Singers of New and Ancient Music (SONAM) is a chorus committed to creating high-quality sacred and secular music and giving back to the community. Their mission is to make excellent choral music that supports local non-profits through benefit concerts. SONAM was established in 2012. The group consists of about 20 talented singers from central North Carolina, led by conductor Allan Friedman and … [Read more...] about SONAM Late Spring Concert Supporting Urban Ministries of Durham on May 31
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Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Wake Forest's Six Sundays in Spring concert series is back in 2026. The free, family-friendly concert series will take place every Sunday from April 26 to May 31, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The concerts will feature music from a wide variety of genres. Six Sundays in Spring Concert Schedule 2026 Info about … [Read more...] about Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow May 30
The annual Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow will be held at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026, 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, North Carolina. It's open to the public and free to attend. Presented in partnership with Triangle Native American Society, experience a day of competition dancing and drumming, … [Read more...] about Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow May 30
4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
4th Annual International Children’s Day and Luisito's Bilingual Book Fair will take place Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages. It features performances, authors, and family activities. Featured Performances: Featured … [Read more...] about 4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
Tray Wellington Band at The Ridge May 29 — pay what you can
The Tray Wellington Band is performing at The Ridge, 2011 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 6 p.m. The Courtyard will open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are "pay what you can," but you do need to reserve them, regardless of the payment. The suggested donation is $25, but all are welcome regardless of ticket donation. A ticket is required, even with no donation amount. … [Read more...] about Tray Wellington Band at The Ridge May 29 — pay what you can
A New Nash Bash on May 30 — help shape the future of Nash Square
Raleigh’s historic Nash Square is receiving new love and attention through the Nash Square Public Realm planning project. Join Raleigh Parks at Nash Square, 200 W Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 2 to 6 p.m. for A New Nash Bash, a family-friendly public block party and open house, where you can review initial design concepts based on public engagement to … [Read more...] about A New Nash Bash on May 30 — help shape the future of Nash Square
Songs for Humans Singalong at Common Market Durham
Songwriter Jesse James DeConto, of The Pinterton Raid, is leading a Songs for Humans Singalong on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 6 p.m., at The Common Market, 660 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. The Common Market sells drinks and snacks. In partnership with Bull City Indivisible, Jesse will lead a singalong of classic protest songs from Bob Dylan, NENA, Neil Young, 4 … [Read more...] about Songs for Humans Singalong at Common Market Durham
Free Old-Time Fiddle & Banjo Workshop at Dix Park June 13 (registration required)
PineCone is presenting a FREE Old-Time Fiddle & Banjo Workshop on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at House of Many Porches Market at Dix Park, 701 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Space is limited. Registration is required. Registration opens at May 30, 2026, at 12 p.m. This workshop is designed for beginning and intermediate players. Join an engaging workshop … [Read more...] about Free Old-Time Fiddle & Banjo Workshop at Dix Park June 13 (registration required)
BEERthoven with The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle and Guest Artists May 26
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle is an orchestral ensemble of 40+ musicians from all parts of North Carolina. They are known for their varied concert series, including BEERthoven and Pops on the Green. Read on for info on the 2025/2026 season of BEERrthoven. BEERthoven COT musicians and guest artists leave the concert stage to give you a front row seat for BEERthoven. These … [Read more...] about BEERthoven with The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle and Guest Artists May 26
Instrument Petting Zoo at Dix Park on May 23
Raleigh Music Collective is bringing an Instrument Petting Zoo to Gibson Play Plaza at Dorothea Dix Park on May 23, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gibson Play Plaza is at 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy an interactive, participatory music experience designed for all ages. This hands-on “instrument petting zoo” invites community members to explore, try … [Read more...] about Instrument Petting Zoo at Dix Park on May 23
