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.

Events for August 15, 2026

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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.

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The Cary Vintage Market

West End Biergarten 510 Old Apex Road, Cary

The Cary Vintage Market is a monthly vintage market held at the biergarten space next to South Line Brewing. Located on the edge of downtown , this market is the only vintage market in Cary, NC. Here, you can expect to find a highly curated and diverse collection of: •Vintage women’s and mens clothing •Vintage shoes and accessories •Vintage records, CDs and cassettes •Vintage houseware and decor •Vintage tchotchkes, memorabilia and collectibles Plus: •Permanent jewelry •Craft coffee cart (NEW!) •Specialty baked goods •Craft beer, liquor drinks, wine and slushies •Food trucks

Movie Night: How to Train Your Dragon

Downtown Cary Park

To help keep the Great Lawn safe, comfortable, and enjoyable for everyone, please review our guidelines below before arriving. Unleash your inner dragon rider with a screening of How to Train Your Dragon (PG)! A misfit Viking teen, living in a village where dragon slaying is a proud tradition, discovers and befriends a wounded dragon. As he secretly trains and bonds with the creature, he begins to challenge his tribe’s long-held beliefs and learns important lessons about courage, friendship, and understanding. Heartwarming, action-packed, and full of adventure, this story will take you on an unforgettable journey. Come early to enjoy pre-screening activities for all ages from 6 – 8 p.m., making it a perfect night out for everyone.  The film begins about 8:10 p.m. at the Great Lawn Pavilion. Grab your cushions, blankets, and chairs for ultimate comfort as you settle in to enjoy the film. Food trucks will also be on site. Upcoming Lineup September 4 – Hamilton October 2 – Frankenweenie October 24 – Halloween Double Feature: The Haunted Mansion & Poltergeist November 6 – Minions Know Before You Go This event is free and open to the public, but bring your own chairs and blankets for a comfortable viewing experience during the movie. Seating is first-come, first-served. Lawn seating setup begins at 5:00 p.m. Chairs and blankets may not be placed earlier. Some areas are blanket-only seating. Chairs are not permitted in these areas. Once set up, please remain with your items. Unattended items may be relocated to Lost & Found at Guest Services. Please keep sidewalks and lawn aisles clear at all times. Use marked entrances and exits to access the lawn. Do not sit, stand, or place seating in flower beds or landscaped areas.