The Town of Carrboro is hosting the West End Poetry Festival on October 15 to 17, 2026. All events are free and open to the public. The West End Poetry Festival is sponsored by the Town of Carrboro and is planned by the Carrboro Poets Council (currently comprised of Carrboro Poet Laureate Dr. Amanda Bennett, former Carrboro Poet Laureate Liza Wolff-Francis, Jay Bryan, Fred Joiner, Chad Knuth, … [Read more...] about West End Poetry Festival in Carrboro Oct 15-17
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HollyFest on Oct 31
HollyFest is a free event on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Jefferson L. Sugg Farm Park at Bass Lake, 2401 Gribsby Avenue, Holly Springs. This is a free event. This annual, family-friendly event celebrates Holly Springs and all the people, places, and services that our community has to offer. Featuring local artists, businesses, food vendors, children’s activities, and … [Read more...] about HollyFest on Oct 31
Clayton Harvest Festival October 22-25
The Clayton Harvest Festival will take place from October 22-25, 2026, at Horne Square, Town Square and other locations in Downtown Clayton. The four-day festival includes a midway full of carnival rides; car, motorcycle, and tractor shows; Latin American Festival; and other community-focused events, vendors, food, music, and fun. Admission is free. Pay for rides, food and drink. Check … [Read more...] about Clayton Harvest Festival October 22-25
Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 18-19
Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, 2026. 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 18-19
Beats N Bars: Labor of Love Weekend Festival in Durham Sept. 5 and 6
Beats N Bars Music Festival returns to Durham, North Carolina for the 10th year on September 5 and 6, 2026. Beats N Bars is a celebration of music, culture and creativity. This year the celebration takes place on Labor Day Weekend. Saturday Labor of Love Fest: Day Party + ConcertSaturday, September 5, 20264 to 9 p.m.The Fruit305 South Dillard Street, Durham, NC$10 Labor of Love Fest brings … [Read more...] about Beats N Bars: Labor of Love Weekend Festival in Durham Sept. 5 and 6
African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place September 5 and 6, 2026, and is free to attend. The Festival’s Main Stage will be located at 500 Fayetteville Street, with the festival footprint extending throughout the … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
Free Fall Film Series in Durham Central Park: Zootopia 2 on Sept. 5
Durham Parks and Recreation presents Fall Film Series: Movies in the Park at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The movies will take place the first Saturday of the month from September to November, 2026. These events take place from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and your favorite people for a fun movie night in the heart of downtown Durham. This … [Read more...] about Free Fall Film Series in Durham Central Park: Zootopia 2 on Sept. 5
Carrboro Music Festival Sept. 27: 100+ bands at many venues, with kick-off Sept. 26
Carrboro Music Festival returns on Sunday, September 27, 2026. The festival is free, and will feature roughly 100 bands and performers at multiple venues around Carrboro, North Carolina. The event starts with a kick-off event on Saturday, September 26, including: The main event is Sunday, September 27, 2026, starting at 1 p.m. Hip-Hop & Grooves will take place in Cat's Cradle's back … [Read more...] about Carrboro Music Festival Sept. 27: 100+ bands at many venues, with kick-off Sept. 26
Open Mic with Freshly Brewed Poems at Tap Yard Raleigh Aug. 19
Freshly Brewed Poems is hosting an open mic for poemtry, prose and spoken word the third Wednesday of the month. It takes place at Tap Yard, 1614 Automotive Way, Raleigh, North Carolina, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., and is free to attend. Free parking is available. Upcoming dates are: Follow Freshly Brewed Coffee on Facebook for any updates, and for announcements about future events. Sign-in … [Read more...] about Open Mic with Freshly Brewed Poems at Tap Yard Raleigh Aug. 19
Bluegrass Jam at The Barn(n) at Sonark Farms in Hillsborough, and more…
Sonark Farms, 5292 Sonark Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is set on 63 scenic acres. It's a welcoming place to gather, celebrate and enjoy the countryside. At the heart of the property, The Bar(n) at Sonark Farms brings people together for live music, special events, weddings, and other events in a rustic, relaxed setting. The live music events are generally priced low, or even "pay what you … [Read more...] about Bluegrass Jam at The Barn(n) at Sonark Farms in Hillsborough, and more…
