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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - raleigh-nc (festival) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:African American Cultural Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260821T182331Z UID:10004451-1788566400-1788739199@www.meredith.edu CATEGORIES:arts,community,festival DESCRIPTION:“The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is committed to uniting\, engaging and educating a diverse communit y through the celebration of the African American Culture as expressed thr ough the arts. This year will be the 17th Annual African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh & Wake County and we invite you to be a part of the c elebration! ” \nTo learn more\, visit https://www.aacfestival.org/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182331Z URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/african-american-cultural-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Meredith College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/first-friday-raleigh-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Old-Fashioned Farmers Day DTSTART:20260905T130000Z DTEND:20260905T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T060147Z UID:10100573-1788598800-1788631200@thetriangleweekender.com CATEGORIES:community,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Step back in time during the Silk Hope Ruritan Club’s annual Labor Day weekend farm festival at Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park\, where a ntique farm machinery – from tractors and engines to horse-drawn equipme nt – bring agricultural history to life. Join more than 2\,000 community members and visitors to watch live demonstrations\, enjoy homemade ice cr eam and classic country fare\, and take part in a fundraiser for a chance to win a truck. \nAdmission is free for children ages six and younger. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060147Z LOCATION:Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park\, 4221 Silk Hope Rd URL:https://thetriangleweekender.com/event/old-fashioned-farmers-day-3/202 6-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Triangle Weekender X-SOURCE-URL:https://thetriangleweekender.com/spectator-sports-in-the-tria ngle END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hopscotch Music Festival DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTSTAMP:20260901T000251Z UID:10004448-1788998400-1789257599@www.meredith.edu CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:To learn more\, visit https://hopscotchmusicfest.com/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T000251Z URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/hopscotch-music-festival/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Meredith College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/first-friday-raleigh-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jaipur Literature Festival NC DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTSTAMP:20260902T000301Z UID:10004465-1789084800-1789343999@www.meredith.edu CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:The spirit of the iconic Jaipur Literature Festival\, called “the world’s greatest literary festival\,” returns to the Triangle. This year\, it’s coming to Meredith College and NC State Centennial Camp us in Raleigh from September 11 to 13\, and JLF North Carolina is partneri ng with Artsplosure to produce an even bigger and better festival. \nThe f estival travels across countries and continents with a caravan of thinkers \, poets\, influencers\, balladeers\, and raconteurs. In the last two year s\, the Triangle has hosted such blockbuster writers as Pulitzer Prize win ners Jhumpa Lahiri and Kathleen Duvall\, Booker Prize winner Kiran Desai\, actor and writer Kal Penn\, writer and thinker Shashi Tharoor and histori an and podcaster William Dalrymple. \nTo learn more\, including ticket pri ces (student special!)\, volunteer opportunities\, and speakers\, visit ht tps://artsplosure.squarespace.com/jaipurliteraturefestival \nLOCATIONS: Jo nes Auditorium at Meredith College – September 11th & 12th and North Car olina State University – September 13th LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000301Z URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/jaipur-literature-festival-nc/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Meredith College X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.meredith.edu/calendar/first-friday-raleigh-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Altis at Serenity Lifestyle Showcase DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260808T000351Z UID:11449-1789210800-1789210800@www.midtownmag.com CATEGORIES:family,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:The Altis™ at Serenity Lifestyle Showcase is a free event op en to anyone interested in learning more about the active adult lifestyle and invites guests to experience modern 55+ community living. \nBring your family and friends to enjoy model home and amenity tours\, local vendors\ , live music\, food trucks and family-friendly activities. Guests will hav e the opportunity to tour seven model homes and the community’s resort-s tyle amenity center while enjoying entertainment from acoustic duo Stolen Goods\, live caricatures by Tooney Ty Caricature\, and food from BUOY Bowl s\, Off the Hog and Mr. Puebla Tacos. \nLocal organizations and businesses will also be on-site to showcase the connections\, resources and experien ces that make the Fuquay-Varina community unique. LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T000351Z LOCATION:Altis at Serenity\, 48 Serene Xing\, Fuquay-Varina\, North Caroli na\, 27526 URL:https://www.midtownmag.com/event/altis-at-serenity-lifestyle-showcase/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Midtown Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.midtownmag.com/holiday-craft-fairs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Live At Present — Arts & Music Fall Festival 2026 DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T000056Z UID:11667-1789210800-1789210800@www.midtownmag.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:One day. One stage. Curtis Waters headlines a lineup of Triang le artists across indie\, hyperpop\, R&B and house. Plus live murals\, NC food trucks\, screen-printing\, and Nepali Mela — all included with your ticket. \nAll ages. Free water refills. 10% of proceeds support widowed m ilitary spouses. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T000056Z LOCATION:Live at Present\, 8521 Buffaloe Rd\, Knightdale\, North Carolina\ , 27545 URL:https://www.midtownmag.com/event/live-at-present-arts-music-fall-festi val-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Midtown Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.midtownmag.com/holiday-craft-fairs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Raleigh Fringe DTSTART:20260912T170000Z DTEND:20260912T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260808T000351Z UID:11561-1789218000-1789218000@www.midtownmag.com CATEGORIES:arts,festival,theater DESCRIPTION:The Raleigh Fringe (September 10-12 at Theatre Raleigh Arts Ce nter) is an annual open-source\, multi-disciplinary performing arts festiv al that elevates and celebrates everything weirdly wonderful about Raleigh \nThis year’s event will feature: 12 ticketed shows in our primary line up\, street performers/buskers throughout the lobby and outside\, communit y events like a Prop Swap\, Fringe on Film\, and more. LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T000351Z LOCATION:Theatre Raleigh Arts Center\, 6638 Old Wake Forest Road\, Raleigh URL:https://www.midtownmag.com/event/raleigh-fringe/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Midtown Magazine X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.midtownmag.com/holiday-craft-fairs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tar Heel Preparedness Festival DTSTART:20260915T150000Z DTEND:20260915T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260827T182634Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53808024070716 CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Are you prepared for an emergency with the supplies\, plans an d skills needed to stay safe and help others?\n\n \n\nUnleash your superhe ro\, and join UNC Campus Safety for the Tar Heel Preparedness Festival on Tuesday\, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Pit and Polk Place. Unive rsity departments\, student organizations\, and local\, county\, and state partners will share preparedness information\, provide interactive activi ties\, conduct live demonstrations\, and help you discover the skills and resources needed to stay safe during an emergency.\n\n \n\nLevel up your p reparedness superpowers by visiting booths\, completing challenges and lea rning practical safety skills that can help you respond confidently when i t matters most. Whether you’re extinguishing a fire\, learning CPR or ex ploring campus safety resources\, every stop helps you become a stronger p reparedness hero.\n\n \n\nBe your own superhero. Prepare for anything! LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T182634Z LOCATION:The Pit URL:https://calendar.unc.edu/event/tar-heel-preparedness-festival X-SOURCE-NAME:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Events Calen dar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.unc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Entrepalooza 2026 DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182559Z UID:50051-1789664400-1789671600@entrepreneurship.ncsu.edu CATEGORIES:festival,tech DESCRIPTION:Experience innovation and entrepreneurship at Entrepalooza — NC State’s annual festival for all things entrepreneurship! Free entry\ , food\, alumni businesses\, student pitch competition and much more await s you at Entrepalooza. \nPlease use this page to RSVP! To grab a free tick et for the event\, click on the “Going” button at the bottom of this p age. Feel free to stroll up to the festival and join us day-of if you have n’t RSVP’d yet. \nVENDORS – Apply here \nVOLUNTEERS – Sign up here \nWant to win $500? Minute to Pitch It Applications here! \nEntrepalooza is back for 2026! \nView full details from the last Entrepalooza in 2024 on the main event page here\, and RSVP below! \nEvent Highlights\n\nEntrep reneurship Showcase | Experience entrepreneurship at NC State through in teractive demos\, activities\, and conversations hosted by student/alumni- lead ventures and partners.\nMinute to Pitch It Competition | Hear pitches from 10 NC State student entrepreneurs in the Minute to Pitch It competit ion\; students have one minute to convince either the audience or the judg es that their idea is worthy of the cash prize audience choice or judges ’ choice awards totaling $2\,000! Cash prizes provided by the NC State U niversity Foundation.\nFree Food | Exploring entrepreneurship at NC State can make a wolf hungry! We’re offering free Chick-fil-A\, Two Roosters i ce cream and ice cold bottled water to keep the wolf pack fed and cooled o ff while having fun!\nGiveaways | Don’t leave empty-handed! We’ll be g iving out NC State Entrepreneurship giveaways all evening\, and many vendo rs are giving away swag\, food\, or selling great stuff! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182559Z LOCATION:Stafford Commons\, Talley Student Union\, 2610 Cates Ave\, Raleig h\, NC\, 27606\, United States URL:https://entrepreneurship.ncsu.edu/event/entrepalooza-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Innovation and Entrepreneurship X-SOURCE-URL:https://entrepreneurship.ncsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Entrepalooza DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T182732Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53798160202725 CATEGORIES:festival,tech DESCRIPTION:Experience innovation and entrepreneurship at Entrepalooza\, N C State’s annual festival for all things Innovation and Entrepreneurship . Free entry\, food\, alumni businesses\, student pitch competition and mu ch more await you at Entrepalooza. The event will feature:\n\nEntrepreneur ship Showcase: Experience entrepreneurship at NC State through interactive demos\, activities and conversations hosted by student/alumni-lead ventur es and partners.Minute to Pitch It competition: Hear pitches from 10 NC St ate student entrepreneurs in the Minute to Pitch It competition. Students will have one minute to convince either the audience or the judges that th eir idea is worthy of the cash prize\, audience choice or judges’ choice awards totaling $2\,000. Cash prizes provided by the NC State University Foundation.Free food: Exploring entrepreneurship at NC State can make a wo lf hungry. We’re offering free Chick-fil-A\, Two Roosters ice cream and ice-cold bottled water to keep the Wolfpack fed and cooled off while havin g fun.Giveaways: Don’t leave empty-handed. We will give out NC State Inn ovation and Entrepreneurship giveaways all evening\, and many vendors will give away swag and food or sell great stuff.Make sure to register so we h ave enough food and T-shirts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T182732Z LOCATION:Stafford Commons URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/entrepalooza-228 X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest! DTSTART:20260917T210000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T003141Z UID:2889-1789664400-1789671600@trianglegrapevine.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:What pairs perfectly with wine\, regardless of what’s in you r glass? A great book.I’ve been combining these two pleasures for most o f my adult life\, and the connection between them feels almost effortless. Both invite you to slow down\, settle in\, and escape for a while. There ’s a comforting ritual to each. You pull on something cozy\, choose a mo od\, whether it’s a genre or a varietal\, and sink into your favorite ch air. A novel can transport you to another world just as easily as a glass of wine can. But books and wine aren’t always solitary pursuits. They ar e meant to be shared. My book club\, Reading Between the Wines\, embraces both. Every meeting starts with a toast to our members.  Just as I’m ea ger to discuss a novel I’ve loved\, I also enjoy swapping wine recommend ations with my Wine Gals group. Both gatherings revolve around conversatio n\, discovery\, and a shared appreciation for something we enjoy. And both books and wine can be delightfully uncomplicated or wonderfully complex. Sometimes\, all you need is a beach read paired with a crisp pinot grigio. Other times\, a thought-provoking novel practically demands a layered cab ernet and a long discussion. Even the way we discover new favorites is rem arkably similar. A friend sends a text recommending a must-read. A colleag ue mentions a fantastic bottle over lunch. Recommendations have a way of c reating communities. Independent businesses across North Carolina have emb raced this natural pairing\, and bookstores serving wine are becoming dest inations in their own right. In Asheville\, I’ve long wanted to visit th e Battery Park Book Exchange. When I finally made it there\, I immediately understood the appeal. Bookshelves surrounded comfortable seating\, and g roups of friends\, couples\, and solo readers lingered over books and wine cocktails. I happily joined them. In downtown Fayetteville\, Bound & Vine offers another irresistible combination. Owner Kellie Artis has created a n elegant\, welcoming space centered around books\, community\, and though tfully selected wines. Between the curated collection\, book clubs\, and l iterary events\, it’s the kind of place where I could lose track of time entirely. Raleigh readers can visit Bright Side Books & Wine Bar\, a book store devoted to romance in all its forms\, from fantasy and contemporary fiction to LGBTQ+ titles and beyond. Cozy couches\, outdoor seating\, wine by the glass\, and plenty of conversation make it an ideal spot to spend an afternoon. Two more North Carolina destinations remain on my list: Tril ogy Books Wine & Tea and Quarter Moon Books. I haven’t made it to either one yet\, but I’m certain I’ll stop in when my travels take me that w ay. My fellow reader and wine enthusiast Emily Naughton summed it up perfe ctly: “Wine and books are both relaxing. People read books to escape the stresses of everyday life\, and people often use wine the same way. It’ s like a date night with yourself and your brain.” I couldn’t agree mo re. Which leaves us to\, what are you reading and what’s in your glass t onight? LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T003141Z LOCATION:Chatham Street Wine Market\, 112 W. Chatham Street\, Cary\, 27511 \, United States URL:https://trianglegrapevine.com/event/oktoberfest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Triangle Grapevine X-SOURCE-URL:https://trianglegrapevine.com/wine-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BugFest 2026 DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T181556Z UID:120728-1789812000-1789844400@www.naturalsciences.org CATEGORIES:arts,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Exhibits & Activities | Presentations & Performances | Café I nsecta | Accessibility | Getting Here & Parking \nHappy 30th BugFest\nThre e decades of creepy\, crawly and fluttering fun come together for the Muse um’s biggest celebration yet. This year’s theme\, “Hoppers\,” spot lights treehoppers\, planthoppers and leafhoppers. \nExplore more than 100 exhibits\, crafts\, games and activities celebrating the world of arthrop ods. Ask entomologists and other scientists about all things bugs. Satisfy your curiosity and appetite with buggy culinary creations at Café Insect a. Enjoy science talks and live performances throughout the day. \nFREE an d for all ages. \n\nMember Perks\nMuseum Members get VIP status at BugFest . The first 500 Members to arrive will receive a Member VIP pass to unlock special benefits. Don’t bug out if you arrive late! Members can access their VIP perks with their membership card. VIP passes can be picked up at the Member tent. \nSkip the line at Café Insecta with the Member Fast L ane and enjoy tasty bug-filled treats prepared by local chefs. Plus\, Memb ers always receive unlimited FREE admission to special exhibitions\, invit ations to exclusive events\, and save 20% in our gift shops and 10% in caf és! \nJoin or renew now\, get a free BugFest T-shirt!\n \nPurchase or ren ew your membership at BugFest or online September 1–19 with code “Hop2 6” and receive a free BugFest t-shirt on the day of the event! Not a Mem ber? Join Today! \n\nVolunteer\n\nWant to be part of BugFest? Volunteer wi th us! Jobs span logistical tasks (setup\, breakdown\, meal service\, t-sh irt sales\, etc.)\, educational stations\, and kids’ crafts and activiti es. It’s loads of fun and you get a free BugFest t-shirt. Volunteers who work 2+ shifts get free lunch. \nVolunteers must be 13 years old to volun teer without a parent. Volunteers must be 10 years old to volunteer with a parent. \nRegistration is live! Create a Get Connected account or login to register. Questions? Contact Kari Wouk. \n\nExhibitors\n\nApplications for vending and exhibiting are closed for this year. If you would like to be added to the list for next year\, please fill out the interest form! A pply Here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T181556Z LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States URL:https://www.naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/bugfest-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Programs and Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest DTSTART:20260920T000000Z DTEND:20260920T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260826T185251Z UID:10005615-1789837200-1789851600@raleighironworks.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest at Raleigh Iron Works! \nJoin us Saturday\, September 19th for an evening of German-inspired foo d\, beer\, live music\, and plenty of festive fun. Ponysaurus Brewing will be serving up Oktoberfest beers\, while a polka band brings the lively so undtrack to the celebration. \nThe highlight of the day? A dachshund race right in front of Ponysaurus! Bring your four-legged friends and cheer on the fastest wiener dogs as they race for the finish line. \nExpect stein-h olding competitions\, German-inspired eats\, cold beer\, and all the Oktob erfest energy you need to kick off fall at Raleigh Iron Works. LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T185251Z LOCATION:The Yard\, Iron Works Dr Suite 100\, Raleigh\, NC 27604\, Raleigh \, NC\, 27612\, United States URL:https://raleighironworks.com/event/oktoberfest/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Raleigh Iron Works X-SOURCE-URL:https://raleighironworks.com/directory/triangle-rock-club END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oktoberfest DTSTART:20260921T143000Z DTEND:20260921T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T183217Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53850858713738 CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Willkommen (welcome) to Clark Dining Hall! Join us for an auth entic Oktoberfest celebration packed with traditional German flavors. We ’re serving up crispy chicken schnitzel\, savory grilled sausages\, soft pretzels and classic tangy sauerkraut. Bring your friends\, enjoy the fes tive atmosphere and celebrate one of the season's favorite culinary tradit ions on campus.\n\nVisit the Clark Dining Hall website for meal rates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T183217Z LOCATION:Clark Dining Hall URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/oktoberfest-260921 X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ History Month PrideFest Exhibit DTSTART:20261001T160000Z DTEND:20261001T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123128Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53754369829985 CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:October is LGBTQ+ History Month. The annual PrideFest Exhibit kicks off the month-long celebration for NC State's LGBTQ Pride Center. Yo u can visit this presentation Oct. 1\, 8 and 15 at D.H. Hill Jr. Library i n the Cyma Rubin Visualization Gallery on the third floor. The Pride Cente r and the NC State University Libraries host this immersive presentation. The exhibit celebrates pride by highlighting LGBTQ+ history\, stories and accomplishments. \n\nThe opening reception for the exhibition will be held Oct. 1 from noon to 2 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123128Z LOCATION:D.H. Hill Jr. Library\, Cyma Rubin Visualization Gallery (3208A) URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/lgbtq-history-month-vis-gal X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PrideFest Parade and Poster-Making Activity DTSTART:20261006T163000Z DTEND:20261006T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T183201Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53752994055950 CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:PrideFest is an annual celebration of the NC State LGBTQ+ comm unity. Each year\, the LGBTQ Pride Center unites colleges and departments across campus to show Pack Pride. Join us for an afternoon of belonging an d festivities featuring food and games and community resources from across campus and beyond. Students\, faculty\, staff and general community memb ers are welcome to attend PrideFest activities. PrideFest is part of the P ride Center's LGBTQ+ History Month celebration.\n\nMeet us at Wolf Plaza\, where you can participate in a poster-making activity at 12:30 p.m. and j oin the PrideFest Parade at 1 p.m.\n\nWe’ll gather at Stafford Commons a t 2:30 p.m. for the Pride Fest Lawn Party. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T183201Z LOCATION:Wolf Plaza URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/pridefest-parade-6982 X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PrideFest Lawn Party DTSTART:20261006T183000Z DTEND:20261006T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260824T183201Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53753007752786 CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:PrideFest is an annual celebration of the NC State LGBTQ+ comm unity. Each year\, the LGBTQ Pride Center unites colleges and departments across campus to show Pack Pride. Join us for an afternoon of belonging an d festivities featuring food and games\, and community resources from acro ss campus and beyond. Students\, faculty\, staff and general community me mbers are welcome to attend PrideFest activities. PrideFest is part of the Pride Center's LGBTQ+ History Month celebration\n\nJoin us at Stafford Co mmons at 2:30 p.m. for the PrideFest Lawn Party.\n\nBefore the party\, com e to Wolf Plaza\, where you can participate in a poster-making activity at 12:30 p.m. and join the PrideFest Parade at 1 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T183201Z LOCATION:Stafford Commons URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/pridefest-lawn-party-5871 X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ History Month PrideFest Exhibit DTSTART:20261008T160000Z DTEND:20261008T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123128Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53754369831010 CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:October is LGBTQ+ History Month. The annual PrideFest Exhibit kicks off the month-long celebration for NC State's LGBTQ Pride Center. Yo u can visit this presentation Oct. 1\, 8 and 15 at D.H. Hill Jr. Library i n the Cyma Rubin Visualization Gallery on the third floor. The Pride Cente r and the NC State University Libraries host this immersive presentation. The exhibit celebrates pride by highlighting LGBTQ+ history\, stories and accomplishments. \n\nThe opening reception for the exhibition will be held Oct. 1 from noon to 2 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123128Z LOCATION:D.H. Hill Jr. Library\, Cyma Rubin Visualization Gallery (3208A) URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/lgbtq-history-month-vis-gal X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ History Month PrideFest Exhibit DTSTART:20261015T160000Z DTEND:20261015T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T123128Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53754369832035 CATEGORIES:arts,festival DESCRIPTION:October is LGBTQ+ History Month. The annual PrideFest Exhibit kicks off the month-long celebration for NC State's LGBTQ Pride Center. Yo u can visit this presentation Oct. 1\, 8 and 15 at D.H. Hill Jr. Library i n the Cyma Rubin Visualization Gallery on the third floor. The Pride Cente r and the NC State University Libraries host this immersive presentation. The exhibit celebrates pride by highlighting LGBTQ+ history\, stories and accomplishments. \n\nThe opening reception for the exhibition will be held Oct. 1 from noon to 2 p.m. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T123128Z LOCATION:D.H. Hill Jr. Library\, Cyma Rubin Visualization Gallery (3208A) URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/lgbtq-history-month-vis-gal X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Raleigh's International Wine & Beer Festival-Oktoberfest Edition- FREE Admission DTSTART:20261017T160000Z DTEND:20261018T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T040005Z UID:1874-1792238400-1792267200@ncvibes.com CATEGORIES:drink,festival DESCRIPTION:🍷 Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival – Oktobe rfest Edition\nCelebrating 5 Years\n🌍 Travel the World Without Leaving Downtown Raleigh!\nCelebrate five years of one of North Carolina’s most unique fall festivals featuring international wines\, craft beers\, authen tic cuisine\, live music\, and cultural experiences from around the globe. \nSpend the day discovering new flavors as you explore wines and beers fr om approximately 15 countries\, enjoy delicious international cuisine\, an d experience a vibrant festival in the heart of Downtown Raleigh. \nWhethe r you’re a casual wine lover or a seasoned enthusiast\, there’s someth ing for everyone. \nFestival Highlights\n🍷 Taste International Wines\nS ample wines from around the world or purchase a glass of your favorite. \n 🍺 Discover International Beers\nEnjoy unique beers representing multipl e countries. \n🍾 Take the Experience Home\nPurchase select bottles of w ine to enjoy later or share with friends. \n🛂 Taste the World Passport Challenge\nVisit participating countries\, collect passport stamps\, and e nter to win exciting prizes. \n🏆 People’s Choice Awards\nVote for you r favorite international wine and beer. \n🎃 Festival Costume Contest\nH alloween\, Oktoberfest\, or international-inspired costumes are welcome. W in fun prizes! \n🍽️ International Food Vendors \n🎶 Live Music Thro ughout the Day \n❤️ FREE Festival Admission \n\n📍 Saturday\, Octobe r 17\n12:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nCity Plaza – 400 Block Fayetteville St. Rale igh NC \n\nTaste • Travel • Celebrate\nSupport Local. Experience Globa l. \n\n🍷 Wine Experience Options\nExplorer Passport (Tasting Package) \ nConnoisseur Experience (Tasting + Souvenir Glass) \nWine Lover (Glass Pur chases) \nCellar Collection (Bottle Purchases) \n\n🍷 Taste • Buy by t he Glass • Take Home Your Favorites \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PERFORMANCE REGISTRATION LINK\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n VENDOR REGISTRATION LINK LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T040005Z LOCATION:CITY PLAZA – FAYETTEVILLE ST.\, 400 Fayetteville Street\, Ralei gh\, NC\, 27601\, United States URL:https://ncvibes.com/event/1874/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NCVibes X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncvibes.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Love Raleigh Festival & Market A Friendsgiving Celebration & Holi day Season Kickoff DTSTART:20261107T160000Z DTEND:20261108T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T003112Z UID:1924-1794049200-1794078000@ncvibes.com CATEGORIES:festival DESCRIPTION:Love Raleigh Festival & Market\nA Friendsgiving Celebration & Holiday Season Kickoff \nJoin NC Vibes for a full day of local love\, comm unity\, food\, music\, shopping\, and holiday spirit at Moore Square in Do wntown Raleigh! \nOn Saturday\, November 7 from 11 AM–7 PM\, we’re bri nging Raleigh together to celebrate Friendsgiving\, support local business es\, and officially kick off the holiday season. \nCome shop from local ma kers and small businesses\, enjoy delicious food and drinks\, listen to li ve music\, and spend the day with friends and family in the heart of downt own. \nEnjoy:\n• Local vendors\, makers & artisans• Holiday shopping & unique gift ideas• Delicious food & drinks• Live music & entertainmen t• Friendsgiving-inspired fun• Family activities• Veterans tribute & recognition• Opportunities to give back and support our community \nSho p Local. Eat Local. Gather. Give Thanks. Get Holiday Ready. \nWhether you ’re starting your holiday shopping\, meeting friends for food and music\ , or simply enjoying a beautiful fall day in Raleigh\, there will be somet hing for everyone. \nSaturday\, November 7 | 11 AM–7 PMMoore Square | Do wntown RaleighPresented by NC Vibes \nCome together. Support local. Celebr ate what makes Raleigh special. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n VENDOR REGISTRATION LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T003112Z LOCATION:201 Blount st. Raleigh NC 27601\, 201 S\, Blount St\, Raleigh\, N C\, 27601\, United States URL:https://ncvibes.com/event/love-raleigh-festival-market-a-friendsgiving -celebration-holiday-season-kickoff/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NCVibes X-SOURCE-URL:https://ncvibes.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:UNC Jazz Faculty | 2027 Carolina Jazz Festival DTSTART:20270226T000000Z DTEND:20270226T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062900Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53876746620971 CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:FEATURING\n\nUNC Jazz Faculty with guest Jim Ketch\n\n \n\nPRO GRAM\n\nTBA\n\n \n\nTICKETS\n\n$20-35 general admission\n\nTickets are sol d directly by Sharp 9 Gallery.\n\n \n\nPARKING\n\nPlease plan to arrive ea rly as parking on campus can be tricky. Learn more about parking and direc tions to UNC-Chapel Hill’s campus.\n\n \n\nThis concert is part of the 2 027 Carolina Jazz Festival\, February 25–27\, 2027. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062900Z LOCATION:Sharp 9 Gallery URL:https://calendar.unc.edu/event/unc-jazz-faculty-2027-carolina-jazz-fes tival X-SOURCE-NAME:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Events Calen dar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.unc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Afroborinqueños: À Bomba Jazz Suite | 2027 Carolina Jazz Festiva l DTSTART:20270227T003000Z DTEND:20270227T013000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062900Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53876844101395 CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:FEATURING\n\nJuan Álamo and Marimjazzia\nfeaturing Ivan Renta \, Carly Maldonado\, and Ramón Vázquez\n\n \n\nPROGRAM\n\nTBA\n\n \n\nAD MISSION\n\nFree\, no reservation required.\n\n \n\nPARKING\n\nPlease plan to arrive early as parking on campus can be tricky. Learn more about parki ng and directions to UNC-Chapel Hill’s campus.\n\n \n\nThis concert is p art of the 2027 Carolina Jazz Festival\, February 25-27\, 2027. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062900Z LOCATION:Hill Hall\, Moeser Auditorium URL:https://calendar.unc.edu/event/afroborinquenos-a-bomba-jazz-suite-2027 -carolina-jazz-festival X-SOURCE-NAME:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Events Calen dar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.unc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Festival | 2027 Carolina Ja zz Festival DTSTART:20270227T140000Z DTEND:20270227T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062900Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53876865770476 CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:FEATURING\n\nHigh school jazz bands and combos\nUNC Jazz Band with guest Jim Ketch\, directed by Rahsaan Barber\n\n \n\nPROGRAM\n\nTBA\n \n3:30-4:15 PM UNC Jazz Band\, Rahsaan Barber\, Director\, featuring guest artist Jim Ketch\, Moeser Auditorium\n4:30 PM Awards Ceremony\, Moeser Au ditorium\n\n \n\nADMISSION\n\nFree\, no reservation required.\n\n \n\nPARK ING\n\nPlease plan to arrive early as parking on campus can be tricky. Lea rn more about parking and directions to UNC-Chapel Hill’s campus.\n\n \n \nThis concert is part of the 2027 Carolina Jazz Festival\, February 25-27 \, 2027. Register your high school jazz band or combo here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062900Z LOCATION:Hill Hall\, Moeser Auditorium URL:https://calendar.unc.edu/event/essentially-ellington-high-school-jazz- festival-2027-carolina-jazz-festival X-SOURCE-NAME:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Events Calen dar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.unc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:UNC Jazz Combos with Jim Ketch | 2027 Carolina Jazz Festival DTSTART:20270227T200000Z DTEND:20270227T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062900Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53876774568215 CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:FEATURING\n\nUNC Jazz Combos with guest Jim Ketch\n\n \n\nPROG RAM\n\nTBA\n\n \n\nPARKING\n\nPlease plan to arrive early as parking on ca mpus can be tricky. Learn more about parking and directions to UNC-Chapel Hill’s campus.\n\n \n\nThis concert is part of the 2027 Carolina Jazz Fe stival\, February 25–27\, 2027. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062900Z LOCATION:Hill Hall\, Moeser Auditorium URL:https://calendar.unc.edu/event/unc-jazz-combos-with-jim-ketch-2027-car olina-jazz-festival X-SOURCE-NAME:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Events Calen dar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.unc.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Safer Spring Break Fair DTSTART:20270309T160000Z DTEND:20270309T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T004734Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53319458447858 CATEGORIES:community,festival DESCRIPTION:Come prepare for a safe and healthy spring break at the Safe S pring Break Fair. Participants can play games\, enjoy snacks and take home free giveaways\, including a safe spring break kit and an NC State beach towel. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T004734Z LOCATION:Stafford Commons URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/event/safer-spring-break-fair-431 X-SOURCE-NAME:NC State University Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.ncsu.edu/group/charlotte_alumni_network END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR