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
Music
Big Band Bash in the Park in Garner Sept. 20
Optimist Club of Garner is hosting Big Band Bash in the Park on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, North Carolina. This is a free, kid-friendly event. Neuse River Big Band will be sharing the sounds and styles of the Big Band Era. Food trucks will be on site, offering food and drink for purchase. … [Read more...] about Big Band Bash in the Park in Garner Sept. 20
919 Day at NC State Centennial Campus
Celebrate Raleigh's culture and community at 919 Day! This event takes place Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., at The Corner at NC State's Centennial Campus, 941 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors and more. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the music starts at 6 p.m. Bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs. … [Read more...] about 919 Day at NC State Centennial Campus
Groovin’ in Garner — Liquid Pleasure on Sept. 19
Downtown Garner is presenting a free outdoor concert series one Friday a month from June to September, 2025, except for July. Groovin' in Garner takes place on the Garner Recreation Center lawn, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site, or you can purchase dinner from one of the Downtown Garner restaurants. Beer and … [Read more...] about Groovin’ in Garner — Liquid Pleasure on Sept. 19
Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 20
Festa Italiana will take place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 11 pm. to 7 p.m., at Town of Apex Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Celebrate Italian culture with a fun day that includes: Interested Vendors: vendors@festanc.org Interested sponsors: sponsors@festanc.org Know before you go: … [Read more...] about Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 20
Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
The 3rd Annual Wilson Jazz Festival takes place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 p.m. to around 10 p.m., in various locations in Wilson, North Carolina. The Main Stage performances at Vollis Whirligig Park are ticketed, and the other performances at multiple venues, plus a Second Line Parade, are free. The Second Line goes from Whirligig Park at 8:30 p.m. to Downtown Public House. Check … [Read more...] about Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community by Durham Art Guild — special game night Sept. 19
The Durham Art Guild will host Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community from September 6 to October 5, 2025, at the Golden Belt Gallery, Suite 9-157A, 800 Taylor St., Durham, North Carolina. Just in time for National Hispanic Heritage Month, this vibrant exhibit by local photographer Anthony Garza reimagines traditional lotería cards through portraits and stories … [Read more...] about Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community by Durham Art Guild — special game night Sept. 19
Thornetoberfest at JoCo Brewing Company Oct. 18
Thornetoberfest will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., at JoCo Brewing Company, 463 Cleveland Crossing Drive, Garner, North Carolina. Admission is free. The event includes live music and German food, beer from JoCo Brewing and games. The event will raise money for Military Missions in Action. Live music schedule: … [Read more...] about Thornetoberfest at JoCo Brewing Company Oct. 18
Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is hosting a free concert series on Thursday nights in July, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert has no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. The concert takes place on the Village Green. Thursday Night Live Lineup … [Read more...] about Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
Honduran Civic Festival on Sept. 14
Hondureños Unidos NC is hosting the Honduran Civic Festival on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 3 to 8 p.m., at 1515 N Pointe Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. This is a celebration of Honduran independence and features: The event is in support of the children in the Tolupan community of Honduras. … [Read more...] about Honduran Civic Festival on Sept. 14
