The Town of Wake Forest is putting on two free concerts at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd, Wake Forest. They will take place on two Sundays, September 7 and 14, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at Joyner Park Amphitheater. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Food vendors on September 14: In the case of inclement weather, the concerts may be canceled or moved inside the … [Read more...] about Concerts in the Park in Wake Forest: The Phoebes Sept. 14
Entertainment
BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival Sept. 11-14
The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, is presenting Beyond: The Cary Film Festival, from September 11 to 14, 2025. The festival features 24 independently produced short films, as well as filmmaking workshops and industry talkbacks. Each block of short films has a ticket price of just $8.53. Unless otherwise indicated, the events are at The Cary Theater. See the event schedule here. … [Read more...] about BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival Sept. 11-14
Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 13
Carolina Circus Festival is a FREE event that will take place in Cary on September 13, 2025, from 3 to 9:30 p.m. The festival is a full day of circus related workshops and shows. There will also be a full market of vendors and food. It takes place in Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Carolina Circus Festival — free event in Cary with performances, workshops and more Sept 13
Live at the Boxyard Sept. 13: free, interactive art event
Live at Boxyard is a free, interactive event where you can connect with local artists, watch live demonstrations in action, and try hands-on art yourself. It takes place Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This isn’t your traditional gallery visit—this is art you can feel, make, and be part of. This … [Read more...] about Live at the Boxyard Sept. 13: free, interactive art event
The Lover and the Sword: A Poetry Showdown Sept. 13
The Lover and the Sword, led by poets Travis Kyng and Antino Art, is a poetry night series where lovers and fighters heal each other through words. The first anniversary of The Lover and the Sword takes place Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at Wake Forest Coffee Company, 156 S White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Admission is $10 . One purchase minimum at the … [Read more...] about The Lover and the Sword: A Poetry Showdown Sept. 13
Music Magic featuring Second Shift a Cappella and Queen City Groove Sept. 13
Enjoy a night of incredible music on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m., with Second Shift a Cappella and Queen City Groove. The concert will be at the Education Resource Center, 1613 E Lawson St, Durham, NC. This is on Durham Tech's main campus. Tickets are $10, with 100% of the proceeds going to Durham Tech's Campus Harvest Food Pantry. Book your seats now. Get ready to be … [Read more...] about Music Magic featuring Second Shift a Cappella and Queen City Groove Sept. 13
Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13, 2025. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Bynum Front Porch: Milll Town Yarns Sept. 13
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro (Chatham County), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including storytelling, a music series, and a bluegrass jam session, open to all. Bynum Front Porch is a nonprofit that rents the old Bynum General Store, turning it into a community gathering … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch: Milll Town Yarns Sept. 13
Bellydance show and lesson at Sophie’s Sept. 13
Sophie's Grill and Bar, 2734 NC-55, Cary, North Carolina, hosts bellydance parties. Admission is free with the purchase of a drink or meal. After the performance, the audience is invited to dance. Here's what's coming up. Bellydance PartyFriday, September 13, 20257 to 8:30 p.m.Free 7 p.m. show, followed by a mini-lesson and audience dancing at 8 p.m. Reservations are recommended. 919-757-3317 … [Read more...] about Bellydance show and lesson at Sophie’s Sept. 13
SONAM Chorus: Songs About Rising Up on Sept. 13
Singers of New and Ancient Music (SONAM) is a chorus committed to creating high-quality sacred and secular music and giving back to the community. Their mission is to make excellent choral music that supports local non-profits through benefit concerts. SONAM was established in 2012. The group consists of about 20 talented singers from central North Carolina, led by conductor Allan Friedman and … [Read more...] about SONAM Chorus: Songs About Rising Up on Sept. 13
