Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting a Summer Concert Series. It takes place once a month June through August, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. These concerts are free, family-friendly and full of local flavor, including a rotating lineup of food trucks. Pack a blanket or chair and enjoy live music and summer nights. Summer Concert Series in 2025 Jazziando (Latin Jazz)June 14Forest Hills … [Read more...] about Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concert Series
Back 2 School Bash at Faith City Church in Clayton Aug. 9
Faith City Church, 581 Guy Road, Clayton, North Carolina, is hosting a Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a free event. Follow Faith City Church on Facebook for updates. The party includes: … [Read more...] about Back 2 School Bash at Faith City Church in Clayton Aug. 9
Smithfield River Rat Regatta August 9: Build and race a cardboard bat on the Neuse River
The Smithfield River Rat Regatta on the Neuse is scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025, at 10 a.m. Rain date is August 23. This is your chance to test your boat-making skills in a race on the Neuse River! Spots are limited. Participants may pre-register at Smithfield Parks & Recreation Department (600 M Durwood Stephenson Pkway., Smithfield, NC 27577) up until Thursday, August 7th. … [Read more...] about Smithfield River Rat Regatta August 9: Build and race a cardboard bat on the Neuse River
Morrisville becomes S’Morrisville and celebrates s’mores August 9
On Saturday, August 9, 2025, Morrisville will become S'Morrisville, as it celebrates the delicious snacks made famous at campfires everywhere. The celebration takes place at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina, from 4 to 6 p.m. Enjoy s'mores and other treats. Activities Park at Morrisville Elementary School, 1519 Morrisville Parkway, … [Read more...] about Morrisville becomes S’Morrisville and celebrates s’mores August 9
Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Raleigh Fire Museum, 105 Keeter Center Drive in Raleigh, is open just one day a month to the public, although tours can be scheduled other times. If you'd like to just walk in, though, come by the second Saturday of the month, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. It's free to visit. See photos and artifacts that tell the story of the history of firefighting. This is a small museum but it has hundreds … [Read more...] about Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
North Carolina Jerk Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of Jamaican independence and culture. It takes place Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2:30 to 8 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
Farmhouse Jams in Wendell Falls — free concert with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Aug. 9
Wendell Falls, 320 Vintage Point Lane, Wendell, NC, is presenting Farmhouse Jams, a free concert on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Courtney Lynn & Quinn will be performing. Please bring your own chair. Farmhouse Café and food trucks will be serving up tasty eats, or grab a bite beforehand at one of the Treelight Square restaurants. Also, learn more about the amenities … [Read more...] about Farmhouse Jams in Wendell Falls — free concert with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Aug. 9
National Night Out Celebrations in the Triangle
National Night Out is a national community-building event that takes place the first Tuesday in August. (Although not all the National Night Out events happen that day.) National Night Out started in 1984, and now takes place in 16,000 communities. Events are held all over the country to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement. At National Night Out events, you'll … [Read more...] about National Night Out Celebrations in the Triangle
National Night Out Celebrations in Raleigh Aug. 5
City of Raleigh National Night Out Events The Raleigh Police Department is going to be visiting many neighborhood National Night Out celebrations on August 5, 2025. Here is a list of Raleigh National Night Out neighborhood celebrations. The list includes the neighborhood, address and time. If you live in one of the neighborhoods, please stop by! … [Read more...] about National Night Out Celebrations in Raleigh Aug. 5
National Night Out in Carrboro Aug 5, including free food, dunk tank, more…
Carrboro Police Department invites the community to National Night Out at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. Here is some of what's going on: … [Read more...] about National Night Out in Carrboro Aug 5, including free food, dunk tank, more…
