Indigenous Peoples' Day

This is a Town-Organized event. What does this mean?

Monday, October 12, 2026

Apex Nature Park, 2600 Evans Road
6 pm - 7:30 pm

Indigenous Peoples' Day is a holiday that honors and celebrates the histories and cultures of indigenous peoples in the United States. It is celebrated on the second Monday of October.

This year’s celebration features:

  • Performances and storytelling led by the Triangle Native American Society
  • Friendship dances
  • Food vendors 
  • Craft activities

Thank you to our cultural advisory group, the Triangle Native American Society, for their collaboration and time spent volunteering to bring Indigenous Peoples' Day to the Apex community.

Know Before You Go: 

  • In the case of inclement weather, the event will be canceled. Any weather-related information will be posted on this page.
  • Parking and restrooms are available near the amphitheater.
  • Attendees are encouraged to bring folding / camping chairs.
  • Town staff may be on site during the festival taking photos/video of festival events and attendees



What is the difference between a Community Event and a Town-Organized Event?


Community Events 
This is an event that a non-profit organization runs, pays for, and plans. Town of Apex staff provides an event location (Town Hall Campus, Salem Street, etc.), along with staff from public safety, public works and other departments, as necessary.

Town-Organized Events
This is an event that the Town of Apex creates, pays for, and plans. Town of Apex staff manages the programming, including activities, logistics, and vendors. This is sometimes referred to as a “Town Owned Event”.