Juniper Level Botanic Garden and Plant Delights Nursery, at 9241 Sauls Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, features 28 acres of more than 30,000 kinds of plants, including native perennials, exotic plants, rare delights, and an array of unusual trees and shrubs that you won't see anywhere else in the world. Plant Delights Nursery is not your typical nursery. Many of the plants were collected by founder … [Read more...] about Spring Open Nursery and Garden Days at Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden in May
Free Cary Town Band Concert at Downtown Cary Park May 17
The Cary Town Band is a concert band based in Cary, North Carolina, which seeks to bring the love of music to the people of the area by performing free concerts and supporting the town by providing musical entertainment at their civic, cultural and community events. They provide an opportunity for community musicians to grow together and inspire others in their understanding and appreciation of … [Read more...] about Free Cary Town Band Concert at Downtown Cary Park May 17
Arts at St. Luke’s: May Musicale on May 17
Arts at St. Luke's presents concerts, recitals and other events for the community. The events are free to enjoy, but donations are accepted. The concerts take place at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 1737 Hillandale Road, Durham, North Carolina. Find an updated schedule at stlukesdurham.org/arts-events/. 2025/2026 Arts at St. Luke's Storyteller and Folklorist Liz PardueSunday, March 15, 20264 … [Read more...] about Arts at St. Luke’s: May Musicale on May 17
Shakespeare Live: Julius Caesar at Downtown Cary Park May 17
Join Applause! Cary Youth Theatre for Shakespeare Live! This FREE performance of Julius Caesar takes place Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 12 to 1:10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The performance will take place at the Park Street Arena. In Julius Caesar, jealous conspirators convince Brutus to join an assassination plot against Caesar in the ultimate … [Read more...] about Shakespeare Live: Julius Caesar at Downtown Cary Park May 17
Free Concert with Durham Symphony Orchestra May 17: Spring Pops
The Durham Symphony Orchestra performs affordably priced and free concerts in a wide variety of community spaces. On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 3 p.m. Durham Symphony is presenting "Spring Pops" at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. Bring a chair or blanket and join the DSO and your Durham neighbors for a free, family concert of light classics, … [Read more...] about Free Concert with Durham Symphony Orchestra May 17: Spring Pops
2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships at Lake Wheeler Park — free for spectators
The Atlantic Coast Conference Women's Rowing Championships will take place at Lake Wheeler Park, 6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, May 15 and 16, 2026. The event is free to all spectators. The competition will take place from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. each day, with the award ceremony on 10:30 a.m. on Saturday. This event is co-sponsored by UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University, ACC, Greater Raleigh … [Read more...] about 2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships at Lake Wheeler Park — free for spectators
Got to be NC Festival May 15-17 — music, family activities, much more…
Got to be NC Festival will offer three great days of down-home celebration North Carolina-style from May 15 to 17, 2026. Got to be NC Festival takes place at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, and is free to attend. Carnival rides and games, food and drinks, and some activities have a cost associated with them. It takes place at North Carolina State … [Read more...] about Got to be NC Festival May 15-17 — music, family activities, much more…
Artsplosure in Raleigh May 16-17 — art market, performances, kids’ activities and more…
Artsplosure--the Raleigh Arts Festival will be back again on May 16 and 17, 2026, bringing art, music, kids' activities, interactive installations, and entertainment to Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh. The festival features the work of more than 175 juried fine artists and craftspeople, and 10 different categories. All art will be available for purchase. In addition, enjoy … [Read more...] about Artsplosure in Raleigh May 16-17 — art market, performances, kids’ activities and more…
Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro May 17
In celebration of Black History Month, Weaver Street Market is collaborating with the Marian Cheek Jackson Center for the 3rd year to share the stories of Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s Black history. Living History From the Rock Wall has been rescheduled and is taking place Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 1 to 3:30 p.m., at Weaver Street Market Carrboro Lawn, 101 E Weaver Street, Carrboro, North … [Read more...] about Living History From the Rock Wall: Black History Month event at Weaver Street Market Carrboro May 17
Beer & Banjos every Tuesday at Speakeasy, and more
Speakeasy, at 100 E Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, is a spot for drinks and local music. You can find their events on their website calendar and on Facebook. Recurring Events Carrboro Open MicMondays (scheduled through December 2026)7:30 p.m.Free Beer & BanjosTuesdays (scheduled through December 2026)7 to 10 p.m.Free Beer & Banjos Carrboro is a weekly headliner … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos every Tuesday at Speakeasy, and more
