Optimist Club of Garner is hosting Big Band Bash in the Park on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, North Carolina. This is a free, kid-friendly event. Neuse River Big Band will be sharing the sounds and styles of the Big Band Era. Food trucks will be on site, offering food and drink for purchase. … [Read more...] about Big Band Bash in the Park in Garner Sept. 20
CenterFest Community Collage Afternoon at Duham Visitor Information Center Sept. 20 (plus free pizza!)
Stop by Durham Visitor Info Center, 212 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, during CenterFest weekend, for a hands-on art experience. Community Collage Afternoon will be led by local artist River Takada in partnership with Observable Universe on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. This is a free event. Create your own unique collaged postcard to take home. All supplies … [Read more...] about CenterFest Community Collage Afternoon at Duham Visitor Information Center Sept. 20 (plus free pizza!)
Hispanic Heritage Month events at Chapel Hill Public Library
Chapel Hill Public Library, at 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with some special events. These events are free, but require registration. Please follow the links below. Bright Star Theatre: Hispanic FolktalesSaturday, September 20, 20253 to 3:45 p.m.Ages: Pre-k to grade 5 Enjoy an adventure in Hispanic folktales! This show features a … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Month events at Chapel Hill Public Library
Santa’s Trolley at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 12-14
Tickets are on sale now for the very popular Santa's Trolley in Raleigh. (But they're selling very quickly!) Santa is lost in Raleigh, and Holly the Elf needs your help to find him in time for Christmas. Do you know where he might be? Jump aboard the Raleigh Trolley at Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, and help Holly track down Santa in time for Christmas. Arrive up to … [Read more...] about Santa’s Trolley at Mordecai Historic Park Dec 12-14
919 Day at NC State Centennial Campus
Celebrate Raleigh's culture and community at 919 Day! This event takes place Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., at The Corner at NC State's Centennial Campus, 941 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors and more. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the music starts at 6 p.m. Bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs. … [Read more...] about 919 Day at NC State Centennial Campus
American Dance Festival Performance in Downtown Cary Park Sept. 19
Enjoy free dance performances at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The performances will take place outdoors at the Great Lawn Pavilion. Please bring a chair or blanket. American Dance Festival: Made in NC features the performance of four ADF-commissioned works by North Carolina artists. Enjoy work by: … [Read more...] about American Dance Festival Performance in Downtown Cary Park Sept. 19
Groovin’ in Garner — Liquid Pleasure on Sept. 19
Downtown Garner is presenting a free outdoor concert series one Friday a month from June to September, 2025, except for July. Groovin' in Garner takes place on the Garner Recreation Center lawn, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site, or you can purchase dinner from one of the Downtown Garner restaurants. Beer and … [Read more...] about Groovin’ in Garner — Liquid Pleasure on Sept. 19
Free outdoor movie series at Mosaic in Pittsboro Sept. 19
On select Friday nights, MOSAIC is hosting free outdoor movies. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Outdoor Movie Schedule at MOSAIC 2025 … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movie series at Mosaic in Pittsboro Sept. 19
Durham Fruits Baseball Birthday and Pride Invitational Sept. 20
Durham Fruits is hosting its first Pride Invitational to celebrate its 1st anniversary and Durham Pride. The baseball invitational takes place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., at Crest Street Park, 2503 Crest Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event is free and features baseball, children's activities, raffles, performances and more. The home team takes the field around … [Read more...] about Durham Fruits Baseball Birthday and Pride Invitational Sept. 20
Upcoming Events at Compass Rose Brewery
Compass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Live Music: Thomas RuckerFriday, January 2, 20267 to 9 p.m.Free Recurring Events YogaSundays (scheduled through January 2026)11 a.m. to 12 p.m.Pay what you can (Suggested donation of $10) Step into a … [Read more...] about Upcoming Events at Compass Rose Brewery
