The annual Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow will be held at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at Harvey Hill at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh. It's open to the public and free to attend. Celebrate the legacy and culture of indigenous communities in North Carolina. This will be a day of competition dancing, music … [Read more...] about Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow October 11
Music
Free Concert at University Presbyterian Church: Bagpipes Recital with Daniel Caudill March 1
University Presbyterian Church, at 209 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC, is hosting a a free bagpipes recital by Daniel Caudill, on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 4 p.m., in the sanctuary. Award-winning piper Daniel Caudill presents a recital entitled “Echoes and Reflections” for Highland Bagpipes and Scottish Smallpipes. Free and open to the public. … [Read more...] about Free Concert at University Presbyterian Church: Bagpipes Recital with Daniel Caudill March 1
Mardi Gras Party at The Slammer Speakeasy in Franklinton March 1
The Slammer, at 7 West Mason Street, Franklinton, North Carolina, is a speakeasy in the building of a former jail. It hosts events such as trivia and live music. You can find the events listed on their website or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Mardi Gras Party at The SlammerSaturday, March 1, 20252 to 11 p.m.Free This Mardi Gras party features beads, music and special drinks. One Block Over … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Party at The Slammer Speakeasy in Franklinton March 1
Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 3
Celebrate both Mother's Day and Father's Day at the Ma & Pa Festival on May 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Ma & Pa Festival, presented by MAKRS Society, will feature: … [Read more...] about Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 3
Around The World in 88 Keys, a solo concert with Dr. Jean Park
Cary Apex Piano Teacher's Association presents Around The World in 88 Keys, a solo concert with Dr. Jean Park. This is a free event that takes place February 28, 2025, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Jean Park is a pianist and educator who has recently moved to the Triangle area. She has performed in many cities in the United States as well as … [Read more...] about Around The World in 88 Keys, a solo concert with Dr. Jean Park
Summer Concert Series at Waverly Place: bands announced
Waverly Place, 575 New Waverly Place in Cary, is presenting a Summer Concert Series every Wednesday in June, 2025. The concerts feature fun, high-energy bands. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. Wine and beer will be available for purchase. Coolers and outside alcohol are not permitted. Schedule for Summer Concert Series 2025 … [Read more...] about Summer Concert Series at Waverly Place: bands announced
“Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
City of Raleigh Museum, at 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting two events for Black History Month in 2025. These programs are supported in part by North Carolina Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Black Artists DaySaturday, February 15, 202510 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free Come experience the incredible talent of local Black … [Read more...] about “Joy Cometh in the Morning” — African American Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum Feb. 22
St. Patrick’s Festival at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery March 16
ZincHouse Winery & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Festival. St. Patrick's Day FestivalSunday, March 16, 2025Starting at 12 p.m.FreeAge 21+ Enjoy bagpipes, Irish dancers, vendors, live music. … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Festival at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery March 16
Free Concert by New River Ensemble for Kids and Families at Meredith College — with a chance to play music too
Meredith College is hosting a FREE concert with New River Ensemble for kids and families. The concert takes place on Sunday, February 16, 2025, from 1 to 1:45 p.m., at Carswell Recital Hall, Wainwright Music Building, 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. New River Ensemble, a clarinet trio with members from New York City and Philadelphia along with Meredith College’s cello … [Read more...] about Free Concert by New River Ensemble for Kids and Families at Meredith College — with a chance to play music too
Conversations Between Four Black Music Makers Who Helped Bring About Abolition — music by United Strings of Color
Conversations Between Four Black Music Makers Who Helped Bring About Abolition is an original play with music by United Strings of Color. The play uses mixed media arts to educate about the lives, countries, times, systemic laws, and iconic contributions of the four Black abolitionists: Ignatius Sancho, Joseph Bologne "Chevalier", Solomon Northrup and Frederick Douglass. United Strings of … [Read more...] about Conversations Between Four Black Music Makers Who Helped Bring About Abolition — music by United Strings of Color
