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Raleigh’s Spring Festival Returns to Moore Square May 9 With Free Admission, Live Music, Food Trucks & Flower Crowns for Moms

Looking for a family-friendly way to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend in Downtown Raleigh? Moore Square will come alive on Saturday, May 9, 2026, as Raleigh’s Spring Festival brings a full day of live entertainment, local shopping, food trucks, games, and springtime fun to the heart of the city.

Hosted by NC Vibes – Event Planning and Management, the festival runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and features FREE admission for all ages. Organizers are promising a full day of music, dance performances, local vendors, beer and wine, desserts, interactive activities, and special giveaways celebrating moms.

Celebrate Spring in Downtown Raleigh

Raleigh’s Spring Festival is designed as a vibrant community celebration where locals and visitors can enjoy everything from shopping and live performances to food trucks and cultural entertainment. The event is both family-friendly and pet-friendly, making it a perfect outing for the entire crew.

One of the day’s highlights will be complimentary flower crowns for moms, along with prizes and giveaways throughout the festival. Southern Recipe Chips will also provide special treats for moms while supplies last.

Festivalgoers can expect:

• Food trucks and desserts
• Beer, wine, and wine tasting
• Local vendors and shopping
• Face painting
• Games and prizes
• Live music and cultural performances
• Dance showcases
• Family-friendly entertainment
• Pet-friendly atmosphere

Live Entertainment Schedule

The festival’s stage lineup features a diverse mix of music, dance, and cultural performances throughout the day.

Raleigh’s Spring Festival Entertainment Schedule

11:00 – 11:05 a.m.
National Anthem by Shelby Maynor

11:05 – 11:30 a.m.
Stage Door Dance Productions

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Shelby Maynor Band

12:30 – 12:45 p.m.
Chinese School at Chapel Hill

12:45 – 1:15 p.m.
Alia Ka’naka O Hula Halau

1:15 – 1:30 p.m.
Saida Kritz

1:30 – 1:50 p.m.
Sangre de Campeón Peruvian Dance

1:50 – 2:00 p.m.
Best MOM Dance Competition

2:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Shimmy Mob

2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
70s Dance Party Zumba

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Debbie Liske Band

5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Kay Mis Band

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Ray Unlimited 7 Band

70s Dance Party & Costume Contest

Get ready to break out the retro outfits because the festival will also feature a 70s Dance Party complete with costumes, dancing, and prizes. Attendees are encouraged to participate in the dance and costume competition for a chance to win.

Registration for the contest is available here:

70s Dance Party Registration Form

Event Details

Raleigh’s Spring Festival

• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
• Time: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Location: Moore Square
• Admission: FREE
• Family-Friendly: Yes
• Pet-Friendly: Yes

Whether you’re celebrating Mother’s Day weekend, looking for live music in Downtown Raleigh, or searching for a fun spring festival with local vendors and food trucks, Raleigh’s Spring Festival is shaping up to be one of the city’s biggest community gatherings of the season.

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Raleigh’s Spring Festival Returns to Moore Square May 9 With Free Admission, Live Music, Food Trucks & Flower Crowns for Moms

Looking for a family-friendly way to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend in Downtown Raleigh? Moore Square will come alive on Saturday, May 9, 2026, as Raleigh’s Spring Festival brings a full day of live entertainment, local shopping, food trucks, games, and springtime fun to the heart of the city.

Hosted by NC Vibes – Event Planning and Management, the festival runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and features FREE admission for all ages. Organizers are promising a full day of music, dance performances, local vendors, beer and wine, desserts, interactive activities, and special giveaways celebrating moms.

Celebrate Spring in Downtown Raleigh

Raleigh’s Spring Festival is designed as a vibrant community celebration where locals and visitors can enjoy everything from shopping and live performances to food trucks and cultural entertainment. The event is both family-friendly and pet-friendly, making it a perfect outing for the entire crew.

One of the day’s highlights will be complimentary flower crowns for moms, along with prizes and giveaways throughout the festival. Southern Recipe Chips will also provide special treats for moms while supplies last.

Festivalgoers can expect:

• Food trucks and desserts
• Beer, wine, and wine tasting
• Local vendors and shopping
• Face painting
• Games and prizes
• Live music and cultural performances
• Dance showcases
• Family-friendly entertainment
• Pet-friendly atmosphere

Live Entertainment Schedule

The festival’s stage lineup features a diverse mix of music, dance, and cultural performances throughout the day.

Raleigh’s Spring Festival Entertainment Schedule

11:00 – 11:05 a.m.
National Anthem by Shelby Maynor

11:05 – 11:30 a.m.
Stage Door Dance Productions

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Shelby Maynor Band

12:30 – 12:45 p.m.
Chinese School at Chapel Hill

12:45 – 1:15 p.m.
Alia Ka’naka O Hula Halau

1:15 – 1:30 p.m.
Saida Kritz

1:30 – 1:50 p.m.
Sangre de Campeón Peruvian Dance

1:50 – 2:00 p.m.
Best MOM Dance Competition

2:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Shimmy Mob

2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
70s Dance Party Zumba

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Debbie Liske Band

5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Kay Mis Band

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Ray Unlimited 7 Band

70s Dance Party & Costume Contest

Get ready to break out the retro outfits because the festival will also feature a 70s Dance Party complete with costumes, dancing, and prizes. Attendees are encouraged to participate in the dance and costume competition for a chance to win.

Registration for the contest is available here:

70s Dance Party Registration Form

Event Details

Raleigh’s Spring Festival

• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
• Time: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Location: Moore Square
• Admission: FREE
• Family-Friendly: Yes
• Pet-Friendly: Yes

Whether you’re celebrating Mother’s Day weekend, looking for live music in Downtown Raleigh, or searching for a fun spring festival with local vendors and food trucks, Raleigh’s Spring Festival is shaping up to be one of the city’s biggest community gatherings of the season.

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Triangle Event Guide – Wednesday April 22nd Edition

Your Midweek Guide to Free Events, Live Music, Wellness & Things to Do in Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill

Looking for things to do in the Triangle this Wednesday? From Earth Day celebrations and family-friendly activities to live music, yoga, and nightlife, April 22, 2026 is packed with events across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and beyond.

Here’s your complete DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide for Wednesday.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Morning & Family-Friendly Events

• Farm Animal Days with NC State Extension
  🕘 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 NC State University Beef Education Unit
• Holly Springs Small Business Network
  🕘 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Bombshell Beer Company, Holly Springs
• Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event
  🕤 9:30 AM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Eubanks Road Park & Ride Lot
• Total Tot Time (Ages 0–5)
  🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham
• Yoga for Seniors (Registration Required)
  🕥 10:45 AM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 USA Baseball National Training Complex, Cary

🧘 Midday Wellness, Music & Community

• Shuffle: Lunch Break Music Series – Country & Western
  🕦 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Horseshoe at Hub RTP
• Centennial SoundBites
  🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 321 Coffee, NC State Centennial Campus
• Board Game Night (All Day Play!)
  🕛 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Gizmo Brew Works, Durham
• Yoga for Athletic Recovery
  🕛 12:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 USA Baseball National Training Complex, Cary

🌎 Afternoon Earth Day & Community Events

• Market Bunch Kids’ Activities
  🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Carrboro Farmers’ Market
• Book Harvest Earth Day Pop-Up
  🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Edison Johnson Recreation Center, Durham
• Earth Day Celebration at Fenton
  🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Fenton, Cary
• Pay What You Can Farm Stand
  🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Raleigh City Farm

🎶 Evening Events, Live Music & Experiences

• Wine Down Wednesday (Live Music + Specials)
  🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 La Vita Dolce, Southern Village
• Josh Cellars Jazz Series: Mint Julep Jazz Band
  🕠 5:15 PM | 🎟 $7.38 | 📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre
• Earth Day Celebration at Blackwood Farm Park
  🕠 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Blackwood Farm Park
• Free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park
  🕠 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Pullen Park, Raleigh
• Wine + Weed (Plants & Farming Talk)
  🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Raleigh City Farm
• Evelyn’s Book Club – Pope House
  🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Pope House, Raleigh
• Wellness Wednesday: barre3 Class
  🕡 6:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 MOSAIC Family Commons, Pittsboro
• Bring Your Own Craft Night
  🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Raleigh Brewing
• Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride
  🕡 6:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Crank Arm Brewing, Durham

🌙 Nightlife, Social Events & Entertainment

• Raleigh Drum Circle & Hoop Jam
  🕖 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Pullen Park
• Ballroom Dancing Social
  🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | 🎟 $5 | 📍 Pullen Community Center
• Local Artist Sessions (Live Music)
  🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro
• Bingo Night at DSSOLVR Durham
  🕖 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 DSSOLVR Durham
• Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night
  🕖 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro
• Salsa Night (Lessons + Social)
  🕢 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM | 🎟 $10 | 📍 KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary
• Skee Ball Tournament
  🕗 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham
• City Soul Café Open Mic
  🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 🎟 $10 | 📍 Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge, Raleigh
• Karaoke Night
  🕗 8:00 PM – 11:45 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Moon Dog Meadery, Durham
• Open Mic Night
  🕗 8:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Abbey Road, Cary
• Beer Pong Tournament
  🕣 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

🌍 Don’t Miss: Earth Day in the Triangle

With multiple Earth Day events happening across the region, this is the perfect time to connect with your community, support local sustainability efforts, and enjoy the outdoors.

📍 Plan Your Day with DoRaleigh

From family-friendly daytime events to nightlife and live entertainment, the Triangle has something happening every hour of the day. Be sure to bookmark DoRaleigh for daily event guides and the latest happenings across Raleigh and the Triangle.

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Triangle Event Guide – Wednesday April 22nd Edition

Your Midweek Guide to Free Events, Live Music, Wellness & Things to Do in Raleigh, Durham & Chapel Hill

Looking for things to do in the Triangle this Wednesday? From Earth Day celebrations and family-friendly activities to live music, yoga, and nightlife, April 22, 2026 is packed with events across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, and beyond.

Here’s your complete DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide for Wednesday.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Morning & Family-Friendly Events

• Farm Animal Days with NC State Extension
  🕘 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 NC State University Beef Education Unit
• Holly Springs Small Business Network
  🕘 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Bombshell Beer Company, Holly Springs
• Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event
  🕤 9:30 AM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Eubanks Road Park & Ride Lot
• Total Tot Time (Ages 0–5)
  🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham
• Yoga for Seniors (Registration Required)
  🕥 10:45 AM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 USA Baseball National Training Complex, Cary

🧘 Midday Wellness, Music & Community

• Shuffle: Lunch Break Music Series – Country & Western
  🕦 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Horseshoe at Hub RTP
• Centennial SoundBites
  🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 321 Coffee, NC State Centennial Campus
• Board Game Night (All Day Play!)
  🕛 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Gizmo Brew Works, Durham
• Yoga for Athletic Recovery
  🕛 12:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 USA Baseball National Training Complex, Cary

🌎 Afternoon Earth Day & Community Events

• Market Bunch Kids’ Activities
  🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Carrboro Farmers’ Market
• Book Harvest Earth Day Pop-Up
  🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Edison Johnson Recreation Center, Durham
• Earth Day Celebration at Fenton
  🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Fenton, Cary
• Pay What You Can Farm Stand
  🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Raleigh City Farm

🎶 Evening Events, Live Music & Experiences

• Wine Down Wednesday (Live Music + Specials)
  🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 La Vita Dolce, Southern Village
• Josh Cellars Jazz Series: Mint Julep Jazz Band
  🕠 5:15 PM | 🎟 $7.38 | 📍 Koka Booth Amphitheatre
• Earth Day Celebration at Blackwood Farm Park
  🕠 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Blackwood Farm Park
• Free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park
  🕠 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Pullen Park, Raleigh
• Wine + Weed (Plants & Farming Talk)
  🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Raleigh City Farm
• Evelyn’s Book Club – Pope House
  🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Pope House, Raleigh
• Wellness Wednesday: barre3 Class
  🕡 6:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 MOSAIC Family Commons, Pittsboro
• Bring Your Own Craft Night
  🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Raleigh Brewing
• Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride
  🕡 6:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Crank Arm Brewing, Durham

🌙 Nightlife, Social Events & Entertainment

• Raleigh Drum Circle & Hoop Jam
  🕖 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Pullen Park
• Ballroom Dancing Social
  🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | 🎟 $5 | 📍 Pullen Community Center
• Local Artist Sessions (Live Music)
  🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Speakeasy, Carrboro
• Bingo Night at DSSOLVR Durham
  🕖 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 DSSOLVR Durham
• Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night
  🕖 7:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Steel String Brewery, Carrboro
• Salsa Night (Lessons + Social)
  🕢 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM | 🎟 $10 | 📍 KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary
• Skee Ball Tournament
  🕗 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham
• City Soul Café Open Mic
  🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 🎟 $10 | 📍 Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge, Raleigh
• Karaoke Night
  🕗 8:00 PM – 11:45 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Moon Dog Meadery, Durham
• Open Mic Night
  🕗 8:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Abbey Road, Cary
• Beer Pong Tournament
  🕣 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM | 🎟 FREE | 📍 Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

🌍 Don’t Miss: Earth Day in the Triangle

With multiple Earth Day events happening across the region, this is the perfect time to connect with your community, support local sustainability efforts, and enjoy the outdoors.

📍 Plan Your Day with DoRaleigh

From family-friendly daytime events to nightlife and live entertainment, the Triangle has something happening every hour of the day. Be sure to bookmark DoRaleigh for daily event guides and the latest happenings across Raleigh and the Triangle.

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Dix Park Event Guide – Weekend Edition (April 17–18, 2026)

Looking for things to do outdoors in Raleigh this weekend? Dorothea Dix Park is hosting a lineup of family-friendly events, live music, and creative experiences perfect for all ages. From poetry sessions to interactive music exploration, this weekend at Dix Park is all about community, creativity, and connection.

Here’s your official DoRaleigh Dix Park Weekend Event Guide for April 17–18, 2026.

Friday, April 17, 2026

🎤 Poetry in the Park

🗓 April 17, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 House of Many Porches Market

Kick off the weekend with Poetry in the Park, a relaxed and welcoming event for creatives and listeners alike. Enjoy an evening of spoken word, storytelling, and artistic expression in one of Raleigh’s most scenic outdoor spaces.

👉 Whether you’re performing or just vibing, this is the perfect way to unwind and connect with the local creative community.

Saturday, April 18, 2026

🎶 Instrument Petting Zoo

🗓 April 18, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Gipson Play Plaza

Let the kids explore sound and creativity at the Instrument Petting Zoo—a hands-on experience where children can try out different instruments and discover the joy of music.

👉 Perfect for families looking for an engaging and educational outdoor activity.

🎵 Music at the Market

🗓 April 18, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 House of Many Porches Market

Spend your afternoon enjoying live music at the market while browsing vendors and soaking in the vibrant Dix Park atmosphere.

👉 Expect a mix of local talent, laid-back vibes, and a great community turnout.

Experience Dix Park This Weekend

Dix Park continues to be one of Raleigh’s premier destinations for outdoor events, family activities, and cultural experiences. This weekend’s lineup offers something for everyone—from poetry lovers and music fans to families with kids.

👉 Bring a blanket, invite friends, and enjoy one of Raleigh’s most dynamic public spaces.

Stay tuned with DoRaleigh for more weekly updates on Dix Park events, Raleigh happenings, and Triangle weekend guides.

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Dix Park Event Guide – Weekend Edition (April 17–18, 2026)

Looking for things to do outdoors in Raleigh this weekend? Dorothea Dix Park is hosting a lineup of family-friendly events, live music, and creative experiences perfect for all ages. From poetry sessions to interactive music exploration, this weekend at Dix Park is all about community, creativity, and connection.

Here’s your official DoRaleigh Dix Park Weekend Event Guide for April 17–18, 2026.

Friday, April 17, 2026

🎤 Poetry in the Park

🗓 April 17, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 House of Many Porches Market

Kick off the weekend with Poetry in the Park, a relaxed and welcoming event for creatives and listeners alike. Enjoy an evening of spoken word, storytelling, and artistic expression in one of Raleigh’s most scenic outdoor spaces.

👉 Whether you’re performing or just vibing, this is the perfect way to unwind and connect with the local creative community.

Saturday, April 18, 2026

🎶 Instrument Petting Zoo

🗓 April 18, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Gipson Play Plaza

Let the kids explore sound and creativity at the Instrument Petting Zoo—a hands-on experience where children can try out different instruments and discover the joy of music.

👉 Perfect for families looking for an engaging and educational outdoor activity.

🎵 Music at the Market

🗓 April 18, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 House of Many Porches Market

Spend your afternoon enjoying live music at the market while browsing vendors and soaking in the vibrant Dix Park atmosphere.

👉 Expect a mix of local talent, laid-back vibes, and a great community turnout.

Experience Dix Park This Weekend

Dix Park continues to be one of Raleigh’s premier destinations for outdoor events, family activities, and cultural experiences. This weekend’s lineup offers something for everyone—from poetry lovers and music fans to families with kids.

👉 Bring a blanket, invite friends, and enjoy one of Raleigh’s most dynamic public spaces.

Stay tuned with DoRaleigh for more weekly updates on Dix Park events, Raleigh happenings, and Triangle weekend guides.

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Dix Park Weekend Guide: Things to Do (April 10–12, 2026)

Looking for things to do at Dix Park this weekend? From outdoor dancing and family-friendly activities to wellness events and guided tours, Dorothea Dix Park is hosting a variety of engaging programs for all ages from April 10–12, 2026.

Whether you’re exploring the park for the first time or returning for another weekend of community events, here’s what’s happening at one of Raleigh’s most vibrant public spaces.

Friday, April 10, 2026

Square Dance Social

⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Gipson Play Plaza

Kick off the weekend with a lively Square Dance Social at Gipson Play Plaza. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a first-timer, this fun and welcoming event invites everyone to grab a partner and “do-si-do” under the open sky.

Saturday, April 11, 2026

ASL Guided Walking Tour

⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

📍 Stone Houses Visitor Center

Explore the rich history and future vision of Dix Park through an ASL-guided walking tour, designed to be inclusive and accessible for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Family Taekwondo

⏰ 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM

📍 Gipson Play Plaza

Bring the whole family out for a beginner-friendly taekwondo session focused on movement, discipline, and fun.

Learn to Ride a Bike

⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📍 Gipson Play Plaza

Perfect for kids and families, this Learn to Ride program helps build confidence and cycling skills in a supportive environment.

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Grief Talks: Holding on to Love and Loss

⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 The Chapel

Join a meaningful and supportive group discussion focused on navigating grief and honoring loved ones in a safe, reflective space.

Indoor Yoga

⏰ 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Wrap up the weekend with a calming indoor yoga session, perfect for relaxation, mindfulness, and recharging before the week ahead.

Plan Your Weekend at Dix Park

From active outdoor fun and educational experiences to wellness and reflection, Dix Park continues to be a go-to destination for community-centered events in Raleigh. With scenic views, open green space, and diverse programming, it’s the perfect place to spend your weekend.

Be sure to check DoRaleigh.com for more local guides, events, and things to do across Raleigh and the Triangle.

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Dix Park Weekend Guide: Things to Do (April 10–12, 2026)

Looking for things to do at Dix Park this weekend? From outdoor dancing and family-friendly activities to wellness events and guided tours, Dorothea Dix Park is hosting a variety of engaging programs for all ages from April 10–12, 2026.

Whether you’re exploring the park for the first time or returning for another weekend of community events, here’s what’s happening at one of Raleigh’s most vibrant public spaces.

Friday, April 10, 2026

Square Dance Social

⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Gipson Play Plaza

Kick off the weekend with a lively Square Dance Social at Gipson Play Plaza. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a first-timer, this fun and welcoming event invites everyone to grab a partner and “do-si-do” under the open sky.

Saturday, April 11, 2026

ASL Guided Walking Tour

⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

📍 Stone Houses Visitor Center

Explore the rich history and future vision of Dix Park through an ASL-guided walking tour, designed to be inclusive and accessible for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Family Taekwondo

⏰ 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM

📍 Gipson Play Plaza

Bring the whole family out for a beginner-friendly taekwondo session focused on movement, discipline, and fun.

Learn to Ride a Bike

⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📍 Gipson Play Plaza

Perfect for kids and families, this Learn to Ride program helps build confidence and cycling skills in a supportive environment.

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Grief Talks: Holding on to Love and Loss

⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 The Chapel

Join a meaningful and supportive group discussion focused on navigating grief and honoring loved ones in a safe, reflective space.

Indoor Yoga

⏰ 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Wrap up the weekend with a calming indoor yoga session, perfect for relaxation, mindfulness, and recharging before the week ahead.

Plan Your Weekend at Dix Park

From active outdoor fun and educational experiences to wellness and reflection, Dix Park continues to be a go-to destination for community-centered events in Raleigh. With scenic views, open green space, and diverse programming, it’s the perfect place to spend your weekend.

Be sure to check DoRaleigh.com for more local guides, events, and things to do across Raleigh and the Triangle.

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Triangle Event Guide Weekend Edition (Feb. 7–8, 2026)

Winter Olympics Watch Parties, Super Bowl Events, Festivals & Things To Do in Raleigh-Durham

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and across the Triangle this weekend? The DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide Weekend Edition for February 7–8, 2026 highlights Winter Olympics watch parties, community festivals, markets, family activities, sports watch parties, live music, cultural events, and plenty of free things to do.

From Super Bowl parties and Lunar New Year celebrations to art exhibits, hikes, markets, and local brewery events, there’s something happening across the Triangle all weekend.

Saturday, February 7, 2026 — Triangle Events

Featured All-Day Events

Winter Olympics Watch Parties — All Day | Raleigh Brewing (Raleigh) National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day — All Day | Various Triangle locations Krispy Kreme Doughnut Deal — Buy any dozen, get Original Glazed dozen for $2 (Multiple locations)

Morning Events

2nd Annual EagleFest at Jordan Lake — 8am–12pm | Jordan Lake Dam Eno to Eno Hike — 8am–4pm | West Point on the Eno (Durham) Krispy Kreme Challenge — 8am | Memorial Belltower, NC State (Raleigh) Cars & Coffee Morrisville — 8am–11am | Imperial Center (Durham) Girls & Women in Sports Clinic (Duke Athletics) — 9am–10:30am Home Depot Kids Workshop: Penguin Mailbox — 9am–12pm | Multiple locations Durham Craft Market — 9am–12pm | Durham Central Park

Midday Events & Community Activities

Astronomy Days — 10am–5pm | NC Museum of Natural Sciences (Raleigh) Durham Community Day — 10am–5pm | Museum of Life + Science Black History Month Celebration — 11am–2pm | John Chavis Memorial Park (Raleigh) Lunar New Year Market — 11am–4pm | Raleigh Iron Works Mystic Chili Cookoff — 12pm–4pm | Mystic Farm & Distillery (Durham) Valentine Markets & Adoption Events across Raleigh, Cary, Durham & Wake Forest

Afternoon Activities

Free Yoga at City of Raleigh Museum — 1pm Historic Yates Mill Guided Hike — 2pm Prairie Ridge Ecostation Programs — 1pm–3pm Really Really Free Markets in Carrboro & Durham area Artist Talks, Film Festivals & Gallery Events across the Triangle

Evening Entertainment & Nightlife

Duke vs. UNC Basketball Watch Parties (Cary & Durham) Live Music across Apex, Cary, Durham, Fuquay-Varina, Wake Forest & Holly Springs Karaoke nights, brewery events, and local music showcases

Sunday, February 8, 2026 — Triangle Events

All-Day Highlights

Winter Olympics Watch Parties — Raleigh Brewing Krispy Kreme Doughnut Promotion — Multiple locations Astronomy Days — NC Museum of Natural Sciences

Community, Family & Arts Events

Really Really Free Market — Eliza Pool Park (Raleigh) Artspace Open Studio — Raleigh Living in Color Exhibit Opening — Dix Park Puppy Bowl Watch Party — Hillsborough Dog Adoption Events across the Triangle

Super Bowl Sunday Watch Parties (Triangle Wide)

Expect watch parties at breweries, restaurants, wineries, and entertainment venues including:

ZincHouse Winery & Brewery (Durham) Clouds Brewing (Raleigh) Carolina Ale House locations Kings Dining + Entertainment (North Hills) Tap Yard Raleigh Dram & Draught (Soup Competition) Abbey Road Tavern Cary Sneaky Penguin Brewing (Raleigh) Beer Box Cary & The Can Opener Durham

Many locations feature food specials, contests, free snacks, or themed entertainment.

Evening Music & Social Events

Open mic nights and music jams across Durham & Raleigh Bluegrass sessions in Cary Community gatherings and cultural programming

Why This Weekend Stands Out in the Triangle

✔ Winter Olympics excitement across Raleigh breweries

✔ Super Bowl Sunday events everywhere

✔ Black History Month celebrations

✔ Lunar New Year programming

✔ Family-friendly museum days

✔ Outdoor hikes, markets, and free activities

It’s a perfect weekend to explore the Triangle’s arts, culture, food, and community scene.

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The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration Returns to Raleigh

Celebrate Black History Month in Raleigh with one of North Carolina’s most meaningful cultural traditions. The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) returns on Saturday, February 28, 2026, bringing together artists, scholars, performers, and community organizations for a full day of education, inspiration, and celebration.

For 25 years, the AACC has served as a powerful platform to highlight the past, present, and future contributions of African Americans to North Carolina’s history and culture—and this milestone year promises to be especially impactful.

Event Details

📍 Event: 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration

🗓 Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

💲 Cost: FREE

🏛 Location: North Carolina Museum of Art

📍 Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607

What to Expect

Hosted with support from the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission, the African American Cultural Celebration officially kicks off Black History Month with:

Engaging cultural demonstrations Inspiring presentations and discussions Live music and stage performances Artists, authors, filmmakers, and scholars Community organizations and educational resources

Each year, thousands of attendees experience a shared celebration centered around a unifying theme that honors African American excellence, resilience, creativity, and leadership across North Carolina.

Important Location Update for 2026

While the North Carolina Museum of History remains closed for renovations, the 2026 in-person festival will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA).

Activities will take place inside the East Building and outdoors on Gipson Plaza Parking is available in all three main NCMA parking lots The venue provides a spacious and accessible setting for performances and family-friendly activities

Community, Culture & Connection

The African American Cultural Celebration continues to be a cornerstone event for Raleigh and the Triangle, strengthening community ties while uplifting voices, stories, and traditions that shape our state.

Whether you’re attending with family, friends, students, or colleagues, the AACC offers a meaningful way to learn, connect, and celebrate Black history and culture—free and open to all.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration Returns to Raleigh

Celebrate Black History Month in Raleigh with one of North Carolina’s most meaningful cultural traditions. The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) returns on Saturday, February 28, 2026, bringing together artists, scholars, performers, and community organizations for a full day of education, inspiration, and celebration.

For 25 years, the AACC has served as a powerful platform to highlight the past, present, and future contributions of African Americans to North Carolina’s history and culture—and this milestone year promises to be especially impactful.

Event Details

📍 Event: 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration

🗓 Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

💲 Cost: FREE

🏛 Location: North Carolina Museum of Art

📍 Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607

What to Expect

Hosted with support from the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission, the African American Cultural Celebration officially kicks off Black History Month with:

Engaging cultural demonstrations Inspiring presentations and discussions Live music and stage performances Artists, authors, filmmakers, and scholars Community organizations and educational resources

Each year, thousands of attendees experience a shared celebration centered around a unifying theme that honors African American excellence, resilience, creativity, and leadership across North Carolina.

Important Location Update for 2026

While the North Carolina Museum of History remains closed for renovations, the 2026 in-person festival will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA).

Activities will take place inside the East Building and outdoors on Gipson Plaza Parking is available in all three main NCMA parking lots The venue provides a spacious and accessible setting for performances and family-friendly activities

Community, Culture & Connection

The African American Cultural Celebration continues to be a cornerstone event for Raleigh and the Triangle, strengthening community ties while uplifting voices, stories, and traditions that shape our state.

Whether you’re attending with family, friends, students, or colleagues, the AACC offers a meaningful way to learn, connect, and celebrate Black history and culture—free and open to all.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration Returns to Raleigh

Celebrate Black History Month in Raleigh with one of North Carolina’s most meaningful cultural traditions. The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) returns on Saturday, February 28, 2026, bringing together artists, scholars, performers, and community organizations for a full day of education, inspiration, and celebration.

For 25 years, the AACC has served as a powerful platform to highlight the past, present, and future contributions of African Americans to North Carolina’s history and culture—and this milestone year promises to be especially impactful.

Event Details

📍 Event: 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration

🗓 Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

💲 Cost: FREE

🏛 Location: North Carolina Museum of Art

📍 Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607

What to Expect

Hosted with support from the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission, the African American Cultural Celebration officially kicks off Black History Month with:

Engaging cultural demonstrations Inspiring presentations and discussions Live music and stage performances Artists, authors, filmmakers, and scholars Community organizations and educational resources

Each year, thousands of attendees experience a shared celebration centered around a unifying theme that honors African American excellence, resilience, creativity, and leadership across North Carolina.

Important Location Update for 2026

While the North Carolina Museum of History remains closed for renovations, the 2026 in-person festival will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA).

Activities will take place inside the East Building and outdoors on Gipson Plaza Parking is available in all three main NCMA parking lots The venue provides a spacious and accessible setting for performances and family-friendly activities

Community, Culture & Connection

The African American Cultural Celebration continues to be a cornerstone event for Raleigh and the Triangle, strengthening community ties while uplifting voices, stories, and traditions that shape our state.

Whether you’re attending with family, friends, students, or colleagues, the AACC offers a meaningful way to learn, connect, and celebrate Black history and culture—free and open to all.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration Returns to Raleigh

Celebrate Black History Month in Raleigh with one of North Carolina’s most meaningful cultural traditions. The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) returns on Saturday, February 28, 2026, bringing together artists, scholars, performers, and community organizations for a full day of education, inspiration, and celebration.

For 25 years, the AACC has served as a powerful platform to highlight the past, present, and future contributions of African Americans to North Carolina’s history and culture—and this milestone year promises to be especially impactful.

Event Details

📍 Event: 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration

🗓 Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

💲 Cost: FREE

🏛 Location: North Carolina Museum of Art

📍 Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607

What to Expect

Hosted with support from the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission, the African American Cultural Celebration officially kicks off Black History Month with:

Engaging cultural demonstrations Inspiring presentations and discussions Live music and stage performances Artists, authors, filmmakers, and scholars Community organizations and educational resources

Each year, thousands of attendees experience a shared celebration centered around a unifying theme that honors African American excellence, resilience, creativity, and leadership across North Carolina.

Important Location Update for 2026

While the North Carolina Museum of History remains closed for renovations, the 2026 in-person festival will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA).

Activities will take place inside the East Building and outdoors on Gipson Plaza Parking is available in all three main NCMA parking lots The venue provides a spacious and accessible setting for performances and family-friendly activities

Community, Culture & Connection

The African American Cultural Celebration continues to be a cornerstone event for Raleigh and the Triangle, strengthening community ties while uplifting voices, stories, and traditions that shape our state.

Whether you’re attending with family, friends, students, or colleagues, the AACC offers a meaningful way to learn, connect, and celebrate Black history and culture—free and open to all.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration Returns to Raleigh

Celebrate Black History Month in Raleigh with one of North Carolina’s most meaningful cultural traditions. The 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration (AACC) returns on Saturday, February 28, 2026, bringing together artists, scholars, performers, and community organizations for a full day of education, inspiration, and celebration.

For 25 years, the AACC has served as a powerful platform to highlight the past, present, and future contributions of African Americans to North Carolina’s history and culture—and this milestone year promises to be especially impactful.

Event Details

📍 Event: 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration

🗓 Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

💲 Cost: FREE

🏛 Location: North Carolina Museum of Art

📍 Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607

What to Expect

Hosted with support from the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission, the African American Cultural Celebration officially kicks off Black History Month with:

Engaging cultural demonstrations Inspiring presentations and discussions Live music and stage performances Artists, authors, filmmakers, and scholars Community organizations and educational resources

Each year, thousands of attendees experience a shared celebration centered around a unifying theme that honors African American excellence, resilience, creativity, and leadership across North Carolina.

Important Location Update for 2026

While the North Carolina Museum of History remains closed for renovations, the 2026 in-person festival will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA).

Activities will take place inside the East Building and outdoors on Gipson Plaza Parking is available in all three main NCMA parking lots The venue provides a spacious and accessible setting for performances and family-friendly activities

Community, Culture & Connection

The African American Cultural Celebration continues to be a cornerstone event for Raleigh and the Triangle, strengthening community ties while uplifting voices, stories, and traditions that shape our state.

Whether you’re attending with family, friends, students, or colleagues, the AACC offers a meaningful way to learn, connect, and celebrate Black history and culture—free and open to all.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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