North Carolina Festivals and Events

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Apr 27 to Apr 27, 2019     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 26 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

May 3 to May 11, 2019     Charlotte SHOUT!

Charlotte, NC - Uptown Charlotte

A celebration of art, music, food and ideas in Uptown Charlotte taking place April 29 - May 11. This year, SHOUT! is the grand finale of CLT250. With 75+ concerts, installations, performances and everything in between. - Festival is years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-, 704-332-2227, See website

May 4 to May 4, 2019     Deep River Antique & Craft Spring Fling

Franklinville, NC - 163 W. Main Street

Arts, Crafts, Antiques, Food and Entertainment all along the Deep River in the Riverside Park. - Festival is 4 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 25, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-1000, 336-824-2030,

May 10 to May 11, 2019     BeachFest Matthews

Matthews, NC - 120 South Trade Street

Carolina Beach Music--5 bands, carnival, kids inflatables, corp exhibits, street food, arts & crafts. Food vendors selected and invited individually by staff. Fun for all ages!
- Festival is 11 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 17 to May 19, 2019     North Carolina Potato Festival

Elizabeth City, NC - 106 South Water Street

Downtown Elizabeth City, the “Harbor of Hospitality®”. Largest festival in Northeastern North Carolina. Midway with mechanical rides, Street Fair, Food, and live entertainment for all ages. - Festival is 17 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 25, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 200, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-32,000, 252-338-2328, See website

May 18 to May 18, 2019     Mills River Day

Mills River, NC - 3333 North Mills River Road

There are food trucks, music, kids areas, and many more activities. Mills River is just outside of Asheville. This is a community festival focusing on natural resources. - 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- 30, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-1000, 8282736446,

May 24 to May 26, 2019     Mint Hill Madness

Mint Hill, NC - 8850 Fairview Road

Mint Hill Madness has something for everyone in the family. PARADE - Sat 9am...Fireworks - Sat 10pm...So…ready, set…Let the Madness Begin! - Festival is 36 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 15, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 125, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-25000, 704-545-2335, See website

May 25 to May 25, 2019     Wings of Wayne

Goldsboro, NC - Center Street

Chicken Wing Cook-Off featuring entertainers, Admission Free. Proceeds support our ongoing charitable contributions.
- Festival is 3 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 6, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-1200, 919-735-3131, See website

Jun 1 to Jun 1, 2019     Official North Carolina Gold Festival

Old Fort, NC - 38 Catawba Avenue

Gold panning, Reed Gold Mine, Gold Hill, Bechtler House Exhibit, great food. Artists perform songs of the the highly anticipated NC Gold Album. Singer/songwriters enter to write/perform/selected released worldwide. - Festival is 16 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 10, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 70, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-4500, 828-351-9575, See website

Jun 14 to Jun 23, 2019     Gaston All American Fair

Gastonia, NC - 246 N New Hope Rd

Midway rides, live music, food, crafts, jewelry, games, art, music, entertainment, eating contests, and a new spectacular fireworks show and admission is still free! - Festival is 2 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-30,000, 7042444854, See website

Jun 14 to Jun 15, 2019     Spruce Pine Alien Conference & EXPO

Spruce Pine, NC - 100 Locust Street

Mike Bara/Ancient Aliens, Best Alien costume contests. Live music, discussion around UFO’s, Area51 kids zone, ET Kids Bike race, Dark Sky Observatory , Brown MTN Lights from X-Files. - Festival is 0 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 125, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 15, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-10000, 828-385-4313, See website

Jul 19 to Jul 21, 2019     Fine Art & Master Crafts Festival

Banner Elk, NC - 185 Azalea Circle

An eclectic gathering of international and mountain fine artists and master crafters. - 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 3 to Aug 4, 2019     Village Art & Craft Fair

Asheville, NC - 3 Angle Street

Outdoor Fair held on the tree-covered grounds of The Cathedral of All Souls in Historic Biltmore Village in Asheville, NC featuring 114 artists from across the country. - Festival is 47 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 1, 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 9 to Aug 11, 2019     Fine Art & Master Crafts Festival

Banner Elk, NC - 185 Azalea Circle

An eclectic gathering of international and mountain fine artists and master crafters. - 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 24 to Aug 25, 2019     Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Cary, NC - 316 North Academy Street

Celebration of fine art and crafts with live music on four stages, entertainment, Kids World, traditional craft demonstrations, and more. - Festival is 43 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 28, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 270, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-60,000, 919-319-4560, See website

Aug 30 to Sep 2, 2019     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 27 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 12 to Oct 12, 2019     Mountain Glory Festival

Marion, NC - 20 South Main Street

Original handicrafts abound - 150 craft, food, non-profit and sponsor booths. Free children's activities, quilt show at MACA, best dressed pet contest and 2 stages for live entertainment!
- Festival is 36 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 18, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 130, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-18,000, 8286522215, See website

Oct 18 to Oct 19, 2019     Smoking in the Foothills BBQ Festival

Lenoir, NC - 801 West Ave

BBQ Competition and Festival is a KCBS sanctioned BBQ event paired with a one-of-a-kind street festival. This year's theme is "Wood. Fire. Smoke." featuring wood crafters and artisans! - Festival is 5 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 12, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 150, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-20,000, 8287574451, See website

Oct 19 to Oct 20, 2019     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 42 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 26 to Oct 26, 2019     Barbecue Festival

Lexington, NC - 2 Main Street

7 stages of entertainment, children's area, special attractions and the best BBQ in the world! - 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-175000, 336-956-1880, See website

Nov 29 to Dec 1, 2019     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! , 11/29 Fri.9–6pm, 11/30 Sat.10-6pm, 12/1 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,