Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Triangle Barkitecture, a one-of-a-kind design competition that has architects, designers, students and creative minds creating unique, pet-inspired architecture. Triangle Barkitecture takes place October 10, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., and is free to attend. This pet architecture competition features over 20 unique builds … [Read more...] about Triangle Barkitecture — pet architecture and design competition at Downtown Cary Park Oct. 10
Entertainment
Apex Underground Market Oct. 10: live music, vendors, more…
The MAKRS Society presents Apex Underground Market one Saturday a month from March to December, 2026, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. In general they take place the second Saturday of the month, but in May the market is on the first Saturday of the month. These events are free to attend. They feature 30+ local vendors, live bands, food … [Read more...] about Apex Underground Market Oct. 10: live music, vendors, more…
PineCone Old-Time Music Jam on Oct. 8, 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 Old-Time Music Jam on Oct. 8, and more…
Storytelling Open Mic at Common Market Durham Oct. 8
The Common Market Durham, 1821 Green Street, Durham, North Carolina, is home to a storytelling open mic, hosted by Hope Wilder. It will be taking place the 2nd Thursday of the month, from 6 to 8 p.m. Next up is Thursday, October 8, 2026. The theme is Discovery. It's free to attend, whether you're telling a story or just listening. This event is a casual meetup to hear and share stories in … [Read more...] about Storytelling Open Mic at Common Market Durham Oct. 8
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)
Movie Night Under the Stars at Sertoma Amphitheatre Oct. 8: Monsters Inc.
The Town of Cary is hosting Movie Night Under the Stars on October 8, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event and no registration is required. Enjoy a showing of Monsters Inc. Before the movie, enjoy a fun-filled evening with a movie-themed craft, show off your singing skills … [Read more...] about Movie Night Under the Stars at Sertoma Amphitheatre Oct. 8: Monsters Inc.
Jazz in the Square at Moore Square Oct. 8
Jazz in the Square is a free concert series presented by Downtown Raleigh Alliance. It takes place in Moore Square, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on select Thursdays from August 20 to October 8, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. At each installment, there will be beverage vendors with wine and beer for purchase, as well as food trucks. Jazz in the Square Schedule Dates in 2026: … [Read more...] about Jazz in the Square at Moore Square Oct. 8
Fall for Five Points Festival Oct 10
Fall For Five Points is a celebration of the Five Points community. The festival takes place Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at 2000 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC. This is a free festival that features music, a kids' zone, entertainment, vendors, food and drink. Music Entertainment Shop Food and Drink … [Read more...] about Fall for Five Points Festival Oct 10
34th Annual Boylan Heights ArtWalk Dec 6
The 34th Annual Boylan Heights ArtWalk takes place Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. It takes place in the Boylan Heights neighborhood of Raleigh and is free to attend. Boylan Heights is located in Downtown Raleigh between Hillsborough Street and Western Boulevard along Boylan Avenue. The event is free and parking is available along the street. Artists and craftspeople will … [Read more...] about 34th Annual Boylan Heights ArtWalk Dec 6
The Blackbird Tailgate: Panthers vs. Eagles at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest on Oct. 18: Free hot dogs while supplies last!
Blackbird Brewery, 3608 Rogers Branch Road #101, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a family-owned, brewer-owned brewery with a 1,000-square-foot taproom, and a 5,000-square-foot outdoor patio and beer garden. You can find their events on the brewery's events calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Free Live Music: Last updated 10/5/2026. Events are subject to change. Double-check Blackbird … [Read more...] about The Blackbird Tailgate: Panthers vs. Eagles at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest on Oct. 18: Free hot dogs while supplies last!
