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!