This fall, let NC By Train take you to fairs, festivals and other fun events. Skip the hassle of driving and take advantage of NC By Train’s Piedmont line that offers daily service to some of the most exciting activities and events of the season.
September
Experience Charlotte in a whole new way during the Charlotte International Arts Festival. This multi-week celebration transforms Uptown with visual art, live performances, interactive installations and cultural experiences from artists around the world.
Immerse yourself in the sounds of jazz and blues at the John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival. Held in downtown High Point, this annual festival celebrates the legacy of North Carolina music icon John Coltrane with renowned artists, local vendors, food and family-friendly activities.
Celebrate 60 years of one of North Carolina's most beloved traditions along the scenic Eno River. This special anniversary event features live music, local artists, food vendors, and family activities while honoring the region's natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Planning a trip to Greensboro this fall? Take NC By Train to the North Carolina Folk Festival, a free three-day celebration of music, dance, art and culture in downtown Greensboro. Featuring live performances, interactive activities, local food vendors and artists from across the country. The NC Folk Festival is one of Greensboro's premier annual events.
Freedom Park transforms into an outdoor celebration of art, music, and community during this longtime Charlotte tradition. Browse works from talented artists, enjoy live performances, sample local food and explore one of the city's favorite fall festivals.
Sip, savor and explore one of Charlotte's premier culinary events by taking NC By Train to the Queen City. The Wine + Food Festival features more than 100 wines, chef demonstrations, live music and food from some of the region's favorite restaurants, making it the perfect fall getaway for food lovers.
October
Presented by NC By Train and the North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild, Fall is the perfect time to explore North Carolina's craft beer scene by rail. With Ale Trail By Rail, travelers can discover breweries, taprooms and other local flavors throughout the Piedmont. Celebrate North Carolina Beer Month this October and make the journey part of the experience with NC By Train.
This free downtown Raleigh event features live music with many outdoor stages, art and food vendors that bring together bluegrass, folk and other traditional music genres. Take NC By Train to Raleigh Union Station and enjoy the festival without worrying about parking and road closures.
Downtown Salisbury comes alive during Buskers' Bash as street performers, musicians, magicians and entertainers transform the streets into an open-air stage. Make the journey part of the fun with NC By Train, then enjoy free performances, local shops, restaurants and family-friendly entertainment throughout downtown.
Ride NC By Train to Cary and experience a taste of Germany at one of the Triangle's largest Oktoberfest celebrations. Enjoy authentic German food, traditional music, local and imported beers, family activities and cultural entertainment in a festive atmosphere.
Sample craft beers from breweries across North Carolina and beyond at downtown Salisbury's Bell Tower BREWFEST. Make the journey part of the celebration with NC By Train, then enjoy live music, local food vendors and a festive atmosphere perfect for a fall getaway.
Take NC By Train to Salisbury and spend the weekend exploring Salisbury's most beautiful historic homes during this nationally recognized annual OctoberTour. Visitors can explore stunning architecture, beautifully preserved interiors and the rich history that makes Salisbury one of North Carolina's most charming historic communities.
NC By Train and Amtrak make it easy to experience one of North Carolina's favorite fall traditions. During the N.C. State Fair, special train service includes four daily stops at the fairgrounds, conveniently located just outside Gate 1.
Leave the traffic and parking behind, then sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. Passengers can board in Charlotte, Kannapolis, Salisbury, High Point, Greensboro, Burlington, Durham and Cary making the fair more accessible than ever by train.
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Let NC By Train take you to one of North Carolina's favorite fall traditions. Skip the traffic and parking and enjoy a comfortable ride to the Lexington Barbecue Festival. On festival day, NC By Train offers special service to a temporary stop just one block from all the barbecue, live entertainment, local vendors and festival fun.
Stretching across 10 blocks of Uptown Lexington, this free annual festival brings together hundreds of vendors, award-winning Lexington-style barbecue and thousands of visitors for a day that's uniquely in North Carolina. Passengers can board in Charlotte, Kannapolis, Salisbury, High Point, Greensboro, Burlington, Durham, Cary and Raleigh.
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