Lapin Bleu, at 106-A N. Graham Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosts Cajun Dance Parties with live music on many Wednesdays at 7 p.m. There's no cover charge and the event even includes a dance lesson. You don't need a partner. The dance lesson is at 7 p.m. Then, dance to live music from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Cajun Dance Party Schedule … [Read more...] about Cajun Dance Party at Lapin Bleu Sept. 23
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St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 26
St. Eugene Catholic Church is holding the St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at J. Ashley Wall Town Square, 99 W. 3rd Street, Wendell, NC. The festival is free to attend and features live entertainment, authentic cuisine from around the world to purchase, kids' activities and a raffle. Program Food Enjoy authentic … [Read more...] about St. Eugene International Food & Music Festival September 26
Spellbound at Mordecai — family Halloween event Oct. 24, plus Haunted Mordecai tours
Paper & Stars Studio is bringing Spellbound at Mordecai, a children's festival, to Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. This is a fun, family-friendly event where you can: This is a family event full of spooky fun for children - no horror, gore, weapons, or full face masks please. This event is … [Read more...] about Spellbound at Mordecai — family Halloween event Oct. 24, plus Haunted Mordecai tours
Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 8: Hocus Pocus (early bird tickets are $5)
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street in Raleigh, is presenting Hocus Pocus at Movies in the Garden on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Early bird tickets are $5. Starting October 1, 2026, tickets are $10. The movie will be screened outdoors, in Raleigh Little Theatre's Stephenson Amphitheatre. Seating and food trucks open at 6 p.m. The movie starts at 7 p.m. There will be a costume parade … [Read more...] about Movies in the Garden at Raleigh Little Theatre Oct. 8: Hocus Pocus (early bird tickets are $5)
BEERthoven with The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle and Guest Artists — Season Starts Sept. 22
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle is an orchestral ensemble of 40+ musicians from all parts of North Carolina. They are known for their varied concert series, including BEERthoven. Read on to learn about the BEERthoven program and the schedule for 2026/2027. BEERthoven COT musicians and guest artists leave the concert stage to give you a front row seat for BEERthoven. These donation-only … [Read more...] about BEERthoven with The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle and Guest Artists — Season Starts Sept. 22
The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with pianist Daniel Anastasio in Cary Sept. 27
The Classical Concerts -- a concert series created by Dr. Anthony C. Lee -- presents family-friendly programs in the Cary-Raleigh area. Their next concert is on September 27, 2026, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., at Saint Francis Methodist Church, 2965 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, North Carolina, with a concert featuring pianist Daniel Anastasio. All ages are invited. Admission is free, with a suggested … [Read more...] about The Classical Concert — family-friendly concert with pianist Daniel Anastasio in Cary Sept. 27
PineCone Beginner’s Bluegrass Jam on Sept. 21, and more…
PineCone, the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music, Inc. is dedicated to preserving, presenting, and promoting all forms of traditional music, dance and other folk performing arts. The organization is the force behind a lot of the music throughout the Triangle. PineCone hosts jam sessions each month. You can find these sessions, along with more of their events, on their calendar. Here's … [Read more...] about PineCone Beginner’s Bluegrass Jam on Sept. 21, and more…
King Lear Was Never Here — all-woman performance in Carrboro
Muse Gallery, 201 E Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, is hosting two performances of King Lear Was Never Here on October 24 and 25, 2026, at 7 p.m. Tickets are a sliding scale, with a suggested donation of $20. Experience “King Lear” like you’ve never seen it… featuring only his daughters. This 45 minute play has King Lear played by a hulking tech monolith who speaks only in an … [Read more...] about King Lear Was Never Here — all-woman performance in Carrboro
Filipino Fall Fiesta in Durham Oct. 24
Filipino Fall Fiesta is a family-friendly celebration of Filipino food, culture, music, and community. It takes place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Armory, 212 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The event is open to everyone and all ages are welcome. Admission is $5 for adults, while K–8, high school, and college students with valid student ID may attend for free. … [Read more...] about Filipino Fall Fiesta in Durham Oct. 24
18th Annual Ghost Dance in Downtown Raleigh Oct. 16
The 18th Annual Ghost Dance in Raleigh takes place Friday, October 18, 2026, from 8 to 9 p.m. This event starts outside Oakwood Cemetery, 700 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is a suggested $5, which is a donation to help prevent cruelty to animals. Exact change is encouraged. Outside the cemetery, learn the Ghost Dance. You'll learn simple moves, and then music will be put … [Read more...] about 18th Annual Ghost Dance in Downtown Raleigh Oct. 16
