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Carolina Culture Food Fest

Date: Sun, Sep 27, 2026

Time: Noon-6pm

Venue: Moore Square, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Family

Get ready for an unforgettable day of food, culture, community, and interactive experiences at the Carolina Culture Food Fest! Join us in the heart of Downtown Raleigh as we bring together some of the Carolina's best food trucks, marketplace vendors, nonprofit organizations, and community partners for a one-of-a-kind festival celebrating everything that makes the Carolinas special. Whether you're discovering your new favorite food truck, shopping with local businesses, competing in exciting activities, or spending quality time with family and friends, there's something for everyone. This is more than a food festival; it's a celebration of culture, entrepreneurship, and community. Come hungry. Leave connected. This is a family-friendly event.

Raleigh Mom Club — Raleigh, NC

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Carolina Culture Food Fest

“Bring a picnic blanket to claim a spot on the lawn while the kids play.”

When
This Sunday
Sun, Sep 27, 2026
Noon-6pm
Where
Moore Square
Raleigh, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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The Carolina Culture Food Fest is an outdoor community gathering in downtown Raleigh featuring regional food trucks, local business vendors, and interactive activities. It brings together neighborhood businesses and residents for an afternoon of eating and shopping in the park. If you are planning to go, Moore Square is best suited for toddlers through teens because of the open green space and nearby paved walking paths. Admission is free, but you will want to bring card or cash for the food trucks and market stalls. Street parking is free on Sundays in downtown Raleigh, or you can use the City Market parking deck located right next to the square. Pack a picnic blanket so you can claim a spot on the lawn to eat. This festival makes a solid Sunday outing because it combines lunch with an easy way to support local businesses. The central location means you can easily walk to nearby museums or grab a coffee downtown after you finish eating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the best place to park for Moore Square events?
Street parking is free throughout downtown Raleigh on Sundays. If you prefer a garage, the Moore Square Deck and the City Market Deck are both located immediately adjacent to the park.

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Carolina Culture Food Fest runs Sun, Sep 27, 2026, Noon-6pm.

Getting There

Moore Square is at 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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Nothing but the kids — this one's free, with no tickets to buy.

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