Our Events
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Mark your calendars to celebrate with us on Independence Day Eve (Thursday, July 3rd!) with hundreds of grateful Americans at Magnalia Homestead & Farm in Stokesdale.
July 3rd in the Park
Join us for the annual July 3rd in the Park Independence Day celebration.
An Independence Day Eve to Remember!
Mark your calendars to celebrate that truth with us on Independence Day Eve (Thursday, July 3rd!) with hundreds of grateful Americans at Magnalia Homestead & Farm in Stokesdale.
Burlington Sock Puppets vs Danville Otterbots
Step back in time and celebrate America’s story at a truly unforgettable night at the ballpark!
Mebane Recreation July 4th Celebration
Enjoy an afternoon packed with food trucks, live music, inflatables, eating competitions, games, and plenty of family‑friendly fun.
Burlington Sock Puppets vs Danville Otterbots
Step back in time and celebrate America’s story at a truly unforgettable night at the ballpark!
Independence Day Celebration at Museum of the Waxhaws
Celebrate Independence Day with the Museum of the Waxhaws from 12–4 PM as we honor America’s 250th anniversary in true patriotic fashion!
Capitol 250: North Carolina Freedom Fest
Experience the best of North Carolina with DNCR at Capitol 250: NC Freedom Fest!
Denton Antique Festival
Get ready for the 2026 Denton Antiques Festival!
Artist Talk for Embracing Tranquility
The show, Embracing Tranquility, will include an artist talk by Mark Kinsella and Jason Smith in the gallery on Saturday, July 11th at 4pm.
Pirates! A Boy At Sea
A swashbuckling adventure that explores the meaning of family, even when it’s redefined
Carolina CryptidFest
Carolina CryptidFest debuts July 24–25, 2026, at the Jim Graham Building, NC State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, NC.
Pirates! A Boy At Sea
A swashbuckling adventure that explores the meaning of family, even when it’s redefined
Embracing Tranquility
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is pleased to announce Embracing Tranquility, kiln-formed and fused glass by Mark Kinsella, Native American-inspired totems and wall hangings by Jude Lobe and abstract metal sculpture by Jason Smith. Embracing Tranquility will be in the gallery from June 23rd through July 26th.
Uwharrie Bigfoot Festival
After welcoming more than 10,000 attendees throughout its inaugural weekend, the Uwharrie Bigfoot Festival returns Labor Day Weekend 2026 with major expansion at Camp Barnhardt in New London, North Carolina.
Uwharrie Bigfoot Festival
The Uwharrie Bigfoot Festival returns Labor Day weekend for three days of family fun, folklore, outdoor adventure, live entertainment, vendors, food, and all things Bigfoot.
Titanic: The Exhibition Charlotte
North America’s largest and most immersive touring Titanic experience sails into Charlotte for the first time this spring and summer.
Homeschool and Family Day
Join us as we step back in time and experience life in the 18th century at Homeschool and Family Day.
Randy Travis Music Festival
Family oriented festival with food, music, car show, craft vendors, children’s entertainment
Esperanza Festival
The Esperanza festival returns to Alamance County for the sixth year, welcoming visitors to savor and experience Hispanic and Latino heritage through dance, music, and food in a family-friendly environment.
EJ Snyder’s Uwharrie Bigfoot Survival and Outdoor Expo and Overlander Show
NC Weekend Adventure Alert: Survival + Overland + Family Fun!
Autumn Art & Plant Festival – Presented by The Wake Forest Garden Club
The Wake Forest Garden Club is inviting the community to celebrate the beauty of the fall season at its annual Autumn Art & Plant Festival
36th Annual Taylorsville Apple Festival
We will be hosting vendors of all types including Food, Jewelry, Home Improvement, Medical, Boutiques, County Agencies and Novelties.


























