Events

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 Jazz artist XOXOK on Academy Plaza. Grab lunch from Market 317, bring your own from home or any of Cary’s great downtown dining options. Know Before You Go This event is free and open to the public. Guests can bring their own food into the Park. 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.

Featuring award-winning storytellers Bil Lepp, Megan Wells, Lipbone Redding, Linda Gorham, and Sam Pearsall with Emcee Peg Helminski, M.Ed. Join us for our two-day Festival to experience the power of live storytelling. Our acclaimed storytellers will share stories and music to make you laugh, warm your heart, and inspire you. All tellers will perform different stories at each of our four Showcase Performances over Friday and Saturday. Individual tickets are also available. SHOWCASE #1 - Friday, 11/1, 7 to 9pm  SHOWCASE #2 - Saturday, 11/2, 1:30 to 3:30pm SHOWCASE #3 - Saturday, 11/2, 7 to 9pm Additional details at https://www.oldnorthstatestorytellingfestival.com/

Concert Singers is kicking off its 34th season with a high-octane choral musical theater celebration. From Cole Porter to Rogers and Hammerstein to Lin-Manuel Miranda, this concert will bring to life some of our greatest and most loved music. Featuring special favorites from Bernstein’s West Side Story and with a special tribute to Stephen Sondheim, you’ll be whistling a happy tune all evening! For tickets: https://concertsingers.org/our-season-24-25/best-of-broadway/

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the winter 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.

Join the Chinese-American Friendship Association of North Carolina for a day filled with the rich flavors and vibrant traditions of Chinese Culture! The 4th Annual Taste of China – Chinese Food and Culture Festival is back, promising an unforgettable journey through Chinese cuisine and culture. Experience the best of Chinese culinary delights, traditional performances, and cultural exhibits. Whether you’re a food enthusiast, culture aficionado, or just looking for a fun day out with family and friends, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! This event is proudly co-hosted by the Town of Cary, bringing our community together to celebrate diversity and heritage. Don’t miss out on this feast for the senses! Vendors will accept various forms of payment, including cash. Know Before You Go Please note that S. Academy St, between Dry Ave and E Park St., will be closed to traffic between 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. This event is free and 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.

Featuring award-winning storytellers Bil Lepp, Megan Wells, Lipbone Redding, Linda Gorham, and Sam Pearsall with Emcee Peg Helminski, M.Ed. Join us for our two-day Festival to experience the power of live storytelling. Our acclaimed storytellers will share stories and music to make you laugh, warm your heart, and inspire you. All tellers will perform different stories at each of our four Showcase Performances over Friday and Saturday. Individual tickets are also available. SHOWCASE #1 - Friday, 11/1, 7 to 9pm  SHOWCASE #2 - Saturday, 11/2, 1:30 to 3:30pm SHOWCASE #3 - Saturday, 11/2, 7 to 9pm Additional details at https://www.oldnorthstatestorytellingfestival.com/

Join us at the Great Lawn Pavilion for a spectacular Storytime celebrating the fifth anniversary of Cary Regional Library. Librarians Jordan, Keith and Mary will sing Storytime classics and tell crowd pleasing stories for ages 0-5.  Come sing, laugh and dance with us! 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 free and open to the public. This event is most suitable for ages 0-5. 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.

Join us for a fantastic day of fun and discovery at our School BreakOUT in the Park, in honor of National STEM Day! Dive into the amazing world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with a splash of Art (STEAM) thrown in for extra creativity and excitement. Let your imagination soar with blocks and stomp rockets in the Park St Arena, while the Art Cart in the Nest Pavilion fuels your creativity. Dive into fun STEM building with Over the Moon Play Space at the Academy Pavilion. Don’t miss the thrilling Birds of Prey Show with Creature Catcher Clay, where you’ll meet a hawk, owl, and vulture on Frantz Square Lawn, followed by a picture-perfect moment! The fun continues in the afternoon with the ‘Mad Science’ Vortex Knockdown, Dry Ice Storm, and Zap Attack Booths, plus the NC State High-Powered Rocketry Club. Lastly, don’t forget to grab a bite from Tacos Neza at Park Street Courts! 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Imagination Blocks and Stomp Rockets in Park St Arena 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Art Cart in the Nest Pavilion 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: STEM Building with Over the Moon Play Space in Academy Pavilion 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.: Birds of Prey Show with Creature Catcher Clay on Frantz Square Lawn 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Birds of Prey Show with Creature Catcher Clay on Frantz Square Lawn (picture time to follow until 12:30 p.m.) 12 – 4 p.m.: ‘Mad Science’ Vortex Knockdown Booth on the Great Lawn Pavilion 12 – 4 p.m.: Tacos Neza Food Truck at Park Street Courts 1 – 4 p.m.: ‘Mad Science’ Dry Ice Storm and Zap Attack Booths on Frantz Square Lawn 1 – 4 p.m.: NC State High Powered Rocketry Club Booth on Frantz Square Lawn 2 – 4 p.m.: Robotics Booth with “Byte Force” robotics team on the Great Lawn Pavilion …

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! For more information: https://downtowncarypark.com/things-to-do/calendar/w_trivia-night-9

Join us for a spectacular movie night under the stars featuring The LEGO Movie (PG), curated by The Cary Theater! Follow the journey of Emmet, an ordinary LEGO minifigure, as he discovers his potential to save the world from an evil tyrant. Grab your cushions, blankets, and chairs for ultimate comfort as you settle in to enjoy the film with popcorn and snacks from Market 317. Food trucks will also be on site. Pre-screening activities will include fun , LEGO inspired activities! 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.: SPARK AI Photobooth (LEGO style!) in Academy Pavilion 5:30 – 8 p.m.: Ultimate City LEGO Play with Play-Well TEKnologies in Academy Pavilion 6 – 7:30 p.m.: LEGO Printing with the Art Cart on Academy Plaza The film will begin at 7:30 p.m. Know Before You Go This event is free and open to the public. Bring your own chairs and blankets for a comfortable viewing experience during the movie. 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.

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the winter 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.

The Cary Vintage Market is a monthly vintage market held at the biergarten space between Vicious Fishes Brewery (Cary) and 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:   – 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!

You will sing along. Come join Mike Santoro as he captures the music that fueled the late 70’s and early 80’s and embodies the spirit of Billy Joel. Growing up on Long Island, Mike was inspired by the music and brings all the energy and excitement of a live Joel show to the local stage. Warm up your vocal cords and come belt out the favorites with this Piano Man. For more, visit thestrangerlive.com Buy Tickets Here  

Kick off Downtown Cary Park's Birthday week with a screening of a documentary chronicling the development and construction of Downtown Cary Park! Carefully crafted over a period of three years, this documentary explores the complex and courageous decisions that led to the opening of this iconic place and its impact on the community.  

Calling all corgi lovers! Join us for a tail-wagging good time at our corgis meet up in the Park. Bring your adorable corgis and meet fellow enthusiasts for an afternoon of play and corgi-themed fun. Whether your corgi loves to zoom around or just chill and make new friends, there’s something for every fluffy butt! Don’t miss out on the cutest gathering of the year! Know Before You Go Dogs must stay on leash. This open to all dogs, but please keep in mind your dog’s limits and comfort level. 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.

Join us at Downtown Cary Park for an unforgettable evening as we host the Sons of Serendip in concert! Come experience their unique blend of soulful harmonies and captivating performances in a beautiful outdoor setting. Billboard charting classical-crossover quartet, Sons of Serendip, won the hearts of fans and judges alike as finalists on America’s Got Talent (NBC) with their ethereal and emotionally stirring interpretations of pop music, arranged with a unique blend of vocals, harp, piano, and cello. With four successful albums (Sons of Serendip, Christmas: Beyond the Lights, Life + Love, and Mosaic) and soulful live performances, Sons of Serendip has lifted audiences both nationally and internationally. Their most notable performances include collaborations with Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops, the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra, the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and Cynthia Erivo, as well as a performance for the Creative Arts Emmy Awards (FXX). In 2019, Sons of Serendip returned to the America’s Got Talent stage, as they were selected to compete in the first ever America’s Got Talent: The Champions. The quartet competed alongside 50 of the winners and finalists from America’s Got Talent and Got Talent’s worldwide. In 2020, the group performed for Oprah Winfrey’s 2020 Vision Tour’s closing celebration in Denver, CO, and most recently in 2022, they were invited to be one of the artists representing the United States in Dubai at EXPO 2020. Know Before You Go This event is free and 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. 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 …

Discover a vibrant showcase of locally-crafted treasures while immersing yourself in an evening of music and entertainment at the Cary Night Market, organized by The Night Market Co. Join Triangle area artisans for a monthly gathering where an eclectic array of goods meets delectable food and drinks! Know Before You Go 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.

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the winter 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.

Celebrate the Park’s first birthday all day long with various activities that nod to a year of successful programming. We will be bringing out the “Greatest Hits” of our programs and events including children’s activities, yoga, musical performances, free cupcakes and Cary’s first ever drone light show arranged by Sky Elements. It will be a day full of celebrations! Please note that Academy St. will be closed from Dry Ave. to Park St. from 12:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. on November 16. Visit here for the full schedule of birthday activities! Know Before You Go This event is free and open to the public. Bring your own chairs and blankets for a comfortable viewing experience during the performances. 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.

Andy Hendrickson (Headliner) Andy Hendrickson is a comedian and writer that built his career in New York City. He now resides in Los Angeles. He has a clever, conversational style that has been engaging audiences for over 20 years. Andy has a matter-of-fact sense of humor and specializes in highlighting life’s silly details. One reviewer said it best, “He’s the exasperated guy next door.” He’s had multiple TV appearances including The Late Show with David Letterman and The Late Late Show on CBS. He also had a Dry Bar comedy special available online and streaming. Jason Allen King (Opener) Jason Allen King is a comedian, writer, actor, filmmaker, and birdwatcher from Charlotte, NC. Drawing on his personal experiences, King delivers a sharp perspective on everyday life with a dash of self-deprecation. Fresh off his Dry Bar Comedy Special “Nobody’s Emergency Contact,” he's back on tour, having opened for comedy greats like Josh Blue, Ryan Hamilton, Fortune Feimster, and Pauly Shore. Voted Best Charlotte Comedian by Queen City Nerve, twice voted Charlotte’s Favorite Comedian by Elevate Magazine, and featured in It’s A Southern Thing’s "15 Southern Comics to Watch," King continues to captivate audiences nationwide. As the Host and Producer of The Comedy Zone Podcast, he interviews top comedians while writing and performing sketches. He also stars in the video series “George & Monty,” which screened at the L.A. Comedy Shorts Festival. King's film credits include award-winning projects like "Pink" (Amazon Prime) and "Little Package" (YouTube). As a writer/producer, he has contributed to feature films and national campaigns for brands like NASCAR, Dirt Devil, and the Alzheimer’s Association. Tickets and Info 

Masquerade: a pretense... a disguise... a transformation? Opening with Nicole Piunno's Bright Shadow Fanfare--this program is both fiery and mysterious, sentimental and quixotic. Gustav Holst's Hammersmith anchors this classic wind-band work in vivid memories of a colorful British town on the Thames river while Luis Serrano Alarcon's Invocación transforms an earlier piano work by Isaac Albéniz into a fiery Latin ritual dance. The concert suite Deliverance by Etienne Crausaz is a cinematic combination of the opposite qualities of lightheartedness and grandiosity. For tickets and information: https://www.trianglewind.org/masquerade-nov-17-2024.html

Enjoy Board Games in the Park, where you can gather with friends and family for an evening of delightful competition and fun. Indulge in the fantastic food and beverage offerings from Market 317. With tables, chairs, and games provided, this family-friendly space is the perfect setting to roll the dice, strategize, and enjoy a memorable night of tabletop gaming camaraderie. Know Before You Go This is a drop-in program. This program 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.

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the winter 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.

The Triangle Youth Jazz Lab, Triangle Youth Jazz Band, Triangle Youth Jazz Orchestra, and the Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble will perform jazz favorites. Come hear these award-winning students live in concert! For Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/44738211/triangle-youth-music-2024-fall-string-orchestra-concert-cary-cary-arts-center  

The Triangle Youth Jazz Lab, Triangle Youth Jazz Band, Triangle Youth Jazz Orchestra, and the Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble will perform jazz favorites. Come hear these award-winning students live in concert! For Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/90964231/triangle-youth-music-2024-fall-jazz-concert-cary-cary-arts-center  

Join the Cary Farmers Market for the winter 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.

Join the members of the Fine Arts League of Cary for their annual Member Show at the Page-Walker. Awards will be presented towards the end of the event. Also meet wood artist Ralph Souder. For more information visit Gallery Exhibitions.