Soulshine N' Sunshine Hippie Fest
May 2 - 3, 2026
hamptonhomesteadfarm.com
(704) 214-6836
Hampton Homestead Farm - Gastonia, NC
Kid Friendly, Hippie Fest filled with good vibes and fun for all ages. Multiple Stages of music, overnight camping offered, yoga sessions, petting zoo, local artisans, unique vendors, classic fishing style games. We're creating a joyful, laid-pack atmosphere where families can explore handmade goods, enjoy great food and spend the day connecting with their community.
White Lake Water Festival
May 15 - 17, 2026
whitelakewaterfestival.org
(910) 583-3230
White Lake - Elizabethtown, NC
The 48th Annual White Lake Water Festival marks the beginning of the summer season. This is the kickoff to Summer Fun and Sun at White Lake. Friday starts off with Food Vendors and live music by North Tower Band, Saturday starts with Craft Vendors and an hour-long parade filled with lots of candy. Live Wrestlers in the Ring, Queen's Hour, Art Contest, Kids Play Area, Live Music on Saturday Night by Band of Oz and so much more to experience at White Lake. Sunday will contain a Fun Run.
Christmas Made in the South / Charlotte
October 23 - 25, 2026
MadeInTheSouthShows.com
(704) 847-9480
Cabarras Arena & Events Center - Concord, NC
Christmas Made in the South is focused on keeping the world of fine artisans and craftspeople vibrant. Exhibitors will be there all three days demonstrating and selling their handcrafted works, Santa's elves hard at work.
Nascar Day Festival
October 24, 2026
randlemanchamber.com
(336) 495-1100
Downtown - Randleman, NC
NASCAR Day Festival/Racin to Randleman Car Show in the downtown area of Main Street and Commerce Square Park in the hometown of the "King" of NASCAR Richard Petty and the Petty Family. Randleman is home to 4 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees. Petty Fan Club meets at the Petty Museum and the Victory Junction Camp built by the Petty family for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses is also located in Randleman. Food, fun, arts, crafts, music, car show, and more all in Randleman, NC. Three stages of bands. The dinosaur expo will return again this year. Most of the proceeds from the car show go to support 3 area nonprofit projects
Events in Burlington, NC — upcoming
March 14, 2026
March Small Business Market
Holly Hill Mall (behind Starbucks), Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 1/29/2026
This North Carolina Vendor Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Blossom and Build Home and Outdoor April Makers Market
Holly Hill Mall behind Starbucks 309 Huffman Mill Rd, Burlington, NC 27215, Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 3/21/2025
This North Carolina Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 3 food booths. This event will also include: lemonade, music, bounce house, connect four, and soft axe throwing.
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Herb Festival
First Presbyterian Church, Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 1/14/2025
This North Carolina Home and Garden Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $30.
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Everything's Groovy May Makers Market
Holly Hill Mall behind, Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 3/21/2025
This North Carolina Vendor Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: lemonade, music, petting zoo, bounce house, connect four, and soft axe throwing.
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Dadfest
The Cadillac Ranch, Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 5/15/2025
This North Carolina Festival will have antique/collectibles and crafts exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm. Admission tickets are $2 - $25.
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Summerfest Makers Market
Holly Hill Mall behind Starbucks, Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 3/21/2025
This North Carolina Vendor Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: lemonade, music, petting zoo, bounce house, connect four, and soft axe throwing.
October 2026 (dates not updated)
BAL Regional Fine Arts Competition
BAL Fine Arts Gallery at Holly Hill Mall, Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 9/17/2025
This North Carolina Art Competition will have fine art exhibitors and no food booths.
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Holiday Magic
Historic Depot, Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 12/8/2025
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
December 2026 (dates not updated)
Christmas in the Park
Burlington City Park, Burlington, NC
Status: Updated 12/11/2025
This North Carolina Holiday Celebration will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Mon 5pm-8pm.
