North Carolina Festivals and Events

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Oct 26 to Oct 28, 2017     Ghostwalk - Heroes and Hooligans

New Bern, NC - 511 Broad Street

Historic ghosts in 13 sites in churches, homes and businesses in New Bern's Historic District and Cedar Grove Cemetery. Meet spirits from New Bern's past. - Festival is 27 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 0, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3200, 252-638-8558, See website

Oct 28 to Oct 28, 2017     Seaboard Festival

Hamlet, NC - 201 Main Street

4 Blocks with more than 150 vendors. Arts & Crafts, Food Vendors, Craft Demonstrations, Children's Activities, 2 performance stagesl - Festival is 34 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 30, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 165, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-32000, 910-557-5570, See website

Oct 28 to Oct 28, 2017     Barbecue Festival

Lexington, NC - 2 Main Street

6 stages of entertainment, children's area, special attractions and the best BBQ in the world! - Festival is 33 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-175000, 336-956-1880,

Oct 28 to Oct 28, 2017     Halloweenfest

Brevard, NC - 175 E. Main St.

A full day's worth of family fun for the spookiest day of the year! Heart of Brevard’s street festival, featuring crafters, artists, games, and food. Hours 10am-5pm. Welcome to come in costume. - Festival is 40 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 12, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 50, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-12,000, 828-884-3278, See website

Nov 3 to Nov 5, 2017     Holiday Market Greensboro

Greensboro, NC - Greensboro Coliseum Complex- 1921 W Lee St

Offering foods and fashions, gifts and glitter, toys and treats, music and magic - everything to make the holidays bright under one roof. - Festival is 28 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 250, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-30000, 336-282-5550, See website

Nov 4 to Nov 4, 2017     Arts & Crafts Festival

Cary, NC - 221 Union Street

Wide variety of Handmade Crafts and Artwork, Food Trucks, Handbell concert, big Raffle, Book sale, Bake sale. Free admission. - Festival is 5 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 2, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 28, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-600, 919-467-1477, See website

Nov 10 to Nov 11, 2017     Vintage Fan Fair

Raleigh, NC - 1025 Blue Ridge Rd

Join us in Celebrating Nostalgia?. A nostalgic experience with a marketplace of vendors, activities and vintage camper showcase. - Festival is 1 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 40, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-2000, 984-500-7733, See website

Nov 11 to Nov 12, 2017     River Arts District Studio Stroll

Asheville , NC - 14 Riverside DR

The Artists of Asheville’s River Arts District open their doors for a full weekend at the Fall Studio Stroll, welcoming the public to experience and collect amazing art in the studios and galleries. - Festival is 20+ years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 0, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-5000, 2067750663, See website

Nov 14 to Nov 14, 2018     Cruisin' Pembroke Street Fest

Pembroke, NC - 100 Main Street

A variety of local entertainment, food, provide artist a way to showcase their art, and provide activities for our children. - Festival is 5 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 50, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3000, 910-522-2162,

Nov 17 to Nov 19, 2017     Celebration of Seagrove Potters

Seagrove, NC - 798 NC Pottery Highway 705

Premier exhibition of Seagrove Pottery, indoors with potters market, demos, food and auction. - Festival is 10 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 6, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 80, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 336-879-4145, See website

Nov 18 to Nov 18, 2017     White Oak's Arts & Craft Show

Edenton, NC - 111 Sandy Ridge Road

Holiday Gift Vendors, Food, Entertainment and more... - Festival is 6 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 1, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 45, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-500, 252-221-4078,

Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2017     Craftsmen's Christmas Classic Art &Craft

Greensboro, NC - 1921 W. Lee Street

Hundreds of talented artists & craftsmen with thousands of choices. Something for every Style, Taste & Budget! - Festival is 44 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 400, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-30000, 336-282-5550, See website

Nov 25 to Nov 25, 2017     Beech Mountain Holiday Market

Beech Mountain , NC - 1330 Pine Ridge Road

Craft and artisan holiday market - Festival is 11 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 50, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-500, 828-387-3003,

Dec 9 to Dec 9, 2017     Mattamuskeet Swan Days Festival

Swanquarter, NC - 85 Mattamuskeet Rd

Migratory bird tours, live raptor exhibits, historical presentations, wildlife exhibits, food and craft vendors. - Festival is 4 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 8, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 18, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-800, 252-926-4021, See website

Jan 1 to Jan 1, 2018     KwanzaaFest

Durham, NC - 120 West Club Blvd

The doors will open at 11am, Children's Village to begin at 1pm and the program to begin at 2pm. Free and Open to Public - Festival is 34 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 20, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3000, 919-560-2729, See website

Feb 1 to Feb 3, 2018     North Carolina Jazz Festival

Wilmington, NC - 301 Water Street

One of the largest traditional jazz festivals in the Southeast and a STS Top 20 Event, this musical weekend will feature a line-up of Internationally Recognized Artists. Please visit our Web Site for Full Details.
- Festival is 38 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 0, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-1500, (910) 793-111, See website

Apr 21 to Apr 21, 2018     RockyFest

Hiddenite, NC - 3451 Rocky Face Church Road

Trail races, rock climbing, live music, children's activities, food, arts/crafts - Festival is 5 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 40, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-2000, 828-632-1093, See website

Apr 21 to Apr 22, 2018     Celebration of Spring

Seagrove, NC - Participating Pottery Shops NC Pottery Highway

Spring Kiln Openings and Studio Tours of the Seagrove, NC potters. Visit individual studios and workshops and enjoy freshly made piece - Festival is 10 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 0, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-2500, 336-707-9124, See website

Apr 28 to Apr 28, 2018     Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Cary, NC - 801 High House Road

Join us in the shady canopy of Bond Park, Cary's 310-acre urban park, for our 25th Spring Daze. Featuring 150 NC exhibitors, local food vendors, entertainment, kid's area and an Earth Day celebration. - Festival is 25 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 13, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 150, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-15000, 919-319-4560, See website

Apr 28 to Apr 28, 2018     Lincolnton Food, Wine and Brew Fest

Lincolnton, NC - Main Street

NC wineries, craft breweries, food trucks, artists, live music, kids zone, farmers market, demos, vendors - Festival is 3 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 15, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 40, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 704-900-9659, See website

Apr 28 to Apr 28, 2018     Food, Wine, and Brew Fest

Lincolnton , NC - Downtown Lincolnton

Come eat and drink in historic downtown Lincolnton. There will be vendors for food, wine, and beer. The tasting passes are 15$ in advance and 20$ at the gate. - Festival is 3 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 30, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-10,000, 7049608300, See website

May 18 to May 19, 2018     Foothills Antique Power Show

Newton, NC - 1 American Legion Avenue

Restored/un-restored tractors, hit and miss engines, steam engine, cars, trucks, motorcycles, etc. Vendors selling antiques, parts, farm toys, etc. Live demonstrations of power equipment, tractor and truck pull.


- Festival is 15 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 9, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 30 , Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3,000, 704-622-2746,

Jul 4 to Jul 4, 2018     Rennert July 4th Parade

Shannon , NC - 62 Park Street

Food and craft vendors, gospel singing, parade, fireworks - Festival is 35 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 5, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-3000, 910-302-1114,

Jul 21 to Jul 21, 2018     Ridgeway Cantaloupe Festival

Ridgeway, NC - 660 US 1 south

Historical Displays, Festival Food, Crafts, Rides for kids, Cantaloupes, Brunswick Stew, Several stages with music, and fun for everyone. - Festival is 13 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 70, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 252-213-0429, See website