August marks the end of the summer (although it might not feel like it) and the beginning of the school year for many kids. There's still lots to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle, in August. Read on for more than 20 of the top events in the Triangle in August. Then keep reading for a day by day calendar of everything on Triangle on the Cheap's calendar in August, … [Read more...] about August events: Top things to do in the Triangle
Music
Piedmont Pear Party at The Plant Aug. 16
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Piedmont Pear Party on Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Food and drink, and additional activities, are available for purchase. Here's what's happening: And there’s even more pear-inspired fun happening around The Plant, including Gelli Printing with Pears at Roam Paint Press and a fruit … [Read more...] about Piedmont Pear Party at The Plant Aug. 16
CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 15
The Raleigh-Durham AfroCaribbean-Association presents the Annual CaribMask Carnival Parade and Festival Village on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is free. The parade of bands starts at 11 a.m. at Salisbury Street and Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, and ends around the same place. The festival follows. It's at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. … [Read more...] about CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 15
Songs for Humans Singalong at Common Market Durham on Aug. 15
Songwriter Jesse James DeConto, of The Pinterton Raid, is leading a Songs for Humans Singalong on Saturday, August 15, 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 with the theme of "Songs of Hope." To start off the … [Read more...] about Songs for Humans Singalong at Common Market Durham on Aug. 15
Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 2-3
The popular Triangle Oktoberfest returns to Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3, 2026. This is an authentic German festival focused on family fun, traditional Bavarian food, local and authentic German beers from Munich. Kids activities include live music, inflatables face painting yard games, beer, arts and crafts, and more. The … [Read more...] about Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 2-3
Live After 5: Harvey Street at Moore Square Aug. 13
Downtown Raleigh Alliance is bringing Live After 5 back in 2026. This year it will take place at rotating locations, on six Thursdays from May 14 to August 13, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m. Please note that one concert has been rescheduled to a Wednesday as a rain date. (See below.) This family-friendly summer concert series will also include local food trucks and more. Locations Moore Square201 … [Read more...] about Live After 5: Harvey Street at Moore Square Aug. 13
Schedule announced for Raleigh Wide Open — FREE music festival Oct. 1-3
Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE music festival coming to Raleigh October 2 and 3, 2026, with a kickoff party on October 1. It is presented by PNC Bank and produced by PineCone. Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE street festival, with music on multiple stages, food and drink, art vendors, and family fun. No ticket, wristband or reservation is needed. Just come on by! Kickoff Celebration October 1 A free … [Read more...] about Schedule announced for Raleigh Wide Open — FREE music festival Oct. 1-3
Bolivian Festival at The Plant Aug. 8
Ta Contento is hosting a Bolivian Festival at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m. it's free to attend. The festival is a cultural celebration designed to share Bolivian music, dance, history, and traditions with the community. Through stage performances, interactive dance workshops, cultural stands, and a small market area, the … [Read more...] about Bolivian Festival at The Plant Aug. 8
Chatham Tomato Festival at The Plant — rescheduled to Aug. 9
Celebrate tomato season at Chatham Tomato Festival at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, August 9, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Chatham Tomato Festival at The Plant — rescheduled to Aug. 9
Artist Notes: Free Summer Concert Series on NC State’s Centennial Campus: Joseph Terrell on Aug. 7
Artist Notes is a free concert series that takes place on NC State's Centennial Campus, at The Corner, 941 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, on five evenings from May to August, 2026, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Presented with THAT Station and Lincoln Theatre. Each night will feature an artist on stage to not only play music, but also share what went into creating their songs. It’s a deep … [Read more...] about Artist Notes: Free Summer Concert Series on NC State’s Centennial Campus: Joseph Terrell on Aug. 7
