [Read more...] about The Carrboro Really Really Free Market first Saturday of every month
