Ritmo Latino Festival
Saturday, May 9, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Downtown Cary
diamanteartsculturalcenter.org
Presented by Diamante Arts and Cultural Center — the longest standing Latino Hispanic arts and culture organization in North Carolina — this annual festival brings thousands of people for a celebration of music, food, dance, and art.
Wheels on Academy
Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Downtown Cary
carync.gov/wheels
Roll down to North Academy Street for a showcase of all things automotive. Vintage classics and hot rods join electric vehicles and exotics, and kids can explore vehicles from Cary Public Works, Public Safety, and Fire departments. Live music and food vendors add to the fun.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Saturday, May 16, 10 a.m. to noon
Cedar Fork Community Center, Morrisville
bit.ly/4dgLyxD
Kids 4 to 10 are invited to bring their favorite stuffed friends to the Cedar Fork Community Center for a morning of fun. Decorate stuffed animal outfits, play games, enjoy snacks, and take home a special photo keepsake. $11 residents, $16 nonresidents; preregistration required.
Summer Sizzle
Sunday, May 17, 5–6:30 p.m.
Downtown Cary Park
carytownband.org
The Live & Local! series highlights the creative spirit of our community. Celebrate the start of summer with the debut Downtown Cary Park performance of the Cary Town Band, a hometown favorite since 1987.
The Soccer Tournament
May 27 to June 1
WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary
tst7v7.com
Dubbed “the Coachella of soccer,” this one-of-a-kind tournament experience is back and bigger than ever. This year’s competition will award three $1 million prizes in men’s, women’s, and mixed divisions. Beyond the thrilling 7v7 showdowns on the field, the festival-like atmosphere includes live entertainment, meet and greets, professional youth clinics, a kids’ zone, and an impressive array of international food and drinks. Tickets begin at $30; bundles and VIP experiences available.
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