As the weather gets warmer, we get antsy to shake off the winter months and participate in our favorite local activities. From food truck rodeos to 5k’s, we’ve got all the best spring events on one list.

SEE

St Patrick’s Day Parade | March 16th, 10:00AM

Raleigh’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade features local businesses, vendors, live music and more. It starts at 10AM and goes throughout downtown Raleigh. Post Parade activities will take place on Fayetteville Street.

Art in Bloom | March 21-24th

North Carolina Museum of Art hosts the annual Art in Bloom event. Featuring 50 + floral interpretations of art along with special events and daily trunk shows.

Cary’s Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival | April 27th

Celebrating 25 years of Spring in Fred G. Bond Metro Park, Cary’s 310-acre urban park: Spring Daze will include 170 North Carolina artists, 4 stages of entertainment, food and of course – arts & crafts.

Mamma Mia at DPAC | May 5th-7th

“The Ultimate Feel Good Show”, Mamma Mia will be playing all your favorite ABBA hits at DPAC this spring! You can get tickets in person, by phone or online.

EAT/DRINK

Durham Central Park’s Food Truck Rodeo | March 24th, 12:00-4:00PM

Taking place in Durham’s Central Park, enjoy over 50 local food trucks and live music from the local band DreamRoot!

Bull City Food & Beer Experience | March 24th

The 7th Annual Bull City Food and Beer Experience pairs 30 local restaurants with 30 beers from across the country. Not only will you be enjoying excellent food and drinks, but your ticket gives back to the community by raising money for the Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association.

Brewgaloo | April 26th-27th

Brewgaloo is back with your favorite craft beers, food, vendors, and music! The largest craft beer festival in North Carolina is a two day event with all access drink tickets starting at $45.

GET MOVING

Tobacco Road Marathon | March 17th

Run over 20 miles of the American Tobacco Trail with over 4,000 people during the Tobacco Road Marathon. The marathon has raised over $1 million in charitable donations and up to 10% of runners get to qualify for the Boston Marathon!

Highwire Brewing 5k | April 6th

Our new favorite brewery is hosting a 5k + After Party! The race starts and finishes at the brewery with a beer and music festival at the finish line. The race is partnered with Crayons 2 Calculators, providing school supples to Durham Public Schools.

Spring Fling Adult Egg Hunt | April 13th

This 21+ Adult Egg Hunt will be a field day at Dorothea Dix Park. For the big kid in all of us there will be inflatables, 15,000 eggs and lawn games. Tickets are free but limited!

Tour de Brew | April 13th

Starting at Crank Arm Brewing, Tour de Brew is a charity ride with 100% of proceeds providing clean water to central Africa. A great ride to do with friends, you will be cycling and stopping at local breweries while raising money for a great cause.

Springtime brings wonderful opportunities. If you’ve been wondering if now is the best time to sell, call us and we’ll show you how your home has blossomed in value. (919) 606-1754.