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SUMMARY:Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to test your knowledge and unleash your competitive spirit at Trivia Night in Downtown Cary Park’s Bark Bar! Led by the witty hosts from Hammered Trivia\, it’s an evening packed with brain-teasing questions\, laughter\, and prizes. Gather your friends\, grab a drink\, and let the games begin! \nThis week’s trivia is part of Downtown Cary Park’s Barktoberfest 2026 festivities.
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/trivia-night-39/
LOCATION:Downtown Cary Park
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SUMMARY:Zombiepalooza
DESCRIPTION:Zombiepalooza is The Cary’s annual ZOMBIE SHORT FILM competition that takes place every October in downtown Cary\, NC. Submissions are only open to North Carolina filmmakers and residents. \nShort films (< 5 min.) must be zombie-themed and family-friendly (no excessive gore\, violence or language) as they will be screened to an all-ages audience. They also must include creative use of this year’s theme ‘SPORT’ — the main character(s) must play a sport\, any sport\, in the film. \nFilmmakers of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to submit their short film for consideration via FilmFreeway starting Saturday\, August 1\, 2026. The final deadline to submit is Wednesday\, September 30\, 2026. \nZombiepalooza will take place October 23\, 2026 on the Downtown Cary Park’s Great Lawn and Great Lawn Pavilion. In the event of inclement weather\, the festivities will move indoors to The Cary Theater. Remember\, costumes are highly encouraged! \nKnow Before You Go\n\nThis event is family-friendly.\nThis event is free and open to the public.\nBring your own chairs and blankets for a comfortable viewing experience during the performance.\nGuests can bring their own food into the Park.
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/zombiepalooza-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Cary Park
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SUMMARY:Cary Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nJoin the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St.\, next to Downtown Cary Park. \nFind 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. \nChildren 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. \n\n 
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/cary-farmers-market-124/
LOCATION:East Park Street\, 327 S. Academy Street\, Cary\, 27511\, United States
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SUMMARY:Downtown Scary Park: Haunted Hotel
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs 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. \nLater 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! \n\n2 – 6 p.m. | Family Pumpkin Carve on Frantz Square Lawn\n6 – 7:30 p.m. | Pre-movie activities at Academy Plaza/Gathering House\n7:30 p.m. | Haunted Mansion (PG) screening at the Great Lawn Pavilion\n9:30 p.m. | Poltergeist (PG) screening at the Great Lawn Pavilion\n\n\nKnow Before You Go\n\nAll activities listed above are open to the public.\nBring your own chairs and blankets for a comfortable viewing experience during the performance.\nThis event is suitable for all ages.\nGuests can bring their own food into the Park.
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/downtown-scary-park-haunted-hotel-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Cary Park
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SUMMARY:Movie Night: Halloween Double Feature
DESCRIPTION:To help keep the Great Lawn safe\, comfortable\, and enjoyable for everyone\, please review our guidelines below before arriving. \nJoin 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! \nGet 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. \nAs 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. \nGrab your cushions\, blankets\, and chairs for ultimate comfort as you settle in to enjoy the film. Food trucks will also be on site. \nUpcoming Lineup\n\nNovember 6 – Minions
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/movie-night-halloween-double-feature/
LOCATION:Downtown Cary Park
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SUMMARY:Downtown Cary Park Diwali Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Diwali Celebration at Downtown Cary Park. Experience an evening of music\, dance\, and community as we celebrate the Festival of Lights together. Performances and activities will be held at the Great Lawn Pavilion.
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/downtown-cary-park-diwali-celebration/
LOCATION:Downtown Cary Park
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SUMMARY:Live at Lunch: Mysti Mayhem
DESCRIPTION:Spend lunch at Downtown Cary Park enjoying live musical performances as the melodious backdrop for the break in your day. Live music will be performed by Mysti Mayhem on Academy Plaza. \n2026 Josie Music Awards 5X nominee\, powerhouse vocalist\, guitarist\, singer and songwriter with over 24 yrs of performances\, and professionally trained by Bo Diddley\, North Carolinian Mysti Mayhem tours throughout the year\, singing a variety of covers and originals in a blues and soulful rendition. \nGrab lunch from Market 317\, bring your own from home or any of Cary’s great downtown dining options.
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/live-at-lunch-mysti-mayhem/
LOCATION:Downtown Cary Park
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SUMMARY:Cary Police Department Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Wear your favorite Halloween costume and head down to the Park for some pre-Halloween trick-or-treating. The Cary Police Department (Downtown Team) hosts this family-friendly trunk or treat along Park Street.
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/cary-police-department-trunk-or-treat-2/
LOCATION:East Park Street\, 327 S. Academy Street\, Cary\, 27511\, United States
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SUMMARY:One Tribe Drum Circle and Fire Show
DESCRIPTION:One Tribe Rhythms & Friends will perform every Final Friday from 7 – 8:30 p.m.\, March – October at the Old Library Site next to the Ivey-Ellington House. \nAs a part of the Cary Art Loop\, join One Tribe for a free\, family- friendly\, drum circle with fire spinning by Caroleeena & Friends! Leading up to fire performances starting at 8 p.m.\, the drum circle will involve singing and “low impact” West African dances. All are welcome\, no experience needed\, and participants can bring their own instrument or borrow one! Come celebrate our community! \nCary Art Loop’s signature event is the Final Fridays Art Crawl held on the last Friday of each month from 6 – 9 p.m. Final Friday events are hosted by businesses and galleries on a monthly basis. Large crowds of art appreciators enjoy original art in our local art galleries\, live music and many other exciting must see & do activities.
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/one-tribe-drum-circle-and-fire-show-3/
LOCATION:Old Library Site\, 310 S. Academy Street\, Cary\, North Carolina\, 27511
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SUMMARY:Cary Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nJoin the Cary Farmers Market for the traditional market season along East Park St.\, next to Downtown Cary Park. \nFind 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. \nChildren 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. \n\n 
URL:https://downtowncarync.org/event/cary-farmers-market-125/
LOCATION:East Park Street\, 327 S. Academy Street\, Cary\, 27511\, United States
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