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Carolina CryptidCon Tour: Mermaids to Mothman
Date and Time
July 24-25, 2026, Fri. - Sat. 11am-9pm
Organizer
Uwharrie Bigfoot
Venue
Jim Graham Building at North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Location
West Raleigh
Address
1025 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh, NC 27607
(234.2 mi)
Price
$20 Adults ages 11 and up. 10 and under $5.
Description
The Carolina CryptidCon Tour is a unique traveling festival dedicated to the exploration of folklore, mysterious creatures, and urban legends. This event brings together enthusiasts of cryptids like Bigfoot and Mothman for a day of immersive entertainment and community discovery. It serves as a gathering space for those fascinated by the unknown and regional mystery.
Attendees can explore over 300 booths featuring various curiosities, oddities, and unique craft vendors. The schedule includes a mix of daytime DJ sets and evening live music performances. Special entertainment highlights feature roaming performers, an alien on stilts, aerial artists, and a floating squatch display. Families can utilize a dedicated zone equipped with bounce houses, water slides, and a reptile petting zoo. For adults, the evening concludes with a specialized magic show running from 9pm until midnight alongside an onsite beer garden.
This event is designed for individuals and families who enjoy interactive entertainment and niche cultural festivals. The atmosphere is energetic and curated to provide a memorable experience for all attendees. Plan your visit today to join this gathering of cryptid fans and performers for a full day of excitement.
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