Fill 2026 with art, music and culture with some of the biggest parades, fairs and festivals in Raleigh, Durham and beyond
April
NC Sci Fest
Through April 30
Explore the wonders of science across North Carolina during this monthlong celebration featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations and interactive experiences for all ages. In the Triangle, events take place at venues including Chapel Hill’s Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, Raleigh’s Marbles Kids Museum and Durham’s Museum of Life and Science.
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
April 16-19
Duke University’s Center for Documentary Studies brings this internationally renowned four-day festival to downtown Durham for the 28th year. Catch more than 60 nonfiction film screenings; attend parties, panels and exclusive sessions with filmmakers; and meet industry professionals and cinephiles from around the globe.
Earth Day Festival
April 19
Celebrate sustainability and expand your environmental awareness at Durham Central Park during this free, all-ages annual event. The 2026 International Earth Day theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” spotlights collective action for environmental change. Enjoy music, Earth-friendly activities, educational resources and food vendors throughout the day.
Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival
April 25…