Cary Downtown Winter Farmers Market
A crisp Saturday morning for local produce, baking and pantry treats.
Things to do in Cary: markets, parks and evening events
Cary offers an easy mix of a downtown outing and a bigger evening plan. Check where each activity takes place: downtown events, Bond Park and Koka Booth Amphitheatre are separate destinations.
NC Chinese Lantern Festival
Walk into glowing larger-than-life lantern scenes beside Symphony Lake.
Taste of China Festival
Follow the aromas to Chinese food, cultural performances and family activities.
One Tribe Drum Circle & Fire Show
Start with community drumming, stay for fire spinning. An easy evening to try something different without an admission bill.
A downtown start
Browse the Cary Downtown Farmers Market and its seasonal Saturday hours. Dated downtown activities can add a market, performance or family event, but food and shopping are normally extra.
Plan an evening around your ticket
The Chinese Lantern Festival at Koka Booth is a paid walk-through event with ticket options that vary by date. Read entry times, parking information and weather updates before leaving. A free event such as the Cary drum circle has its own schedule and location.
Before you go
Is the Chinese Lantern Festival free?
No. It is ticketed, with prices and entry options determined by the date and session. Check the official ticket page.
Is every Cary activity downtown?
No. Confirm the venue address: Koka Booth Amphitheatre and Bond Park are separate from downtown Cary.