Every Tuesday (with some exceptions) from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Bowstring Pizza, 1930 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, is hosting Beer and Banjos, a free music series that features acoustic music in the folk, bluegrass, Americana and traditional varieties. This is a new location for Beer & Banjos. Local and regional artists will perform. Beer and Banjos is presented by Pinecone. Visit Beer and … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard on Tuesdays
Music
Paradox Opera’s Classical Open Mic at Huron Stage Dec. 16
Paradox Opera is hosting a classical open mic night at Huron Stage, 2329 Huron Street, Durham, North Carolina, on December 16, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This is a free event. Doors are at 6:30 p.m. and the music starts at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to perform, from amateurs to professionals, singers to clarinetists, and everyone in between! The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with free … [Read more...] about Paradox Opera’s Classical Open Mic at Huron Stage Dec. 16
International Jazz Open Jam at Neptune’s Parlour Dec. 16
Oak City Music Collective is presenting International Jazz Open Jam the 3rd Tuesday of the month, from 8 to 11 p.m., at Neptune's Parlour. Neptune's Parlour is a subterranean bar, under Kings, at 14 W Martin Street, Raleigh, NC. International Jazz Open Jam is a free event. All styles of jazz are welcome. All ages are welcome. Hot food will be available for sale. More info … [Read more...] about International Jazz Open Jam at Neptune’s Parlour Dec. 16
Beer & Banjos Carrboro: Holiday Special Dec. 16
The Beer & Banjos music series focuses on traditional and acoustic music from North Carolina. The original Beer & Banjos series takes place in Raleigh. This post is about Beers & Banjos Carrboro. Follow Beer & Banjos Carrboro on Facebook for updates. You can enjoy Beer & Banjos Carrboro every Tuesday, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at Speakeasy, 110 E Main Street, Carrboro, North … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos Carrboro: Holiday Special Dec. 16
25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art on Jan. 31
North Carolina Museum of History's 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed for renovation. The festival takes place Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. This festival is the kickoff to Black History … [Read more...] about 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art on Jan. 31
New Year Mochitsuki Festival Jan. 25 — celebrate Japanese culture
The Nippon Club of the Triangle is presenting the 2026 New Year Mochitsuki Festival on Sunday, January 25, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free, but a $10 donation per adult is suggested. Mochitsuki is a Japanese New Year tradition of pounding glutinous rice into Mochi, a sweet rice cake. Lunar New … [Read more...] about New Year Mochitsuki Festival Jan. 25 — celebrate Japanese culture
Emancipation Day: Breakfast and Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum January 3
Emancipation Day, a long-standing North Carolina Tradition, is a commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Traditionally this was celebrated on January 1st, and included a parade and program, followed by singing, poetry reading, and speeches by both black and white leaders. The City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Emancipation Day … [Read more...] about Emancipation Day: Breakfast and Lecture at City of Raleigh Museum January 3
Holiday Harmony — concert at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh Dec. 14
The Woman's Club of Raleigh, at 3300 Woman's Club Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Holiday Harmony on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. This holiday concert is free, but donations are being collected for UNC Rex Hospital's Food Pantry. The concert features: If you can't attend the concert but would like to contribute, please follow this link. … [Read more...] about Holiday Harmony — concert at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh Dec. 14
Christmas Cantata at Ephesus Baptist Church in Raleigh Dec. 14
Celebrate the birth of Jesus with music at Ephesus Baptist Church, 6767 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. This FREE event features Classic Christmas Carols and a Cantata that narrates the Birth of Jesus accompanied by songs from the choir. A fellowship meal that includes some Filipino foods will be provided after the cantata. … [Read more...] about Christmas Cantata at Ephesus Baptist Church in Raleigh Dec. 14
Triangle Jewish Chorale Presents “Season of Light” Dec. 7 and 14
Triangle Jewish Chorale is a volunteer choral organization made up of singers from Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle. It performs Jewish music of all kinds. Triangle Jewish Chorale is presenting a concert, "Season of Light." Join the Triangle Jewish Chorale in musically lighting the candles of the season. Chanukah favorites, a children’s song, a familiar folk tune, and … [Read more...] about Triangle Jewish Chorale Presents “Season of Light” Dec. 7 and 14
