What is North Carolina Weekend? After a long week of work, chores, and routines, most working people breathe a sigh of relief when Friday arrives. Friday evening is usually dedicated to scouring the newspaper or weekly magazines for something enjoyable to do Saturday and Sunday. Wherever you live in North Carolina, chances are nearby a music festival, a craft show, a barbecue or a street fair is waiting for you on the weekend. Whether it's 5 or 50 miles away, there's a myriad of possibilities to make you look forward to the end of the week.