Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival to downtown Cary, here's what to expect

CARY, N.C. (WTVD) -- The Town of Cary is set to celebrate creativity and community at the 49th Annual Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, taking place on the Cary Town Hall Campus in Downtown Cary on August 23-24. From 9 am to 5 pm, the two-day event brings together more than 250 artists from across the country, along with live performances, food, and activities for all ages.

In addition to festival favorites like the Lazy Lounge and Beer Garden, this year's event introduces several exciting new features:

• Demo Daze at Downtown Cary Park - Friday, August 22 from 6-9 p.m. Visitors can enjoy an evening preview before the main festival begins, with live artist demonstrations and interactive activities in Cary's new Downtown Cary Park.
• The Chalk Walk - Thirteen interactive street paintings will connect the festival grounds to Downtown Cary Park, providing an immersive visual experience for attendees.
• Kid Collectors Market - Returning for its second year, this unique shopping opportunity allows children ages 6-12 to purchase artwork just for them. Art is donated by festival artists and tickets are just $5. Proceeds benefit Cary's Play it Forward scholarship. It's a fun, confidence-building way for kids to engage with art and support working artists. No parents allowed.
• Quiet Hours - Sunday from 9-11 a.m. will offer a more sensory-friendly festival experience, designed for attendees who prefer a calm and quiet atmosphere to explore the art and activities.
• Updated Shuttle Location - The festival's free Park & Ride shuttle service will operate from a new location at South Hills Plaza, providing convenient, no-cost transportation directly to the event entrance on both days.

For more details and a full schedule of events, click here.

ABC11 is a proud sponsor of the 2025 Cary Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival.