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SUMMARY:PeakFest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Peak of Good Living at PeakFest\, each year on the first Saturday in May. Downtown Apex is transformed into a giant street fair\, and usually features: \nOver 100 vendors with a wide variety of arts and crafts\nFestival food and food trucks\nLive music and entertainment\nKids Zone with inflatables\nRoving street performers\nKnow Before You Go:\nView the downtown parking map for walkable parking locations.\nThis is a rain or shine event\nSalem Street from Hunter Street to NC 55 will be closed Saturday\, May 3rd from 6 am to 8 pm\nSome parking on Seaboard Street will be closed.\nAdditional accessible parking is available near the Halle Cultural Arts Center and on Seaboard Street. First come\, first served spaces! Vehicles must have an accessible placard or decal in order to access the spaces.\nGoApex Route 1 will run on an alternate schedule. Learn more and view the route\nPets are not allowed within the festival boundaries\nTown staff may be on site during the festival taking photos/video of festival events and attendees
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LOCATION:Downtown Apex\, 220 N Salem Street\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stamped with Love: A Mother’s Day Charm Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Adventures in Bloom: \nLooking for a special way to celebrate Mother’s Day? Whether you’re treating yourself\, spending time with Mom\, or creating a heartfelt gift\, join us for a hands-on metal stamping charm bracelet workshop at Adventures in Bloom! \nIn this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn the basics of stamping on metal while creating a one-of-a-kind charm for a beautiful charm bracelet. With expert guidance from Laura Gerenser\, you’ll have the freedom to design and personalize your own stamped charm\, making it a meaningful keepsake. Each guest will receive a practice piece to get comfortable with the technique\, followed by a charm bracelet with two pre-made charms of their choice and one charm they will stamp themselves. Extra charms will also be available for purchase at the event for those who want to add even more personal flair. \nWhether you’re crafting a gift or making memories with loved ones\, this workshop is the perfect way to add a personal touch to Mother’s Day. Come unleash your creativity and leave with a gorgeous\, custom bracelet to cherish! \nAbout Adventures in Bloom: \nFounded in 2017 by Laura Gerenser\, Adventures in Bloom began as a mobile craft workshop and has since blossomed into a beloved brick-and-mortar creative space in Downtown Apex\, North Carolina. Laura’s vision was to build a “Communal Space for the Creative Adventurer\,” where ideas flourish and local makers thrive. The shop now features handcrafted goods from over 30 artisans and a variety of engaging workshops—including this special Mother’s Day edition of metal stamping!
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/stamped-with-love-a-mothers-day-charm-workshop/
LOCATION:Adventures in Bloom\, 110 N Salem Street\, Apex\, 27502\, United States
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SUMMARY:Apex Love Local Showcase "Spring Edition"
DESCRIPTION:🌸 Spring Into Love Local at the Apex Love Local Showcase! 🌸 \nGet ready for an evening filled with discovery\, fun\, and local flair at the Spring Edition of the Apex Love Local Showcase! Whether you’re hunting for unique gifts or simply want to support the incredible small businesses in your community\, this is the perfect event to kickstart your Spring and Summer shopping – all while celebrating Apex/National Small Business Week. \n✨ What’s in store? \nSip\, Shop\, Taste\, & Explore: Indulge in local treats and beverages\, discover exclusive promotions\, and take advantage of special deals from businesses across Apex\, all in one convenient location of Downtown Apex. \nMeet the Makers and Owners: Mingle with passionate business owners and fellow shoppers\, and experience the best of Apex’s local talent and creativity. \nFun for All: Bring your friends and family along to enjoy the lively atmosphere and find the perfect gifts or treasures to enhance your Spring/Summer adventures. \nWhether you’re browsing for a one-of-a-kind gift or just soaking in the local vibes\, you’ll leave with a smile – and maybe a bag full of local treasures! \n🎉 Don’t miss out on this celebration of all things local! Mark your calendar\, come ready to shop\, sip\, and support our amazing community! \n🔗 Visit www.apexnc.org/Love-Local-Showcase for more info. \n🔗 Visit www.apexnc.org/2037/Downtown-Parking for Downtown Apex Parking information. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! 💖
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/apex-love-local-showcase-spring-edition/
LOCATION:Downtown Apex\, 220 N Salem Street\, Apex\, NC\, 27502\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Apex Economic Development":MAILTO:Colleen.Merays@apexnc.org
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SUMMARY:Geek and Grub Market (Anime Edition)
DESCRIPTION:Grab Your ODM Gear and Increase Your Power Level to 9000 – our hit Anime Market Returns! \nWhere is this month’s event located? \nThe Optimist Farm is at 2908 Optimist Farm Rd\, Apex\, NC 27539. \nWhere Do I Park? \nThere’s plenty of FREE on-site parking\, just follow the signs! \nAre Food and Drinks Available? \nCheck out our food court area! In the food court you’ll find food trucks\, food vendors and our official Geek & Grub Geek Tavern featuring some special Geek themed non-alcoholic mocktails. \nWhere are the Restrooms? \nThere are two porto potties on site and indoor\, handicapped accessible bathrooms located in the HQ Building. \nHow Does the Geektastic Giveaway Work? \nThere’s three ways to get a chance to score a chance to win geektastic prizes: \nPurchase from a vendor and as a thank you\, they will gift you a Geektastic Giveaway Ticket. \nGet a Geektastic Giveaway Ticket from the HQ booth. \nComplete the Scavenger Hunt to earn a Geektastic Giveaway Ticket and a spin on our prize wheel! \nTo redeem your tickets\, split your Geektastic Giveaway Tickets in half and keep one for you and put the other ticket into Gambit (the Giant Cat) at HQ for a chance to win fun prizes throughout the day! Please check the schedule for the giveaway times and be present to claim your loot! \nWhat is the Scavenger Hunt? How Do I Participate in it? Our Geek & Grub Scavenger Hunt is a fun family-friendly activity that attendees can enjoy while shopping. Simply walk around the market and look for our eight hidden gambits (hidden in plain sight among vendors)\, once you find them\, snap some pics and return to the HQ Building to spin the prize wheel and redeem your prize! \nWhere Can I Sign Up to be a Vendor at future Geek and Grub Events? You can visit our website to apply for our 2025 Geek & Grub Market Season. \nIs this Event Handicapped Accessible? Yes! There are handicap accessible restrooms on site and a handicapped parking section. \nCan I View the Vendors and Site Map Ahead of Time? \nYes! Visit GeekandGrubMarket.com and view the vendors and site map before the event. \nIs this event dog friendly? \nYes! Leashed\, well-behaved doggies are welcome! Please remember to bring doggy bags to dispose of pet waste.
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/geek-and-grub-market-anime-edition/
LOCATION:The Optimist Farm\, 2908 Optimist Farm Rd\, Apex\, N\, 27539\, United States
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SUMMARY:Senior Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 17 at 3pm and Sunday\, May 18 at 3pm\nVisit the historic Halle Cultural Arts Center for a fun and festive performance by our talented 55+ community! Audiences of all ages will enjoy a variety of scenes and songs while students showcase their skills and passion for the performing arts. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our local community and enjoy some laughter and music. \nTickets are FREE\, but must be reserved. Tickets are available at The Halle Cultural Arts Center\, The John M. Brown Community Center\, and The Apex Senior Center now!
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/senior-showcase/
LOCATION:The Halle Cultural Arts Center\, 237 N. Salem Street\, Apex\, N\, 27502\, United States
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SUMMARY:Senior Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 18 at 3pm\nVisit the historic Halle Cultural Arts Center for a fun and festive performance by our talented 55+ community! Audiences of all ages will enjoy a variety of scenes and songs while students showcase their skills and passion for the performing arts. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our local community and enjoy some laughter and music. \nTickets are FREE\, but must be reserved. Tickets are FREE. You must have a ticket to enter the event. Tickets will become available at The Halle and The Apex Senior Center starting April 1\, 2025.
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/senior-showcase-2/
LOCATION:The Halle Cultural Arts Center\, 237 N. Salem Street\, Apex\, N\, 27502\, United States
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, May 26\, 2025\nDowntown Service Memorial\n9:30 am \nThe annual Memorial Day ceremony honors and remembers U.S. military personnel who lost their lives while serving in the United States Armed Forces. This event typically features members of Apex public safety\, Apex Town Council\, and the Apex community sharing words and holding space for moments of reflection. \nKnow Before You Go \nView the downtown parking map for walkable parking locations.\nThis is a rain or shine event. In case of inclement weather\, the ceremony will move to Apex Fire Station 1 (210 N Salem Street).\nRoad closures (9 am – 11 am): Salem Street from Chatham Street to Center Street; Saunders Street from Commerce Street to Salem Street.\nGoApex Route 1 will operate on an alternative schedule during this event due to the Salem Street closure.\nTown staff may be on site during the festival taking photos/video of festival events and attendees.
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SUMMARY:A Y2K Market: Shop + DIY Like Its 1999
DESCRIPTION:Step into a full-blown Y2K fever dream at our totally nostalgic handmade event! \nSnap a Polaroid\, chat on our AIM wall\, deck out your gear at the Lisa Frank sticker station\, snack on Ring Pops\, rate your faves at the Hot or Not voting station\, score a mystery grab bag\, and craft your own friendship bracelets & puffy paint tote bags—all while shopping from 25 incredible handmade artists and 7 vintage vendors! \n💿✨🛍️ Grab your butterfly clips and flip phone—we’re bringing the ultimate throwback vibes at this handmade event!\nThe party will be going from 10am-3pm. \nParking is free on the street or at the church across the street.
URL:https://exploreapexnc.com/event-single-post-name/a-y2k-market-shop-diy-like-its-1999/
LOCATION:the studio\, 106 W Chatham St\, Apex\, 27502\, United States
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