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Broadway Our Way Street Festival includes live music, kids’ activities, street fair, more…

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The town of Broadway, NC, is hosting Broadway Our Way on April 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Broadway Our Way is a free street festival that includes live music, a street fair, kids' activities, a food truck rodeo, and more. The free festival takes place on Main Street in downtown Broadway, NC. Broadway is a small town in Lee County, close to Sanford. It's about 48 minutes to the … [Read more...] about Broadway Our Way Street Festival includes live music, kids’ activities, street fair, more…

Major the Bull’s 21st Birthday Bash April 18

Major the Bull is turning 21! Celebrate Major's Birthday Bash on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina. Major was created in 2004 by Liberty Artists Michael Waller and Leah Foushee-Waller. This celebration is part of Third Friday Durham. Read on to learn about the celebration, as well as special celebratory deals at businesses … [Read more...] about Major the Bull’s 21st Birthday Bash April 18

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Festival · Kids · Music

Free screening of “Small Island Big Song” at Neptunes Parlour April 15

NC State Sustainability Stewards are presenting a free screening of "Small Island Big Song" on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at Neptunes Parlour, 14 W Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy light smacks and small crafts as well. Following the film, Neptunes will be hosting International Jazz Open Jam, which is also free to attend, at 8 p.m. Small Island Big Song is a … [Read more...] about Free screening of “Small Island Big Song” at Neptunes Parlour April 15

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Film

23rd Annual ClydeFEST in Chatham County: Kids’ Festival of Folk Art Fun April 13

The 23rd Annual ClydeFEST takes place on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-Bus, Pittsboro, NC. The festival takes place 12 to 4 p.m. The festival honors Chatham County folk artist Clyde Jones and celebrates creativity and kids. ClydeFEST is free to attend.. There will be tons of hands-on arts and crafts projects for kids, … [Read more...] about 23rd Annual ClydeFEST in Chatham County: Kids’ Festival of Folk Art Fun April 13

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Art · Festival · Kids · Music

Elkin, North Carolina, in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains: Good Times, Great Trails, and Groovy Small-Town Vibes

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Looking for good times, great trails, and groovy small town vibes? There's no better place to spend a day, an evening, weekend or week away from the city than Elkin, NC – in the heart of the Yadkin Valley wine region! From raising a pint to enjoying live music or soaking in the festive atmosphere, Elkin has no shortage of ways to relax, unwind or recharge. Full of lively celebrations, small-town … [Read more...] about Elkin, North Carolina, in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains: Good Times, Great Trails, and Groovy Small-Town Vibes

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Music · Travel

Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño April 13

Revista Latina NC is presenting a free festival, Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño, on Sunday, April 13, 2025, from 3 to 7 p.m., at the Amphitheatre at Raleigh Rose Garden, 301 Pogue Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This Children's Day Cultural Festival will celebrate cultures and traditions through: … [Read more...] about Festival Cultural Del Día Del Niño April 13

Puppies on the Patio at Woody’s Sports Tavern & Grill City Market May 2

Woody's Sports Tavern & Grill has three locations: Cary8322 Chapel Hill Road, Cary, NC919-380-7737 City Market205 Wolfe Street, Raleigh, NC919-833-3000 Morrisville3107 Grace Park Drive, Morrisville, NC919-650-3177 All three locations host events like live music, trivia and music bingo. You can find all of the upcoming events for each location on Woody's Sports Tavern & Grill's … [Read more...] about Puppies on the Patio at Woody’s Sports Tavern & Grill City Market May 2

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Entertainment

Triangle Drive-In: A Minecraft Movie

Enjoy an iconic drive-in movie experience right in Raleigh! Triangle Cinemas and Drive-In is showing drive-in movies at 9500 Forum Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, every weekend. Gates open at 7 p.m., and the movie starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $11 for adults and $9 for children 12 and under (plus fees.) Triangle Cinemas and Drive-In Schedule: Learn more and buy tickets. … [Read more...] about Triangle Drive-In: A Minecraft Movie

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