Community Events

Community Events

Check out the local events happening near Raleigh. Click on the event titles below to see more information about each event

September 29th: 

  • Food Truck Rodeo at Carolina Indie Fest
    • Sanford
    • Six food trucks will be serving on Friday of Carolina Indie Fest this September 29th including:
      • Bella Nonna
      • Smokehouse Bandits
      • Tacos El Primo
      • Umami
      • Bombass Sandwich
      • Millie’s Mama Bakes
    • There’s something for everyone in this lineup from Italian to BBQ to Mexican and Sushi to amazing sammiches and cookies.
    • Eat well and dance it off at Carolina Indie Fest which runs from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday Sept 29th.

September 30th- October 1st: 

  • Taste Of Greece 2023
    • Durham
    • Fabulous, authentic Greek food and scrumptious desserts for outdoor tented dining or take-out. Admission is FREE.
    • A portion of the proceeds will benefit Ukrainian relief efforts. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. both days. 

September 30th: 

  • Oktoberfest
    • Raleigh
    • Grab your Lederhosen and enjoy a German Inspired festival with Fall Brews, German inspired Foods, Live Music, Shopping & Fun throughout the Village!
    • Join the fun Passport Contest by visiting all the Village Shops and getting your Passport stamped for a chance to win a $100 Gift Card to any Lafayette Village Shop!
    • 12 p.m.-4 p.m. 

September 30th: 

  • Fall Plant Sale
    • Chapel Hill
    • Saturday, September 30; 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
    • Free and open to all!
    • Join us for our annual Fall Plant Sale to find new beauties for your garden!
    • Planting in the fall gives time for plants to establish their root systems prior to the growing season.
    • We grow the southeastern native plants for sale right here in our nursery, and proceeds support our research in plant conservation and propagation.

September 30th: 

  • Barkitecture 
    • Cary
    • Triangle Barkitecture is a one-of-a-kind pet architecture and design competition to raise money for pets in need by supporting local foster and pet rescue organizations right here in the Triangle.
    • 1 p.m.-5 p.m. at Fenton in Cary.
    • Local architects, engineers, designers, and creative minds all over the Triangle compete to create the best custom pet architecture that is then auctioned off at the event with 100% of those profits going to local pets in need.

September 30th:

  • Paws for Granville Shopping for a Cause
    • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
    • Granville Expo Center, Oxford, NC
    • 95+ vendors, shopping, food trucks, fun pet food drive!

October 1st: 

  • Carrboro Music Festival 2023
    • Carrboro
    • The 26th Annual Carrboro Music Festival is scheduled to take place at venues all over the Downtown Carrboro area on Sunday, Oct. 1.
    • The daylong festival starts at 1 p.m.
    • We have all new free educational workshops starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Century Center and other locations.
    • These include learning about Synthesizers, Recording, Accordions and more! (some workshops require registration and have limited availability). 
  • Folk N Funk Festival
    • 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
    • Koka Booth Amphitheatere
    • Join in on the fun at this year’s Folk N Funk music festival in Cary.
    • The festival will include 6 bands, local vendors, and concessions! 
  • Carrboro Music Festival 

October 1st – October 3rd:

  • Gizmo Brew Open Mic
    • 3 p.m.-6 p.m.
    • Gizmo Brew Works-Brewery and Taproom
    • It’s Open Mic every Sunday at Gizmo Brew Works on the outdoor stage from 3-6 p.m.! 

October 2nd:

  • Free outdoor concerts at Colonial Inn in Hillsborough

October 3rd:

October 4th:

  • Music Bingo
    • 6:30 p.m.
    • Join for a chance to win some amazing prizes as a night of Music Bingo at the Southern Peak Brewery Taproom takes place October 4th Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
  • Ty Dolla Sign
    • 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
    • The Ritz, Raleigh, United States
    • Ty Dolla Sign will be performing in Raleigh at The Ritz October 4th.
    • The Ritz is a standing room only event. The event has a 8 ticket limit.
    • Other musicians including Leon Thomas from the hit tv show Victorious will be performing as well. 
  • Astronomy on Tap in the Triangle 
  • October Raleigh Night Market
    • Raleigh
    • Join us in kicking off the spooky season on the first Wednesday of October from 5-9p.
    • We will be outside on Parham St. and Wolfe St. as well as inside Market Hall in downtown Raleigh!

October 5th:

  • Zac Brown Band
    • 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
    • Costal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, Raleigh, United States
    • Zac Brown Band will be performing live in Raleigh October 5th at the Costal Credit Union Music Park. Tickets including VIP, are on sale.
  • Free outdoor concerts at Colonial Inn in Hillsborough
  • Hootenanny & Foodie Festival 2023
    • Knightdale
    • NC Eat & Play’s Fall Hootenanny & Foodie Festival 2023 presented by Cheerwine will be at Haven Farm in Knightdale on Thursday October 5th from 5:30-8:30!
    • Join us for yummy plates, live music, family fun, Cheerwine, and more at Haven Farm.

October 6th:

  • Triangle Oktoberfest
    • This authentic German festival combines fun activities and traditional German beers and foods for the perfect fall experience. 
    • Location: Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary
    • Price: $20 General public admission for one day ticket, free for kids ages 15 and under, $5 discount available for seniors ages 60 and up and military 
    • Ticket prices go up $5 at the gate and parking is $5
    • Time: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
    • For more information: https://triangleonthecheap.com/triangle-oktoberfest/
  • Railroad Days Festival in Selma
  • Movie In The Park: Coco
    • Morrisville
    • Join us for a FREE Movie in the Park: Coco, on Oct. 6, at 8 p.m.
    • Coco is an animated movie from Pixar that tells the story of a young boy, Miguel, an aspiring musician, who enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-grandfather, a legendary singer.
    • Come early to get a good spot on the lawn of the multi-purpose field. 
  • 55th Annual Fall Pottery & Glass Festival 
    • Creedmoor
    • Free event: Enjoy local artists demonstrating their craft along with live music, Safari Eatz food truck, Tobacco Wood brewing, and much more fun! Demonstrations include glassblowing, pottery, wood turning, raku firing, and so much more.
    • 4-9pm at Cedar Creek Gallery.

October 6th-October 8th:

  • Film and Art Festival
    • Friday 6:30 p.m.-Sunday 6:30 p.m.
    • NC State University Centennial Campus
    • Engineering Building 3, 1840
    • Entrepreneur Drive, Raleigh, United States
    • Experience the fun and excitement of the largest film and art festival in the state of North Carolina!
    • Over 200 independent films will be showcased along with networking, panel discussions and Q&As

October 7th:

  • Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s
    • 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
    • For a different future. For families. For more time. For treatments. We’re closer than ever to stopping Alzheimer’s. But to get there, we need you.
    • For more information or to register, visit act.alz.org/TriangleNC.

October 7th:

  • Wake Firearms Training
    • 9:00 a.m-5:00 p.m.
    • New Hill Community Center, 3101 New Hill Holleman Rd, Apex
    • Be sure to stop by October 7th and take your Wake Firearms Training class.
    • Your course will begin in the classroom and work it’s way to the firing range.
    • Class is 4 hours and the range is 4 hours. 
  • Triangle Oktoberfest
    • This authentic German festival combines fun activities and traditional German beers and foods for the perfect fall experience. 
    • Location: Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary
    • Price: $25 General public admission from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. ; $20 General public admission after 4 p.m.
    • Children 15 and under are free
    • $5 discount available for seniors ages 60 and up and military 
    • Ticket prices go up $5 at the gate and parking is $5
    • Time: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. 
    • For more information: https://triangleonthecheap.com/triangle-oktoberfest/
  • Railroad Days Festival in Selma
  • Garner Fireman’s Day Festival 2023
    • Garner
    • An entire day of fun for the entire family!
    • On site all day will be home cooked BBQ plates, vendors, fire safety house, inflatables and games, kids firefighter combat challenge, Public Safety Education Bldg., Moose the Fire Dog, live music, demonstrations, food, fire trucks.
    • Park and ride service available.
    • 11am-6pm. 
  • Honey & Arts Fair
    • Raleigh
    • All are invited to the third annual Honey and Arts Fair, from 2-6 p.m., Saturday, October 7 at the Beeloved Community Garden in Raleigh.
    • Celebrate the hard work of the pollinators and plants in the garden with games, face painting, chalk art, bouncy slide, bubbles, honey tasting, arts sale, and music from bagpipes to bluegrass.
    • All activities are free!
    • Food vendors include hot dogs and honey themed Moroccan dishes from Samia’s Cuisine for a Cause.
  • Oktoberfest 
    • Smithfield
    • A taste of Germany is coming to Downtown Smithfield on Saturday, October 7 from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the 100 block of S. Third Street for Oktoberfest featuring polka music, German food, breweries, and vendors! 
  • Falling For Local At Dorothea Dix Park
    • Raleigh
    • Celebrate Autumn in Raleigh with a local-centric Market & Festival on the Big Field!
    • This family friendly event is open to the public and FREE TO ATTEND!
    • Enjoy live music from local talent and demos from local businesses all day long as well as loads of FALL FUN with hay rides, inflatables, lawn games, kids activities, photo ops, and a pumpkin patch all FREE of charge!
    • 11am-6pm at Dorothea Dix Park. 
  • Rolesville BBQ & Bands Festival
    • Rolesville
    • We are thrilled to announce that the Rolesville BBQ & Bands Festival is BACK!
    • October 7th at 201 Redford Pl from 10am to 4pm.
    • Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering BBQ and enjoy live music throughout the day, fun activities for the kids, and don’t worry, we’ll have plenty of refreshing beverages to quench your thirst!
    • Admission is FREE, so bring your friends, family, and fellow foodies for a day filled with food, music, and good times! Don’t forget to share this post and spread the word!
    • Let’s make this BBQ & Bands festival the best one yet!

October 8th:

  • Anime Flea Market
    • 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 
    • Anime Paradaisu, 6298 Hollyridge Drive, Raleigh, United States
    • Looking to trade in some old cosplay items you don’t use anymore? Looking to add to your collection?
    • Anime Flea Market in Raleigh is happening October 8th and is free to attend.
    • Tickets are only for sellers to reserve a table space! 
  • Railroad Days Festival in Selma
  • Downtown Cary Food & Flea
    • Cary
    • Fall is here & yes Holiday shopping has begun!
    • Join us for another 2nd Sunday with 30+ local artists, craft makers & food artisans along with local beer, wine & bubbly. Music & food trucks for a lunch break during your local shopping sesh.
    • Meet up in downtown Cary for a Sunday afternoon hang & after the market stroll around our expanding downtown!
    • All are welcome, including your fur fam, we are a family friendly and inclusive market.
    • 12-4pm in Downtown Cary. 

October 9th:

  • Free outdoor concerts at Colonial Inn in Hillsborough

October 10th-October 19th:

  • MJ the Musical
    • 7:30 p.m.
    • Durham Performing Arts Center
    • 123 Vivian Street, Durham NC
    • Grab your tickets and experience MJ The Musical right here at DPAC. MJ The Musical is a show based off of the late singers life and the events that lead him to become The King of Pop.

October 10th:

October 11th:

October 12th:

  • Free outdoor concerts at Colonial Inn in Hillsborough

October 12th-22nd:

  • North Carolina State Fair
    • The N.C. State Fair is 11 days of rides, deep-fried foods, competitions, fireworks, exhibits and so much more. 
    • Be sure to stop by the Curtis Media tent in front of Dorton Arena to say hi and win some free stuff!

October 13th:

  • Peak of the Vine
    • 8:00 p.m.
    • Join us for our live music event Peak of the Vine where you and friends can hang and enjoy the tunes!
  • Steve Martin and Martin Short
    • 8:00 p.m.
    • Steven Tanger Center For The Performing Arts, Greensboro North Carolina
    • Comedy acting legends Steve Martin and Martin Short will be performing at the DPAC to a sold out crowd! To buy your tickets visit bigstub.com
  • MOSAIC Fall Music Series
    • The MOSAIC Fall Music Series will feature a variety of artists for everyone to enjoy as well as plenty delicious food options. 
    • Location: Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons event lawn, 367 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, NC
    • Price: free
    • Time: 7 p.m.
    • For more information: https://triangleonthecheap.com/outdoor-concerts-mosaic-pittsboro/
  • Rock the Block Downtown Concert Series
  • Durham Community Days

October 14th:

  • Oktoberfest Apex
    • Celebrate Oktoberfest in Apex with food, music, a magic show, games, a kid’s zone, and more.
    • Location: Apex Town Hall campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC.
    • Price: free
    • Time: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m
    • For more information: https://triangleonthecheap.com/oktoberfest-apex/
  • Track or Treat: Halloween Express Train Ride
    • Enjoy a spooky family-friendly train ride featuring vampires, witches, and other creatures.
    • Location: 3900 Bonsai Road, New Hill, North Carolina
    • Price: $16 for tickets plus fees
    • Time: train departures at 2:15 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:45 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 7:45 p.m.
    • For more information: https://triangleonthecheap.com/track-or-treat-halloween-express/
  • Costume Parade at Holly Springs Farmers Market
    • Everyone is welcome to this parade to show off their best costumes for a chance to win a prize.
    • Location: 300 W. Ballentine Street, outside the Holly Springs Cultural Center
    • Price: free
    • Time: the two parades are at 9:15 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.; meet market managers at 9:05 a.m. or 10:35 a.m. to line up
    • For more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/819102743138495/
  • Hum Sub Diwali
    • Celebrate Diwali at Koka Booth Amphitheatre with music, dancing, food, and more. 
    • Location: Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary
    • Price: Admission is free; parking for $7
    • Time: 10 a.m. – 9:15 p.m.
    • For more information: https://triangleonthecheap.com/cary-diwali-celebration/

October 15th:

  • Bazaar Craft & Art Market 
  • Free Boxing Class at Moore Square
    • Knuckle Up Boxing Gym & 24 Hour Fitness Center offers a great workout experience with free boxing classes.  
    • Location: Moore Square, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, NC
    • Price: free
    • Time: 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.
    • For more information: https://triangleonthecheap.com/knuckle-up-boxing/

October 28th:

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