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
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Fall Back Vintage Market at Raleigh Iron Works March 7-8
Shop for retro finds at Fall Back Vintage Market on Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. It takes place at Raleigh Iron Works, 1101 East Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. On Saturday, early bird tickets are available for $10. Early bird tickets grant you admission from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. There will be 40+ vendors, Bad … [Read more...] about Fall Back Vintage Market at Raleigh Iron Works March 7-8
Raleigh’s Women’s Market in Moore Square March 8
Pomona Pop Ups is hosting Raleigh's Women's Market on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Moore Square, 201 Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Spend the day shopping a curated lineup of local female makers, artists, and vendors, enjoying women-owned food trucks, and soaking in live performances by female musicians. … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Women’s Market in Moore Square March 8
Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Unleashed's Annual Spring Fling is a fun, free event for families, including the canine family members. Parking is also free. It takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Admission and parking are free. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Feminist First Friday at Hartwell March 6: free headshots, art, vendors, more…
Downtown Raleigh Alliance presents Feminist First Friday on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Hartwell, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event is part of Raleigh's First Friday festivities, and is honor of Women's History Month, which takes place in March. Feminist First Friday features: … [Read more...] about Feminist First Friday at Hartwell March 6: free headshots, art, vendors, more…
Annual Wake Forest HerbFest April 24 – May 3
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
Day by Day List of Spring Markets in the Triangle: Vintage, Handmade, More
Markets are popping up all over the Triangle. You'll find them in large venues like the North Carolina Fairgrounds, in breweries, in arts venues, and more. Some focus on handmade items, some on vintage goods, some on art, some are flea markets, and some have a broader focus, with many kinds of vendors. Some are regularly scheduled and some show up just once. Some of these markets also include … [Read more...] about Day by Day List of Spring Markets in the Triangle: Vintage, Handmade, More
Pandas Supporting Local: Free crafts and goodies March 1
Cozy Panda presents Pandas Supporting Local on March 1, 2026, from 1 to 3 p.m., at Trophy Brewing, 656 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Stop by for free crafts and goodies from participating vendors. Plus, a food truck will be on site and drinks will be available for purchase. … [Read more...] about Pandas Supporting Local: Free crafts and goodies March 1
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
Raleigh Book Fair at Raleigh Iron Works Feb. 28
Front Paige Media is bringing Raleigh Book Fair to Raleigh Iron Works, 1101 E Whitaker Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on February 28, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. Free to attend. Inspired by the joy of your favorite childhood book fair and elevated with vibrant community spirit, this event brings together book lovers, indie authors, local makers, and literary creatives for one unforgettable … [Read more...] about Raleigh Book Fair at Raleigh Iron Works Feb. 28
