From a Diwali celebration and a harvest cooking demonstration to Halloween movies and trunk-or-treat, Cary, NC events this week offer several ways to enjoy the final days of October.
The October 26–31, 2026 lineup also includes town government meetings, cultural programming and a sustainable mobility event. Here’s the day-by-day guide to things to do in Cary this week.
Monday, October 26
Downtown Cary Park Diwali Celebration
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Downtown Cary Park
Start the week with the Downtown Cary Park Diwali Celebration. The Festival of Lights celebration is a highlight for residents and visitors looking for community events in Cary.
Planning and Zoning Board
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Follow local planning discussions at the Planning and Zoning Board meeting. Check the town’s official calendar for the agenda, meeting location and participation details.
Tuesday, October 27
Town Council Work Session
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Stay connected with town government through the Cary Town Council Work Session. Review the official agenda for discussion topics, meeting location and viewing options.
Wednesday, October 28
Economic Development Committee
Time: 5:15 p.m.
The Economic Development Committee meets Wednesday afternoon. Consult the town calendar for the agenda and meeting details.
Cultural Arts Committee
Time: 6 p.m.
Follow Cary’s cultural arts committee work at Wednesday evening’s meeting. Check the official listing for the agenda and location.
Harvest Cooking Demo
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Add a seasonal food event to the evening with the Harvest Cooking Demo. Check the organizer’s listing for the venue, admission and any registration requirements.
The Spider Labyrinth
Time: 7 p.m.
The Spider Labyrinth joins Wednesday’s lineup as Halloween approaches. Consult the event listing for its format, location, admission and age guidance.
Carolina Dance Theater Presentation
Time: 7 p.m.
Carolina Dance Theater appears on Wednesday’s evening calendar. The supplied listing does not include the production title or venue; confirm the full event details before attending.
Thursday, October 29
Move Green: Exploring Sustainable Mobility in Cary
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Explore sustainable mobility at this Thursday morning event. Check the official listing for the location, program details and registration information.
Cary Police Department Trunk or Treat
Time: 5:30 p.m.
The Cary Police Department’s Trunk or Treat offers a Halloween-week outing for families. Confirm the location, event end time and participation details with the organizer.
Tucker and Dale vs. Evil
Time: 7 p.m.
The horror-comedy title joins Thursday’s entertainment lineup. Check the event listing for the venue, tickets and film rating before attending.
Friday, October 30
The Rocky Horror Picture Show — Movie Party
Time: Check the event listing
The Rocky Horror Picture Show — Movie Party appears on Friday’s calendar. Confirm the start time, venue, ticket availability, age policies and audience participation rules.
Cary Town Band Presentation
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Cary Town Band rounds out Friday’s listed entertainment. The supplied calendar does not include the program title or venue, so check the complete listing for those details and admission information.
Saturday, October 31
The Rocky Horror Picture Show — Movie Party
Time: Check the event listing
The Rocky Horror Picture Show — Movie Party is also listed for Halloween night. Review Saturday’s event details for the specific start time, venue, tickets and attendance policies.
Plan Your Week in Cary
Start with Monday’s Diwali celebration at Downtown Cary Park, then explore Wednesday’s harvest cooking demonstration and evening cultural options. Thursday brings a sustainable mobility event, trunk-or-treat and a horror-comedy movie option.
Movie fans can also look into the two Rocky Horror Movie Party listings, while residents following town government can keep the week’s board, committee and Town Council meetings on their calendars.
This guide is based on the supplied calendar. Some listings did not include complete titles, venues, admission prices or registration requirements. Confirm current details with the Town of Cary or the event organizer before attending.
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