The annual Ava Gardner Festival takes place October 4 to 6, 2024, in Smithfield, North Carolina. The festival celebrates the acclaimed film star, and features film screenings, tours, "Breakfast at Ava's," and visits to the Ava Gardner Museum, 325 E Market Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. The festival includes an outdoor film in the evening of Friday, October 4, 2024, and that's free to … [Read more...] about Ava Gardner Festival in Smithfield October 7-9
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Apex Youth Arts Expo Aug 10
All young artists and creative minds are invited to showcase their art at the Apex Youth Art Expo, which takes place Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina. There's no cost to attend or to show your art, which will include: Please fill out this form if you'd like to participate as an artist. … [Read more...] about Apex Youth Arts Expo Aug 10
Free Concert by North Carolina Baroque Orchestra July 28
The North Carolina Baroque Orchestra, directed by Frances Blaker, is presenting a concert called "Musical Gems Celebrating Summer" The concert includes works by Bach, Rameau, Vivaldi and more. The concert takes place July 28, 2024, at 3 p.m., at Hayes Barton United Methodist Church, 2209 Fairview Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. The North Carolina Baroque Orchestra performs on period … [Read more...] about Free Concert by North Carolina Baroque Orchestra July 28
Movie in the Park in Smithfield Sep 6: E.T.
Smithfield Parks & Recreation is presenting a Movie in the Park on Friday, September 6, 2024, at 8:30 p.m., at Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 South Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date. Move in the Park is a free event. The movie will be E.T. The Extraterrestrial. … [Read more...] about Movie in the Park in Smithfield Sep 6: E.T.
Pop-Up Book Fair at KōMANA Brewing Company in Cary
KōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold press juice and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. Read on for a few upcoming events! Upcoming Events Kids Character Karaoke EventFriday, July 26, 20245:30 to 8 p.m.$10 pre-sale / $15 at the doorGet tickets here Sing along … [Read more...] about Pop-Up Book Fair at KōMANA Brewing Company in Cary
Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
Saturdays in Saxapahaw is a free outdoor concert series. It takes place every Saturday from May 4 to September 7, 2024. At each event there will be a farmers' market, crafts, kids activities and food trucks from 5 to 8 p.m. You'll find a Facebook event for each event on Haw River Ballroom's Facebook page. The music takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. You can use 1624 Jordan Drive, Graham, NC, … [Read more...] about Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
Bull McCabe’s: Block Party July 28 with live music, water slide, more…
Bull McCabe's, at 427 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Back on our McBullsh*t Block Party on Sunday, July 28, 2024, from 3 to 10 p.m. The event is free to attend and includes live music, an inflatable water slide, water toys, and a $10 PBR + Brat or Burger combo. Please bring your own blanket or chair, plus a towel. Music by: … [Read more...] about Bull McCabe’s: Block Party July 28 with live music, water slide, more…
North Carolina Museum of Art: Live music and Purple Rain film July 27
North Carolina Museum of Art is presenting an outdoor movie series summer of 2024. Most of the movies are $5 for museum members, and $10 for non-members. Tickets for children ages 6 and under are free, but you still need to reserve a ticket for them. Some of the events also include live music, and the ticket price is higher for those. Tickets are sold in advance. If the movie isn't sold … [Read more...] about North Carolina Museum of Art: Live music and Purple Rain film July 27
Pops on the Green — free outdoor concerts by The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle is an orchestral ensemble of 40+ musicians from all parts of North Carolina. They are known for their varied concert series, including Beerthoven and Pops on the Green. Read on for info on Pops on the Green, and check back soon for Beerthoven! Pops on the Green Pops on the Green features familiar tunes from Star Wars and Queen, as well as classics … [Read more...] about Pops on the Green — free outdoor concerts by The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle
Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 27
The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and kids' activities. Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Raleigh July 27