Packapalooza is a huge, free, family-friendly block party and street festival welcoming the Wolfpack back to campus. It takes place on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The whole community is invited to this free street festival. The festival includes music, games, vendors and … [Read more...] about Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 23
Music
Live After 5 concert series: Chatham Rabbits and Jack the Radio Aug. 20
Downtown Raleigh Alliance is bringing Live After 5 back in 2025. It will take place at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, one Wednesday a month from May to August, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. The event will also include food trucks, vendors, and beer and wine for purchase. Live After 5 Schedule for 2025 … [Read more...] about Live After 5 concert series: Chatham Rabbits and Jack the Radio Aug. 20
Music at Mill Bridge (Wake Forest / Rolesville)
The Town of Rolesville spring concert series, Music at Mill Bridge, has been modified due to construction at the park. It will take place just two dates in the fall (see below.) The spring concert will return in 2026. The concerts take place at Mill Bridge Nature Park Amphitheatre, 425 Nature Park Drive, Wake Forest, NC. Enjoy free outdoor concerts from this 200-seat open-air … [Read more...] about Music at Mill Bridge (Wake Forest / Rolesville)
CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 16
The Raleigh-Durham AfroCaribbean-Association presents the Annual CaribMask Carnival Parade and Festival Village on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 12 to 8 p.m. Admission is free. The parade starts at 12 p.m. at the North Carolina State Capitol, and proceeds to the festival village, which is at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. The festival village and main stage entertainment will … [Read more...] about CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival in Raleigh Aug 16
Jazzin’ at Sweetwater — live music with John Brown Trio Aug. 15
Shop Local Raleigh is presenting Jazzin' @ Sweetwater on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:3 p.m., at Sweetwater, 2701 Lanview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy live music from the John Brown Trio. In addition, shop from vendors, and purchase food, wine, beer and cocktails. Bring your chairs and blankets. … [Read more...] about Jazzin’ at Sweetwater — live music with John Brown Trio Aug. 15
Taste of WEBB: an evening of food, art, music, and more in Pittsboro
WEBB Squared is a non-profit that provides free coaching, training and support to people starting or growing a business, especially those in rural areas. In celebration of National Black Business Month, WEBB Squared is presenting A Taste of WEBB: An evening of food, art, music, and more, on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at 79 West Innovation Hub, 120 Mosaic Blvd, Pittsboro, … [Read more...] about Taste of WEBB: an evening of food, art, music, and more in Pittsboro
August events: Top things to do in the Triangle
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 some 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
Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concert Series
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting a Summer Concert Series. It takes place once a month June through August, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. These concerts are free, family-friendly and full of local flavor, including a rotating lineup of food trucks. Pack a blanket or chair and enjoy live music and summer nights. Summer Concert Series in 2025 Jazziando (Latin Jazz)June 14Forest Hills … [Read more...] about Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concert Series
NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
North Carolina Jerk Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of Jamaican independence and culture. It takes place Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 2:30 to 8 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 9 — Jamaican Independence Celebration
Farmhouse Jams in Wendell Falls — free concert with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Aug. 9
Wendell Falls, 320 Vintage Point Lane, Wendell, NC, is presenting Farmhouse Jams, a free concert on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Courtney Lynn & Quinn will be performing. Please bring your own chair. Farmhouse Café and food trucks will be serving up tasty eats, or grab a bite beforehand at one of the Treelight Square restaurants. Also, learn more about the amenities … [Read more...] about Farmhouse Jams in Wendell Falls — free concert with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Aug. 9
