Enjoy free dance performances at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The performances will take place outdoors at the Great Lawn Pavilion. Please bring a chair or blanket. American Dance Festival: Made in NC features the performance of four ADF-commissioned works by North Carolina artists. Enjoy work by: … [Read more...] about American Dance Festival Performance in Downtown Cary Park Sept. 19
Entertainment
Groovin’ in Garner — Liquid Pleasure on Sept. 19
Downtown Garner is presenting a free outdoor concert series one Friday a month from June to September, 2025, except for July. Groovin' in Garner takes place on the Garner Recreation Center lawn, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site, or you can purchase dinner from one of the Downtown Garner restaurants. Beer and … [Read more...] about Groovin’ in Garner — Liquid Pleasure on Sept. 19
Free outdoor movie series at Mosaic in Pittsboro Sept. 19
On select Friday nights, MOSAIC is hosting free outdoor movies. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Outdoor Movie Schedule at MOSAIC 2025 … [Read more...] about Free outdoor movie series at Mosaic in Pittsboro Sept. 19
Weekly Open Mic Night at Steel String Brewery Carrboro, and more
Steel String Brewery Taproom is located at 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The Taproom includes indoor and outdoor seating, and is dog-friendly. Events for both the Carrboro and Pluck Farm locations can be found on Steel String's Facebook page. Find events for the Pluck Farm location here. Read on for events at Steel String in Carrboro. Upcoming Events Check back … [Read more...] about Weekly Open Mic Night at Steel String Brewery Carrboro, and more
Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community by Durham Art Guild — special game night Sept. 19
The Durham Art Guild will host Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community from September 6 to October 5, 2025, at the Golden Belt Gallery, Suite 9-157A, 800 Taylor St., Durham, North Carolina. Just in time for National Hispanic Heritage Month, this vibrant exhibit by local photographer Anthony Garza reimagines traditional lotería cards through portraits and stories … [Read more...] about Lotería: A Photographic Study of Latino Contributions to Our Community by Durham Art Guild — special game night Sept. 19
Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 20
Festa Italiana will take place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 11 pm. to 7 p.m., at Town of Apex Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Celebrate Italian culture with a fun day that includes: Interested Vendors: vendors@festanc.org Interested sponsors: sponsors@festanc.org Know before you go: … [Read more...] about Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 20
Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
The 3rd Annual Wilson Jazz Festival takes place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 p.m. to around 10 p.m., in various locations in Wilson, North Carolina. The Main Stage performances at Vollis Whirligig Park are ticketed, and the other performances at multiple venues, plus a Second Line Parade, are free. The Second Line goes from Whirligig Park at 8:30 p.m. to Downtown Public House. Check … [Read more...] about Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
Thornetoberfest at JoCo Brewing Company Oct. 18
Thornetoberfest will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., at JoCo Brewing Company, 463 Cleveland Crossing Drive, Garner, North Carolina. Admission is free. The event includes live music and German food, beer from JoCo Brewing and games. The event will raise money for Military Missions in Action. Live music schedule: … [Read more...] about Thornetoberfest at JoCo Brewing Company Oct. 18
Fall Arts Fair at Fred Fletcher Park Nov. 8
Support local artists and get a jump start on your holiday shopping at the Fall Arts Fair at Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It's free to attend. The Fall Arts Fair showcases the work of 65 local artists who work in different genres, including: In addition, this day of family fun will include live music, food trucks, … [Read more...] about Fall Arts Fair at Fred Fletcher Park Nov. 8
Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is hosting a free concert series on Thursday nights in July, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert has no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. The concert takes place on the Village Green. Thursday Night Live Lineup … [Read more...] about Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
