The Pittsboro Sculpture Celebration is the inaugural festival to celebrate Pittsboro's artists and public art. The celebration includes a ticketed welcome dinner, on September 19, 2025, and a free Sculpture Celebration on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. 39 sculptures will be on display from September 19 to October 16, 2025. They are all … [Read more...] about Pittsboro Sculpture Celebration Sept. 20
Music
Durham Oktoberfest in Durham Central Park Sept. 20
The Glass Jug Beer Lab is presenting Durham Oktoberfest at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC, on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 3 to 10 p.m. It's free to attend and family-friendly. The event features: … [Read more...] about Durham Oktoberfest in Durham Central Park Sept. 20
The International Festival Sept. 20
The International Festival will take place September 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., at NC State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enter through Gate 9. It's at the field close to Martin Building. Over 30 cultures will be represented in this celebration. Admission is free. The festival will feature: … [Read more...] about The International Festival Sept. 20
Oktoberfest at Lafayette Village in Raleigh, including the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races
Enjoy an Oktoberfest celebration at Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There will be live music, seasonal brews, German-inspired food, and more. It's free to attend. The celebration will also feature the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races! All Wieners are required to be classified as a Dachshund breed to be eligible to enter. … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Lafayette Village in Raleigh, including the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races
The Raleigh Uke Jam — Sept. 18
The Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering open to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Estill House at the Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, in North Raleigh. They have compiled songbooks of both classic and popular ukulele songs, but feel free to bring along copies of songs that … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Uke Jam — Sept. 18
Jazz in the Square Sept. 18: Shirlette Ammons
Jazz in the Square is a free concert series presented by Downtown Raleigh Alliance, in partnership with Raleigh Parks and Sleepy Cat Records. It takes place in Moore Square, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, on select Thursdays from August 7 to September 25, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. At each installment, there will be beverage vendors with wine and beer for purchase, as well as food trucks. Jazz … [Read more...] about Jazz in the Square Sept. 18: Shirlette Ammons
Bricks & Brews at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, and more…
Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, 5907 Triangle Dr, Raleigh, holds frequent events and many are free. See their upcoming schedule on their calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music in Fall 2025: View their live music schedule on their website calendar. Oktoberfest 2025Saturday, September 27, 202512 to 9 p.m.Free There will be live music all day, local food trucks serving … [Read more...] about Bricks & Brews at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, and more…
Jazz on the Roof of the Durham Hotel Sept. 18, and more…
The Durham Hotel, 315 East Chapel Hill Street in Durham, hosts events on its rooftop that are free for all, even if you're not staying at hotel. The hotel also features a coffee bar inside. You can see the upcoming events on their event page and Facebook page. Upcoming Events in 2025 Live Music: Alli J7:30 to 9 p.m. (Dates below)Free Jazz on the Roof with Al Strong and … [Read more...] about Jazz on the Roof of the Durham Hotel Sept. 18, and more…
Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park — Peter Lamb/Mark Wells Duo Sept. 18
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a live music series, Live at Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Concerts return for the fall in September, 2025. The free concerts take place at Academy Plaza. Learn all about the incredible Downtown Cary Park, including more free events. You can find all the Live at Lunch concerts (and more) at … [Read more...] about Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park — Peter Lamb/Mark Wells Duo Sept. 18
Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm Sept. 18
Durham Beer and Banjos is a music series featuring roots, bluegrass, Americana and folk music. It's got a new location and schedule for 2025. It takes place on select Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Old Mill Farm, 8794 North Carolina 751, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. The next Durham Beer and Banjos event takes place Thursday, September 18, 2025. More upcoming music in … [Read more...] about Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm Sept. 18
