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
Music
Hip Hop is Higher Education — free symposium in Durham Sept. 3
Hip Hop IS Higher Eduction is a FREE symposium on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 12 to 8 p.m., at American Tabacco Campus, 324 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. Registration is required. See the whole program here. What you can expect: … [Read more...] about Hip Hop is Higher Education — free symposium in Durham Sept. 3
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
Diwali Celebration in Downtown Cary Park Oct. 26
The Town of Cary is hosting a Diwali celebration at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This is a free event. The event is an evening of music, dance, food and community, while celebrating the Festival of Lights together. Performances and activities will be held at the Great Lawn Pavilion. … [Read more...] about Diwali Celebration in Downtown Cary Park Oct. 26
CaryLive! Concert: Harvey Street Oct. 17
CaryLive! is a free concert series at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The concerts will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., and are free to attend. CaryLive! Schedule Follow each link below for information on the artist. … [Read more...] about CaryLive! Concert: Harvey Street Oct. 17
Level Up Live at Boxyard RTP: Live video game music and classic video games Aug. 28
Level Up Live: Boxyard RTP is a free event on August 14 and 28, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. Turnabout Players will be playing live video game music, while you play classic video games provided by NC Eclectic Esports. Whether you’re a lifelong gamer or simply love great music, this event brings legendary … [Read more...] about Level Up Live at Boxyard RTP: Live video game music and classic video games Aug. 28
Bynum Front Porch’s Friday Night Music Series
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro, North Carolina), 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
Margaret Lane Gallery: Opening reception for Musical Notes, live music, art creation station, more…
Margaret Lane Gallery, 121 West Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, features work from 35+ local artists, monthly curated show and rotating exhibits. The art gallery also hosts events and workshops. Learn about upcoming events on their website and Facebook page. Last Friday Art WalkFriday, August 28, 20266 to 9 p.m.Free During Last Friday Art Walk: Opening reception for Musical Notes, … [Read more...] about Margaret Lane Gallery: Opening reception for Musical Notes, live music, art creation station, more…
Live @ ATC: Summer Music Series at American Tobacco Campus: Los Husbandos Aug. 28
UPDATE: The August 21, 2026, show with Velvet Beat has been postponed due to the weather. American Tobacco Campus and Live at Bay 7 are hosting a series of live outdoor concerts during the summer of 2026, featuring local acts and a range of styles, from jazz to bluegrass to rock. The concerts will take place on select Fridays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, … [Read more...] about Live @ ATC: Summer Music Series at American Tobacco Campus: Los Husbandos Aug. 28
Forest Grove Festival Aug. 29
Midtown Housing Coalition is hosting Forest Grove Festival on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., at American Legion Post 7, 406 E Trinity Avenue, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. This event is a fundraiser to build a tiny home community for adults with developmental disabilities. Forest Grove Festival Features Event Schedule … [Read more...] about Forest Grove Festival Aug. 29
