EVENTS
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OUT&ABOUT DINE & DRAFT
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SIGHTINGS
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MARCH FESTIVAL OF LEGENDS: THE MYSTIC CIRCUS
March 7–25 4420 Louis Stephens Drive, Cary Known as the “Stick Wizard,” Patrick Dougherty has shaped tree branches into awe–inspiring installations all over the world. Dougherty and his team of volunteers will create a monumental sculpture at Carpenter Park in Cary that is sure to generate wonder and amazement before eventually giving way to the elements.
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Photo courtesy of Philip Ravencroft
“VAN GOGH: THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE”
March 31–June 12 Raleigh; location to be announced Encounter the brilliance of one of history’s greatest artists in 360 degrees. “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience,” is a light and sound spectacular featuring two-story projections of the artist’s most compelling works.
vangoghexpo.com/raleigh
FOLLOW ME TO FUQUAY–VARINA CONCERT SERIES April 7 and 21, 6:30–9:30 p.m. Centennial Square 102 N. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina Settle in for a night of great music, local brews and food truck fare in the heart of downtown Fuquay-Varina.
April 2, noon–5 p.m. 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary Throw on a sombrero and head to Koka Booth Amphitheatre for mariachi bands, dueling margarita bars, mezcals, 60-plus craft beers, a hot pepper eating contest, and tacos and nachos galore.
cary.tacosntaps.com
“VISION AND VIEW: CHAPEL HILL GARDEN TOUR”
April 23, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; April 24, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Select locations in Chapel Hill Tour six beautiful gardens— ranging from historic to modern, mountaintop to lakeside—that have been thoughtfully created by passionate and visionary gardeners. The tour is presented by the Chapel Hill Garden Club.
chapelhillgardenclub.net/2020-tour-home-page
April 24, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 200 W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs Unleash your creativity and turn Holly Springs Cultural Arts Center’s sidewalks into a canvas of color. Artists ages 6 and older will be divided into three age groups. Reserve one square for $15 or two squares for $25. The public can vote for its favorite designs on the town’s Facebook page.
hollyspringsnc.us/2151/chalk-the-walk
Photo courtesy of Alycat Photography
TACOS ’N TAPS
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April 23, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; April 24, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 2908 Optimist Farm Road, Apex Revel in the majesty of the Middle Ages at this two-day festival featuring fairies, fiddlers and jousting knights. Watch as circus groups perform astounding feats, try your hand at axe-throwing, let the kids’ imaginations soar in the Children’s Glen, and shop the wares of more than 70 artisans. Photo courtesy of Paul Cory
PATRICK DOHERTY: COMMUNITY RESIDENCY & SAPLING SCULPTURE PROJECT
SPRING DAZE ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL
April 30, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Fred G. Bond Metro Park 801 High House Road, Cary This annual festival showcases the talents of 170 North Carolina artists and offers entertainment on four stages, a beer garden, large-scale whirligigs from sculptor Julia Gartrell and Cary’s Earth Day celebration.
townofcary.org
CARY’S DOWNTOWN CHOWDOWN
April 10, 12:30–5 p.m. Downtown Cary Eat to your heart’s content as some of the Triangle’s best food trucks line Academy Street. Local musicians and beer and wine vendors round out the event.
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BY JAN IC E LE WIN E
Be sure to check the websites for the events listed here before you head out to ensure they are still taking place.