The 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest takes place in Carrboro, NC, Friday, February 27, to March 1, 2026. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast on the original date. The festival is a celebration of independent cinema, presenting Southern films in a non-competitive setting. Tickets are $8 for individual screenings and $45 for a festival pass. The screenings take place at … [Read more...] about 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest rescheduled to Feb. 27 – March 1
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National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission on Jan. 20
The Raleigh Human Relations Commission is hosting a National Day of Racial Healing event on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event to celebrate MLK Day. Please RSVP. All ages are welcome! Childcare will be provided. Launched in 2017, the National Day of Racial Healing is a national … [Read more...] about National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission on Jan. 20
Square Dance with Capital Squares in Raleigh Jan. 20
The square dancing group, Capital Squares, hosts low priced square dance parties and classes at St. James United Methodist Church, 3808 St. James Church Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Learn more and register. No experience required. Here's what's coming up: Square Dance PartyTuesday, January 13, 20267 to 9 p.m.$8 for adults; $4 for student (high school or college) $24 for a 4-pack of adult … [Read more...] about Square Dance with Capital Squares in Raleigh Jan. 20
Drumming Showcase at Five Points Center in Raleigh Jan. 24
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, in partnership with Japan American Society of North Carolina, is presenting a drumming showcase on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event for all ages. Celebrate the rhythms of Japan, Senegal, Puerto Rico and more. Explore … [Read more...] about Drumming Showcase at Five Points Center in Raleigh Jan. 24
Free Drawing in the Galleries Event at Ackland Art Museum, Jan. 24, and more
Ackland Art Museum, on the University of North Carolina campus, at 101 South Columbia Street, is always free to visit. The Ackland's permanent collection features more than 19,000 works of art, including Asian art, North Carolina pottery, collections of European masterworks, and more. Visiting Ackland Art Museum Hours Ackland Art Museum is free to visit. Hours are Wednesday to Saturday … [Read more...] about Free Drawing in the Galleries Event at Ackland Art Museum, Jan. 24, and more
Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive and Community Celebration Jan 19
Book Harvest is presenting the Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive Celebration on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices, Durham, North Carolina. Book Harvest provides books to children who need them and engages families and communities to promote children’s lifelong literacy and academic success. Drop off your books and then join the celebration, which … [Read more...] about Book Harvest Dream Big MLK Day Book Drive and Community Celebration Jan 19
Drop-in Valentine’s Day Card Making at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2
Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2, at 302 W Corbin Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Drop-In Valentine's Day Card Making event on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop in any time. There will be lots of cardmaking supplies, everything you need to make Valentine’s Day cards for all your loved ones. This event was announced on Facebook. All skill levels … [Read more...] about Drop-in Valentine’s Day Card Making at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2
Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Celebrate the Vietnamese New Year at the Tet Vietnamese Year Festival on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Dorton Arena, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Daytime festivities are from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Admission is $20. Those under age 7 or over 75 are admitted for free. The festival typically features: Follow The Vietnamese American Association of Raleigh on Facebook for … [Read more...] about Tet Vietnamese New Year Festival Jan 18
Opening Reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection at the Levin JCC on Jan. 18
Jewish for Good (Levin JCC) is hosting the opening reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at the Marcus Family Gallery at the Levin JCC, 1937 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, North Carolina. The reception is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are required and donations are welcome. This exhibition features work from Holocaust victim Sofia … [Read more...] about Opening Reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection at the Levin JCC on Jan. 18
Free concert by Eric Pritchard and Guests at Duke University Jan. 18: Music of Bill Robinson
Duke University is hosting a free concert on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m., at East Duke 201 (Nelson Music Room), 1304 Campus Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The concert is free and open to the public. The following description is from Duke University. Step into a heartfelt musical celebration as Duke violinist Eric Pritchard and an ensemble of distinguished guest musicians honor … [Read more...] about Free concert by Eric Pritchard and Guests at Duke University Jan. 18: Music of Bill Robinson
