{"id":584,"date":"2026-02-23T22:41:38","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T22:41:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/?page_id=584"},"modified":"2026-02-24T03:04:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T03:04:26","slug":"herbfest-wake-forest","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/herbfest-wake-forest\/","title":{"rendered":"HerbFest Wake Forest"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Growing With Purpose<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.herbfest.net\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HerbFest-ad-2026-1.jpg?resize=819%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-623\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.7998154272091056;width:417px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HerbFest-ad-2026-1.jpg?resize=819%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 819w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HerbFest-ad-2026-1.jpg?resize=240%2C300&amp;ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HerbFest-ad-2026-1.jpg?resize=768%2C960&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HerbFest-ad-2026-1.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">HerbFest Wake Forest is A Celebration of Plants, Community &amp; the Arts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">April 24-26 &amp; May 1-3, 2026  &#8211; Downtown Wake Forest, NC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Fridays &amp; Saturdays: 9 AM\u20136 PM \u2022 Sundays: 10 AM\u20134 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Free \u2022 Family-Friendly \u2022 Outdoor \u2022 Rain or Shine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1002\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Herb-Promo-pic.jpg?resize=1024%2C1002&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-585\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.0219623642706235;width:249px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Herb-Promo-pic.jpg?resize=1024%2C1002&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Herb-Promo-pic.jpg?resize=300%2C293&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Herb-Promo-pic.jpg?resize=768%2C751&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Herb-Promo-pic.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>HerbFest Wake Forest returns to historic downtown Wake Forest for its 27th year. Each spring, this beloved biannual lifestyle festival brings together thousands of gardeners, homeowners, cooks, families, and plant lovers from across the region. Together they gather to celebrate plants, community, and the arts, all while <a href=\"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/donating-for-cultural-performing-arts\/\" title=\"\">supporting the GJCAE<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With one of the largest selections of organic herbs, heirloom vegetables, perennials, and native plants in the area, HerbFest is more than a plant sale.  Instead, it\u2019s a vibrant celebration of healthy living, gardening, and community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf31 <strong>Festival Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At HerbFest you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> A huge variety of <strong>organic, non-GMO herbs and heirloom vegetables<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beautiful <strong>native plants and perennials<\/strong> for your landscape<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <strong>Expert tips and education<\/strong> on growing, cooking, and using herbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A vibrant marketplace of vendors offering handcrafted gifts, garden art, specialty foods and one of a kind artisan finds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Live music<\/strong> \u2014 including the award winning Franklin Academy Jazz Band<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Family activities<\/strong>, including face painting by local student artists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Local <strong>refreshments and food vendors<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As you explore, you\u2019ll discover new plants, meet fellow gardeners, and enjoy a festive spring atmosphere in the heart of downtown Wake Forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"589\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HerbFest-2019-customer-chats-with-MG-volunteers.jpg?resize=640%2C589&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-586\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.0865917365838214;width:305px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HerbFest-2019-customer-chats-with-MG-volunteers.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/HerbFest-2019-customer-chats-with-MG-volunteers.jpg?resize=300%2C276&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>HerbFest &amp; GJCAE: Growing Community Together<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"498\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Franklin-Academy-Jazz-Band.jpg?resize=1024%2C498&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-587\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2.0563519525457243;width:510px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Franklin-Academy-Jazz-Band.jpg?resize=1024%2C498&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Franklin-Academy-Jazz-Band.jpg?resize=300%2C146&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Franklin-Academy-Jazz-Band.jpg?resize=768%2C373&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Franklin-Academy-Jazz-Band.jpg?w=1405&amp;ssl=1 1405w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Franklin Academy Jazz Band<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>HerbFest is the <em>primary fundraising event<\/em> for the <strong>Graham Johnson Cultural Arts Endowment<\/strong> (GJCAE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Because of this, every purchase made at HerbFest helps supports meaningful community initiatives, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Arts education programs in local schools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public art projects throughout the community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural initiatives that bring creativity and learning to Wake Forest and the surrounding area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, your attendance does more than support a local festival \u2014 it helps strengthen arts and culture in our community. <strong>Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/our-vision\/\" title=\"\">mission of the GJCAE<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Attend HerbFest Wake Forest?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Each year, thousands of visitors attend HerbFest Wake Forest to discover unique plants and gather fresh ideas for their gardens. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting your first kitchen herb garden, HerbFest offers inspiration. In addition, families enjoy live music, hands on activities and a welcoming community atmosphere in historic downtown Wake Forest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Location<\/strong><br>530 S. White Street<br>Wake Forest, NC 27587<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">For detailed information and event schedules please visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.herbfest.net\" title=\"\">www.HerbFest.net<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Growing With Purpose HerbFest Wake Forest is A Celebration of Plants, Community &amp; the Arts April 24-26 &amp; May 1-3, 2026 &#8211; Downtown Wake Forest, NC Fridays &amp; Saturdays: 9 AM\u20136 PM \u2022 Sundays: 10 AM\u20134 PM Free \u2022 Family-Friendly \u2022 Outdoor \u2022 Rain or Shine HerbFest Wake Forest returns to historic downtown Wake Forest [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-584","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/584","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=584"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/584\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":624,"href":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/584\/revisions\/624"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gjcae.org\/creative-life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=584"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}