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Fall Fest: A Celebration of Creative Entrepreneurs

Date: Fri, Nov 13, 2026

Time: 3:30 PM - 8 PM

Venue: Hi-Wire Brewing Durham, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Community

Fall Fest: A Celebration of Creative Entrepreneurs is StepUp Durham’s inaugural community festival celebrating Durham’s creative economy and the artists, makers, designers, artisans, and entrepreneurs who make it thrive. Hosted at Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Fall Fest will bring together creators, neighbors, supporters, and visitors for an afternoon and evening centered on creativity, entrepreneurship, connection, and community. Artists, artisans, makers, designers, entrepreneurs, and other creative businesses will be selling and exhibiting. There is NO FEE to participate, and selling vendors KEEP 100% of their sales! Discover what Durham creates, meet the people behind the work, and help celebrate the talent, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit that make our community extraordinary.

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Community · Durham

Fall Fest: A Celebration of Creative Entrepreneurs

“Arrive by 4 PM to park easily and shop before the Friday evening crowd peaks.”

When
Nov 13
Fri, Nov 13, 2026
3:30 PM - 8 PM
Where
Hi-Wire Brewing Durham
Durham, NC
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
durhamfreekid friendly

Fall Fest: A Celebration of Creative Entrepreneurs is a community market highlighting local artists, designers, and makers at Hi-Wire Brewing in Durham. This inaugural event brings together neighborhood vendors who keep all of their sales proceeds, making it a direct way to support the local creative economy. If you are planning to go, the event runs from late afternoon into the evening, which is perfect for an after-school outing. Admission is free. Hi-Wire is located at the Golden Belt campus, which offers free on-site parking lots, though they can fill up quickly on Friday nights. The venue is spacious and stroller-friendly, and you can easily grab dinner from nearby Golden Belt vendors while you browse. This is a fantastic Friday destination because it combines easy weekend shopping with a relaxed, social atmosphere. You can teach your kids about local businesses, meet the makers behind the products, and enjoy a casual start to the weekend in a spacious indoor-outdoor setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an admission fee for Fall Fest?
No, the event is completely free to attend, and all vendor sales go directly back to the local artists and entrepreneurs.
Where should I park at Hi-Wire Brewing in Durham?
You can park in the dedicated visitor lots at the Golden Belt campus, though arriving early in the evening is recommended to secure a spot close to the building.

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Fall Fest: A Celebration of Creative Entrepreneurs runs Fri, Nov 13, 2026, 3:30 PM - 8 PM.

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Hi-Wire Brewing Durham is in Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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