PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — Festival season is here in Eastern North Carolina. Here is a list of events for the month of April.
GREENVILLE:
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WHAT: Returning for its 19th year, the streets will be filled with fine arts, live music, sword fighting, costumed pirates, and much more! There will be plenty of tomfoolery for the whole family.
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WHEN: April 25, 2026. 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
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WHERE: Town Common Park, 267 E 1st Street, Greenville, NC 27858
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WHAT: The 41st Annual Pigskin Pig-Out will again feature a weekend of barbecue with the famous pig cookin’ contest, tailgating with friends and family, PeeDee’s birthday party, and carnival-like fun for all ages.
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WHEN: 4/17/2026, 4/18/2026. 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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WHERE: ECU Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. 100 Ficklen Drive, Greenville, NC 27835
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WHAT: Sup Dogs annual Doggie Jams returns to Five Points Plaza. Jam out to music from A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, TWINSICK, and Country Night and grab a bite or sip from Sup Dogs and Crush Vodka!
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WHEN: Friday, April 10, 2026. 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
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WHERE: Five Points Plaza, 500 Evans Street, Greenville, NC, USA
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2nd Annual Greenville Greek Festival
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WHAT: Authentic Greek Food, Greek Market & Traditional Greek Music & Dancing.
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WHEN: 4/17/2026, 4/18/2026. 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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WHERE: Holy Cross Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church. 5799 NC-33, Grimesland, NC 27837.
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GRIFTON:
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WHAT: The Grifton Shad Festival is one of the most time-honored and longest-running festivals in all of North Carolina. Come out and enjoy several days of Down East Hospitality.
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FARMVILLE:
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WHAT: Held on the charming town commons, this lively weekend brings together arts and crafts vendors, local music, carnival rides, family activities, and plenty of delicious festival food.
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WHEN: 4/23 – 4/26. 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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WHERE: Farmville Town Commons. 3672 North Main Street, Farmville, NC 27828
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BEAUFORT:
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WHAT: The event features celebrity chefs, wine tastings with unique vintages from all over the world, cooking demonstrations and classes, unique recipes, and much more.
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WHEN: April 16th – April 19th
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NEW BERN:
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Global Music Festival
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WHAT: FREE EVENT celebrating the many cultures that make up the fabric of New Bern through music, dance, and cuisine.
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WHEN: Friday, April 24. 5 PM.
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WHERE: Union Point Park. 210 E Front St, New Bern, NC 28560.
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