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Things to Do in Cary This Week September 7–13, 2026

Cary’s calendar is packed with family activities, community programs, government meetings, art, film, live music and special events this week. Highlights include BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival, the Carolina Circus Festival, Laurie Berkner Live, Whiskey, Wine & Fire and the continuing exhibition celebrating 50 years of Lazy Daze.

Here is your guide to what’s happening in Cary from Monday, September 7, through Sunday, September 13, 2026.

All Week: Beyond the Booths—50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze exhibition continues throughout the week. The exhibition celebrates five decades of Cary’s signature arts and crafts festival and its lasting influence on the community.

The exhibition is scheduled from Monday, September 7, through Sunday, September 13. Check with the venue for daily hours and admission information.

Monday, September 7

Stretch and Refresh

Start the week with a wellness-focused Stretch and Refresh session.

• Time: 10 a.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The commemorative Lazy Daze exhibition continues Monday.

Tuesday, September 8

Toddler Tuesday: Digging for Dinosaurs

Young explorers can discover the prehistoric world during this dinosaur-themed Toddler Tuesday program.

• Time: 10 a.m.

Casual Calligraphy Lettering

Learn or practice decorative hand-lettering techniques during an evening calligraphy session.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Council Committee

A Cary Council Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday evening.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The 50th-anniversary Lazy Daze exhibition continues Tuesday.

Wednesday, September 9

Birds and Bloomers

Enjoy a nature-focused morning program featuring birds and blooms.

• Time: 8 a.m.

Fire Station 1 Garden Workday

Community members can help care for the garden at Cary Fire Station 1.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cary Historic Preservation Commission will hold its scheduled meeting Wednesday evening.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze commemorative exhibition remains on display Wednesday.

Thursday, September 10

Fire Station 2 Garden Workday

Volunteers can participate in an afternoon garden workday at Cary Fire Station 2.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

Town Council Work Session

The Cary Town Council will gather for a work session to discuss municipal priorities and upcoming matters.

• Time: 5 p.m.

Town Council Regular Meeting

Cary residents can follow local decisions during the Town Council’s regular meeting.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

Cary’s annual film festival begins Thursday with screenings and programming celebrating independent filmmaking.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The anniversary exhibition continues Thursday.

Friday, September 11

Fire Station 3 Garden Workday

Join a community garden workday at Cary Fire Station 3.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

The film festival continues Friday evening with another night of cinema and creative programming.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze retrospective remains available Friday.

Saturday, September 12

Fire Station 5 Garden Workday

Saturday’s activities begin with a community garden workday at Cary Fire Station 5.

• Time: 11:30 a.m.

Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition

Experience a creative combination of visual art and sound during the Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition.

• Time: Noon

Fire Station 6 Garden Workday

Another volunteer garden workday will take place at Cary Fire Station 6.

• Time: 2 p.m.

Carolina Circus Festival: The Greatest Show

The Carolina Circus Festival brings an afternoon of high-energy entertainment to Cary with The Greatest Show.

• Time: 3 p.m.

Whiskey, Wine & Fire

Enjoy an evening event featuring whiskey, wine and fire-inspired experiences.

• Time: 4 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

Saturday’s film festival programming begins at 7 p.m.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary exhibition continues Saturday.

Sunday, September 13

Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition

The Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition returns for a second day.

• Time: Noon

Laurie Berkner Live

Families can sing and dance along when children’s music favorite Laurie Berkner performs live in Cary.

• Time: 3 p.m.

Jazz’d Up Sundays: Niki Haris Featuring the Christian Tamburr Band

Wind down the weekend with vocalist Niki Haris and the Christian Tamburr Band during Jazz’d Up Sundays.

• Time: 5:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

The final scheduled evening of BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival begins at 7 p.m.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The week concludes with another opportunity to explore the exhibition celebrating 50 years of Lazy Daze.

Plan Your Week in Cary

From local government and volunteer opportunities to independent films, family entertainment, art and live music, Cary offers something for nearly every interest this week.

Dates, times, admission requirements and event availability may change. Confirm the latest information with the event organizer or Town of Cary before attending.

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Town of Cary Weekend Event Guide August 28–30th Edition

Cary’s final weekend of August brings classic rock, live comedy, high school football and a celebration of the community’s signature arts festival. The Town of Cary Weekend Event Guide highlights activities happening from Friday, August 28, through Sunday, August 30, 2026.

Whether residents want to catch Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms and Spin Doctors, laugh with local comedians or explore 50 years of Lazy Daze history, there are several ways to enjoy the weekend in Cary.

Friday, August 28

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

Explore five decades of Cary’s beloved Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival through “Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze.” The commemorative exhibition celebrates the artists, traditions and community spirit that helped make Lazy Daze one of Cary’s signature events.

Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms with Spin Doctors

Time: 6 p.m.

Three popular bands come together for a night of live music in Cary. Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms will be joined by special guest Spin Doctors for a concert filled with familiar alternative-rock and pop-rock favorites.

Comedy Show: Kiki Wynns, Jim Payne and E-Man

Time: 8 p.m.

Friday night continues with live comedy featuring Kiki Wynns, Jim Payne and E-Man. The show offers a late-evening entertainment option for comedy fans looking to start the weekend with plenty of laughs.

Saturday, August 29

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary exhibition continues Saturday, giving visitors another opportunity to learn about the festival’s history and its impact on Cary’s arts community.

WCPSS Football

Wake County Public School System football returns Saturday with scheduled high school action in the Cary area. Fans should check with participating schools for individual matchups, locations, ticket information and kickoff times.

WAR

Time: 7 p.m.

The legendary funk, soul and rock group WAR brings its catalog of enduring hits to Cary on Saturday evening. The concert adds another major live-music option to the town’s busy weekend schedule.

Sunday, August 30

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The weekend concludes with another day of “Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze.” Visitors can close out the weekend by exploring the history, creativity and community connections behind Cary’s long-running arts celebration.

Plan Your Weekend in Cary

From classic rock and comedy to high school sports and local arts history, Cary offers a diverse schedule of events for the final weekend of August.

Event times, admission requirements and availability may change. Attendees should confirm the latest information with the Town of Cary, event organizer or venue before attending.

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Town of Cary Weekly Events Guide – August 24–31, 2026

The final week of August brings live music, comedy, sports, local government meetings and a celebration of one of Cary’s signature traditions. Highlights include performances by Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, Spin Doctors and WAR, along with the PPA Pickleball Tour’s North Carolina Open.

“Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze” also continues throughout the week, giving the community an opportunity to celebrate the history and legacy of Cary’s popular Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival.

Explore the Town of Cary weekly events guide for August 24–31, 2026.

Monday, August 24

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The weeklong celebration of Lazy Daze begins Monday. “Beyond the Booths” recognizes 50 years of the Cary tradition and its impact on the community.

Date: Monday, August 24

Planning and Zoning Board

Cary’s Planning and Zoning Board is scheduled to meet Monday evening. The board reviews planning, development and land-use matters affecting the community.

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, August 25

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary exhibition or program continues Tuesday.

Date: Tuesday, August 25

Wednesday, August 26

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

Cary residents and visitors can continue exploring the 50-year history of Lazy Daze on Wednesday.

Date: Wednesday, August 26

Cultural Arts Committee Meeting

The Cultural Arts Committee meeting will not take place as previously scheduled.

Time: 6 p.m.
Status: Canceled

Thursday, August 27

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

“Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze” continues Thursday.

Date: Thursday, August 27

Town Council Work Session

The Cary Town Council will hold a work session Thursday afternoon to discuss municipal priorities and other town business.

Time: 5 p.m.

Town Council Regular Meeting

The council’s regular meeting follows the work session Thursday evening. Residents interested in Cary government, development and community policy can follow the meeting and review the official agenda.

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Friday, August 28

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary program continues into the weekend.

Date: Friday, August 28

Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms With Spin Doctors

Three popular rock bands come together for one of Cary’s biggest concerts of the week. The lineup features Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms with special guest Spin Doctors.

Time: 6 p.m.

Comedy Show: Kiki Wynns, Jim Payne and E-Man

Cap off Friday night with a comedy show featuring Kiki Wynns, Jim Payne and E-Man.

Time: 8 p.m.

Saturday, August 29

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The celebration of Lazy Daze’s 50-year history continues Saturday.

Date: Saturday, August 29

WCPSS Football

Wake County Public School System football is part of Saturday’s Cary event lineup. Check the official schedule for participating teams, game times and locations.

Date: Saturday, August 29

WAR

Legendary funk, soul and rock group WAR performs in Cary Saturday evening. The concert gives local music fans another major live entertainment option during the final weekend of August.

Time: 7 p.m.

Sunday, August 30

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary celebration continues Sunday.

Date: Sunday, August 30

Monday, August 31

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

“Beyond the Booths” concludes its listed run on Monday, August 31.

Date: Monday, August 31

PPA Pickleball Tour: North Carolina Open

Professional pickleball arrives in Cary with the PPA Pickleball Tour’s North Carolina Open. The event offers local fans an opportunity to watch high-level competition featuring professional players.

Date: Monday, August 31

Things to Do in Cary This Week

Cary’s schedule offers a broad mix of experiences during the final week of August. Music fans can choose from major rock, funk and soul performances, while comedy fans can enjoy a Friday-night showcase. Sports enthusiasts can follow local football and professional pickleball, and residents can stay connected with town government through public meetings.

Dates, times, locations, ticket requirements and event availability may change. Check with the Town of Cary or the event organizer before attending.

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