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Love Raleigh Festival and Market Nov 7: Friendsgiving Celebration and Holiday Season Kickoff

Date: Sat, Nov 7, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Venue: Various Locations in Raleigh, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Markets

NC Vibes is bringing Love Raleigh Festival and Market to Moore Square, 201 South Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Come together with friends, family, and neighbors to celebrate Friendsgiving, support local businesses, and officially kick off the holiday season. Shop from local vendors, makers, artisans, and small businesses while getting an early start on your holiday shopping. Enjoy delicious food and drinks, live music and entertainment, family activities, and a festive community atmosphere in the heart of Downtown Raleigh. The festival will also include a special Veterans tribute and recognition as we honor those who have served our country. Come spend the day celebrating everything we love about Raleigh while supporting the people and small businesses that make our community special.

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Love Raleigh Festival and Market Nov 7: Friendsgiving Celebration and Holiday Season Kickoff

“Park in the Wilmington Street deck for the shortest walk with a stroller.”

When
Nov 7
Sat, Nov 7, 2026
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Where
Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
Ages
All ages
Price
Free
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Love Raleigh Festival and Market Nov 7: Friendsgiving Celebration and Holiday Season Kickoff
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The Love Raleigh Festival and Market is a downtown community gathering at Moore Square featuring local artisans, food vendors, live music, and a tribute to veterans. Organized by NC Vibes, this autumn event serves as a neighborhood Friendsgiving celebration and an early start to the holiday shopping season. If you are heading downtown, expect a busy but stroller-friendly layout across the grassy areas of Moore Square. Admission is free, though you will want to bring card or cash for the food trucks and local vendor booths. Parking is available in the hourly City of Raleigh decks surrounding the park, such as the Moore Square Deck on South Wilmington Street. This is a highly walkable afternoon outing where you can support North Carolina makers while the kids burn off energy in the park. It is an easy, low-stress way to spend a Saturday outdoors before the winter rush begins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the event located and where should I park?
The festival takes place at Moore Square in downtown Raleigh. The most convenient parking is in the Moore Square Parking Deck located at 233 S. Wilmington Street, just a short walk from the event.
Are there activities for children at this market?
Yes, the event includes dedicated activities for children alongside the live music and vendor booths, and the park itself offers open green space for kids to move around.

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Love Raleigh Festival and Market Nov 7: Friendsgiving Celebration and Holiday Season Kickoff runs Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM.

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What to Bring

  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot
  • Cash for vendors — some stalls don't take cards

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