Looking for things to do around the Triangle in May? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are a few events we’ve found that you may love:
HOLLY SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL
Date and Time: May 3rd 5:00-9:00pm
Location: 300 W Ballentine St Holly Springs, NC
Website: International Food Festival
Enjoy select culinary options from six different continents and 12 unique countries and cuisines. Returning favorites are joined by exceptional newcomers. Savory, sweet, spicy, frozen, classic, or exotic, the International Food Festival has something for everyone! As you Wine and Dine, collect stamps along the way from your travels while you encounter seven scenic photo opportunities! The last stop will be in Holly Springs where you have the chance to win a travel themed prize!
EN PLEIN AIR
Date and Time: May 3rd-4th
Location: Downtown Fuquay Varina
Website: En Plein Air
Artists from across the state will share their talents and capture the beauty of Fuquay-Varina on canvas! Since 2012, Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association has been able to support local artists and provide public art with this event that quickly became a community favorite! Join us downtown to watch as the artists from around the state paint in "open air!"
PEAKFEST
Date and Time: May 4th 9am-5pm
Location: Downtown Apex
Website: Peakfest
Celebrate the Peak of Good Living at PeakFest, each year on the first Saturday in May. Downtown Apex is transformed into a giant street fair, and usually features:
Over 100 vendors with a wide variety of arts and crafts
Festival food and food trucks
Live music and entertainment
Kids Zone with inflatables
Roving street performers
11TH ANNUAL WHEELS ON ACADEMY CAR SHOW
Date and Time: May 18th 10am-2pm
Location: N Academy St in Downtown Cary
Website: Wheels on Academy Car Show
Spend a nice spring day seeing cars of yesteryear come alive and rule the roads alongside some of today's modern hot rods and exotic cars. Find that special car that evokes memories of the past or dreams of the future. Academy Street will be full of entertainment, food, and fun for the entire family!
GOT TO BE NC FESTIVAL
Date and Time: May 17th-19th
Location: NC State Fairgrounds
Website: Got To Be NC Festival
Join your friends and family for three great days of down-home celebration North Carolina-style at the
Got to Be NC Festival at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds. Gate Admission and Parking are FREE!
