Community Events

Scroll for August and September Triangle Community Events! Page last updated 07/29/2024.

Durham Farmer's Market

Saturdays through November | FREE | 501 Foster Street Durham, NC 27701

Located at the Pavilion at Durham Central Park. See a map & directions. Below are our hours:

Main Season Market: Saturdays from 8 am-12 pm (April – November)
Mid-Week Market: Open Wednesdays from 3-6 pm (April 17, 2024 – mid-October)
Winter Market Hours: Saturdays from 10 am-12 pm (December – March)
Thanksgiving Market: Tuesday before Thanksgiving.

During the main season, the Durham Craft Market sets up on the green space at Durham Central Park right next to the farmers’ market. Art Market Durham is hosted by Cecy’s Gallery and sets up every Saturday at the intersection of Hunt Street and Foster Street, right next to the farmers’ market! Though it may seem like one be market, it is actually three separate markets happening each weekend at the same time and place – the more the merrier!!!! We love our neighbors and know that you will, too! So be sure to explore all the offerings on Saturday and you will be amazed at what you will find!

Coco Drip Road Trip

Saturday August 3rd, 12pm – 3pm | FREE | Forest Hills Park, 1639 University Dr, Durham

It’s time again for the annual Coco Drip Road Trip which celebrates an exclusive group of Black women-owned businesses, offering a melanated shopping experience.

Bringing together Black women-owned businesses in a space created by Black women.

Durham Latino Festival

Sunday August 4th, 3pm | FREE | Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St, Durham

Delicious food from local Latino vendors, live performances by Latino musicians and dancers, fun activities and games for children and families, and information booths offering resources on health, education, and community services.

Summer Patchwork Market

Sunday August 11th, 12pm – 4pm | FREE | Durham Armory, 212 Foster St, Durham

Shop over 60+ handmade makers. Small batch and one-of-a-kind goods meticulously crafted or found with thoughtfulness and care are available for purchase. Varying price points creates accessibility for all.

Mud Day

Saturday August 17th, 10am – 1pm | FREE | Walnut Creek Wetland Park, 950 Peterson Street, Raleigh

Join us for this free event! Our sixth annual celebration of our wetlands and all things muddy and wonderful!

There will be activities, food trucks, and of course, a giant mud pit! Come dressed to get messy and wet. The full list of festival activities also includes mud kitchen, live animals, fort building, an obstacle course, local environmental organizations, crafts, and water play!

Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Saturday August 24th and Sunday August 25th, 9am – 5pm | FREE | Cary Town Hall Campus, 316 N. Academy St, Cary

For nearly half a century, the festival has welcomed guests from all over to the heart of downtown Cary for two days filled with art, entertainment, food and making memories.

Dating back to the event’s conception in 1977, this juried craft show celebrates the “Lazy Daze” of summer, taking place the last weekend of August and bringing together nearly 300 artists from 16 states across the U.S. Featuring a beer garden, numerous interactive art activities, a kid’s world area and demonstrations from professional craftsmen, Lazy Daze remains a top-rated contemporary crafts festival among the nation.

Packapalooza 2024

Saturday August 24th, 2pm – 10pm | FREE | North Carolina State University, Hillsborough St., Raleigh

Packapalooza™ is an all-day block party and street festival capping off Wolfpack Welcome Week at the start of the academic year. We will have everything it takes to celebrate in NC State style, including great music, activities throughout the day and fun entertainment for the whole family. Previous year’s events have had over 85,000 attendees with over 300 vendor booths and over 40 sponsoring organizations.

15th Annual African American Cultural Festival

Saturday August 31st, 11am – 8pm, Sunday September 1st, 1pm – 7pm | FREE | 400 Block Fayetteville St., Raleigh

The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County (AACF) is back for its 15th edition! Join us on Labor Day weekend, Aug. 31-Sept. 1, 2024 for a unique celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, food & community. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public, welcoming all to explore the creative offerings of some of North Carolina’s most talented local, regional and national artists.

In addition to juried art and merchandise vendors, our vibrant African Marketplace will feature handmade wares, artisanal foods and traditional crafts for sale. The Family Village also offers fun crafts that are perfect for young explorers. And no AACF is complete without our signature musical performances on the Main Stage. Visitors of all ages will enjoy an eclectic lineup of both local and national talent showcasing the best in R&B, jazz, hip hop, gospel and more!

Hillsborough Hog Day

Friday September 13th, 6pm – 10pm and Saturday September 14th, 10am – 6pm | FREE | East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough

As the county’s largest and oldest event, we feature a BBQ contest, arts and craft vendors, car show, children’s area and much more in historic downtown Hillsborough. Held in mid-September, we have been featured year after year as one of the top events in the southeast and the country. We encourage you to come and visit, inquire about being a vendor, and explore our downtown. Our event is rich in history and has received national recognition as one of the top festivals in America.

La Fiesta del Pueblo

Sunday September 15th, 12pm – 6pm | FREE | City Plaza, 400 Block Fayetteville St., Raleigh

La Fiesta del Pueblo is the Triangle’s largest and most diverse festival of Latin American culture, featuring live music and dance performances, artisanal vendors, food trucks, educational booths, and activities for the whole family!

CenterFest

Saturday September 21st, 10am – 6pm and Sunday September 22nd, 11am – 5pm | $5 Donation | Downtown Durham

Since 1974, Durham Arts Council has brought the Durham community together with an annual arts festival in the fall. As Durham’s signature fine arts festival, CenterFest showcases juried visual artists from across the country and fills multiple stages with stand-out local performers. Art shoppers are dazzled by world-class ceramics, paintings, photography, jewelry, fiber art, woodwork, glass, and more. Creators are based in Durham, the Triangle and across the country. CenterFest also features musicians, dancers and unique street performers to provide continuous entertainment. Kids will have a blast at the Creative Kids Zone, food vendors keep guests fueled for fun, and Durham’s nonprofit and government services sector inspire and inform festival goers. Taking place in the heart of Durham’s historic downtown, a concentration of local businesses and eateries elevate the visitor experience!

Pride: Durham, NC 2024

Saturday September 28th and Sunday September 29th | FREE | Multiple Venues in Downtown Durham

We are organizing a whole weekend for Pride: Durham, NC 2024!
Check out our weekend calendar, including planned times and locations for each day.

Asia Fest

Saturday September 28th, 10am – 5pm | Tickets $8 – $10 | Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary

Each year approximately 10,000 visitors come to the Greater Triangle Asia Fest to experience nearly 100 exhibits and activities, such as dragon boat races, cultural displays, games, and stage performances. The festival also features a wide collection of ethnic foods and delicacies, where the brave and adventurous can sample unique street food from local chefs.