Here are some events happening in Downtown Cary that caught our eye. You can always check in with our friends at the Town of Cary for more events.

Cary Farmers Market

East Park Street 327 S. Academy Street, Cary

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St., next to Downtown Cary Park. Find a wonderful lineup of vendors offering all locally made and locally grown items. Shop for freshly-harvested produce, humanely-raised meat, and artisan-made goods. Stop by the info booth to learn about their matching program for SNAP/EBT. Children can also get their very own Farmers Market Passport and participate in the Eat-A-Rainbow program, which encourages children to eat healthy, nutritious foods. Learn more about the new location, nutrition programs, and other information on their website or their Facebook and Instagram pages for regularly updated weekly information.

Dreamland Carolina Circus Festival

Downtown Cary Park

Have you ever dreamed of seeing the circus?! The Carolina Circus Festival is putting on a whole day of free circus shows at Downtown Cary Park! The Carolina Circus Festival will feature an arts market offering goods from local artists and food trucks, kids crafts, games, and workshops. Circus performances throughout the event will include ground and aerial acrobatics, as well as LED and fire shows! The fun doesn’t stop there! Guests can participate in free hula hooping, juggling, and acting workshops throughout the Park! A silent auction will occur during the festival to help raise money for a charitable gift fund that promotes mental health and suicide prevention in North Carolina. So, grab a blanket or lawn chair and join us for the 2024 Dreamland Carolina Circus Festival! Know Before You Go This is NOT a drop off event. Parents and guardians must stay with their child the entire time. This event is open to the public. This event is suitable for all ages. Inclusion Services Downtown Cary Park strives to provide a positive experience for all guests. Our goal is to accommodate you and meet your individual needs. Please fill out the event accessibility form here and a staff member will be in contact with you.

The Cary Vintage Market

West End Biergarten 510 Old Apex Road, Cary

The Cary Vintage Market is BACK with a special NIGHT MARKET series (4-9pm). Created by Hummingbird Collective and hosted by Vicious Fishes Brewery & South Line Brewing Company in the brand new West End Biergarten, this family-friendly market features: – Women’s and Men’s Vintage Clothing – Vintage shoes and accessories – Vintage records and cassettes – Vintage houseware and trinkets – Permanent jewelry – Craft coffee cart (NEW!) – Specialty baked goods – Craft beer, liquor drinks, wine and slushies (nonalcoholic and alcoholic options available) – Food truck   …and more!!   BONUS: this event is both family-friendly and dog-friendly!