Fortnight Brewing Wake Forest, at 1894 S Franklin Street, Wake Forest, offers a 24-tap system, as well as three Cask engines with ales and stouts served in the traditional English way. Fortnight also features a wine menu, non-alcoholic drinks, wine slushies, and Kombucha. At the Wake Forest location, there are five large-screen TVs in the pub and a large covered outdoor seating area. You can … [Read more...] about Free Live Music at Fortnight Brewing in Wake Forest, and more
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Live Music, Trivia, and Music Bingo at White Street Brewing
White Street Brewing was the first brewery to make Wake Forest its home. It's in downtown Wake Forest, at 218 South White Street. It specializes in hand-crafted, small-batch ales and lagers. The taste assortment include a hoppy IPA, a Kolsch, a Belgian blond and a Scottish ale. You can find White Street Brewing's events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Free Live … [Read more...] about Live Music, Trivia, and Music Bingo at White Street Brewing
Fallfest at Southern Village Oct. 10
Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting Fallfest on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. (Rain date is October 11.) Head to the Southern Village Green for a fall afternoon filled with live music. Bring you a picnic blanket or chairs. Admission is free, but tips are appreciated. Music Lineup … [Read more...] about Fallfest at Southern Village Oct. 10
Smithfield Oktoberfest October 10
Head to Downtown Historic Smithfield, North Carolina, for Oktoberfest on Saturday, 10, 2026, from 12 to 4 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Smithfield Oktoberfest October 10
Free Outdoor Movie Series at Pullen Park: Toy Story 5 on Oct. 6
Families, friends, and film lovers of all ages are invited a free outdoor movie series at Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will take place the first Tuesday of the month, from June to October, 2026. The time differs a little bit depending on the time of year. All screenings are free and open to the public. Refreshments and popcorn will be available for purchase at the … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Movie Series at Pullen Park: Toy Story 5 on Oct. 6
October in the Triangle — the top things to do this month
October brings the beginning of cooler weather, campfires, fall foliage, spooky fun, and plenty of treats. Plan October 2026 with this list of the top things to do in the Triangle. We're highlighting some of the top things to do in October in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas. But then, scroll down for our huge (and we do mean huge) calendar of things to do in the Triangle in … [Read more...] about October in the Triangle — the top things to do this month
Bull City Blues Ramble — Free Blues at Five Stages in Durham on Oct. 4
Bull City Blues Ramble is a new blues event just north of Downtown Durham. It celebrates and supports the blues music community of Durham and North Carolina. Bull City Blues Ramble takes place Sunday, October 4, 2025, from 12 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live performances at five stages. Admission is FREE for all the performances. Stages are both inside and outside. Read on for the schedule, locations, and … [Read more...] about Bull City Blues Ramble — Free Blues at Five Stages in Durham on Oct. 4
Holy Trinity Concert Series: Daniel Ayers Oct. 4
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2723 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting a FREE concert series. You can find the events listed on Holy Trinity's event calendar. Admission and parking is free. Next up: Daniel Ayers, Singer-SongwriterSunday, October 4, 20267 p.m.Free Enjoy an evening of live music with North Carolina singer-songwriter Daniel Ayers. A tenth-generation North … [Read more...] about Holy Trinity Concert Series: Daniel Ayers Oct. 4
Oktoberfest at The Plant in Pittsboro Oct 3 and 4
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting an Oktoberfest celebration on October 3 and 4, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at The Plant in Pittsboro Oct 3 and 4
Raleigh Wide Open — FREE music festival Oct. 1-3
Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE music festival coming to Raleigh October 2 and 3, 2026, with a kickoff party on October 1. It is presented by PNC Bank and produced by PineCone. Raleigh Wide Open is a FREE street festival, with music on multiple stages, food and drink, art vendors, and family fun. No ticket, wristband or reservation is needed. Just come on by! Kickoff Celebration October 1 A free … [Read more...] about Raleigh Wide Open — FREE music festival Oct. 1-3
