Hum Sub Diwali is a celebration of Diwali at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is FREE and parking is $10. Hum Sub Diwali is the largest Diwali celebration in the Triangle. What You Can Expect Festival Schedule … [Read more...] about Hum Sub Diwali Oct. 10 — music, dance, food, fireworks, more…
Music
Salsa at the Park: Free live music and dance event in Knightdale with Oak City Music Collective Oct. 9
Oak City Music Collective is presenting Salsa at the Park the 2nd Friday of the month from July to October, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. It features live music from Salsa orchestras, beginner-friendly community dance lessons, vendor markets and food trucks. The community salsa dance lesson will … [Read more...] about Salsa at the Park: Free live music and dance event in Knightdale with Oak City Music Collective Oct. 9
Wilson Jazz Festival Oct. 9-10
The 4th Annual Wilson Jazz Festival takes place October 9 and 10, 2026, in various locations in Wilson, North Carolina. The Main Stage performances at Vollis Whirligig Park are ticketed, and the other performances at multiple venues, plus a Second Line Parade, are free. The Second Line goes from Whirligig Park on Saturday around 9:15 p.m., to Downtown Public House. Main Stage Tickets (advance … [Read more...] about Wilson Jazz Festival Oct. 9-10
FlushFest — West Hillsborough’s Homemade Music Festival Oct. 9-11
FlushFest is a homegrown music and film festival in West Hillsborough that supports the Appropriate Sanitation Institute, which has the goal of improving sanitation and water quality in crowded urban areas around the world. The festival features music, dance, fun and a silent film. Admission is by donation. Venues Flush Fest takes place at two venues: Eno River Brewing329 Allison Street, … [Read more...] about FlushFest — West Hillsborough’s Homemade Music Festival Oct. 9-11
Apex Oktoberfest on October 10
The Town of Apex and American Legion Post 124 are hosting Apex Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event takes place on the Apex Town Hall campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC. The event includes: There's no admission charge. Pay for food and drink. Several breweries will be at the event. … [Read more...] about Apex Oktoberfest on October 10
Triangle Barkitecture — pet architecture and design competition at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 10
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Triangle Barkitecture, a one-of-a-kind design competition that has architects, designers, students and creative minds creating unique, pet-inspired architecture. Triangle Barkitecture takes place October 10, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., and is free to attend. This pet architecture competition features over 20 unique builds … [Read more...] about Triangle Barkitecture — pet architecture and design competition at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 10
Apex Underground Market Oct. 10: live music, vendors, more…
The MAKRS Society presents Apex Underground Market one Saturday a month from March to December, 2026, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. In general they take place the second Saturday of the month, but in May the market is on the first Saturday of the month. These events are free to attend. They feature 30+ local vendors, live bands, food … [Read more...] about Apex Underground Market Oct. 10: live music, vendors, more…
PineCone Old-Time Music Jam on Oct. 8, and more…
PineCone, the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music, Inc. is dedicated to preserving, presenting, and promoting all forms of traditional music, dance and other folk performing arts. The organization is the force behind a lot of the music throughout the Triangle. PineCone hosts jam sessions each month. You can find these sessions, along with more of their events, on their calendar. Here's … [Read more...] about PineCone Old-Time Music Jam on Oct. 8, and more…
Jazz in the Square at Moore Square Oct. 8
Jazz in the Square is a free concert series presented by Downtown Raleigh Alliance. It takes place in Moore Square, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on select Thursdays from August 20 to October 8, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. At each installment, there will be beverage vendors with wine and beer for purchase, as well as food trucks. Jazz in the Square Schedule Dates in 2026: … [Read more...] about Jazz in the Square at Moore Square Oct. 8
Fall for Five Points Festival Oct 10
Fall For Five Points is a celebration of the Five Points community. The festival takes place Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at 2000 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC. This is a free festival that features music, a kids' zone, entertainment, vendors, food and drink. Music Entertainment Shop Food and Drink … [Read more...] about Fall for Five Points Festival Oct 10
