Families are invited to a Back to School Jamboree at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a free event. There will be bounce houses, entertainment, crafts and more. Free lunch boxes and water bottles are available to students while supplies last. … [Read more...] about Back to School Jamboree at Chavis Park Aug 16 — free lunch boxes and water bottles
Music at Mill Bridge (Wake Forest / Rolesville)
The Town of Rolesville spring concert series, Music at Mill Bridge, has been modified due to construction at the park. It will take place just two dates in the fall (see below.) The spring concert will return in 2026. The concerts take place at Mill Bridge Nature Park Amphitheatre, 425 Nature Park Drive, Wake Forest, NC. Enjoy free outdoor concerts from this 200-seat open-air … [Read more...] about Music at Mill Bridge (Wake Forest / Rolesville)
Bright Leaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 16
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, hosts several free or inexpensive events throughout the year. Here's one that's coming up: Bright Leaf Harvest DaySaturday, August 16, 202510 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Celebrate North Carolina farming culture and history at Duke Homestead! Duke Homestead will be harvesting their tobacco out of the field and demonstrating the process … [Read more...] about Bright Leaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead August 16
Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more on Aug. 16
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is presenting a Community Book Bag Giveaway for local students. It takes place on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hargraves Community Center, 216 Roberson Street, Chapel Hill. In addition to the annual bookbag give away there will be food, free haircuts and braids, activities, live entertainment and more! Bring your lawn chair or … [Read more...] about Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more on Aug. 16
CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 16
The Raleigh-Durham AfroCaribbean-Association presents the Annual CaribMask Carnival Parade and Festival Village on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 12 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. The parade starts at 12 p.m. at the North Carolina State Capitol, and proceeds to the festival village, which is at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. The festival village and main stage entertainment will … [Read more...] about CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 16
Jazzin’ at Sweetwater — live music with John Brown Trio Aug. 15
Shop Local Raleigh is presenting Jazzin' @ Sweetwater on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:3 p.m., at Sweetwater, 2701 Lanview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy live music from the John Brown Trio. In addition, shop from vendors, and purchase food, wine, beer and cocktails. Bring your chairs and blankets. … [Read more...] about Jazzin’ at Sweetwater — live music with John Brown Trio Aug. 15
Taste of WEBB: an evening of food, art, music, and more in Pittsboro
WEBB Squared is a non-profit that provides free coaching, training and support to people starting or growing a business, especially those in rural areas. In celebration of National Black Business Month, WEBB Squared is presenting A Taste of WEBB: An evening of food, art, music, and more, on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at 79 West Innovation Hub, 120 Mosaic Blvd, Pittsboro, … [Read more...] about Taste of WEBB: an evening of food, art, music, and more in Pittsboro
Durham Third Friday in the Loose Leaf Gallery in Durham Food Hall
Loose Leaf Gallery, upstairs in the Durham Food Hall, 530 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, is featuring the exhibit "Wild Things and Found Things," for Third Friday, on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. It's free to attend. Please RSVP. Please note that the gallery is accessible only via stairs. Join us for a playful, powerful exhibition featuring work by three Durham … [Read more...] about Durham Third Friday in the Loose Leaf Gallery in Durham Food Hall
5 Points Gallery in Durham: Bullish on Art — Members Showcase Aug. 15
5 Points Gallery, at 109 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, features work from contemporary artists who live and work locally. Works include paintings, drawings, fused glass, sculptures and mixed media artworks. On Friday, August 15, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., 5 Points is hosting Bullish on Art: Members Showcase from 6 to 9 p.m. The exhibition features paintings, sculpture, fused glass, … [Read more...] about 5 Points Gallery in Durham: Bullish on Art — Members Showcase Aug. 15
Weekend of Comedy Improv with The Unintentionals in August
The Unintentionals, a local improv comedy troupe, has several shows coming up. They're all family friendly and low-priced. All of these events take place at TR Studio, 3027 Barrow Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Upcoming Shows Improv Showdown! - Improv Comedy ShowDate & Time: Friday, August 15, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m.Location: TR Studio (3027 Barrow Drive, Raleigh, NC)Cost: $10 for … [Read more...] about Weekend of Comedy Improv with The Unintentionals in August
