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.
Our Events
From the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks, find something to do or discover a new vacation destination
Tweetsie Ghost Train Begins
Spooky fun for the whole family with night train rides, haunted house, special rides and attractions. Friday and Saturday nights, continues through October.
American Music Festival Concert Series – Kenari Saxophone Quartet
Applauded for their “flat-out amazing performances” and “stunning virtuosity” (Cleveland Classical), the highly acclaimed Kenari Quartet delivers inspiring performances that transform the perception of the saxophone.
Hawk Watch
All throughout September, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of fall raptor migration.
Spirit of New Orleans : A Soulful Celebration with The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra
Meet your next two best friends…..Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson, the dynamic duo leading their fiery hot big band, The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra.
40th Annual North Carolina Seafood Festival
Get ready to eat, dance, and celebrate at the 40th Annual North Carolina Seafood Festival—one of the biggest and most beloved events on the Crystal Coast!
Take My Death Away
Take My Death Away is a darkly comedic Halloween musical that dives into the absurdity, chaos, and unexpected humor surrounding death, identity, and the afterlife.
43rd Annual Mountain Glory Festival
Celebrate the Arrival of Autumn at Marion’s 43rd Annual Mountain Glory Festival.
EJ Snyder’s Uwharrie Bigfoot Survival and Outdoor Expo and Overlander Show
NC Weekend Adventure Alert: Survival + Overland + Family Fun!
Alive at 5 Concert Series
A free concert in Jaycee Park that’s fun for the whole family.
36th Annual Taylorsville Apple Festival
We will be hosting vendors of all types including Food, Jewelry, Home Improvement, Medical, Boutiques, County Agencies and Novelties.
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
Woolly Worm Festival
The festival is known worldwide for its quirky mission of conducting races among woolly bear caterpillars.
Lake Lure Art’s and Crafts Festival
You will find handmade items like jewelry, pottery, textiles and many other unique and distinctive items.
The Barbecue Festival
The Barbecue Festival takes place annually in Lexington, NC, aka the “Barbecue Capital of the World,” on the fourth Saturday in October.
12th Annual Emerald Isle Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
The annual Emerald Isle Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K brings the scenic North Carolina coast to life with breathtaking oceanfront views, inspiring athletic achievement, and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Early Bird Christmas Bazaar
A shopper’s delight, pre-season Christmas Bazaar featuring local artists and crafters.
Brunswick County Parade of Homes
The wait is over! The Brunswick County Parade of Homes returns October 16–18 and October 23–25, with homes open Noon to 5:00 p.m. each day.
39th Annual Carolina Kite Festival
Look to the skies during Carolina Kite Fest XXXIX for a colorful weekend of high-flying fun on the Crystal Coast!
CoMMA presents Kevin Nealon
Emmy and SAG-nominated actor, comedian, and author Kevin Nealon is best known for his nine-year stint as a cast member of NBC’s Saturday Night Live, and has received critical acclaim for his role in the Showtime series Weeds.
Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Tournament
The Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Fishing Tournament is more than just a fishing competition – it’s a coastal celebration packed with excitement for anglers, families and visitors alike!
Triangle Weaving Guild Annual Fiber Arts Show & Sale
The Annual Fiber Art Show and Sale showcases members’ crafts including hand woven wearables, baskets, felted wearables, hand spun yarn, hand dyed yarns, jewelry, Shibori-dyed wearables, and home products.
18th Annual Field of Honor
Experience one of Fayetteville’s most meaningful traditions at the North Carolina Field of Honor, a powerful display of patriotism and remembrance set against the backdrop of downtown Fayetteville.
American Music Festival Concert Series – Erinys String Quartet
The Erinys Quartet was founded in 2018 at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki where they worked closely with cellist Marko Ylönen.