The 15th Mama Afrika Festival takes place Sunday, September 20, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Southeast Raleigh YMCA, 1437 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Mama Afrika Festival in Raleigh Sept. 20
Music
Southern Village’s Sundays at Sundown Music Series
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is presenting live music on Sunday evenings, from May 3 to September 20, 2026. The concerts take place on Sundays from 7 to 9 p.m. Concerts have no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. Read on to see the band schedule for the concert series. Sundays at Sundown Here are the scheduled concerts in 2026. All concerts … [Read more...] about Southern Village’s Sundays at Sundown Music Series
NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ BugFest Sept. 19
BugFest, one of North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences' most popular festivals, is returning to Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. This is the 30th BugFest! The festival will include both indoor and outdoor activities. Indoor activities will be located in the Nature Exploration Center (NEC) and Nature Research Center (NRC). Outdoor activities will be … [Read more...] about NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ BugFest Sept. 19
919 Day at NC State Centennial Campus
Celebrate Raleigh's culture and community at 919 Day! This event takes place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at The Corner at NC State's Centennial Campus, 941 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event, open to the public, featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors and more. Live Music Lineup Food & Craft Drinks Arts … [Read more...] about 919 Day at NC State Centennial Campus
Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 19
Festa Italiana will take place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 pm. to 7 p.m., at Hunter Street and Apex Town Hall Courtyard, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Celebrate Italian culture with a fun day that includes: This is an annual event with free admission. Festa Italiana is a 501(c)3 organization that promotes Italian culture and donates to charitable … [Read more...] about Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 19
Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 18-19
Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, 2026. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 18-19
Morrisville International Festival Sept. 19
The Morrisville International Festival takes place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Indian Creek Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. This is a free festival. Morrisville is one of North Carolina’s fastest‑growing and most diverse communities, and the Morrisville International Festival celebrates that richness with a vibrant, globally inspired … [Read more...] about Morrisville International Festival Sept. 19
Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 19-20
Saint Sharbel Church, at 600 Mt. Vernon Church Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting Taste of Lebanon Festival on Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, 2026. Times: Admission and parking are free, and authentic Lebanese food will be available for purchase. Taste of Lebanon, Raleigh NC is a yearly vibrant cultural and food festival celebrating the richness of Lebanese cuisine and … [Read more...] about Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 19-20
Roots, House, Reggae at Sunflower’s Cafe in Raleigh on Sept. 18
Roots, House, Reggae is taking place on Fridays, starting September 18, 2026, at Sunflower's Cafe, 1029 South Saunders Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 7 p.m. to midnight. Admission is free. This is an event where you can enjoy music, with sounds by DJ Travis "Cockpit" Keyes. There will be food and drink specials all night. … [Read more...] about Roots, House, Reggae at Sunflower’s Cafe in Raleigh on Sept. 18
Chairmen at the Board at The Ridge Sept. 18 — pay what you can
Chairmen of the Board is performing at The Ridge, 2011 Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday, September 18, 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 $15, but all are welcome regardless of ticket donation. A ticket is required, even with no donation amount. … [Read more...] about Chairmen at the Board at The Ridge Sept. 18 — pay what you can
