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Join us September 19-21, 2014 for a celebration of international food, dance and music at the 29th annual International Festival of Raleigh! Festival Hours Friday, Sept. 19th: 4:30pm - 10pm Saturday, Sep 20th: 10am - 10pm Sunday, Sep 21st: 11am - 7pm
Each year over 35,000 visitors come to BugFest to experience over 100 exhibits, crafts, games and activities. We provide the opportunity for you to interact with entomologists and other scientists so you can continue learning about the fascinating world of bugs. We also feature Café Insecta, where the brave can sample buggy dishes prepared by […]
Fun for dogs and education for owners and their dogs! Try agility at AKC's My Dog Can Do That! Also, meet the breeds Canine Good Citizen Testing (CGC), dog sport demonstrations, vendors, rescue groups, children's area, face painting, dog games and contests, and more! Free admission. www.akc.org/clubs/rdod/events
Nationwide Insurance and Lawson Insurance Agency present The NASCAR Nationwide Show Car Event to be held on Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 1PM until 4PM. This event will be hosted by Crossroads Ford of Wake Forest located at 10101 Capital Blvd in Wake Forest. This event will be an opportunity for race fans to view […]
The Carolina RailHawks will take on the San Antonio Scorpions at WakeMed Soccer Park this Saturday, September 13th at 7:30 p.m! Tickets range from $10-$28, or you can take advantage of the Fan 4 Packs – 4 tickets, 4 drinks, and food for 4, all starting at $49. Make sure to come out prior to […]
The Carolina RailHawks soccer team battle the New York Cosmos on Saturday, September 20th at WakeMed Soccer Park, 7:30 p.m.! Get there early for Kicks for Kids night presented by PNC Bank- the first 4,000 fans through the gate will receivethunder sticks! Parking is available from 5:00 p.m. and stadium doors open at 6:00 p.m. […]
Antique to modern and collectible toys, sportscards & sports memorabilia,including Barbie, diecast and plastic models, Star Wars, Hot Wheels, Hallmark ornaments, Yu-gi-oh, Lord of Rings, Sci-Fi toys, western toys, NASCAR, etc. Over 70 exhibitors buying, selling & trading! Event Hours Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission $5 daily […]
The Connells are coming to Raleigh Little Theater's Amphitheatre! With The Backsliders and Chris Hendricks Saturday September 27, 2014 Gates 3:30 pm, show starts 4:00pm Tickets are available on ticketfly. Presented by Cat’s Cradle The Connells play guitar-oriented pop/rock music. They never received the status that they should have and have not played regularly in […]
Antique to modern and collectible toys, sportscards & sports memorabilia,including Barbie, diecast and plastic models, Star Wars, Hot Wheels, Hallmark ornaments, Yu-gi-oh, Lord of Rings, Sci-Fi toys, western toys, NASCAR, etc. Over 70 exhibitors buying, selling & trading! Event Hours Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission $5 daily […]
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar is partnering with Raleigh Brewing Company for an evening of burgers and beer to benefit the Jamie Kirk Hahn Foundation, a nonprofit that seeks to empower local leaders, Sept. 29 from 6 – 8:30 p.m. The event will be held at Bad Daddy’s Raleigh location near Seaboard Station. Bad Daddy’s chefs […]
Raleigh’s Irish Music Festival for 2014 is scheduled for Saturday, October 4th in downtown Raleigh at Moore Square. The festival is free. It will feature a diverse variety of entertainment for the whole family. Irish musicians, Irish bands, and Irish dancers will perform throughout the day. Irish and Celtic products, along with a great selection […]
In So Many Words Hosted by the Lucy Daniels Center Thursday, October 9 7 p.m. followed by Q&A The Cary Theater 122 E Chatham St. Cary, NC Tickets are free A remarkable documentary explores the inner life of Dr. Lucy Daniels, whose childhood has both tormented and motivated her throughout her life. Born into a […]
By Eugene O’Neill A twentieth-century American classic inspired by ancient Greek drama, this fever dream of a family drama is set in rural New England. Father of three, Ephraim Cabot returns to the family farm with his young bride Abbie. His youngest son, Eben, at first loathes the newcomer, but when hatred gives way to […]
A 1/2 mile of Food Trucks & Restaurants spread out over 11 city blocks on Fayetteville Street on October 12, 2014
Clean Energy for Raleigh, a local program that makes the adoption of solar power and energy efficiency upgrades cheaper and easier, will present a free educational workshop. The event will give the public an opportunity to learn more about the program. Clean Energy for Raleigh features a free energy audit and discounted solar pricing for […]
