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.

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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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Downtown Scary Park: Haunted Hotel

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Check in for a full day of Halloween fun with our afternoon Family Pumpkin Carving Party, featuring costumed characters and festive activities at Downtown Cary Park. As the sun sets, the spooky vibes continue with a hotel-themed movie double feature, starting with the family favorite The Haunted Mansion (2003). Before the movies, enjoy eerie-sistable activities and treats in our “outdoor living room”… or is it for the living? Either way, you’ll feel right at home — if your home happens to be delightfully haunted. Later in the evening, brave adults can extend their stay for a screening of Poltergeist (1982), where things go bump in the night and the neighbors might be more than they appear. From creaky corners to ghostly gatherings, this is one Halloween event you’ll want to make yourself at home in. Don’t miss this frightfully fun house party! 2 – 6 p.m. | Family Pumpkin Carve on Frantz Square Lawn 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Pre-movie activities at Academy Plaza/Gathering House 7:30 p.m. | Haunted Mansion (PG) screening at the Great Lawn Pavilion 9:30 p.m. | Poltergeist (PG) screening at the Great Lawn Pavilion Know Before You Go All activities listed above are open to the public. Bring your own chairs and blankets for a comfortable viewing experience during the performance. This event is suitable for all ages. Guests can bring their own food into the Park.

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Movie Night: Halloween Double Feature

Downtown Cary Park

To help keep the Great Lawn safe, comfortable, and enjoyable for everyone, please review our guidelines below before arriving. Join us for our Halloween Double Feature movie night in the Park, as part of this year’s Downtown Scary Park! Stay tuned for more details on exciting family friendly pre-screening activities all about haunted houses! Get ready for a spooky-good time the whole family can enjoy with a screening of The Haunted Mansion (PG)! Join a fast-talking realtor and his family as they find themselves trapped inside a mysterious mansion filled with ghostly surprises, hidden secrets, and plenty of laughs along the way. With a mix of lighthearted scares and supernatural adventure, this Disney favorite is the perfect way to ease into an evening of thrills. As the night continues, things take a darker turn with Poltergeist (PG), a classic that’s sure to send chills down your spine. When strange occurrences begin to unfold in a suburban home, one family must confront a powerful supernatural force unlike anything they’ve experienced before. Known for its iconic moments and eerie suspense, this film is best suited for older audiences ready for a more intense scare. 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 November 6 – Minions