The sunflowers are in bloom at Dix Park! To celebrate the 10th birthday of the sunflower field, Dix Park is hosting a 10th Birthday Party at the Sunflower Field on Saturday, July 26, 2025. The address is 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, but keep reading for information on directions and parking. The festivities take place in the morning and evening. The party is free. Morning … [Read more...] about Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
Music
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 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: The music lineup will be … [Read more...] about End of Summer Block Party at Gipson Play Plaza: Free music and arts festival Aug. 30
Live music with Dorian and Lou at Chatham Community Library July 17
Chatham Community Library, at 197 Highway 87 N, Pittsboro, is hosting local musicians Dorian Devins and Lou Rainone for a live performance on Thursday, July 17, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm in the Holmes Family Meeting Room. This program is free and open to the public. Jazz vocalist and lyricist Dorian Devins spent much of her childhood in North Carolina’s Sandhills region. In addition to her music … [Read more...] about Live music with Dorian and Lou at Chatham Community Library July 17
The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering
The Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering open to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Estill House at the Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, in North Raleigh. They have compiled songbooks of both classic and popular ukulele songs, but feel free to bring along copies of songs that … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering
Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel Hill July 17
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is hosting a free concert series on Thursday nights in July, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert has no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. The concert takes place on the Village Green. Thursday Night Live Lineup … [Read more...] about Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel Hill July 17
Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
The Westin Raleigh-Durham, at 3931 Macaw Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, has recently opened the Halcyon Rooftop, where you can enjoy craft cocktails, small bites and sweeping views. You can sip a cocktail and watch planes glide into RDU, for a unique atmosphere. Westin Raleigh-Durham is hosting a FREE live music series on the rooftop on Thursdays in July, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. There's a … [Read more...] about Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
Bynum Front Porch Summer Music Series: Orange County Lockdown July 18
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro (Chatham County), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including storytelling, a music series, and a bluegrass jam session, open to all. Bynum Front Porch is a nonprofit that rents the old Bynum General Store, turning it into a community gathering … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch Summer Music Series: Orange County Lockdown July 18
Third Friday Durham Art Walk July 18, including puppets, prizes and more at CCB Plaza
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 July 18, including puppets, prizes and more at CCB Plaza
Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Oak City Music Collective and NC State Centennial Campus are presenting a new concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on Wednesdays from June 4 to July 30, 2025, from 12 to 1 p.m. There will not be a concert on July 2. Lawn space and chair seating will be available and food trucks will be on site. Centennial SoundBites Schedule … [Read more...] about Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park
Each week everyone is invited to participate in the Raleigh Drum Circle and Raleigh Hoop Jam. This is an all ages event and no experience is required. Free to participate. If you have drums, shakers, etc., please bring them, but there might be a few available to borrow. The event is held every Wednesday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Pullen Park in Raleigh. In colder months it will take place at … [Read more...] about Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam Wednesdays at Pullen Park
