SARDUC and RDUAE, two Asian cultural groups in the area, are hosting their first Fall Fest! Subtle Asian RDU Crew is a friendship meetup group and RDU Asian Eats is a community of foodies that supports local businesses. SARDUC x RDUAE Fall Fest takes place Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at The Corner @ NCSU Centennial, North Carolina. It's free, but ticketed. Please … [Read more...] about SARDUC x RDUAE Fall Fest — Asian Festival Oct. 17
Art
NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art Oct. 15
NCMA After Hours is a monthly event at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It is FREE to attend. No registration is required. NCMA After Hours is designed for adults, but all ages are welcome. Enjoy an evening of art, music, and creative energy. Explore the galleries after dark, experience live music or a DJ set, and take part in hands-on art activities … [Read more...] about NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art Oct. 15
Monthly Soup Swap at The Daily Beer Bar Oct. 15
The Daily Beer Bar, at 108 E Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, is an independently owned bar and cafe in Downtown Durham. It offers beer wine, coffee, sandwiches, snacks, and more. The Daily Beer Bar also hosts events. Find them on the event page of their website, or on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Monthly Soup SwapThursday, October 15, 20266:30 p.m.Free Bring individual … [Read more...] about Monthly Soup Swap at The Daily Beer Bar Oct. 15
Liberty Arts: Two art exhibitions on Oct. 16
Liberty Arts is a sculpture studio, foundry, gallery and art space. It serves as an incubator in which artists learn from each other. Liberty Arts offers classes in welding, casting, stone-carving, woodworking, plasma-cutting and ceramics. They are especially known for their work in iron. Each year they hold a public iron pour in Durham Central Park. In addition they host many community events. … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts: Two art exhibitions on Oct. 16
Durham Fringe Festival Oct. 30 to Nov. 8
The inaugural Durham FRINGE Festival brings more than 50 Durham-based artists to more than 20 Downtown Durham venues over 10 days. The festival includes both ticketed events and free events. Carolina Theatre created and presents the festival, but performances and installations will take place throughout Downtown Durham rather than inside the Carolina Theatre. The festival features visual art … [Read more...] about Durham Fringe Festival Oct. 30 to Nov. 8
38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden at North Carolina Botanical Garden
The 38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden show is taking place at North Carolina Botanical Garden, 100 Mason Farm Road (on the UNC Chapel Hill campus) from September 13 to December 6, 2026. You can come by and see the sculptures in the outdoor garden setting during the Garden's normal hours: The Garden is closed on Mondays and University holidays, including Thanksgiving. It's free to visit, … [Read more...] about 38th Annual Sculpture in the Garden at North Carolina Botanical Garden
Third Friday at Zeitgeist Gallery and Bar in Durham on Oct. 16: Art and live jazz
Zeitgeist Gallery & Bar, at 725 N Mangum Street, Durham, North Carolina, is a living gallery. Home to over fifty local artists, this space is a rotating tapestry of the strange and beautiful. Read on to learn about a couple upcoming events, and find even more here. Third Friday Celebrate Third Friday in Durham with an evening of art, conversation and live jazz at Zeitgeist Gallery & … [Read more...] about Third Friday at Zeitgeist Gallery and Bar in Durham on Oct. 16: Art and live jazz
Third Friday Durham Art Walk Oct. 16
Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and continuing exhibits. It's also a good time to check out shops and to try out a new restaurant. Most gallery receptions take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. but visit the 3rd Friday Durham Facebook page, where … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham Art Walk Oct. 16
Artist in Residence Series on Tuesdays at JB Duke Hotel — watch art being created
JB Duke Hotel, 230 Science Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting their Artist in Residence Series in fall of 2026. This program is in partnership with Durham Art Guild. Every Tuesday evening, starting at 6 p.m., through October 27, 2026, a visiting artist will be working on JB Duke Hotel's lobby, creating a masterpiece in real time. There is no Artist in Residence event scheduled for October … [Read more...] about Artist in Residence Series on Tuesdays at JB Duke Hotel — watch art being created
Durham Pottery Tour Nov. 14-15
The 2026 Durham Pottery Tour takes place November 14 and 15, 2026, at 30 pottery studios throughout Durham County. All the studios are free to visit and will have pottery available for purchase. Meet the artists, ask questions, and see the wide range of work that can be created from clay. Find a list of all the participating potters here. Durham Pottery Tour Map … [Read more...] about Durham Pottery Tour Nov. 14-15
