Raleigh Tea Festival: Tastings & Workshops at Maywood Hall & Garden
A sip-happy day of tastings, workshops, and tea discoveries.
Shannon
March 16, 2026
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Tea lovers, this one’s steeped with potential. The first-ever Raleigh Tea Festival arrives at Maywood Hall & Garden on March 22 from 9 AM to 3 PM, bringing together tea vendors from across the country for tastings, workshops, and a full day of flavor exploration. Your $18 ticket includes a tasting cup and plenty of samples while you wander between booths, demos, and wellness experiences. Curious which teas you’ll discover? Grab your ticket here before the kettles start whistling.
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