Local Events

The Triangle is a vibrant and diverse part of NC, and there are many great events to explore year-round

American Dance Festival: world-class modern dance events in June and July
Art of the Cool: music festival featuring R&B, soul, hip-hop, jazz, alternative, and spoken word
Beaver Queen Pageant: contestants dress in beaver-themed costumes to raise money for the Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association
Carrboro Music Festival: free two-day event to showcase Triangle-area performers
Chinese Lantern Festival: a sprawling garden of lights during the winter months in Cary
Chinese New Year Festival: celebrate Lunar New Year at the State Fairgrounds
Diwali: Cary hosts an annual Festival of Lights
Festifall: Chapel Hill arts festival
Festival for the Eno: folk music and crafts in Eno River State Park over the Fourth of July weekend
Greek Festival: Greek food, music, and performances in Durham
Halloween on Franklin Street: Chapel Hill’s huge celebration of Halloween
Lebanese Festival
NC Comicon: for fans of science fiction and fantasy comics, books, movies, and shows
NC Juneteenth Celebration: celebrating African-American Independence Day
NC State Fair: a celebration of NC history, culture, and agriculture, the fair features rides, exhibits, and too much food to try
Out South Queer Film Festival: second largest queer film festival in the southeastern US
Piedmont Farm Tour: annual tour of local, sustainable farms
Pride: Events in Durham and Raleigh to celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities. Check the Indy Weekly for more information about these September celebrations.
World Beer Festival: sample beers from around the world in downtown Durham