Experience the magic of MumFest, a delightful fall festival in historic downtown New Bern! Enjoy live music, thrilling amusements, delicious food, unique local artists and vendors, and a fantastic beer garden - all set against a stunning waterfront background. With over 75,000 attendees last year, this unforgettable weekend is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends. Mark your calendars now - come join the fun!
A celebration with music, art, entertainment, food trucks, and more right on the streets of Downtown Sanford NC the second Saturday of October each year! Make your plan to spend the day in downtown Sanford. There are options for everyone! StreetFest is known for its variety of food options and vendors. StreetFest works hard to provide a great array of craft and artisan vendors. Celebrate our Hispanic community and heritage with activities, music, and more. Find out where to park and how to catch the trolley!
This year’s artistic vision, “Jazz Reignited,” is a high-energy celebration of jazz’s past, present, and future, marking the triumphant return of the Duck Jazz Festival after the 2025 cancellation with bold sound, deep soul, and a community ready to light it up once again. Like embers flaring back into flame, the festival honors tradition while surging forward with fresh energy, fearless expression, and collective joy. Jazz Reignited is not a restart, but a resurgence; an awakening of sound, spirit, and community. The Duck Jazz Festival takes place in the Town of Duck annually on Columbus Day weekend. The 2026 event will begin with a Concert on the Green style event, on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 4 – 6 p.m. Return to the park on Sunday, October 11, 2026, to enjoy a full day of music during this free, non-ticketed festival showcasing national, regional and local jazz musicians on...
Experience the magic of MumFest, a delightful fall festival in historic downtown New Bern! With over 75,000 attendees last year, this unforgettable weekend is the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends. Enjoy live music, thrilling amusements, delicious food, unique local artists and vendors, and a fantastic beer garden – all set against a stunning waterfront background. Savor a delicious mix of festival favorites, local specialties, sweet treats, and refreshing drinks from vendors in downtown New Bern. Explore family-friendly attractions, interactive experiences, arts, crafts, and community exhibits designed for all ages to enjoy. Enjoy live performances from talented local and regional artists as music fills the streets throughout the festival weekend. MumFest is one of the finest award-winning festivals in the state of North Carolina. It is recognized statewide...
The 5th Lovely Asheville Annual Fall Festival is a vendor event hosted by Asheville Creative Arts / Lovely Asheville Ent. LLC. Vendor applications are open with a deadline of September 26, 2026. The festival takes place October 10–11, 2026.
We are excited to introduce something new, vibrant, and deeply rooted in what makes Fayetteville so special, Dogwood Nights, a downtown street dance series designed to bring our community together in a fun, safe, and welcoming way.Dogwood Nights is more than just an event, it’s a celebration of connection. This block party-style series will transform our downtown streets into a lively gathering space where families, friends, and neighbors can come together to dance, laugh, and create lasting memories. With a focus on inclusivity and community engagement, each event will feature a live DJ (or band), themed experiences, and opportunities for local businesses and organizations to be part of the energy.
Join us Monday, October 12th from 4–8pm at Brown Truck Brewery (1234 N Main St, High Point, NC 27262) for a special edition of the Molten Makerfaire!In collaboration with Molten Makerspace, Brown Truck Brewery will host a vibrant evening of creativity, craft, and community. Sip local beers 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.✨ Second Monday & Fourth Sunday of every month🍷 Creative vendors & local sips🎨 Interactive art, demos, and more. Come curious, leave inspired.
The N.C. State Fair is the place to be this fall! The fair creates an experience unique to North Carolina and is an unparalleled value with free entertainment, thrilling rides and games, thousands of animals, endless family activities, competitions, vendors and creative deep-fried delights. Conveniently located in an urban setting and adjacent to I-40, the N.C. State Fair campground is the perfect location to explore all the Triangle has to offer. With 100 full-hookup sites, the campground is open year-round with the exception of the month of October when it closes for the N.C. State Fair. With over 500 events a year, we've got just what you're looking for! From trade shows to garden sales, cultural events to concerts...the State Fairgrounds is the place to be. Make sure you check back often so you don't miss any of the fun. Whether you're looking for a horse show, rodeo or exhibition...
Thank you for visiting the Illinois State Fair. We look forward to seeing you next year August 12 - 22, 2027 Click here to learn more about our Livestock, Horse and General Show results for the 2026 Illinois State Fair. Come see what events are happening on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Within this cookbook the reader will find Blue Ribbon winners from the 160+ classes offered for competition. New cookbooks are offered in November of each year. The Illinois State Fairgrounds and its facilities are available to rent year round. Let us help make your next event special. title="Please enter a valid email address without quotes or brackets."
The Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands – Southern Highland Craft Guild Questions? Call the Folk Art Center 828-298-7928 or email us [email protected] . Located in the heart of downtown Asheville, surrounded by local restaurants, shops, and galleries. Several public parking garages are located within walking distance of the venue: All garages are city-operated and accept cards or mobile payments. A wide range of fine craft across 12 media: clay, fiber, wood, metal, glass, paper, leather, jewelry, natural materials, and more
The Tarheel Antiques Festival is the areas largest antique festival in the area. We feature antique vendors from across the USA selling items from Juke Boxes to furniture, jewelry, toys and much more. The event also features free simple antique appraisals with paid event admission and onsite auctions.
For more than 25 years, Leaf has brought people together through arts, culture, education, and community. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has made that work possible—our staff, artists, teaching artists, participants, families, volunteers, members, donors, funders, partners, and friends. Despite sustained efforts to address significant financial challenges (starting with COVID and exacerbated by Hurricane Helene, the reduction in arts and education funding, and a reduction in membership and donor contributions) and careful consideration of the available alternatives, Leaf’s Board of Directors has made the difficult decision that Leaf will cease operations in its current form on August 21, 2026. This decision is based on the organization’s financial circumstances. It does not diminish the strength of Leaf’s mission, the quality of its programming, or the extraordinary contributi...
Carolina BalloonFest, hosted by National Balloon Rally Charities, is held annually on the third weekend of October in Statesville. Billed as the second-oldest hot air balloon festival in the country, it features balloon competitions, mass ascensions and evening balloon glows, along with live music and family activities.
FOODEESFEST is delighted to bring our traveling Food & Culture Festival to Monroe, North Carolina. This three-day extravaganza offers diverse cuisine, handcrafted goods, and a welcoming atmosphere—perfect for families, foodies, and everyone in between. From sizzling street tacos to decadent sweet treats, there’s something for every palate.Event Highlights-40+ Food Trucks & Vendors: Explore a wide array of local and regional flavors—BBQ, vegan delights, baked goods, and more!-Artisans & Crafters: Discover unique arts, crafts, and gift items from talented makers.-Community & Culture: Our mission is to unite people through the universal love of food and art. Enjoy a memorable weekend celebrating tastes and traditions from different cultures.
Sunny’s Market is a vibrant pop-up market series that transforms locations into unforgettable community experiences.Currently hosted at the Atrium Health Ballpark (home of the Cannon Ballers) in Kannapolis, NC, our events have quickly grown into one of the region’s most exciting destinations.More than just a market, Sunny’s Market is a celebration of community, creativity, and culture — with the scale and energy of a music festival. Each event is FREE and brings together a curated mix of 100+ local vendors, food trucks, live music, and family-friendly entertainment, filling the stadium with a buzzing atmosphere all day! Our markets consistently draw 5,000+ attendees per event and are supported by strong marketing investments, both digital and on-the-ground, to ensure robust attendance and visibility.
Our mission is twofold:
Help vendors truly grow and build a living doing what they love.
Create a destination where families and the community can come together, shop local, and have an unforgettable day.
This is a two day event alongside the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers! Friday the event is from 5pm - 9pm and Saturday 11am-4pm!
Sunny Day Markets hosts this juried pop-up market on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9 am to 2 pm at 508 Crow Street in Monroe, North Carolina, at The Strawberry Chic Boutique. About 30 vendors set up 10 by 10 outdoor tents alongside food trucks, live music, and permanent jewelry. Sunny Day Markets runs similar themed pop-up markets across North Carolina throughout the year.
The Duplin County Latino Association is hosting its annual Festival Cultural Latino on October 17th, 2026 from 10 am to 6 pm. The festival celebrates rich Latino culture through folklore, music, dances, Latin American food, family entertainment, and sport events.
🍁 Lexington Fall Festival🍁
🎶Get ready for Lexington’s Fall Festival! Join us for a full day of delicious eats, incredible live music, and family fun!
🔥 What to Expect:
🍔 5+ Food Trucks serving up mouthwatering eats
🎶 Live Music
🎪 Vendor Show – shop local artisans & businesses
🍷 Beer & Wine Garden featuring local breweries & vineyards
Mark your calendars and bring your friends & family for an unforgettable day of food, fun, and fantastic music!
🎉📩 Interested in sponsoring? Email: sponsor@sunnydaymarkets.com
📅 Date: October 17th, 2026
⏰ Time: 11 AM - 4 PM
📍 Location: Breeden Insurance Amphitheater, 333 S. Main St, Lexington, NC
🎟 FREE Admission
🅿️ FREE Parking
🐾 While we love the furry friends this is NOT dog friendly! (Service animals ONLY)
The Charlotte Chalk Art Festival (CCAF), a FREE, family-friendly two-day festival, will be held at NoDa Brewing Company North End, 150 W 32nd St, Charlotte, NC 28206, on October 17th and 18th from 12pm to 5pm each day.CCAF features a street chalk art competition for ages 12-17 and 18+. Festival goers will watch and cheer on artist competitors as they create a street chalk art gallery. Attendees can participate in various art-focused activities, including our community chalk art zone, listen to live local music offerings, including an All Ages Open Mic, and patronize curated arts, crafts, retail, food, and beverage vendors.
Vendor applications for the Fall Market on October 17th are now closed. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact us directly at [email protected] Applications and information about our Winter 2026 season will be available in September. To be among the first to know about our events, please join our email list for updates ! To sell at a Vintage Charlotte event, your merchandise must be vintage, antique, handmade, or any combination of the three. To us, vintage means at least 20+ years old. We do not allow reproductions of any kind and are not accepting “thrift” vendors that are not vintage. Handmade means made BY YOU. The name on the application should be the person who physically makes and/or leads all creative direction on the products.
NO Alcohol, NO Smoking, NO Vapes, NO Pets, NO Coolers, NO Backbacks, NO Outside Food, NO Outside Drinks, NO Outside Water, NO Outside Cups or Containers. NOTICE: Guidelines / Best Practices for 2026 - Click to Learn More Experience fine arts and crafts from around the area. Vendor booths consist of handmade jewelry, holiday decor, natural beauty products, handcrafted clothing items, woodcraft, unique cuisines, and so much more. Each day will include live performances from old school rock-n-roll, to country, R&B, and classic beach tunes. From oyster shucking to cooking contests, you can be a spectator or join in the fun! Our volunteers are who make this festival a true success. We depend on their dedication and support, and appreciate the time & energy they pour into our community. Discover the tastes of our local cuisine. Food truck vendors and local restaurants will be set up and rea...
Downtown Waynesville Named #2 Best Main Street in America by USA Today Readers. Rich Culture, History, and Community are what make Waynesville, NC special for visitors and locals alike. Explore the latest updates, helpful resources, and lifestyle blogs! Waynesville Named #2 Best Main Street in America by USA Today Readers WAYNESVILLE, NC — Waynesville’s charm, character, and community spirit have earned national recognition, as the town’s historic downtown district has been voted #2 Best Main Street in America in the prestigious USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards . This national honor places Waynesville among the most beloved downtowns in the country, celebrating its vibrant blend of locally owned shops , renowned restaurants , thriving arts scene , and breathtaking mountain backdrop in Two Days of Mountain Culture, Craft, Food, and Live Music – With Exciting New Experiences for...
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.
