Packapalooza
NC State's premier street festival and block party celebrates the start of the academic year with live performances on multiple stages, vendor booths, family-friendly activities, food, and a fireworks finale.
- When
- Aug 22, 2026
- Where
- Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina
- Est. attendance
- 90,000
- Organizer
- Packapalooza™
About this event
NC State's premier street festival and block party celebrates the start of the academic year with live performances on multiple stages, vendor booths, family-friendly activities, food, and a fireworks finale. Drawing over 90,000 attendees, this Hillsborough Street event brings together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members for an all-day celebration.
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