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. September First Friday First Friday at the Times on September 4, 2026. Between 7 to 11 p.m., come by for: … [Read more...] about First Friday at Raleigh Times Sept. 4 — music, art, more
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Triangle Barkitecture — pet architecture and design competition at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 10
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Triangle Barkitecture, a one-of-a-kind design competition that has architects, designers, students and creative minds creating unique, pet-inspired architecture. Triangle Barkitecture takes place October 10, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., and is free to attend. This pet architecture competition features over 20 unique builds … [Read more...] about Triangle Barkitecture — pet architecture and design competition at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 10
North Carolina Vintage Bazaar NC State Fairgrounds Aug. 29 and 30
North Carolina Vintage Bazaar takes place Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. both days, at the Jim Graham Building at the N.C. State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets start at $13.01 for a single day. Early bird tickets, which get you in the door an hour early, are more. Buy tickets here. What you'll find: … [Read more...] about North Carolina Vintage Bazaar NC State Fairgrounds Aug. 29 and 30
Hello Kitty and Friends MiniCon on Aug. 29
Charlie's Collectible Show is bringing Hello Kitty and Friends MiniCon to Triangle Town Center, 3801 Sumner Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on August 29, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will take place in the former Macy's space. This is a free event. Items will be for sale, and there may be some activities that require a fee. This is a celebration of bows, friendship, kindness, cute … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty and Friends MiniCon on Aug. 29
Durham Ballet Theatre Costume Sale Aug. 29
Durham Ballet Theatre, at 608 N Duke Street, Durham, North Carolina, is holding a costume sale on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. It's free to attend, and there's a huge selection under $10. Come early for the biggest selection. Take advantage of Durham Ballet Theatre's massive spring cleaning of their storage area. You'll find theater and dance costumes for children, teens … [Read more...] about Durham Ballet Theatre Costume Sale Aug. 29
CCS Nerd Yard Sale at Triangle Town Center Aug. 30
Charlie’s Collectible Show is bringing CCS Nerd Yard Sale to Triangle Town Center, 3801 Sumner Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on August 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will take place in the former Macy’s space. This is a free event. Items will be for sale, and parking is free too. Collectors, fans, and hobbyists will open up their shelves, clear out their stashes, and pass along the … [Read more...] about CCS Nerd Yard Sale at Triangle Town Center Aug. 30
Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant Aug. 30
The Plant and Fullsteam Brewery are presenting the second Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. Celebrate North America’s largest native fruit at Pawpaw Palooza. Sample creative uses of this regional treasure while enjoying local food, drinks, shopping, and live music. Festival … [Read more...] about Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant Aug. 30
Chestnut Carnival at The Plant in Pittsboro Nov. 15
The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Chestnut Carnival on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. This family event features: … [Read more...] about Chestnut Carnival at The Plant in Pittsboro Nov. 15
Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on Aug. 23
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Durham Underground Market seven Sundays from March to November, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Each markets features 50+ … [Read more...] about Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on Aug. 23
Smithfield Oktoberfest October 10
Head to Downtown Historic Smithfield, North Carolina, for Oktoberfest on Saturday, 10, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Smithfield Oktoberfest October 10
