# Festivals in Wake Forest 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Wake Forest 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Wake Forest. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Wake Forest, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Wake Forest listed on one platform - we have you covered.

Immerse yourself in the mega dance festivals, electrifying music festivals, theatre & film festivals, quirky local festivals and more with us!

## Festivals Events in Wake Forest

- **Event Name**: 2026 Good Neighbor Day
  - **Description**: The Wake Forest Human Relations Council (HRC) will host Good Neighbor Day on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 1-4 pm. This free, family-friendly event will take place at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road.

Good Neighbor Day assembles people from all walks o
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wake-forest/2026-good-neighbor-day/200030446236145
  - **Venue**: E. Carroll Joyner Park
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, meetups, volunteering
- **Event Name**: Autumn Art & Plant Festival - Presented by The Wake Forest Garden Club
  - **Description**: The Wake Forest Garden Club is inviting the community to celebratethe beauty of the fall season at its annual Autumn Art & Plant Festival, taking place onSaturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wake-forest/autumn-art-and-plant-festival-presented-by-the-wake-forest-garden-club-tickets/80001183559969
  - **Venue**: The Wake Forest Historical Museum
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: festivals, art, car-shows, music, nonprofit, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment, shopping
- **Event Name**: Elevate Local Shops- Country Music Festival
  - **Description**: Kick back with some great tunes and support your favorite local shops at this country music bash!About this EventElevate Local Shops - Country Music FestivalJoin us at the Lonerider Brewing Co
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wake-forest/elevate-local-shops-country-music-festival/100001991740900650
  - **Venue**: Lonerider at Wake Forest
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Entertainment, Music
- **Event Name**: Plantstock ‘26
  - **Description**: Too young to experience Woodstock? Same. Here at The Planted Bean we are creating our own good vibes on Sept. 18th with flash tattoos, permanent jewelry, giveaways and of course PLANTS! Limited edition Plantstock tees will also be available. Let’s get gro
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 18 2026 at 04:00 pm – Fri Sep 18 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wake-forest/plantstock-‘26/200030595130706
  - **Venue**: 149 S White St, Wake Forest, NC 27587-2739, United States
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- **Event Name**: Fall Festival
  - **Description**: Join Us for Our Annual Fall Festival! 🍂🎉

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun, food, and fellowship at Neuse Baptist Church's Annual Fall Festival! 

Enjoy delicious eats from Not Just a Fry Guy and Prima Coffee Trailer, bounce and play on exci
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Oct 24 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wake-forest/fall-festival/200030536537922
  - **Venue**: 4444 Louisbury Road, Wake Forest, NC, United States, North Carolina 27587
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  - **Categories**: festivals, fall-festivals, trunk-or-treat, entertainment, halloween, trick-or-treat
- **Event Name**: Striking Copper with special guest Matt Phillips
  - **Description**: Eclectic, familial folk-rock group, Striking Copper, effortlessly combines rhythm-driven rock, haunting vocal arrangements, and harmony-rich Americana. In doing so they deliver an unforgettable melodic sound their audience can’t stop dancing to.  Led by p
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 13 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wake-forest/striking-copper-with-special-guest-matt-phillips/200029942443341
  - **Venue**: The Wake Forest Listening Room
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, performances, festivals, music, art, literary-art, rodeo
- **Event Name**: Oktoberfest
  - **Description**: Join us for this flavorful event to celebrate the season with traditional German-inspired delicacies and the camaraderie of neighbors and friends. Meticulously crafted by our skilled chef, it’s your chance to get a taste of our lifestyle. Tour our inspiri
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  - **Date**: Thu Sep 03 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu Sep 03 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wake-forest/oktoberfest/200030616078106
  - **Venue**: 1151 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587-9646, United States
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  - **Categories**: food-drinks

## Trending Events in Wake Forest

- **Event Name**: Bryson Tiller: The Neo Trapsoul Tour
  - **Description**: Bryson Tiller

Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Raleigh, NC

Date: Sep 4, 2026 - 07:30 PM
  - **Venue**: Raleigh N.C.
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Concerts in the Park
  - **Description**: Spend a few Sunday evenings in September with family and friends at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, while enjoying some great music and good times during the 2026 Concerts in the Park. “ACE Party Band” will headline the first concert on Sunday, S
  - **Venue**: Caroll E Joyner Park
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Good Neighbor Day
  - **Description**: The Wake Forest Human Relations Council (HRC) will host Good Neighbor Day on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 1-4 pm. This free, family-friendly event will take place at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road.

Good Neighbor Day assembles people from all walks o
  - **Venue**: E. Carroll Joyner Park
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- **Event Name**: Friday Night on White
  - **Description**: Join us in Downtown Wake Forest for great music, community and fun from 6–9 PM on the following dates:

📅 April 10 – Bounce! Party Band
📅 May 8 – Sleeping Booty Band
📅 June 12 – Night Years
📅 September 11 – Liquid Pleasure

📍 South White Street, Downtown
  - **Venue**: South White Street Wake Forest, NC 27587
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- **Event Name**: Author Event: Dr. Jen Golbeck, PhD
  - **Description**: The surprising science that explains how and why your dog thinks and acts from Jen Golbeck, the “internet’s dog mom”.About this EventPage 158 Books is thrilled to host the internet's Dog Mom, Dr. Jen Golbe
  - **Venue**: Page 158 Books
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- **Event Name**: Weezer: The Gathering Tour
  - **Description**: Weezer, The Shins & Silversun Pickups

Venue: Lenovo Center
Raleigh, NC

Date: 04 Oct, 2026 - 07:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Raleigh N.C.
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- **Event Name**: 2026 WFPD Touch-A-Truck
  - **Description**: The Wake Forest Police Department will host their 2026 WFPD Touch-A-Truck fundraiser for Special Olympics NC on Saturday, August 29, from 10 am-1:30 pm at The Factory, 1839 S. Main St.🚔

Families and children will enjoy an all-access pass to police cars,
  - **Venue**: 1839 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587-6532, United States
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- **Event Name**: August 30- Mahjong & Wine
  - **Description**: Join us for a  fun afternoon of Mahjong and wine – great vibes, tasty sips, and friendly competition!About this EventMay 31 - Mahjong & WineGather your
  - **Venue**: Unwined on White
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- **Event Name**: Stained Glass Workshop! Booo-tiful Babe
  - **Description**: Who's ready for our newest DIY addition to the calendar? In this class you will learn the basics of stained glass and get to foil, assemble, and solder your works. LIMIT to 10 people per session!

This class is BYOB—bring your favorite beverage or snacks.
  - **Venue**: 11216 Capital Blvd, Ste 111, Wake Forest, NC, United States, North Carolina 27587
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Wake Forest?
  - **A:** 2026 Good Neighbor Day (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 01:00 pm at E. Carroll Joyner Park), Autumn Art & Plant Festival - Presented by The Wake Forest Garden Club (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Wake Forest Historical Museum), Elevate Local Shops- Country Music Festival (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at Lonerider at Wake Forest), Plantstock ‘26 (Fri Sep 18 2026 at 04:00 pm at 149 S White St, Wake Forest, NC 27587-2739, United States), Fall Festival (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 04:00 pm at 4444 Louisbury Road, Wake Forest, NC, United States, North Carolina 27587).
- **Q**: What are the top free Festivals events in Wake Forest?
  - **A:** Autumn Art & Plant Festival - Presented by The Wake Forest Garden Club (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Wake Forest Historical Museum), Elevate Local Shops- Country Music Festival (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 02:00 pm at Lonerider at Wake Forest).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Wake Forest?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Wake Forest on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Wake Forest?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Wake Forest?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Wake Forest include E. Carroll Joyner Park, The Wake Forest Historical Museum, Lonerider at Wake Forest.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Wake Forest?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Wake Forest include Town of Wake Forest, NC, TL Teresa, Elevate Local Shops.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Wake Forest?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Wake Forest.

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