Whirligig Festival

Head to downtown Wilson and Whirligig Park for one of the most colorful and creative festivals in North Carolina — the Whirligig Festival! 🎡✨

Celebrate the legacy of artist Vollis Simpson, whose giant whirligigs have become a landmark of Wilson, with a weekend full of fun for all ages.

🎨 What to Expect:

🌈 Dozens of vibrant whirligigs spinning in the park

🎶 Live music and entertainment on multiple stages

🛍️ Hundreds of artisan and maker booths (including Brindle Besties Creations with custom engraving, 3D crafts, and more!)

🍴 Food trucks and festival eats with local flavor

🎡 Kids’ rides, games, and interactive activities

You may also like the following events from Brindle Besties Creations:

• This October, 11th October, 10:00 am, NC Mullet Festival in Swansboro
• This October, 25th October, 09:00 am, Annual Harvest Festival in Clayton

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