Kitty Hawk Kites is proud to announce the 2026 Hang Gliding Spectacular! Join professional hang gliders, fans, and families for this Outer Banks tradition. This event is the longest-running hang gliding competition in the world! The Hang Gliding Spectacular is the longest-running hang gliding competition in the world! We are excited to celebrate the 54th consecutive year of this event and have many fun activities planned! The Hang Gliding Spectacular and Air Games is FREE TO THE PUBLIC FOR VIEWING with fun activities all day long. If you have any questions about the Hang Gliding Spectacular and Air Games, contact the Hang Gliding School at (252)441.2426. Please submit all videos for the Film Festival to hangglide@kittyhawk.com. *Schedule subject to change. All events are weather dependent 8:00 AM Check-in and set up @ Cotton Gin (Registration highly encouraged online)
The Got to Be NC Festival is a rain or shine event at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds in Raleigh, celebrating North Carolina agriculture with a craft beer garden, a craft cocktail garden, an antique farm equipment display and the Carolina Pig Jig benefiting children's charities. Independent concession and commercial vendors register for indoor or outdoor space through the state agriculture department, while the members only Got to Be NC Pavilion inside the Agri Supply Exposition Center is reserved for active program members. The most recent edition ran May 15 through 17 with vendor registration deadlines in late February and March.
2026 NC Potato Festival located in downtown Elizabeth City! Friday - 5 pm to 11 pm • Saturday - 10 am to 11 pm • Sunday - 10 am to 6 pm The North Carolina Potato Festival is a fun-filled, family festival that celebrates one of Northeast North Carolina's largest crops, the Potato. The festival is FREE to the public of all ages. a street fair with a variety of vendors and delicious food, live music on the main stage, a cornhole tournament, an auto and bike show, a Jeep invasion, free french fries (while they last) ,
Celebrate creativity at the Saluda Arts Festival with a day of fine art, live music, local artisans, and family-friendly fun in the heart of historic Saluda. Browse handcrafted works, enjoy performances throughout the day, and explore interactive children’s activities. Stroll charming Main Street, discover unique shops and restaurants, and experience one of Western North Carolina’s favorite annual arts festivals. Additional parking is available at the East Main Street municipal lot, Saluda Elementary School, and other legal parking areas. Please do not block private streets, lots, or driveways. Leashed pets are welcome, but for their comfort and safety, we recommend leaving them at home. Thanks to the generosity of the Saluda Community Fund of the Polk County Community Foundation Underwriters: Looking Glass Realty (Official sponsor of golf carts) & Allen Tate/Beverly Hanks Realty (Off...
Celebrate the Cheerwine Festival in Salisbury, NC - Rain or Shine! We're celebrating, rain or shine! Come out to the Cheerwine Festival and enjoy a Uniquely Southern favorite. Join us for amazing food, lively entertainment, and all the Cheerwine you can drink! From wood and metal sculptures to honey and soap, we have the best local artisans, crafters and Cheerwine merchandise. Enjoy the "Carolina Brand Originals" sampling area brought to you by Food Lion, plus many food trucks and stalls with many Cheerwine-inspired items. Enjoy two beer gardens, on Main Street and next to Bell Tower Green, featuring classic flavors, local favorites, and even Cheerwine specials. Must be aged 21+ with ID. Free fun zone for families including rock climbing, games and activities aplenty!
Art in the Park sets up along Park Avenue in downtown Blowing Rock, North Carolina, for six juried shows in 2026, running from May 16 through October 3, each open 10 am to 4 pm rain or shine. Started in 1962, the show features jury selected fine art and handcrafts, with a free Concert in the Park held the Sunday after each date and a free shuttle from Shoppes on the Parkway.
Artsplosure - The Raleigh Arts Festival Will return to Downtown Raleigh 5/16 & 5/17, 2026! Sponsored by the Carlyle Adams Foundation, Medlin-Davis Cleaners, RGA Investments, Stacy Morgan Designs, Pendergrass Law Firm, Air Makers and Drucker & Falk Sara Segerlin, Director, Gregg Museum of Art and Design, NC State University Sponsored by the Julia and Frank Daniels Jr. Endowment Fund Of The Triangle Community Foundation 12:45 - 1:30 PM 12th Night & As You Like It Monologue 1:45 - 2:15 PM Midsummer Night’s Dream & As You Like It Monologue
Nestled in the heart of the Yadkin Valley, the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival is a casual outdoor celebration of local flavor and community spirit. Held in the charming small town of Elkin, NC, this lively event features over 15 local wineries , each offering tastings of their unique, award-winning wines. Guests can sip and stroll through a relaxed, scenic setting filled with delicious food trucks, local craft vendors, and live music throughout the day. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out with friends, the festival offers a perfect blend of great wine, great food, and small-town hospitality, surrounded by the beauty of North Carolina’s wine country. Central to the festival's essence is the exceptional selection of wines from the Yadkin Valley's renowned wineries and vineyards. Local vitners proudly showcase their award-winning reds, whites, rosés, and speci...
🌸 Welcome to the Hickory Boutiques & Bloom Southern Market!
🌸The ultimate girls’ day out is coming to the Hickory Convention Center!
Grab your besties, moms, grandmas and everyone in between and spend the weekend shopping and making unforgettable memories at Hickory Convention Center.
May 22nd & 23rd, 2027!
✨ What to Expect:
🛍️ 150+ Indoor Vendors
💎 Permanent Jewelry
🧢 Trucker Hat Bars
💐 Flower Bar & Build-Your-Own Bouquet📸 Beautiful Photo Moments
🎶 Fun Shopping Atmosphere, Live Music &so much more to come!
🎁 The first 150 ladies through the doors each day will receive a FREE Boutiques & Bloom tote bag!
📅 May 22nd & 23rd, 2027
🕙 Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🕙 Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍Hickory Convention Center
🎟️ $10 Admission - Good for BOTH days!
🅿️ FREE Parking
Gather your girlfriends, shop local, discover unique boutiques and handmade treasures, enjoy interactive experiences, and make it a weekend to remember. We can’t wait to BLOOM with you in Hickory, NC!
The beloved White Squirrel Weekend returns to downtown Brevard for three days of live music, local flavor, craft beverages, family fun, and plenty of white squirrel spirit. Now in its 22nd year, White Squirrel Weekend brings together a stellar live music lineup, food vendors, local craft breweries, downtown businesses, and more than 80 craft and retail vendors for one of Brevard’s favorite community celebrations. The event is free and open to the public. “White Squirrel Weekend is more than just another festival,” said J. Nicole Bentley, Heart of Brevard Executive Director and event organizer. “It is a celebration of Brevard’s unique charm, community spirit, and vibrant arts and music scene, all in honor of the town’s beloved mascot, the white squirrel.” Enjoy three days of live music in the heart of downtown Brevard. Explore more than 80 vendors featuring handcrafted goods, jewelry,...
The beloved White Squirrel Weekend returns to downtown Brevard for three days of live music, local flavor, craft beverages, family fun, and plenty of white squirrel spirit. Now in its 22nd year, White Squirrel Weekend brings together a stellar live music lineup, food vendors, local craft breweries, downtown businesses, and more than 80 craft and retail vendors for one of Brevard’s favorite community celebrations. The event is free and open to the public. “White Squirrel Weekend is more than just another festival,” said J. Nicole Bentley, Heart of Brevard Executive Director and event organizer. “It is a celebration of Brevard’s unique charm, community spirit, and vibrant arts and music scene, all in honor of the town’s beloved mascot, the white squirrel.” Enjoy three days of live music in the heart of downtown Brevard. Explore more than 80 vendors featuring handcrafted goods, jewelry,...
Banner Elk’s popular Art on the Greene series continues in 2026 with shows four weekends of the summer. The shows fill the area in front of the Historic Banner Elk School with fine art from local and regional artists representing a variety of media, such as ceramics, glass, metal, wood, watercolor, acrylics and oil. Over 60 juried artists display their work at each event. “Every show has a little different mix of artists, so there’s always a variety,” says Banner Elk Tourism Director Nancy Owen. “And artists are chosen by a jury of their peers. All work has to be a certain quality and it has to be handmade. We look for really high-quality art.” The artwork is complemented by the beautiful setting located right in the middle of downtown Banner Elk where you can also visit restaurants and retail shops. “It’s a nice amenity for the Town of Banner Elk on these four summer weekends” Owen s...
This wonderful video edit of our Soundside Summer Market, on August 12, was provided by our friends at Ignite Live . Give them a visit! We’re honored to contribute to an already thriving food, farm, and vendor market scene that exists here on our wonderful Outer Banks. Find us at the all-world event site, The Soundside Event Site , located on the sparkling sound waters of Nags Head, North Carolina. Building on the momentum created by our predecessors: The Dowdy Park Market , The First Flight Market , The Secotan Market , and many more, our Soundside Market provides another amazing opportunity for our talented local artisans, creators and makers to get in front of their clientele to share their wares, their stories, and their spirit with Outer Banks visitors and locals alike. Get some sun, some shine, and some shopping done with us in 2026! Check out our newest vendor inspired venture,...
Rewind to the greatest decade with 80s Rewind — a market inspired by the teen movie magic that defined a generation!
Explore dozens of small shops full of nostalgic finds: handmade art, retro apparel, accessories, jewelry, sweet treats, and one-of-a-kind goods worth ditching school for.
Life moves pretty fast — don't miss it! Tease your hair, grab your crew, and join us for a day of shopping, nostalgia, and pure 80s magic.
Books Breath is about the voice that flows out of every book — the wisdom, the stories, the tiny words that wriggle from the author's mind and lodge themselves in the crevices of the reader's heart.This one-day event brings that feeling into one room: authors, booksellers, bookish crafters, stationery, and everything cozy. Sip tea, grab a coffee, and enjoy a pastry to keep you fueled while you shop. Meet local authors, find a hand-bound journal, discover your next favorite read, or just spend the day surrounded by people who understand the pull of a good story.
Click on the following links for more information. General Information While the full 2026 roster has not yet been released . . . here is a preview! Ocrafolk Festival features musicians, storytellers, artisans, and characters of Ocracoke Island and beyond who come together for one incredible weekend of performances and fun! Ocrafolk Festival is recognized throughout our region as an extraordinary event in a one-of-a kind setting. Our fans and audiences have been an integral part of our story, along with countless volunteers, performers, and supporters that we call family. Ocrafolk isn’t produced by an incorporated town or large corporation. This event is grassroots and happens only if everyone lends a hand. Your Ocrafolk Festival admission ticket doesn’t just assist Ocracoke Alive in creating a weekend packed with incredible performances. It also supports hundreds of hours of studen...
You've been summoned! Join us for a royal day of shopping fit for an emperor — local makers, handcrafted goods, and finds so good they'll throw off your groove (in the best way).Browse the stalls, treat yourself like royalty, and discover everything from candles to one-of-a-kind treasures.
Must be 21+ with Valid ID to purchase and consume alcohol - Please Drink Responsibly - Don't Drink and Drive Battle Bros LLC, the Asheville Pickle Fest, and our Non-Profit Partner is NOT responsible for third party ticket sales Your attendance is an agreement that any event photography / videography can be used for marketing purposes Interested in Joining the Event? Email us at: Interested in Joining the Event? Email us at: Joey & Pamela Carter DBA Mr. & Mrs. Green Thumb
Taste of Charlotte is a three-day food festival held in Uptown Charlotte on Tryon Street, featuring samples from area restaurants, beverages, and various performances and activities. Admission is free, with festival coins purchased to enjoy food, drinks, and kids' activities. The event includes 3 stages of entertainment and is open to all ages.
The 68th Annual Big Rock Tournament, presented by Jarrett Bay Boatworks, featured a fleet of 278 boats competing for a staggering total purse of over $9 MILLION. More than 330 billfish were released during the week, 127 of which were blue marlin. MARLIN FEVER was crowned the winner of the Big Rock Tournament with their RECORD 919.9 lb blue marlin. Read full recap here . Morehead City, NC (July 16, 2026) – The second season of the Big Rock Triple Crown (BRTC) presented by Bailey’s Fine Jewelry featured 64 boats THE 2026 BIG ROCK RECAP: SIX DAYS. EIGHT BLUES WEIGHED. $9 MILLION PAID. Morehead City, NC (June 18, 2026) — The 68th Annual Big Rock Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament Honored as Marlin Magazine’s 2025 Tournament of the Year Recognized for giving back, fierce competition, and electric dockside energy, Big Relive the highlights of 2026! Watch our exclusive recap videos capturing th...
Vintage Market Days of Charlotte is a juried indoor and outdoor market at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord, with vendors selling original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, and home decor. The next edition runs June 12 to 14, 2026, with a Friday early buying event from 10 am to 4 pm followed by general admission Saturday 10 am to 4 pm and Sunday 10 am to 3 pm. The Charlotte edition is run locally by Lara, one of more than 60 Vintage Market Days franchise locations nationwide, and vendors are chosen for variety, originality, and quality of goods.
Kitty Hawk Kites invites you to join us and fly a kite at the 44th Annual Rogallo Kite Festival to celebrate Francis Rogallo and his many accomplishments. Enjoy the sights of 30-100 foot kites as they fly over Jockey's Ridge State Park while learning to fly a kite! We invite you to join us and fly a kite at the 44th Annual Rogallo Kite Festival to celebrate Francis Rogallo and his many accomplishment Francis Rogallo was a NASA scientist and inventor of the flexible wing. His inventions started the sport of hang gliding and his designs have carried over into the development of stunt kites, power kites, and hang gliders that are flown today. For more information on the Rogallo Kite Festival, please contact events@kittyhawk.com 3933 S Croatan Hwy., Nags Head, NC (US 158 MP 12.5) Yes! We encourage all furry friends to come; we just ask that animals be leashed. Per Jockey’s Ridge State Par...
Boonerang is a free music and arts festival in downtown Boone, North Carolina. The festival includes multiple concert stages, primarily made up of artists with Boone connections. Other festival highlights include local food and beer, a vendor market, a dance stage, an international fest, a kids zone, silent discos, and afterparties.
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.
