North Carolina Festivals and Events

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Apr 18 to Apr 18, 2020     RockyFest

Hiddenite, NC - 3451 Rocky Face Church Road

This family-friendly festival features live old-time music, free rock climbing lessons, food, arts and crafts vendors, children’s activities, trail races, and more! 10am - 4pm - Festival is 8 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 8, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 50, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-2000, 828-632-1308, See website

Apr 25 to Apr 25, 2020     Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Cary, NC - 801 High House Rd

Join us in the shady canopy of Bond Park, Cary's 310-acre urban park, featuring 150 NC exhibitors, local food vendors, entertainment, kid's area and an Earth Day celebration. - Festival is 27 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 15, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 170, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-15,000, 9194623864, See website

May 2 to May 2, 2020     Xscape Fest

Winston-Salem, NC - 1184 Tower St.

Entertainment, Vendors, Food Trucks, Craft Artists, Arts & Cultural - Festival is years old.
Est # of food vendors- 40, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 60, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-1000+, 336-705-6322, See website

May 8 to May 8, 2020     BeachFest Matthews

Matthews, NC - 120 South Trade Street

Carolina Beach Music--5 bands, carnival, kids inflatables, commerical exhibits, street food, arts & crafts. Food vendors selected and invited individually by staff. Fun for all ages!
- Festival is 12 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 12, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 35, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-15000, 704-708-1261, See website

May 9 to May 9, 2020     Selma Saturdays Arts and Crafts Market

Selma, NC - 112 E. Anderson Street

Gather with friends, enjoy Live Local Entertainment and Browse Local Artists 9am - 1pm - Festival is 4 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 10, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-100, 919-975-1411, See website

May 17 to May 17, 2020     JoCo Latino Festival

Selma, NC - 117 Meghan Cir

Celebrating the Latino culture with music, dance, vendors, inflatables and of course, food - Festival is 3 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 3, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 25, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-300, 919-975-1411, See website

May 30 to May 30, 2020     Hubb's Beach Blast

Clinton, NC - 10276 US Hwy 421 N

Come out to the farm and enjoy Beach music at it's best. Jim Quick and Coastline Band and The Band of Oz
- Festival is 1 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 12, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-10000, 9105646709,

Jun 12 to Jun 14, 2020     Pennzoil AutoFair

Concord, NC - 5555 Concord Parkway S

The Pennzoil AutoFair features spectacular attractions, car club displays, vendors and collectible vehicles for sale as well as a Kids Zone. Single-day tickets cost $13. Kids 13 and under get in FREE.
- Festival is years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open?
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open?
Est. attendees-40000, 8004553267, See website

Jul 2 to Jul 2, 2020     All-Amerian Festival

Selma, NC - 100 Sharpe Street

Come celebrate our nation’s birthday in Selma for a family-fun event. 5pm - 10pm. Fireworks at 9:15pm, Uptown Selma - Festival is 45 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 919-975-1411, See website

Jul 10 to Jul 11, 2020     Mid-Year Pottery Festival

Lincolnton, NC, NC - 403 E. Main St.

We will fill the building and spill out into the street with Catawba Valley Pottery and handmade utilitarian and collector pieces from some of the region's most talented potters. Food and music! - Festival is 5 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 3, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 45, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-400, 828-777-8707,

Jul 17 to Jul 19, 2020     Fine Art & Master Crafts Festival

Sugar Mountain, NC - 1009 Sugar Mountain Drive

An eclectic gathering of international and mountain fine artists and master crafters. New Location! - Festival is 12 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 1, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 90, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 828-898-5605, See website

Aug 1 to Aug 2, 2020     Village Art & Craft Fair

Asheville, NC - 3 Angle Street

Outdoor Fair featuring artists and craftsmen from across the country exhibiting original designs in a variety of mediums. Held on the grounds of The Cathedral of All Souls in Historic Biltmore Village. - Festival is 48 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 114, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-8,000, 828-274-2831, See website

Aug 14 to Aug 16, 2020     Fine Art & Master Crafts Festival

Sugar Mountain, NC - 1009 Sugar Mountain Drive

An eclectic gathering of international and mountain fine artists and master crafters. New Location! - Festival is 12 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 90, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 828-898-5605, See website

Aug 22 to Aug 23, 2020     Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Cary, NC - 316 N Academy Street

Celebration of fine art and crafts with live music on four stages, entertainment, Kids World, traditional craft demonstrations, and more. - Festival is 44 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 27, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 300, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-60,000, 9194623864, See website

Sep 4 to Sep 7, 2020     Matthews Alive Festival

Matthews, NC - 120 South Trade St

Three stages of entertainment with national headliners, 170+ craft vendors, 30+ food vendors, kids activities, indoor shows, large carnival - Festival is 28 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 30, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 200, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-150000, 704-708-1261, See website

Oct 17 to Oct 18, 2020     Woolly Worm Festival

Banner Elk, NC - 185 Azalea Circle

The festival features crafts, food vendors, live entertainment, the Woolly Worm Race and much more. - Festival is 43 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 16, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 175, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-25000, 828-898-5605, See website

Oct 17 to Oct 17, 2020     Lincoln County Apple Festival

Lincolnton, NC - 115 West Main St.

Crafts, food, entertainment, kids attractions and, of course, the county's signature crop, apples. Free, family-friendly event around Lincolnton's iconic Court Square. - Festival is 48 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 30, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 200, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-60,000, 704-530-4636, See website

Oct 17 to Oct 17, 2020     Mush, Music & Mutts Fetival

Shelby, NC - 112 South Lafayette Street

Dogs in costume, a beauty pageant, live music and a liver mush eating contest. Children’s games and activities, inflatables. Highlighted on the Travel Channel. Bring Fido Top 10 Most Pet Friendly Festival,

- Festival is 33 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-12,000, 7044844804, See website

Oct 24 to Oct 24, 2020     The Barbecue Festival

Lexington, NC - Main Street

Free one day street festival celebrating Lexington "Style" Barbecue. Includes: 7 stages of entertainment, 200 vendors, children's area, Pig Theme Sand Sculpture, Lumberjack Show, & Hogway Speedway. - Festival is 36 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 30, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 250, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-150,000, 336-956-1880, See website

Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2020     Greensboro Holiday Market

Greensboro, NC - 1921 W. Lee Street

Offering foods and fashions, gifts and glitter, music and magic – everything to make the holidays bright. 11/6 10-9pm, 11/7 9-7pm, 11/8 11-5pm. - Festival is 31 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 520, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-21000, 3362825550,

Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2020     Craftsmen’s Classics Art & Craft Festival

Greensboro, NC - 1921 W. Gate City Blvd

Features original designs & work from hundreds of talented artists from across America. Something for every taste & budget! , 11/27 Fri.9–6pm, 11/28 Sat.10-6pm, 11/29 Sun.11–5pm
- Festival is 46 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open?
Est # of non-food vendors- 500, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-18,000, 336-282-5550,