Lanza's Cafe, at 601 W Main Street, Carrboro, NC, offers coffee and other hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, beer and more. The cafe also hosts a wide array of events, include game nights, live music, trivia and more. You can find the events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live music: Gary Green and the InvisiblesSaturday, January 25, 202511 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free Recurring … [Read more...] about Chime In Open Mic (poetry, storytelling songwriting) at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro
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2025 North Carolina Shape-Note Singing Convention
Triangle Shape Note is a small local group that meets regularly to do "shape note singing" (sometimes called "sacred harp singing"). Shape note singing is a very old American tradition of group singing in four-part harmony. Singers sit in a hollow square, one voice part per side (treble, alto, tenor/lead, bass), and anyone can sing any part. Many people take turns requesting tunes and … [Read more...] about 2025 North Carolina Shape-Note Singing Convention
Arts at St. Luke’s: A Concert of Appalachian Music by Elizabeth LaPrelle and the Family Band Jan. 24
Arts at St. Luke's presents concerts, recitals and other events for the community. The events are free to enjoy, but donations are accepted. The concerts take place at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 1737 Hillandale Road, Durham, North Carolina. Find an updated schedule at stlukesdurham.org/arts-events/. 2024/2025 Arts at St. Luke's David Arcus Organ RecitalSunday, September 15, 20244 … [Read more...] about Arts at St. Luke’s: A Concert of Appalachian Music by Elizabeth LaPrelle and the Family Band Jan. 24
North Carolina Chamber Music Institute: Free concerts
North Carolina Chamber Music Institute has several concerts coming up. Read on to learn about some of the free concerts. Performance ReviewJanuary 11, 20253:30 to 5:30 p.m.Church of the Nativity8849 Ray Road, Raleigh, NCFree Groups perform for a panel of teachers, receiving written feedback and scores. Performance ReviewJanuary 12, 20256:45 to 8:45 p.m.Church of the Nativity8849 Ray Road, … [Read more...] about North Carolina Chamber Music Institute: Free concerts
Valentine’s Date Night at Downtown Cary Park
Head to Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, for a Valentine's Date Night on Friday, February 14, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. There's no charge for the event. Celebrate love at this free Valentine’s Date Night in the Park! Perfect for couples looking for a cozy, creative evening out, this event offers arts & crafts activities to enjoy together, live music setting … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Date Night at Downtown Cary Park
Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 26
Celebrate springtime and art at Cary's Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary. It's free to attend. You might also be interested in this huge list of upcoming art, artisan and vintage markets in the Triangle! This festival will feature 170 local artists and also serves as an Earth Day Celebration. Enjoy … [Read more...] about Cary’s Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival April 26
Nuv Yug India Fest March 22
The Nuv Yug India Fest takes place Saturday, March 22, 2025, at the Jim Graham Building at the State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. Parking is also free. The festival features approximately 120 unique dance and music performances throughout the day. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Nuv Yug India Fest March 22
Raleigh’s Spring Festival May 10
Raleigh's Spring Festival is taking place Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Spring Festival May 10
Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7
Great news for the Triangle! Raleigh's International Food Festival is returning! It will take place Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 420 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. This very popular festival will feature a wide variety of international food, international beer and wine, international performers and more. Over 50 countries will be represented and there will be … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Food Festival June 7
Epiphany Lessons and Carols at Duke University Chapel
Duke University Chapel, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham, is often filled with music, and much of the time it's available for the public to listen to, for free. During weekdays, there is typically a 15-minute Carillon recital at 5 p.m. Events at Duke Chapel See all upcoming events on the Duke University Chapel website. Here's some of what's coming up: Duke Chorale Holiday Concert with … [Read more...] about Epiphany Lessons and Carols at Duke University Chapel
