North Carolina Events and Festivals
2006 upcoming North Carolina Festivals
08-01, Manteo, North Carolina, Natural Language by Artist Steve Lau, Art show featuring natural environment of the Outer banks, 252-475-1500
08-05, Jefferson, North Carolina, Jeffersons Rotary Fiddler's Con., 38th annual fund raising event Jefferson's Rotary Club Olde time and Blaugrass, Cash prizes, 336-846-0790
08-05, Cary, North Carolina, Festival Ritmo Latino, Latin Music and Dance Festival, with Latin American & Caribbean food, art and exhibitors., 919-852-0075
08-06, Manteo, North Carolina, Lost Colony Annual Choir Recital, Incredible talents of The Lost Colony Choir. Free performances at 2 and 8p.m, 252-475-1500
08-10, Winston Salem, North Carolina, Concert Band & Family Evening, Great Family Event with hay wagon rides, ice cream, hot dogs, and music, 336-924-8191
08-11, Hickory, North Carolina, Hickorys Heritage Furniture Festival, Furnishings and Family Fun to honor Hickory's Home Furnishings Heritage, 828-324-9701
08-12, Scotland Neck, North Carolina, 18th Annual Crepe Myrtle Festival, Live entertainment, food vendors, crafts, and much more., 252-826-3152
08-12, downtown Mebane, North Carolina, Sunfest--A Hometown Family Fun Day, Sunfest--a one day festival of old fashioned games & activities for the entire family in downtown Mebane., 919-304-6019
08-12, Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, Sneads Ferry Shrimp Festival, Fireworks,Live entertainment, Beer garden,Shrimperoo,120 Food & Craft vendors, Fun Rides,cooking contest, 910-327-3335
08-12, Sylva, North Carolina, Balsam Mtn Summer Jamboree, Over 12 groups. Bluegrass, clogging, gospel music. Hog calling-rooster crowing championships. 10am-11pm., 828-586-6792
08-17, Cherokee, North Carolina, Cherokee Bluegrass Festival, 3 day event featuring Rhonda Vincent, Del McCoury, Doyle Lawson and many more., 706-864-7203
08-18, Salisbury, North Carolina, Lord Salisbury ... Summer Fun, Outdoor festival, live entertainment, Kids' Zone, Movies in the Barn, classic Thunderbird cars, 704-637-7814
08-18, Lansing, North Carolina, Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival, Event to honor the life and work of Old Time music legend, Ola Belle Reed, in the town where she was born, 336-384-5716
08-19, Raleigh, North Carolina, Body Mind Spirit Expo Raleigh, Expand your knowledge of natural and holistic health, personal growth and metaphysics: Be the Change!, 541-482-3722
08-19, Manteo, North Carolina, Carolista Music Festival, The festival will feature area performers and celebrate the achievements of women, 252-475-1500
08-25, Winterville, North Carolina, Winterville Watermelon Festival, 3 day event with local,regional and national acts - arts/crafts/food/rides/commercial vendors, 252-756-1068
08-26, Statesville, North Carolina, 7th Annual Art On The Green, juried outdoor art show for north carolina artists and fine crafters , 704-873-4734
08-26, Love Valley, North Carolina, Old Time & Bluegrass Fiddlers' Conv., Registration starts at 2:30 and competition starts at 5:00, 336-764-2220
08-26, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, Downtown Block Party, End of summer bash with live music, great food and tons children's activities!, 919-552-0848
08-26, Cary, North Carolina, 30th Annual Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts, A 30th Annual Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts, 919-469-4061
08-26, Huntersville, North Carolina, Amazing Maize Maze, Corn Maze at Historic Rural Hill Farm, Huntersville, North Carolina, 704-875-3113
09-01, Hendersonville, North Carolina, 44th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair, juried crafters, craft demonstrations, bake sale, raffle drawing, food concessions, unique crafts!, 828-692-0575
09-02, Beech Mountain, North Carolina, Mile High Kite Festival, Third Annual Kiting Festival Will Allow Kite Flyers of All Ages to Come Together at Beech Mountain, North Carolina, 865-637-0251
09-02, Charlotte, North Carolina, Charlotte Shout, Charlotte Shout is a month-long celebration of art, culture, and community,., 704-332-2227
09-04, Manteo, North Carolina, Art Show - Ruff and Colson, These two artists will feature oil and acrylic painting. free and open to the public., 252-475-1500
09-04, Ayden, North Carolina, Ayden Collard Festival, The 32nd Annual Collard Festival will feature rides, collard eating contests, and parade., 252-746-7080
09-06, Charlotte, North Carolina, Charlotte Shout, Charlotte Shout is a month-long celebration of art, culture, and community., 704-332-2227
09-07, Wagram, North Carolina, Wagram's Annual Pig Pickin' Festival, Annual Pig Pickin' features crafts, funnel cakes, ice cream, kids play areas, and of course-Pig Pickin', 910-369-0237
09-08, La Grange, North Carolina, Garden Spot Festival, Family oriented event, that has been enjoyed by many over 25 years., 252-566-9691
09-09, Leland, North Carolina, Town of Leland Founders' Day, Founders' Day is a celebration for the whole family to enjoy and see why Leland is a great place to live , 910-371-0148
09-09, Greenville, North Carolina, Greenville RiverRock Music Festival, 10 hours, 8 bands, 0 dollars. Support Local Music at the Greenville RiverRock Fest , 252-721-3329
09-09, Scotland Neck, North Carolina, Classic Car Show & Competition, Trophies/Plaques to be awarded. Friendly contests. $20 registration fee. , 252-826-3152
09-09, Asheville, North Carolina, Organicfest, Organicfest 2006 - celebrating everything organic! Live entertainment, organic food and organic fun!, 828-253-2267
09-09, Archdale, North Carolina, Bush Hill Heritage Festival, Arts & crafts festival with antiques, entertainment, kid\'s area, food, Quaker heritage displays, 336-434-2073
09-13, Clayton, North Carolina, Clayton Harvest Festival, Rides & amusements all week with Saturday arts/crafts vendors, antique car show, auction, music and more., 919-553-6352
09-14, Winston Salem, North Carolina, Concert Band & Family Evening, Great Family Event with hay wagon rides, ice cream, hot dogs, and music, 336-924-8191
09-14, Winston Salem, North Carolina, Concert Band & Family Evening, Great Family Event with hay wagon rides, ice cream, hot dogs, and music, 336-924-8191
09-15, Badin, North Carolina, Best of Badin Festival, Great music, good food, variety of vendors, childrens games, pageant and parade. Lots of fun!, 980-521-1576
09-15, Charlotte, North Carolina, Carolina Ribfest, Life entertainment, world class rib vendors, arts & crafts show, food and fun for the whole family, 803-328-2041
09-16, Jamestown, North Carolina, Day in the Park Festival, 36th Festival features The Original Tams at 4pm plus Artists, Crafters, Kids Activities, Living History, 336-889-2787
09-16, New Bern, North Carolina, DUFFEST 2006, Community festival to promote pride and unity within the Greater Duffyfield community., 252-639-7586
09-16, Burlington, North Carolina, Burlington Carousel Festival, The Burlington Carousel Festival becomes a special weekend in the hearts of many throughout the Southeast, 336-222-5030
09-16, Statesville, North Carolina, Living History & Reenactment, Meet Robet E. Lee & Stonewall Jackson! See civil war cannon ordered by Stonewall. Music. Food & Battles!, 704-873-5976
09-23, Clemmons, North Carolina, North Carolina Chili Championship & Rubber Duck, CASI sanctioned cook off, Live Country Bands, FREE kids area 11Am-6 PM, 336-972-5656
09-23, Winston Salem, North Carolina, Apple Fest, A celebration of the Harvest -- orchards, crafts, exhibits, music, food, and fun, 336-924-8191
09-23, Gold Hill, North Carolina, Gold Hill Founder's Day Celebration, Celebrating the cultural heritage of the once famous gold mining boom town. Arts/Crafts, Entertainment, 704-267-9439
09-23, Ramseur, North Carolina, Millstone Creek Apple Festival, Bluegrass Music, Magic Shows, Hayrides, Great Food and Much More, 727-943-8323
09-23, Charlotte, North Carolina, Blues, Brews & BBQ, A Memphis Barbecue Association sanctioned competition and festival with music and beer!, 704-332-2227
09-24, Carrboro, North Carolina, Carrboro Music Festival, Musical entertainment at 20 venues throughout town, throughout the day, 919-918-7307
09-24, Fayetteville, North Carolina, International Folk Festival, Approximately 30 countries gather for a festival celebrating the cultural diversity of Fayetteville. , 800-255-8217
09-24, Saluda, North Carolina, A Sign of the Times, A world acclaimed 18-piece band will astound listeners with classical rhythm and blues, and jazz, 828-817-2876
09-28, Hampstead, North Carolina, Hampstead Fall Festival, Hampstead United Methodist Church Fall Festival- BBQ pork, Ham biscuits, Baked Goods, Hay Ride, Crafters, 910-270-4951
09-29, Aberdeen, North Carolina, Blue Farm Craft & Farmskill Festival, Artisans, Grist Mill, Steam Engine, Collie Demos, Farm Animals, Blue Grass on 1825 Farmstead., 910-944-7558
09-29, Shelby, North Carolina, 2nd An.Cleveland Mall Craft Show, Held indoors at Cleveland mall this event attracts quality art & craft vendors from all over the south., 828-437-5002
09-29, Kenansville, North Carolina, North Carolina Muscadine Harvest Festival, Join us in celebrating the heritage of the Muscadine Grape! , 910-296-2181
09-29, Maggie Valley, North Carolina, Oktoberfest 2006, Authentic Oktoberfest, with German music, food, games; Karaoke, arts & crafts, kids contests/games, 828-627-1461
09-29, Denver, North Carolina, Denver Days, Crafts,Rides,Boat & Car Shop,Food, Entertainment Marshall Tucker Band and Band of Oz, 704-622-9901
09-29, Salisbury, North Carolina, Lord Salisbury ... U.K. Days, Live entertainment, Kids' Zone, Movies in the Barn, loft & art tour, Sister City Salisbury, UK visits, 704-637-7814
09-29, Charlotte, North Carolina, Culinary Arts Experience, It\'s the best in food, wine, beer and fun with national celebrity chefs and local restaurants, 704-332-2227
09-30, Cherryville, North Carolina, Old Trucks and Art in the Park, Outdoor event featuring talents of area artist/crafters. Juried art show with cash prizes., 704-435-3072
09-30, Gibson, North Carolina, Gibson Fall Festival, Fun and Entertainment for the entire family, Antique car show-horse rides, booths, gospel singing, 910-268-4742
09-30, Catawba, North Carolina, Murrays Mill Harvest Folk Festival, Harvest Folk Festival, Freshly Corn Mill, Arts, Crafts, Wood Carving, Civil War Reenactment, Music & More, 828-217-1103
09-30, Pope AFB, North Carolina, Fall Bazaar, New item, craft and food vendors., 910-717-5610
10-01, Fayetteville, North Carolina, Heritage Festival, A fun and educational look at farm lifestyles around the turn of the 20th century. , 800-255-8217
10-06, Connelly Springs, North Carolina, 3rd Annual Fall Friends Fest, 2 day outdoor music fest, vendors, exhibitions, free camping with $25 gate ticket, 828-430-7347
10-06, Halifax, North Carolina, Halifax County Harvest Days, Join us for food, crafts, music, rodeo, reenactors, exhibits & much more!, 252-583-5161
10-06, Eldorado, North Carolina, Uwharrie Mountain Festival, Celebrating the Uwharries: outdoor sports events & heritage arts of the oldest mountains in N. America, 336-880-2123
10-07, Granite Quarry, North Carolina, Granite Quarry Fiddlers Convention, 40th Annual Event- East Rowan High School - 2 miles south of Granite Quarry US Hwy 52,, 704-267-9439
10-07, Enfield, North Carolina, Enfield Peanut Festival, The Craig Woolard Band, The Legends, The Mills Family, gospel singing, foods, arts & craft vendors , 252-445-3146
10-07, Madison, North Carolina, Madison Heritage Festival, In Downtown Historic Madison, car show, food court, crafters, entertainment, kids area & more!, 336-548-2305
10-07, Manteo, North Carolina, Elizabethan Tymes: A Country faire, A 16th Century Faire- Many activities and learning oportunities for children., 252-475-1500
10-07, Salemburg, North Carolina, Arts & Entertainment Festival, Arts & Crafts Exhibitors, Bluegrass Band Competition, Antiques \'N Classics Auto Show, Cloggers, Seafood.., 919-562-9932
10-07, Sylva, North Carolina, Balsam Mtn. Bluegrass Fall Jamboree, Over 12 groups. Bluegrass, clogging, gospel. Food, raffles, prizes. 10am-11pm., 828-586-6792
10-07, Concord, North Carolina, Afton Village Art Festival, A two day festival for artists to showcase and sell their work., 704-795-3050
10-07, Manteo, North Carolina, Elizabethan Tymes: A Country Faire, A celebration of Elizabethan life of the sixteenth century., 252-475-1500
10-08, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Festifall, Street fair with arts and crafts, music, food and kids area ., 919-968-2784
10-08, Manteo, North Carolina, Carolista Music Festival, Local and national women performers. A benefit for the non-profit- Outer Banks Hotline., 252-475-1500
10-09, Manteo, North Carolina, Dickens & Hill Art Show, The artists are mother and daughter with mixed media works. Free and open to public., 252-475-1500
10-12, Winston Salem, North Carolina, Concert Band & Family Evening, Great Halloween Family Event with hay wagon rides, ice cream, hot dogs, and music -- wear costumes!, 336-924-8191
10-12, Charlotte, North Carolina, WomenConnect! Charlotte’s Premier Ev, National Business Women's Week Alliance luncheon conference, interactive panel discussion, vendor fair , 704-442-9199
10-13, Love Valley, North Carolina, 11th Annual Festival & Chili Cook-Of, CASI Chili Cookers open to anyone. Foods, crafts, t-shirts, games, yard sale,etc. Set-up or come buy. , 336-764-2220
10-14, Reidsville, North Carolina, Downtown & Antique Alley Street Fest, Arts/Crafts, Quality Antiques & more, Antique Engine Show. Classic/ Antique Car Show. Music, Foods & Fun!, 336-349-1045
10-14, New Bern, North Carolina, MUMfest 2006, 26th year, MUMfest 2006 is a combination of fantasy, fun, education and entertainment. , 252-638-5781
10-14, Granite Falls, North Carolina, 24th Annual Molasses Festival, Molasses Making, Crafts, Wagon Rides, Bluegrass Music, Games , the Sims Country Cloggers, Highland Games, 828-396-2052
10-14, Cary, North Carolina, Latino Diamante Awards, Honoring North Carolina's Hispanic community achievement., 919-852-0075
10-14, Salisbury, North Carolina, 8th Annual Blues and Jazz Festival, Live Blues and Jazz music , variety of vendors, bring your comfortable own chairs. 2 - 11PM, 704-636-2811
10-14, Swansboro, North Carolina, 52nd Swansboro Mullet Festival, Historic Downtown Swansboro---Mullet Fry, Bands all day/evenng, vendors,, 252-354-9500
10-14, Wake Forest, North Carolina, Autumn Arts Festival, An arts festival offering quality works of art, entertainment, and children's activities., 919-554-3911
10-14, Gibsonville, North Carolina, Gibsonville Fall Festival, Family Fun Festival in Historic Downtown Gibsonville with free admission. , 336-449-7488
10-18, Durham, North Carolina, Troika Music Festival, A durham, nc based rock and roll music festival..., 919-260-8813
10-20, Oakboro, North Carolina, Big Lick Antique Festival, Outdoor Show with 200+ Dealers with Antiques & Collectibles plus a Gun & Knife Show, great food, 704-485-4906
10-21, Topsail Beach, North Carolina, Autumn With Topsail, Annual Festival has been providing great entertainment, excellent local crafts & fine food for 18 years, 910-620-3388
10-21, Wilmington, North Carolina, Cape Fear Arts & Crafts Festival, Annual downtown festival on Water and Market Streets facing Cape Fear River, 610-896-9839
10-21, Lexington, North Carolina, The Barbecue Festival, One of the largest one-day festivals in North Carolina., 336-956-1880
10-21, Fairmont, North Carolina, Fairmont Farmers Festival, The 20th annual Fairmont Farmers Festival honors area farmers with a parade, food, crafts & entertainment, 910-628-9766
10-27, Tabor City, North Carolina, North Carolina Yam Festival, The North Carolina Yam Festival is held annually the 4th weekend of October to celebrate the sweet potato crop. , 910-653-2031
10-27, statesville, North Carolina, 6th Fall Craft Show at Signal Hill, Held indoors signal HIll Mall attracts venors and shoppers from all over the south and region., 828-437-5002
10-28, Pilot Mountain, North Carolina, Pilot Fest, A festival featuring, Crafts, Music and food, downton streets of Pilot Mountain, free addmission., 336-368-2896
10-28, Dunn, North Carolina, Living History & Ghostwalk Tour, Living History of Days Gone By and Ghostwalk Tour of Averasboro Civil War Battlefield, 910-483-0768
10-28, Manteo,, North Carolina, Ghost Storytelling Festival, Srorytelling for all ages beginning at 4;30 p.m., 252-475-1500
10-28, Statesville, North Carolina, Carolina BalloonFest, 50 Hot Air Balloons, Wine Festival, Aviation Displays, Kid's Fun Zone, Main Stage Entertainment, 704-873-2892
10-28, Wilkesboro, North Carolina, Hog Wild 2006, A motorcycle event (speed the Light run)BBQ lunch and chili supper, 336-667-8777
10-28, Granite Falls, North Carolina, Second Annual Holiday Shopping Fair, Holiday Shopping Fair, North Carolina Artists & Crafts folk, Wonderful Food, Continous Entertainment, 828-396-5743
11-02, Fayetteville, North Carolina, Holly Day Fair, The largest gifts and crafts show in Eastern North Carolina!, 800-255-8217
11-03, Greensboro, North Carolina, 17th Annual Holiday Market, The complete Holiday experience with items from over 350 speciality vendors with food, gifts, decorations, 336-282-5550
11-03, Huntersville, North Carolina, 12th Rural Hill Sheep Dog Trials, 75-100 Border Collies compete, animal exhibits, arts and crafts, 704-875-3113
11-04, Raleigh, North Carolina, International Festival of Raleigh, Festival promoting awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures in Raleigh/Durham North Carolina area., 919-890-3610
11-04, Hendersonville, North Carolina, Foothills Highland Games, Scottish Highland Games, at new venue, Jackson Park, Hendersonville, North Carolina, 828-693-8526
11-04, Hickory, North Carolina, 6th Christmas in the Catawba Valley, Held at CVCC college this event is a Holiday tradition.We sell out months in advance .Limited to 80 vendo, 828-437-5002
11-05, Richlands, North Carolina, Museum Fest: 30th Annual Art & Craft, Celebrating Onslow County\'s Heritage, Talent & Tradition - handcrafted pottery, textiles and woodworking, 910-324-5008
11-07, Outer Banks, North Carolina, Wings Over Water, A birding and nature festival that explores the natural world thru birding, paddling, and natural history, 252-987-1118
11-11, Princeton, North Carolina, Princeton Veterans Day Celebration, Chili Cookoff, Entertainment, Vendors, Parade, Speaker, Memorabilia, 919-936-3042
11-12, Raeford, North Carolina, Winter Holiday Festival, 1st Annual Arts/Crafts Holiday Festival, 910-904-1191
11-12, Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, OBX Marathon, OBX Marathon Run , 252-475-1500
11-18, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Festival of Trees, Brenner Children’s Hospital Festival of Trees, 336-716-7985
11-24, Raleigh, North Carolina, Christmas Carousel Holiday Festival, The Triangle's Holiday Gift Show, 336-855-0208
11-24, Greensboro, North Carolina, Craftsmen's Christmas Classic, Handmade fine arts & crafts by over 500 juried exhibitors for every style, taste & budget -Thanksgiving, 336-282-5550
11-24, Fayetteville, North Carolina, Eastern Carolina Craftsmen's Christm, this is our 30th year. A true Arts & Craft show., 910-483-2040
11-24, Fayetteville, North Carolina, A Dickens Holiday, Downtown is transformed to Victorian Christmas times. , 800-255-8217
11-24, Fayetteville, North Carolina, Eastern Carolina Christmas Festival, a true arts and crafts show, 910-483-2040
11-24, Salisbury, North Carolina, Lord Salisbury .. Holiday Homecoming, Santa & Grinch arrival, Victorian carolers, Festival of Trees, Celebration of Angels, 704-637-7814
12-02, Charlotte, North Carolina, Mallard Creek Holiday Craft Show, Indoor craft show with 50 vendors, bake sale, santa, and more, 704-548-8234
12-02, Wake Forest, North Carolina, Christmas Historic Home Tour, A self-guided tour of the interior of several historic homes decorated for the holidays. , 919-554-3911
12-02, Wilmington, North Carolina, Old Wilmington by Candlelight Tour, 33rd Annual Historic Home, Site and Church tour, Holiday entertainment, Fruit Cake Contest and More!, 910-762-0492
12-03, Hillsborough, North Carolina, Hillsborough Candlelight Tour, Homes decorated for the holidays, carriage rides, entertainment., 919-732-8156
12-08, High Point, North Carolina, Piedmont New Car Festival, Piedmont New Car Festival - 2007 Car, Trucks, Motorcycles debuts. NASCAR, live music, food, fun., 336-886-4700
12-09, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Chapel Hill Holiday House Tour, Tour seven historic homes decorated for the holidays., 919-942-7818
12-09, Roanoke Island, North Carolina, Oakwood Waits Holiday Concert, A selection of Christmas music will be offered., 252-475-1500
2007-03-10, Fayetteville, North Carolina, Eastern Carolina Craftsmen's Spring, this will be the beginning of 31 years, a true arts and craft show, 910-483-2040
2007-03-23, Mint Hill, North Carolina, Mint Hill Highland Games, A celebration of Highland Heritage including athletics, music, dancing, food & Border Collies!, 704-574-9406
2007-03-31, Fayetteville, North Carolina, Fayetteville North Carolina Doll Show & Sale, Antique to Modern Dolls of all types, furniture & accessories at Holiday Inn I-95 South, 803-783-8049
2007-04-06, Newport, North Carolina, Newport Pig Cookin', BBQ, entertainment, rides and crafts for everyone. , 252-223-5820
2007-04-20, Huntersville, North Carolina, 14th Loch Norman Highland Games, Scottish Heritage and Culture at its Best with Athletic and Music Competitions, 704-875-3113
2007-04-28, Belville, North Carolina, SpringFest, 2nd Annual: Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, Food, Exhibitors, 2 stages, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., no admission charge, 910-383-2235
2007-05-05, Morehead City, North Carolina, Morehead City Arts & Crafts Festival, Annual event in beautiful downtown City Park and Gazebo on Arendell Street, 610-896-9839
2007-06-14, Cherokee, North Carolina, North Carolina State Bluegrass Fest, Featuring many top name bluegrass entertainers. , 706-864-7203
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