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3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31

The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration, with Artist Studio Project, are presenting the 3rd Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages, including the young … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31

Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother’s Calling — An Earth Day Festival

Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother's Calling is an Earth Day festival on Sunday, April 19, 2025, from 2 to 8 p.m., at Clouds Brewery and Taproom, 1233 Front Street, Raleigh. This is a free event. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Earth to Raleigh! Your Mother’s Calling — An Earth Day Festival

Smithfield River Jam Concert Series: Spare Change on March 21

The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2025. It will take place at the Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. The concerts are all at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live music, food and fun. This concert was announced on Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department's Special Events … [Read more...] about Smithfield River Jam Concert Series: Spare Change on March 21

Bridge of Songs: SONAM Spring Concert on May 9

Singers of New and Ancient Music (SONAM) is a chorus committed to creating high-quality sacred and secular music and giving back to the community. Their mission is to make excellent choral music that supports local non-profits through benefit concerts. SONAM was established in 2012. The group consists of about 20 talented singers from central North Carolina, led by conductor Allan Friedman and … [Read more...] about Bridge of Songs: SONAM Spring Concert on May 9

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Taste of Soul in Durham May 24

The popular food festival Taste of Soul holds several food and merchant events throughout the year in Durham and Raleigh, NC. Taste of Soul NC is the ultimate cookout experience, with food, merchants, DJ, live performances, and kids' activities. Admission is free. You just pay for your food and drink. The next Taste of Soul NC event takes place on May 24, 2025, from 3 to 8 p.m., at … [Read more...] about Taste of Soul in Durham May 24

St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Party at Bull McCabe’s

Bull McCabe's, at 427 West Main Street, Durham, is hosting a St. Patrick's Day party from March 15 to 17, 2025. There's no cover charge. Here's what's going on: Line-Up Saturday March 15 Line-Up Sunday March 16 Line-Up Monday March 17 … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Party at Bull McCabe’s

St. Patrick’s Day Parties at Doherty’s Irish Pub & Restaurant in Cary, Apex and Pittsboro

All three locations of Doherty's Irish Pub and Restaurant are putting on St. Patrick's Day Parties on March 15 and 17, 2025. The locations are in Cary, Apex and Pittsboro, North Carolina Read on to see what's happening at each location. Doherty's Irish Pub & Restaurant of Cary 1979 High House Rd, Cary Saturday, March 15, 20252 to 9 p.m. Monday, March 17, 202512 to 9 … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Parties at Doherty’s Irish Pub & Restaurant in Cary, Apex and Pittsboro

3rd Annual Adult Recess Festival at Fletcher Park May 3

Let's Get Social Raleigh and Raleigh Parks are presenting the Adult Recess Festival at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 2 to 8 p.m. This free event is for ages 21+ only. This festival will feature games, sports, food trucks, and music. New this year will be "Poolside Picnic." Bring your own inflatable pool, deck it out with blankets, … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Adult Recess Festival at Fletcher Park May 3

Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell

Wendell's Meet on Main Concert Series includes live music, a kids' zone, food truck rodeo and beer and wine for purchase. The concerts take place in Downtown Wendell on four Fridays, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., and are free to attend. Meet on Main 2025 Schedule … [Read more...] about Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell

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