Every Tuesday (with some exceptions) from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Raleigh Times Bar, at 14 East Hargett Street in Raleigh, hosts Beer and Banjos, a free music series that features acoustic music in the folk, bluegrass, Americana and traditional varieties. Local and regional artists will perform. Beer and Banjos is hosted by Hank Smith. Visit Beer and Banjos' Facebook page (above link) to see … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos at Raleigh Times Bar on Tuesdays
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Flash Chorus at Motorco — sing songs with a live band
Learn to sing two pop songs with a live band at this Flash Chorus event at Motorco. You don't have to know the songs, and you don't need any singing experience. You'll learn the songs at the event. Flash Chorus is taking place on Monday, February 6th, 2023, from 7 to 10 p.m. Motorco Music Hall is at 723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Children under 12 … [Read more...] about Flash Chorus at Motorco — sing songs with a live band
Beer & Banjos Carrboro — weekly acoustic music series
The Beer & Banjos music series focuses on traditional and acoustic music from North Carolina. The original Beer & Banjos series takes place in Raleigh, and a second one is in Durham. The newest location is Carrboro. The house band, the Beer & Banjos All-Stars, kicks off each night with a performance from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Usually they're followed by a headliner from 7:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos Carrboro — weekly acoustic music series
Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 4
The 20th Annual NC MLK Black History Month Parade will take place in Durham, NC, on Saturday, February 4th, 2023. The parade will start at 12 p.m. at W.G. Pearson Elementary School, 3501 Fayetteville Street, Durham, and proceed up Fayetteville Street, ending at NCCU. It's free to attend. The parade will feature: … [Read more...] about Annual NC MLK and Black History Month Parade in Durham Feb 4
Free concerts by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet Feb 2 and 3
The Ciompi Quartet of Duke University was founded in 1965. Its members are all professors at Duke, where they teach instrumental music, perform across campus and coach chamber music. The current members are Eric Pritchard, Hsiao-mei Ju, Jonathan Bagg and Carolina Stinson. The Ciompi Quartet is performing in two free concerts in early February. Please visit ciompi.org for a complete list … [Read more...] about Free concerts by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet Feb 2 and 3
Bluegrass Jam Open Mic at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary (and more)
Bond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very full music calendar, in addition to a great beer list. The food truck Bulkogi is there every day that Bond Brothers Eastside is open, offering the Bulkogi Burger, Galbi Basket, Ramen Fried … [Read more...] about Bluegrass Jam Open Mic at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary (and more)
Live music and comedy at Nickelpoint Brewing Co.
Nickelpoint Brewing, 506 Pershing Rd, Raleigh, is a is craft microbrewery located in Five Points neighborhood, north of Raleigh, North Carolina. It offers classic European-style ales. You can find all of the brewery's events on its Facebook page or website calendar. Coming Up Free Live Music: Comedy NightFriday, January 27th, 20238 p.m.$10 in advance; $15 at door Comedy … [Read more...] about Live music and comedy at Nickelpoint Brewing Co.
Free Children’s Singing Workshop with North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir
North Carolina Boys Choir and Girls Choir is offering a FREE choral singing workshop on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Fellowship Hall of Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive, Chapel Hill, NC Registration is required. Attendance is limited. This workshop is boys and girls ages 7 to 14 who love to sing. No prior choir experience is required or … [Read more...] about Free Children’s Singing Workshop with North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir
22nd Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Jan 28
The 22nd Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of History, 5 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. North Carolina Museum of History's annual event will, as always, be free to experience. The theme this year is "Pathways to Freedom: To Learn, To Vote, To Build." It's the kickoff … [Read more...] about 22nd Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Jan 28
Chinese New Year Festival with TACAS Jan 28
The Triangle's largest Chinese New Year celebration returns in person in 2023. Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit! The 2023 NC TACAS Chinese New Year Festival takes place Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will be at Dorton Arena at the North Carolina Sate Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC. Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Kids under age 6 are … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year Festival with TACAS Jan 28
