Bond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very full music calendar, in addition to a great beer list. The food truck Bulkogi is there every day that Bond Brothers Eastside is open, offering the Bulkogi Burger, Galbi Basket, Ramen Fried … [Read more...] about Jazz: The Session at Bond Brothers Eastside on Thursdays, more…
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FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
FM2FV Concert Series is a free outdoor concert series at Centennial Square, 102 North Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. The concerts, which are scheduled for the spring and fall each year, take place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. FM2FV Spring Concerts 2026 No pets or coolers are allowed. There will be a number of food trucks and beer vendors at each concert. … [Read more...] about FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
Live After 5: Fireside Collective at Moore Square May 14
Downtown Raleigh Alliance is bringing Live After 5 back in 2026. This year it will take place at rotating locations, on six Thursdays from May 14 to August 13, 2026, at 7 p.m. This family-friendly summer concert series will also include local food trucks and more. Locations Moore Square201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, NC Raleigh Union Station510 W Martin Street, Raleigh, NC Seaboard … [Read more...] about Live After 5: Fireside Collective at Moore Square May 14
Free Spring Concert Series at Sweetwater: Julia Golden
The final concert in Sweetwater Town Center's Spring Concert Series takes place Friday, May 15, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. It takes place on the Market Square Lawn at Sweetwater Town Center, 1481 Richardson Road, Apex, North Carolina. Performing are Jamey Meeter and headliner Julia Golden. Julia Golden was seen on The Voice (Season 29), and is a CCMA Emerging New Artist winner, and 3-time Best of … [Read more...] about Free Spring Concert Series at Sweetwater: Julia Golden
Carolina Indie Fest — free music festival in Sanford May 15 and 16
Hugger Mugger, 229 Wicker Street, Sanford, NC, is hosting Carolina Indie Fest, a FREE two-day, outdoor music festival, on May 15 and 16, 2026. Look for updates on Carolina Indie Fest's Facebook page. Sanford is a bit to the southwest of the Triangle, but it's close enough to make a very easy day trip. It's a 43 minute drive from Raleigh, a 30 minute drive from Apex, and a 22 minute drive from … [Read more...] about Carolina Indie Fest — free music festival in Sanford May 15 and 16
Groovin’ in Garner — Rockzilla on May 15
Downtown Garner is kicking off its outdoor concert series, Groovin' in Garner, on Friday, May 15, 2026, with Rockzilla. 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 wine will … [Read more...] about Groovin’ in Garner — Rockzilla on May 15
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 5 to 10 p.m., and are free to attend. Meet on Main 2026 Schedule … [Read more...] about Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell
Durham Labor Choir’s Spring Concert on May 15
Durham Labor Choir performs labor songs to celebrate the workers of Durham. The group is presenting Bread & Roses: Spring Concert on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., at Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4907 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina. Experience powerful labor classics and new re-writes around the theme of textiles and women of the labor movement. Bring your … [Read more...] about Durham Labor Choir’s Spring Concert on May 15
Third Friday Durham Art Walk May 15
Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and continuing exhibits. It's also a good time to check out shops and to try out a new restaurant. Most gallery receptions take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. but visit the 3rd Friday Durham Facebook page, where … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham Art Walk May 15
Durham Foodie Fare: Food trucks, art, vendors, music May 15
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Durham Foodie Fare one Friday each month, from March to December, 2026, except April, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Each event … [Read more...] about Durham Foodie Fare: Food trucks, art, vendors, music May 15
