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 Storytime on the Roof of the Durham Hotel Sept. 10, and more…
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NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ BugFest Sept. 20
BugFest, one of North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences' most popular festivals, is returning to Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The festival will include both indoor and outdoor activities. Indoor activities will be located in the Nature Exploration Center (NEC) and Nature Research Center (NRC). Outdoor activities will be located along Jones Street, … [Read more...] about NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ BugFest Sept. 20
Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13, 2025. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Aug. 26 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by The Lost Nomads and live bellydance performances by local bellydance students and performers. The next Beer and Bellydance takes place at Fortnight Brewery, 1006 SW Maynard Road, Cary, NC, on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, from 8 to 10 p.m. This is a free event. Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by the Lost Nomads and bellydance performances by local … [Read more...] about Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Aug. 26 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27
Tamale lovers, take note! The Raleigh Tamale Festival is Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This will be a day of community, celebration and tamales. It will feature performances, family activities, food trucks and vendors. Local competitors will compete in the tamale contest. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27
Smithfield Oktoberfest October 11
Head to Downtown Historic Smithfield, North Carolina, for Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free event. Smithfield’s Annual Oktoberfest is back and better than ever! Join us in Downtown Smithfield for a lively, family-friendly celebration of all things German. Enjoy a variety of craft beers, delicious German food, traditional pub games, a vendor … [Read more...] about Smithfield Oktoberfest October 11
15th Annual Durham Oktoberfest at Motorco on Sept. 13
The 15th Annual Durham Oktoberfest celebration takes place at Motorco, 723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Session 1 is from 1 to 5 p.m. and session 2 is from 6 to 10 p.m. Indoor bleacher seating is $22.46, a Veranda Table for 4 people is $56.91, and a Veranda Table for 8 people is $110.73. Purchase tickets here. Enjoy music and dancing from The Little German … [Read more...] about 15th Annual Durham Oktoberfest at Motorco on Sept. 13
Bye Bye Summer — Jamaica Edition at Green Road Community Center Sept. 20
Raleigh Parks & Recreation is hosting Bye Bye Summer -- Jamaica Edition on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event open to all ages. Register here. Enjoy: Put on your Caribbean Island attire and have a good time! … [Read more...] about Bye Bye Summer — Jamaica Edition at Green Road Community Center Sept. 20
Chavis Celebrates: 87th anniversary party for John Chavis Memorial Park Sept 20
Celebrate the 87th anniversary of John Chavis Memorial Park with a party on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event that celebrates the heritage, history and culture of Chavis Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. No registration is required. Please bring a lawn chair. The party features: … [Read more...] about Chavis Celebrates: 87th anniversary party for John Chavis Memorial Park Sept 20
Fiestas en la Calle: Festival LatinoAmericano in Carrboro Aug 24
The 10th Annual Fiestas el la Calle -- Festival LatinoAmericano -- takes place on Sunday, August 25, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 201 W Weaver Street, Carrboro, NC. This event is hosted by El Centro Hispano, North Carolina's largest Hispanic non-profit organization. The free event features: … [Read more...] about Fiestas en la Calle: Festival LatinoAmericano in Carrboro Aug 24
