City Soul Cafe Open Mic takes place every Wednesday, from January 7 to December 30, 2026, at 8 p.m., at Terminal 7 Bar & Lounge, 2109 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets are $10. This is Raleigh's longest-running poetry open mic, at 13 years. Poets, MCs and singers will all be sharing their talent. … [Read more...] about City Soul Cafe Open Mic every Wednesday
Entertainment
In the Clouds: Free screening and artist talk about Francesca Talenti Oct. 17 and 18
Francesca Talenti will be screening her new films at the Eno Arts Mill Gallery, 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Suite 17, Hillsborough, North Carolina, on October 17 and 18, 2026, at 7 p.m. This is a free event, and will also include an artist talk. A two-time Sundance Film Festival invitee, Francesca has been focusing on shooting clouds for the past ten years. This screening will feature short … [Read more...] about In the Clouds: Free screening and artist talk about Francesca Talenti Oct. 17 and 18
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: Artist talk for Pattern Recognition Sept. 12
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton St., Hillsborough, is owned and operated by local artists. Hillsborough Gallery of Arts represents established artists exhibiting modern and contemporary fine art and fine craft. Artworks include painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, fiber art, jewelry, blown glass, fused glass, stained glass, metals, encaustics, enamels, watercolors and … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: Artist talk for Pattern Recognition Sept. 12
Free Country Line Dancing (including a lesson!) at Motorco Sept. 7
Motorco, 723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Country Line Dancing on Monday, September 7, 2026, at 7p.m. This is a FREE event and all ages are welcome. Dr. Emma Armstrong-Carter will be offering guidance during the event. Boots are not even required! (But if you've got 'em, wear 'em!) … [Read more...] about Free Country Line Dancing (including a lesson!) at Motorco Sept. 7
Drum Circle at Lake Benson Park in Garner Every Sunday
Stephen Gornick of Drum Together is hosting a weekly drum circle in Garner. It takes place every Sunday from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Lake Benson Park, 921 Buffaloe Road, Garner, North Carolina, in the pavilion. All are welcome! Whether you're a beginning drummer or an experienced one. Not just drummers either. Dancers, do you want to dance to the drums? Rappers, do you want to freestyle over the … [Read more...] about Drum Circle at Lake Benson Park in Garner Every Sunday
African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place September 5 and 6, 2026, and is free to attend. The Festival’s Main Stage will be located at 500 Fayetteville Street, with the festival footprint extending throughout the … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
51st Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers’ Days in Siler City Labor Day Weekend
Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park, at 4221 Silk Hope Road, Siler City, NC, is hosting its 51st Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers' Day Festival on September 5 and 6, 2026, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. This festival is a celebration of the agricultural heritage of the area. Tickets are $5, with children under 6 admitted for free. Parking is free. The festival features: Tickets are extra for the … [Read more...] about 51st Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers’ Days in Siler City Labor Day Weekend
Wake Forest Unplugged: free games, activities, and music Sep 6
Wake Forest Unplugged is a free event that encourages people to leave their technology behind and connect with the community through games, activities and a free concert. It takes place Sunday, September 6, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m., near the Walker Garden at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, NC. Enjoy sack and relay races, corn hole, and miniature golf. Food and dessert … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Unplugged: free games, activities, and music Sep 6
Beats N Bars: Labor of Love Weekend Festival in Durham Sept. 5 and 6
Beats N Bars Music Festival returns to Durham, North Carolina for the 10th year on September 5 and 6, 2026. Beats N Bars is a celebration of music, culture and creativity. This year the celebration takes place on Labor Day Weekend. Saturday Labor of Love Fest: Day Party + ConcertSaturday, September 5, 20264 to 9 p.m.The Fruit305 South Dillard Street, Durham, NC$10 Labor of Love Fest brings … [Read more...] about Beats N Bars: Labor of Love Weekend Festival in Durham Sept. 5 and 6
First Friday at Raleigh Times Sept. 4 — music, art, more
The Morning Times, 10 E. Hargett Street, in Downtown Raleigh, hosts First Friday at the Times on the first Friday of every month, during First Friday Raleigh. These events typically include live music, an art market and more. September First Friday First Friday at the Times on September 4, 2026. Between 7 to 11 p.m., come by for: … [Read more...] about First Friday at Raleigh Times Sept. 4 — music, art, more
