The Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Historic Downtown Smithfield. Smithfield is in Johnston County, about a 34 minute drive southeast of Raleigh. Check back soon for the schedule. The festival features a full day of art, music, kids' activities, food and more. A popular feature of the festival is the "What's That Yam Thing?" in which children turn … [Read more...] about Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival May 2
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Margaret Lane Gallery: Opening reception for From the Heart Jan. 30
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, January 30, 20266 to 9 p.m.Free During Last Friday Art Walk: Opening reception for From the … [Read more...] about Margaret Lane Gallery: Opening reception for From the Heart Jan. 30
Free Children’s Singing Workshop with North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir
North Carolina Boys Choir and Girls Choir is offering a FREE choral singing camp/workshop on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Fellowship Hall of Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive, Chapel Hill, NC. This event was announced in a Facebook event. Registration is required. Attendance is limited. To register, in the "Join Us” section, use the audition request button. … [Read more...] about Free Children’s Singing Workshop with North Carolina Boys Choir and North Carolina Girls Choir
Canceled: Lunar New Year Family Day at Artspace Jan. 31
UPDATE: This event has been canceled, due to the weather. Artspace, FASCA and Raleigh Chinese Language School are hosting a Lunar New Year Family Day on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The celebration takes place at Artspace, 201 East Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Enjoy an art-filled day featuring exhibitions by local artists, art making … [Read more...] about Canceled: Lunar New Year Family Day at Artspace Jan. 31
Rainbow Market, cabaret night and more, at Speakeasy
Speakeasy, at 100 E Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, is a spot for drinks and local music. You can find their events on their website calendar and on Facebook. Upcoming Events Other Trevor Presents Hypnotic Focus: a night of cerebral dance and flowFriday, January 30, 20269 p.m.FreeAges 18+ North Carolina native Other Trevor returns from a 16-year journey through the heart of the San … [Read more...] about Rainbow Market, cabaret night and more, at Speakeasy
Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Celebrate the Vietnamese New Year at the Tet Vietnamese Year Festival on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Dorton Arena, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Daytime festivities are from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Admission is $20. Those under age 7 or over 75 are admitted for free. The festival typically features: Follow The Vietnamese American Association of Raleigh on Facebook for … [Read more...] about Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Free concert by Eric Pritchard and Guests at Duke University Jan. 18: Music of Bill Robinson
Duke University is hosting a free concert on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m., at East Duke 201 (Nelson Music Room), 1304 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The concert is free and open to the public. The following description is from Duke University. Step into a heartfelt musical celebration as Duke violinist Eric Pritchard and an ensemble of distinguished guest musicians honor … [Read more...] about Free concert by Eric Pritchard and Guests at Duke University Jan. 18: Music of Bill Robinson
Hillyer Community Chorus Presents: Light in the Darkness Jan. 18
Hillyer Community Chorus will present a free concert, Light in the Darkness, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3 p.m., at Hillyer Memorial Christian Church, 718 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free choir concert featuring Dvorak's Mass in D Major and other songs of comfort and joy. Reception to follow. No reservations are required. Admission is free, but donations are … [Read more...] about Hillyer Community Chorus Presents: Light in the Darkness Jan. 18
19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King J. Celebration Musical in Zebulon
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the MLK Community Zebulon Chapter Workshop Choir's 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Musical. This event takes place at Zebulon Community Center, 301 S Arendell Avenue, Zebulon, North Carolina, on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at 3 p.m. This performance brings together voices from Wake and Johnston counties for a powerful tribute through … [Read more...] about 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King J. Celebration Musical in Zebulon
Sold out: Free Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration at Durham County Library Jan. 20
UPDATE: Reservations for this event has filled up. Durham County Main Library, 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This is a FREE event, but please RSVP. Schedule: Peaceful Forest features Takumi Kato, a professional Taiko drummer from Gifu, Japan, who has toured … [Read more...] about Sold out: Free Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration at Durham County Library Jan. 20
