The Towns of Chapel Hill and Carrboro are joining together, along with Orgullo Latinx, to celebrate Small Town Pride during June, which is Pride Month. During this time, there will be several events to celebrate and embrace diversity. Chapel Hill Pride! PromenadeSaturday, June 6, 202612 to 3 p.m.Starting at Peace & Justice Plaza179 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC Wear your colors. … [Read more...] about Small Town Pride in Chapel Hill and Carrboro — Pride Month events
Entertainment
JAWSFest in Chapel Hill Memorial Day Weekend: music, movies, mechanical shark, more…
JAWSFest, a Memorial Day Weekend celebration, is returning to the Midway in downtown Chapel Hill, NC in 2026. It includes a mechanical shark, art, live music, a dunk tank, raffle, and, of course, Jaws on the big screen. There's a lot going on at different businesses, and it's a little bit hard to pin down online exactly everything that's happening, but if you go there, you'll figure it out. We'll … [Read more...] about JAWSFest in Chapel Hill Memorial Day Weekend: music, movies, mechanical shark, more…
Adult Coloring Night at Hi-Wire Brewing every Tuesday, and more
Hi-Wire Brewing's 3rd location is in Durham, with its first two locations in Asheville. Hi-Wire at Golden Belt is at 800 Taylor Street, Durham. Visit their Facebook page or website calendar for more information and a list of events. Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt features their award-winning lagers and ales, with 24 taps, and a huge space with tons of games. See all of their upcoming … [Read more...] about Adult Coloring Night at Hi-Wire Brewing every Tuesday, and more
Around the World, Raleigh Festival May 30
MAKRS is presenting the inaugural Around the World, Raleigh Festival on May 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Bount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This festival is free to attend. Around the World, Raleigh celebrates food and cultures from around the globe. It will consist of regional "neighborhood." Walk through Africa, Asia, South America and other areas of the … [Read more...] about Around the World, Raleigh Festival May 30
Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 9
Celebrate both Mother's Day and Father's Day at the Ma & Pa Festival on May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Fayetteville Street, between Hargett and Davie Streets, in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Shop local this year for your parents with some of the best local vendors! There will be a DJ and live music keeping the party alive and an interactive lounge section … [Read more...] about Ma & Pa Festival — a Mother’s and Father’s Day Festival May 9
World Theatre Day Event at Lake Lynn on March 28
Lake Lynn's first-ever World Theatre Day Event takes place Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lake Lynn Community Center is at 7921 Ray Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy various Theatres showcasing upcoming shows, interactive theatre games, tabling, and craft activities. Registration is encouraged. There will also be two 35-minute improv sessions at … [Read more...] about World Theatre Day Event at Lake Lynn on March 28
Free Improv Comedy Jam at Moon Dog Meadery Durham, and more…
Moon Dog Meadery and Bottle Shop, at 1104 Broad Street, Durham, in the basement under Joe Van Gogh Coffee, brews craft meads and fruit wines. They also carry North Carolina craft bears, wines, hard ciders, teas, lemonades, kombuchas and more. Dogs are welcome. They host many events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are a few of them. Please make sure to check Moon Dog's … [Read more...] about Free Improv Comedy Jam at Moon Dog Meadery Durham, and more…
Live Music: Evenings at O’Kelly Series
Evenings at O'Kelly is a free live music series that take place at O'Kelly Chapel at For Garden's Sake, 9245 NC-751, Durham, North Carolina. Kick off your weekend with live music, good drinks, and easygoing vibes at O’Kelly Chapel. Each event will feature a performance by a local musician, a featured drink special, and complimentary cheese and charcuterie – all within the relaxed, inviting … [Read more...] about Live Music: Evenings at O’Kelly Series
Acoustic Open Mic Nights at Esmeralda’s Cafe in Durham
Esmeralda's Cafe, 1515 North Pointe Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting an Acoustic Open Mic Night the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. It's scheduled on these dates so far in 2026: Sign-ups start at 6:30 p.m., with the performances starting at 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Perform for a welcoming crowd. It can be anything: music, comedy, poetry, tap dancing, mind … [Read more...] about Acoustic Open Mic Nights at Esmeralda’s Cafe in Durham
Meet the Artist events at Page-Walker Art & History Center March 27
The Page-Walker Art & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting two "Meet the Artist" receptions for exhibitions at the center during Cary Art Loop's Final Friday on Friday, March 27, 2026. Meet the Artists: Triangle Book Arts: History of Book BindingFriday, March 27, 20266 to 8 p.m.Free Medium: Book and Paper Art. On display from March 11 to May 2, … [Read more...] about Meet the Artist events at Page-Walker Art & History Center March 27
