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Broadway Our Way Street Festival includes live music, kids’ activities, street fair, more…

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The town of Broadway, NC, is hosting Broadway Our Way on April 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Broadway Our Way is a free street festival that includes live music, a street fair, kids' activities, a food truck rodeo, and more. The free festival takes place on Main Street in downtown Broadway, NC. Broadway is a small town in Lee County, close to Sanford. It's about 48 minutes to the … [Read more...] about Broadway Our Way Street Festival includes live music, kids’ activities, street fair, more…

Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother’s Calling — An Earth Day Festival

Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother's Calling is an Earth Day festival on Sunday, April 19, 2025, from 2 to 8 p.m., at Clouds Brewery and Taproom, 1233 Front Street, Raleigh. This is a free event. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother’s Calling — An Earth Day Festival

Kids Seedling Day at Carrboro Farmers’ Market April 19

The Carrboro Farmers' Market is held on the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street Saturdays year round, and Wednesdays April to November. Saturdays:November to March: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.April to October: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesdays:April 2 to November 19, 2025: 3 to 6 p.m. All goods sold were produced within 50 miles of the Market, and the farmers and artisans themselves run the Market. … [Read more...] about Kids Seedling Day at Carrboro Farmers’ Market April 19

Durham Foodie Fare April 18 (and more from The MAKRS Society)

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. They also offer curated products in an online store. Follow The MAKRS Society on Facebook to see new pop-up events as they're announced. Read on for a couple coming up in the Triangle Then keep reading for a big list … [Read more...] about Durham Foodie Fare April 18 (and more from The MAKRS Society)

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Every Day is Earth Day — Party at The Scrap Exchange April 19

The Scrap Exchange, at 2000 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Every Day is Earth Day on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. It's free to attend. Celebrate 34 years of The Scrap Exchange with: … [Read more...] about Every Day is Earth Day — Party at The Scrap Exchange April 19

Trunkshow’s Vintage Spectacular April 13

Trunkshow, at 1526 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Vintage Spectacular on Sunday, April 13, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. There will be over 50 vendors stretching from Tap Yard to Trunkshow offering vintage clothing, housewares, and furniture, along with art, records, food trucks, tarot card readings, beer, music and face painting. This event is dog … [Read more...] about Trunkshow’s Vintage Spectacular April 13

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Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more…

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 13, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in need. There will be a Doggie … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more…

Black Farmers’ Market in Raleigh April 13

The Black Farmers' Market gives the public a chance to support Black farmers in the Triangle, and to enjoy the wonderful products that they offer the community. Please visit The Black Farmers' Market on Facebook to see updates. Want to learn why there is a Black Farmers' Market? Click here. You might also be interested in this big list of farmers' markets in the Triangle. Black … [Read more...] about Black Farmers’ Market in Raleigh April 13

The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro April 13

The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro, North Carolina.  It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The Bazaar Craft and Art Market takes place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Follow The Bazaar on Facebook for updates. Here is the Facebook event for the 2025 … [Read more...] about The Bazaar Craft & Art Market in Carrboro April 13

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