Fireworks Spectacular food truck vendor applications now accepted
The Town of Wake Forest is accepting applications from food truck vendors interested in participating in the 2026 Fireworks Spectacular through Monday, March 30. The online application is available at...
WFPD to host Drug Take Back Event at Wegmans April 25
WAKE FOREST, NC - The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) is participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s 2026 National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at...
Town seeks volunteers for Creek Week Stream Cleanup March 21
WAKE FOREST, NC - The Town of Wake Forest and the Clean Water Education Partnership (CWEP) will celebrate Regional Creek Week (March 14-21) by hosting a Stream Cleanup of Spring Branch Creek on...
Luke Vandergriff to present free performance of “Pepito & The Trash Cans” March 28 at Alston-Massenburg Center
WAKE FOREST, NC – The Public Art Commission (PAC) is inviting community members to a free performance of “Pepito & The Trash Cans” featuring Luke Vandergriff on Saturday, March 28, at 10 a.m. at the...
Registration underway for Popsicle Stick House-Building Contest as part of Building Safety Month Kick-Off April 25
The Inspections Department is hosting a Popsicle Stick House-Building Contest as part of this year’s Building Safety Month Kick-Off. Young people ages 7 and under, 8-9, and 10-11 are invited to build...
Friday Night on White wins 2026 Maggy Award for Best Local Event or Festival
WAKE FOREST, NC – Friday Night on White (FNOW) is the 2026 Wake Living Maggy Award winner for Best Local Event or Festival. Known for showcasing the best of Wake County, the Maggy Awards are...
Easter Eggstravaganza returns to Joyner Park March 28
The PRCR Department will host the 2026 Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road. This free family event offers a fresh approach to...
Tickets still available for this weekend’s Wake Forest Film Festival
The Wake Forest Renaissance Centre will host the 2026 Wake Forest Film Festival on Friday and Saturday, March 6-7. Over 20 vibrant and diverse works will be featured during this year’s event. This...
Wake Forest Police to host “Cover the Cruiser” Special Olympics Fundraiser at Sam’s Club March 14
WAKE FOREST, NC – The Wake Forest Police Department (WFPD) is inviting residents to “Cover the Cruiser” to raise money for Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC). Weather permitting, on Saturday...
Saturday’s Minority & Women-Owned Business Expo to feature over 35 local vendors
The HRC will host the 2026 Minority & Women-Owned Business Expo on Saturday, Feb. 28, from 1-4 p.m. at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre. Free and open to everyone, the event is designed to increase...
Wake Forest announces band lineup for 2026 Friday Night on White
WAKE FOREST, NC – Friday Night on White (FNOW) returns to downtown Wake Forest on April 10 and continues the second Friday night of each month through September 11. This year’s FNOW will again make...
Wake Forest seeks soloist to perform “National Anthem” during July 3 Fireworks Spectacular
Wake Forest is inviting soloists ages 16 and older to apply to perform the National Anthem during the 2026 Fireworks Spectacular on Friday, July 3. The selected singer will perform the National Anthem...