Eat like a local, drink like a fish! The Outer Banks Seafood Festival features the finest food and beverages the OBX has to offer. Celebrate our coastal seafood heritage and community. Discover how our seafood gets from the ocean to your plate! Enjoy a full range of artisan products; from food to pottery to art. Meet the finest local vendors, all in one place. Get on down with some of the best music around. The festival will feature great music and entertainment to enjoy, all day long. Donations go to the Outer Banks Seafood Festival Endowment Fund and benefit and support the local fishing community and its members. Funds may be awarded to assist the fishing community with healthcare/medical emergencies, equipment needs or repair needs, food and supplies, and more. This project is funded in part by the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau
The Fall Festival at Irene Wortham Center is a day of food, activities, and family fun held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The festival features pumpkin decoration, bouncy houses, food trucks, a live DJ, and fair foods like popcorn and cotton candy. The event also provides an opportunity for guests to learn about community nonprofits, which can sign up to table at the festival. Sponsorship opportunities are available at multiple levels.
Celebrate fall at the North College Harvest Fest in Downtown Newton.
Enjoy music, Yard Game Olympics, food, vendors, and a cornhole tournament.
~Location: North College Ave between A St and 3rd St
~Admission: FREE
Schedule:
🏆Cornhole Tournament: Starts at Noon🎁🌭Shopping & Food: 1-5pm
⚽Yard Game Olympics: 1-5pm🎸
Music: TBD
The social district will be in effect during this event, so grab a beverage at one of Downtown Newton's food & drink establishments to enjoy during the event.
Proceeds from Harvest Fest will benefit the Downtown Newton Development Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Event is sponsored by 2 Pink Magnolias, 3 Little Birds, Refuge Designs, and Visit Downtown Newton, NC.
Come out to downtown Gastonia on Saturday, October 17 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM! There will be food trucks, a beer garden, live music, vendors, entertainment, a free KidsZone with mechanical rides, inflatables, and carnival games with prizes.*Please bring your own lawn chair and/or blanket to sit and enjoy the music**
Now in its third year, this evening market style festival is hosted at Anime Paradaisu in the Oak Park Shopping Center in Raleigh, running October 17 from 4 to 9pm. Attendance is free, with a J-fashion showcase and vendor booths, and the shop asks visitors to use the shopping center parking lot across the street.
The Fall 2026 Festival will be held on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18. The online registration is available as of 8am on Wednesday, July 1. We have updated the Festival documents on our Vendors page. As of September 1, 2026 we have 76 registered vendors. Getting to the Festival: The following is the latest information that we have. It could change right up to the opening of the festival. Some roads are open to Lake Lure: From Hendersonville or Asheville, take I-26 to exit 67 (Columbus). Turn left on Highway 109 to Mill Spring. Turn left on Highway 9 to Lake Lure. The festival is adjacent to the Lake Lure Inn on your left. Highway 64 from Hendersonville through Bat Cave and Chimney rock is open. It is a bit windy but it is open. On a sad note, given the history of past festivals, the scammers will be out in force. If you see a Facebook post that says, in effect, that they...
Rides & Vibes is a car show presented by Wilson's Misfire Auto Club and hosted at Eastgate Church's Wilson campus, open to cars, trucks, bikes and project builds with judging and trophies. Its most recent running included a kids zone, food trucks and vendors, plus a 50/50 raffle benefiting the Autism Society of NC. Eastgate Church meets at 2301 Montgomery Drive West in Wilson, North Carolina.
Join us Sunday, October 18 from 3–7pm at NOMAD Wine Works (432 N Wrenn St, High Point, NC) for a special edition of the Molten Makerfaire!In collaboration with Molten Makerspace, NOMAD will host a vibrant evening of creativity, craft, and community. Sip local wines and ciders while exploring a lineup of makers, artists, and small businesses.This monthly makerfaire encourages vendors to go beyond the booth! Expect free and interactive experiences, hands-on demos, and engaging activities for all ages. Whether you’re shopping, sipping, or just soaking in the vibe, there’s something for everyone.✨ First Monday & Third Sunday of every month🍷 Creative vendors & local sips🎨 Interactive art, demos, and moreCome curious, leave inspired.
Christmas Made in the South features hundreds of artists and craftsmen. Enjoy the best of arts and crafts from throughout the country and join the tradition.
The 45th Annual Christmas Made in the South – Greater Charlotte takes place October 23–25, 2026 at Cabarrus Arena & Events Center in Concord, North Carolina. Hours are Friday and Saturday 10 AM–6 PM and Sunday 11 AM–5 PM. The juried show features fine arts, handmade crafts, and specialty food. Exhibitors must make their own products and attend the show; commercial and buy-sell vendors are excluded. New exhibitors complete the organizer’s pre-jury form, then submit a signed application and $100 deposit upon acceptance. There is no fixed deadline for new exhibitors, but spaces and product categories fill. Contact festivals@madeinthesouthshows.com for availability.
Water Street Market
Come Explore Water Street Market in Wilmington, NC! ✨
Stroll through Water Street Market - Wilmington’s charming riverside destination for unique shopping, dining, and entertainment!
From locally crafted goods to delicious eats and lively events, there’s something for everyone.
🛍 Vendor Market
💎Permanent Jewelry
🧉 Sweet Sips
🍰 Local Sweets
🎶 Live Music
📧 For sponsorship opportunities please email Paige at sponsorships@sunnydaymarkets.com to receive a sponsorship package
📆 Date: October 23rd, 2026
⏰️ Time: 5:00PM-9:00PM
📍 Location: Water Street Park - Wilmington, NC
4th Friday turns the streets of downtown Fayetteville into a street festival every month from March through October, with the October edition, a District Fall Festival, on Friday the 23rd from 6 to 10 pm. Local small businesses bring their stores outside while artists, performers, food vendors and makers set up along Hay Street. Fine artists, performers, artisans, food vendors and nonprofits can apply as vendors, with applications due by the 10th of the month.
Witch’s Walk & “Other Salem” Night Market is a free community outdoor night market and interactive downtown event bringing together local vendors, artists, and the community for a night of magic, creativity, and connection.
Organized by CasaShanti & Bullfrog Apothecary
🎃 6th Annual Sun Valley Commons Fall Festival 🎃
We invite you and the family out for a day full of fun and supporting small local business in Indian Trail, NC!!
FREE PARKING - FREE ADMISSION
🎃 Calling all cauldrons, cobwebs, suspense, Cosplay Fans, Halloween Lovers & Collectors! 👻Step into a world of all things spooky at Frightmare! Be sure to dress up! Shop with incredible Halloween, Fall, and Spooky-themed vendors offering eerie artwork, ghoul collectibles, spooky home décor, goosebumps apparel, handcrafted creations, haunted accessories, and must-have 3D memorabilia. Whether you're searching for the perfect Halloween treasure or adding to your ghostly collection, you'll find something to make your broomstick happy. If you're drawn to the supernatural, the macabre, and everything that goes bump in the night, Frightmare is the place to be! Whether you're a lifelong monster fanatic, a Halloween enthusiast, or simply looking for a frightfully fun day out, Frightmare promises an unforgettable experience filled with unique shopping, creepy vibes, and spooky surprises. Don't ghost us! Stay tuned for special guest announcements, vendor spotlights, exciting reveals, and all the hauntingly good things we have planned. We can't wait to welcome you to Frightmare!
Sunny’s Market is a vibrant, community-driven pop-up market bringing together the best in local vintage, handmade, art, and small businesses. Known for its high energy, curated vendors, and fun atmosphere, Sunny’s Market has become a go-to destination for shoppers and creatives alike.
Mark your calendars for a local event you won't wanna miss! Enjoy live music, delicious food and libations, local vendors, FREE family-friendly activities, and top notch vibes! More than anything, it's an opportunity to gather with neighbors, make memories, support local businesses downtown, and celebrate the community we call home. We can't wait to welcome you this fall for a day full of community, connection, and hometown pride.
🍂Uwharrie Vineyards Fall Festival🍂
We are so excited to announce the Uwharrie Vineyards Fall Festival and hope to see you all here!
🛍️ Vendor Market
😋 Food Trucks
🍷 Adult Beverages
🎶 Live Music
Come out to enjoy a fun fall day with all of your friends & family! 🍂
Email sponsorships@sunnydaymarkets.com to receive a sponsorship package!
The Barbecue Wall of Fame in Uptown Lexington honors the pitmasters, restaurant owners, and community leaders who helped build Lexington’s reputation as the Barbecue Capital of the World . Located beside Barbecue Alley near City Hall, the wall celebrates those who have preserved and promoted the tradition of authentic Lexington-style barbecue. The Barbecue Wall of Fame recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to Lexington’s barbecue culture—pitmasters, restaurant owners, community leaders, and others who have helped promote and sustain the region’s barbecue heritage. Their names are permanently displayed on plaques along the wall as a lasting tribute to their impact on the craft and the community. New honorees are inducted each October. The wall is situated adjacent to Barbecue Alley in Uptown Lexington, making it a popular stop for visitors exploring the downtow...
Hometown Vendor Market event with local businesses selling crafts, jewelry, home goods and other merchandise.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-09-15): open. Vendor registration available through event-specific booth checkout. Verified package: Asheville Spooktacular Craft and Vendor Market General Vendor Package $200. Organizer offers approximately 10x10 booths; vendors bring their equipment. No application deadline published. Other package availability is not asserted.
Spooktacular is our annual downtown Halloween Festival—a fun-filled community celebration for all ages hosted by the North Wilkesboro Downtown Merchants Association . It is a vibrant atmosphere packed with local vendors, trick-or-treat stations, candy galore, games, and delicious food. Kids can dress up and collect treats in a safe and festive environment; while families, who are also encouraged to dress up, can explore everything downtown North Wilkesboro has to offer. To help make this event possible, the Merchants Association welcomes donations of candy or funds. Every contribution helps us to ensure that families can enjoy a fun and safe Halloween experience and that all candy is free. If you would like to show your support for Spooktacular while also connecting your business or organization to the community, please consider sponsoring a candy station. Sponsors who choose this option will have a candy distribution station with their name displayed. Your donation to Spooktacular helps bring joy and fun to thousands of children and families, support local small businesses by increasing foot traffic and exposure, and promotes community pride and growth in Downtown North Wilkesboro. Thank you for helping to make Spooktacular an unforgettable experience for everyone! All donations for Spooktacular can be dropped off at - Cook's Sports 1402 Willow Lane N. Wilkesboro, NC.
Join The Horror Church Bookshop and Queerolina at Longleaf Hotel for an evening of dark fiction, community, and celebration!
From 6–9 PM, explore an incredible lineup of local horror authors sharing their books, signing copies, and connecting with readers who love a good scare.
Throughout the evening, immerse yourself in all things fiendish — browse spine-chilling reads, meet the storytellers behind them, and discover your next favorite nightmare.
Whether you're here to support local authors, add to your horror collection, or simply spend an evening with fellow lovers of the macabre, this is a space to connect, celebrate, and embrace the dark side.
Come browse, shop, and spend the evening with your community. We can't wait to see you there.
Want to be a featured author? Applications are open!
Want to be a Panelist or Speaker? Contact us!
City guides with the venues that host festivals, who issues the permits, what the weather does to an outdoor season, and the local vendors worth calling.
