PeakFest returns to Apex on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Please note that this year it's at the Apex Town Hall campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. New parking spaces recently added in the downtown Saunders Lot and Moore Street lot are a short walk away from Town Hall. The festival takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free to attend. Features of PeakFest: Stage Schedule Arch … [Read more...] about PeakFest at new location
Music
Jazz Music at at Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew in Hillsborough
Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, at 114 W. King Street, Hillsborough, serves cocktails, wine and beer. It frequently hosts events like music, comedy, trivia, and open mics. There is no cover for most events. However, please tip the performers, and consider buying a CD or other merchandise if you enjoy the performance. Also, please tip your bartender. You can see everything coming up on … [Read more...] about Jazz Music at at Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew in Hillsborough
Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
The Westin Raleigh-Durham, at 3931 Macaw Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is reopening the rooftop lounge for the season starting April 16, 2026. Enjoy craft cocktails, small bites and sweeping views. You can sip a cocktail and watch planes glide into RDU, for a unique atmosphere. Westin Raleigh-Durham is hosting a FREE live music series on the rooftop on Thursdays from 5 to 9 p.m. This is … [Read more...] about Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest May 2
The Annual Meet in the Street Festival is taking place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in downtown Wake Forest. This will be the 44th year for the festival. It's free to attend. Look for updates in the Facebook event. The festival will feature: … [Read more...] about Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest May 2
Haw River Festival — live music and outdoor activities May 2
Haw River Festival takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., near Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Road, Saxapahaw, North Carolina. Haw River Festival is the kickoff to this season's Saturdays in Saxapahaw concerts. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Besides the music, the festival includes: Bands: They're raffling off a "Weekender" … [Read more...] about Haw River Festival — live music and outdoor activities May 2
Pay What You Want Block Party (with pottery painting) at Trophy Brewing & Taproom Apr. 29
Cozy Panda is hosting a Block Party on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Trophy Brewing & Taproom, 656 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. The event features pottery painting. And it's "pay what you want!" You can pay for your piece, pay it forward to support another guest, or paint for free. In addition, the party features: … [Read more...] about Pay What You Want Block Party (with pottery painting) at Trophy Brewing & Taproom Apr. 29
The Night Market Company’s Alphabet Soup Pride Market in Cary June 13
The Night Market Company is presenting its 3rd Alphabet Soup Pride Market on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about The Night Market Company’s Alphabet Soup Pride Market in Cary June 13
Rhiannon Giddens’ Biscuits & Banjos Presents: A Day of Free Programming on Apr. 26
Rhiannon Giddens' Biscuits & Banjos presents a day of free programming at The Fruit, 305 S Dillard Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The programming is for the first anniversary of the sold-out Biscuits & Banjos festival that took place in Durham. The day of programming reflects the spirit at the heart of Biscuits & Banjos, celebrating music, memory, … [Read more...] about Rhiannon Giddens’ Biscuits & Banjos Presents: A Day of Free Programming on Apr. 26
Free classical music concert at Binkley Baptist Church Apr. 26
Binkley Baptist Church, 1712 Willow Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting a free concert on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 7 p.m. The Chancel Choir, accompanied by Mike Harris, and assisted by friends, both singers and instrumentalists, will present an evening of Classical Music gems that have stood the test of time, from the Baroque period to the Modern era. A reception will follow … [Read more...] about Free classical music concert at Binkley Baptist Church Apr. 26
Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Unleashed's Annual Spring Fling is a fun, free event for families, including the canine family members. Parking is also free. It takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Admission and parking are free. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
