Logan's Garden Center at the NC Farmers Market, 1208 Farmers Market Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is holding a houseplant and pottery sale on February 6 and 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Refresh your indoor space and save up to 50% on your favorite plants and pots. Event Highlights: … [Read more...] about Second Chance Houseplants and Pottery Sale at Logan’s Garden Center Feb. 6 and 7
Free concert with Pianist and Composer Mikael Darmanie at Cary Arts Center Feb. 6
Cary Apex Piano Teacher's Association is hosting a piano recital by Mikael Darmanie, a pianist and composer. This is a free event that takes place Friday, February 6, 2026, at 7 p.m., at Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. Pianist Mikael Darmanie has performed throughout the Americas, Europe, Africa, Russia, and the Caribbean in appearances at The Weill Institute at … [Read more...] about Free concert with Pianist and Composer Mikael Darmanie at Cary Arts Center Feb. 6
Liberation Listening Session with Education Justice Alliance Feb. 7
Liberation Listening Session is a free event on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Education Justice Alliance Hub, 202 N Tarboro street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Listen to music that tells our stories and moves our souls. Celebrate the soundtrack of generations! Join us as we honor the powerful legacy of Black music with a listening session. We will start with the rhythms of … [Read more...] about Liberation Listening Session with Education Justice Alliance Feb. 7
30 community bands, orchestras and choirs in the Triangle — learn how you can participate
The Triangle is home to a large number of community bands, orchestras and choirs. The membership varies. Some are made up of professional or almost-professional musicians, and some are open to anyone with an interest in performing. There are community bands, orchestras and choruses in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Pittsboro, Smithfield and more. Whether you've performed professionally … [Read more...] about 30 community bands, orchestras and choirs in the Triangle — learn how you can participate
Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Durham Greek Festival returns on Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church is presenting the very popular event at the church, at 8306 NC Hwy 751, Durham, NC. It's 1/2 mile south of I-40 Exit 274. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free. Enjoy fabulous Greek food and scrumptious … [Read more...] about Durham Greek Festival May 16 and 17
Free Fireside History Chat at Museum of Durham History on Feb. 5
Museum of Durham History, at 500 W. Main Street between Downtown Durham and Brightleaf Square, is free to visit. It's open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. It's open late for Durham Third Friday. Events at Museum of Durham History Fireside Chat: The Early History of Research Triangle ParkThursday, February 5, 20266 p.m.Free Go behind the scenes of one … [Read more...] about Free Fireside History Chat at Museum of Durham History on Feb. 5
The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
The Krispy Kreme Challenge was started by NC State students with a passion for running and for doughnuts. The race puts your stomach, not just your legs, to the test. As they say, it is a "unique challenge of both athletic and gastrointestinal skill." The Krispy Kreme Challenge requires participants to run 2.5 miles, starting at the Memorial Belltower on the NC State campus, at 2011 … [Read more...] about The 22nd Krispy Kreme Challenge Feb 7 — run 5 miles, eat a dozen doughnuts, and help UNC Children’s Hospital
Romantic Valentine’s Dinner at…Waffle House (reservations required)
Does your Valentine like it scattered, smothered and covered? For the 18th year, select Waffle House restaurants are pulling out all the stops and setting the stage for a romantic Valentine’s evening — complete with Valentine-themed decorations, candles, and a specially curated jukebox playlist. This special event takes place February 14, 2026, only. Waffle House’s annual Valentine’s dinner is a … [Read more...] about Romantic Valentine’s Dinner at…Waffle House (reservations required)
Chili Cookoff at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery Feb. 7, and more…
Mystic Farm & Distillery is set on a 22-acre farm at 1413 Stallings Road, Durham, NC, just minutes from Downtown Durham and North Raleigh. It's a home-grown operation: they grow their own wheat and corn to distill and barrel in their 3000 square foot distillery. They've got bee hives on the farm producing honey. You can find Mystic's upcoming events by following their Facebook page … [Read more...] about Chili Cookoff at Durham’s Mystic Farm and Distillery Feb. 7, and more…
6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25
The 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 E. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill. This event will also be an Earth Day celebration. Compete in a Fairy Garden contest, for prizes. Pre-registration is required for the Fairy Garden Contest. This free event is a magical day of art, adventure and nature. … [Read more...] about 6th Annual Magical Hill Festival and Fairy House Contest April 25
