Festivals in Raleigh, NC.
Lifestyle-Healthy Living Events, Trade Shows
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.
Lincoln County Apple Festival
October 17, 2026
lincolncountyapplefestival.com
(704) 530-4636
Downtown - Lincolnton, NC
9 blocks of Main Street is arts and crafts, fair food, music, kids area, farmer's market, local businesses, and non-profits.
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 Raleigh, NC — upcoming
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Raleigh Body Mind Spirit Expo
Exposition Center, NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, NC
Status: Updated 1/13/2026
This North Carolina Lifestyle-Healthy Living Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $15.
February 2027 (dates not updated)
The Raleigh Market - February
Historic NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, NC
Status: Updated 12/22/2025
This North Carolina Flea Market will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10-15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be .
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Raleigh's Women's Day Expo
NC State University McKimmon Conference & Training Center, Raleigh, NC
Status: Updated 1/20/2026
This North Carolina Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm. This event will also include: expo: network, shop, grants... exhibitors and vendors.
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Raleigh Saint Patrick's Day Parade
Downtown, Raleigh, NC
Status: Updated 1/30/2026
This North Carolina Parade will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-12pm.
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Lebanese Festival
TLAC, Raleigh, NC
Status: Updated 3/19/2026
This North Carolina Ethnic Festival will have crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with International and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 12pm-6pm. This event will also include: food, beer, wine, dancing, music, performance, kids' corner, fortune teller,cultural booth.
March 2027 (dates not updated)
The Raleigh Market - March
Historic NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, NC
Status: Updated 1/12/2026
This North Carolina Flea Market will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10-15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be .
