Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, 5907 Triangle Dr, Raleigh, holds frequent events and many are free. See their upcoming schedule on their calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music in Summer 2025: View their live music schedule on their website calendar. Vinyl NightThursday, August 28, 20256 to 9 p.m.Free Oktoberfest 2025Saturday, September 27, 202512 to 9 p.m.Free There … [Read more...] about Vinyl Night at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, Aug. 28, and more…
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Free Live Music at Lonerider Brewery, and more
Lonerider is at 8816 Gulf Ct., Raleigh, NC. Lonerider has been in operation since 2019. Their beer is distributed in nine states and has a portfolio of award-winning beers, including medals from the Great American Beer Festival. Lonerider hosts many events. Find them on the Lonerider Brewery Facebook page. You can also check their website calendar. Upcoming Events Live Music: Chris Cloer … [Read more...] about Free Live Music at Lonerider Brewery, and more
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show at NC State Fairgrounds Aug. 29 to Sept. 1
Treasures of the Earth is a gem, mineral and jewelry show that is coming to the Kerr Scott Building at NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, for three weekends in 2025. It's inexpensive to attend -- just $8 for adults and free for ages 16 and under. Your ticket is good for the whole weekend. In addition, there's a coupon available for $1 off. This … [Read more...] about Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show at NC State Fairgrounds Aug. 29 to Sept. 1
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Aug. 29 — art, music, poetry, dancing, more…
The last Friday of every month, from February to November, 2025, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Starting in March, Hillsborough Arts Council will present special programming each month. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be live … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Aug. 29 — art, music, poetry, dancing, more…
End of Summer Block Party at Gipson Play Plaza: Free music and arts festival Aug. 30
Oak City Music Collective and Dix Park are presenting the End of Summer Block Party, a free music and arts festival, on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 1 to 11 p.m. It will take place at Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park. The address is 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event was announced by Oak City Music Collective on Facebook. The festival will feature: … [Read more...] about End of Summer Block Party at Gipson Play Plaza: Free music and arts festival Aug. 30
African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place August 30 and 31, 2025 and is free to attend. The festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. The festival features: Make sure to check the … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 1
The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department will host its annual Diwali Festival on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The festival is free and open to everyone. Diwali is known as the "Festival of Lights," and it celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Diwali Festival Nov. 1
Chapel Hill Car Show and Soap Box Derby Sept. 7
Chapel Hill Community Center, 120 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting a Car Show and Soap Box Derby on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event will be free for spectators to enjoy. Entering either the car show or soap box derby will cost $20 in advance and $30 the day of the event. Prizes will be awarded. Learn more and register for car show or soap box … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill Car Show and Soap Box Derby Sept. 7
Spirits of Wake Forest: ghost walks in Downtown Wake Forest
Wake Forest's haunted history will come alive once more at Spirits of Wake Forest walking tours, presented by Wake Forest Downtown. Tickets go on sale Thursday, September 4, 2025, at noon. (And they usually go fast.) Downtown Wake Forest’s buildings and sidewalks have seen well over 100 years of history, and they have some spooky stories to tell. This tour will feature a number of last … [Read more...] about Spirits of Wake Forest: ghost walks in Downtown Wake Forest
Campfire and Movie in the Park at Chapel Hill Community Center: Cars on Aug. 29
Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation is hosting Campfire and Movie in the Park on Friday, August 29, 2025, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Parent or guardian must accompany children under 12 years old. You'll roast marshmallows and make s'mores by the campfire, and then watch the movie, Cars, at … [Read more...] about Campfire and Movie in the Park at Chapel Hill Community Center: Cars on Aug. 29
