La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, will once again host Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from April 1 to October 21, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., with the music starting at 6 p.m. This is the 10th year for Wine Down Wednesday and it's a favorite tradition in Chapel Hill. Mingle, sip, and enjoy great weather and live music at this open social. This is a … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
Music
25th Anniversary of Strowd Roses in Chapel Hill on Sept. 27
Gene Strowd Community Rose Garden, at the Chapel Hill Community Center at 120 S Estes Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, contains hundreds of rose bushes, of many varieties, as well as companion plants. It's free to visit the rose garden from dawn to dusk. Strowd Roses is celebrating its 25th Anniversary on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. The celebration is FREE to attend. … [Read more...] about 25th Anniversary of Strowd Roses in Chapel Hill on Sept. 27
The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with pianist Daniel Anastasio in Cary Sept. 27
The Classical Concerts -- a concert series created by Dr. Anthony C. Lee -- presents family-friendly programs in the Cary-Raleigh area. Their next concert is on September 27, 2026, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., at Saint Francis Methodist Church, 2965 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, North Carolina, with a concert featuring pianist Daniel Anastasio. All ages are invited. Admission is free, with a suggested … [Read more...] about The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with pianist Daniel Anastasio in Cary Sept. 27
PineCone Beginner’s Bluegrass Jam on Sept. 21, and more…
PineCone, the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music, Inc. is dedicated to preserving, presenting, and promoting all forms of traditional music, dance and other folk performing arts. The organization is the force behind a lot of the music throughout the Triangle. PineCone hosts jam sessions each month. You can find these sessions, along with more of their events, on their calendar. Here's … [Read more...] about PineCone Beginner’s Bluegrass Jam on Sept. 21, and more…
Filipino Fall Fiesta in Durham Oct. 24
Filipino Fall Fiesta is a family-friendly celebration of Filipino food, culture, music, and community. It takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event is open to everyone and all ages are welcome. Admission is $5 for adults, while K–8, high school, and college students with valid student ID may attend for free. … [Read more...] about Filipino Fall Fiesta in Durham Oct. 24
Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 19-20
CenterFest is Durham's largest cultural and community event, as well as North Carolina's longest running street art festival. CenterFest will take place Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, 2026. CenterFest takes place in the downtown Durham loop on Main and Chapel Hill Streets in the Five Points and CCB Plaza areas. Admission is free, with a $5 suggested donation at the gate. … [Read more...] about Durham’s CenterFest Sept. 19-20
Hammered Dulcimer Concert featuring Joshua Messick at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham Sept. 20
Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a concert on September 20, 2026, at 3 p.m. The concert will featured Joshua Messick, a musician trained in the hammered dulcimer. The concert is free to attend, but a good will offering will be collected to help those still rebuilding in Western North Carolina from Hurricane Helene. Please RSVP by emailing … [Read more...] about Hammered Dulcimer Concert featuring Joshua Messick at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham Sept. 20
Morgan Street Sessions on Sundays — DJs at Morgan Street Food Hall
Morgan Street Sessions is a weekly Sunday gathering that brings together music, great food, craft cocktails, and the energy of downtown Raleigh. The event takes place every Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m. It's currently on the calendar every Sunday through December 20, 2026. It's free to attend. Just pay for your food and drink. Hosted at Morgan Street Food Hall, 411 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about Morgan Street Sessions on Sundays — DJs at Morgan Street Food Hall
Instrument Petting Zoo at Dix Park on Sept. 20
Bring the kids to an Instrument Petting Zoo to Gibson Play Plaza at Dorothea Dix Park! Gibson Play Plaza is at 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. These are free events! The Instrument Petting Zoo takes place from 2 to 4 p.m. on the following dates. Registration is required to receive weather cancellations. Registration opens two weeks in advance at 12 p.m. Enjoy an interactive, … [Read more...] about Instrument Petting Zoo at Dix Park on Sept. 20
Mama Afrika Festival in Raleigh Sept. 20
The 15th Mama Afrika Festival takes place Sunday, September 20, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Southeast Raleigh YMCA, 1437 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Mama Afrika Festival in Raleigh Sept. 20
