Esmeralda's Cafe, 1515 North Pointe Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting an Acoustic Open Mic Night the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. It's scheduled on these dates so far in 2026: Sign-ups start at 6:30 p.m., with the performances starting at 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Perform for a welcoming crowd. It can be anything: music, comedy, poetry, tap dancing, mind … [Read more...] about Acoustic Open Mic Nights at Esmeralda’s Cafe in Durham
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Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series returns to Neuse River Amphitheater in 2026
The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2026. It will take place at the Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. The concerts are all at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live music, food and fun. This concert was announced on Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department's Facebook … [Read more...] about Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series returns to Neuse River Amphitheater in 2026
Free show by Heads up Penny at Lincoln Theatre on March 22 (grab tickets!)
Looking for a free live music option in downtown Raleigh? On Sunday, March 22, 2026, Heads Up Penny is performing in a free concert at 7 p.m. at Lincoln Theatre, 126 E Cabarrus Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Grab your free ticket here. Heads Up Penny is a high-energy six-piece band with dual lead vocalists, known for delivering nonstop crowd-favorites spanning generations -- from Sabrina … [Read more...] about Free show by Heads up Penny at Lincoln Theatre on March 22 (grab tickets!)
Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on March 22
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Durham Underground Market seven Sundays from March to November, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Each markets features 50+ … [Read more...] about Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on March 22
26th Annual Triangle Lebanese Festival in Raleigh March 21-22
The Triangle Lebanese-American Center is presenting the Lebanese Festival at its center at 241 Horizon Drive, Raleigh, on March 21 and 22, 2026. Hours are: Admission and parking are free. The festival includes: … [Read more...] about 26th Annual Triangle Lebanese Festival in Raleigh March 21-22
Oak City Voices: Sing a Song of Shakespeare May 16
Oak City Voices is presenting Sing a Song of Shakespeare on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 5 p.m., at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh, 3313 Wade Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for youth and seniors. Tickets are free for kids under age 13. Music plays an important role in Shakespeare’s work, with around 100 songs across the 39 plays. Yet, almost … [Read more...] about Oak City Voices: Sing a Song of Shakespeare May 16
Music in the Park in Morrisville returns in May
The Town of Morrisville is hosting Music in the Park at the Indian Creek Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. The concerts take place on the first Friday of the month from May to September in 2026. An additional concert will be held on June 19, for Juneteenth. There is no concert in July. The time varies a little bit. See below. A food truck will be on site each … [Read more...] about Music in the Park in Morrisville returns in May
Bynum Front Porch’s Friday Night Music Series returns May 1
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’s Friday Night Music Series returns May 1
Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro returns May 15
Music Maker Foundation's Freight Train Blues Concert Series is returning in 2026. This series features roots musicians steeped in the diverse traditions of the Carolina Piedmont. It will take place on Friday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., from May 15 to June 12, 2026, at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, NC. This is a free concert series. Food and beer will be … [Read more...] about Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro returns May 15
Summer Music Series at Waverly Place
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Summer Music Series every Wednesday from June 3 to 24, 2026. The concerts feature fun, high-energy bands. Then, Waverly Place will present Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find all the concerts listed on Waverly Place's event … [Read more...] about Summer Music Series at Waverly Place
