Slim's Downtown Raleigh, at 227 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, has a rich history spanning 25 years. It's considered to be a hidden gem dive bar, with affordable drinks and lots of good times. Slim's frequently hosts live music at a low price. You can see upcoming events on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Event Live Music:($5 cover unless otherwise … [Read more...] about Live music at Slim’s Downtown Raleigh
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Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 22-23
The Town of Cary's Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is back for 2026! It will take place August 22 and 23, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall Campus in Downtown Cary, 316 N. Academy Street, Cary. This is a free festival. The 50th Annual Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival features: Jump for more information on: Artist Gallery Over 250 artists are … [Read more...] about Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 22-23
Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on Aug. 23
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Durham Underground Market seven Sundays from March to November, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Each markets features 50+ … [Read more...] about Durham Underground Market: Live music, vendors, more, on Aug. 23
Raleigh’s Summer Concert Series: Carpe Diem Saxophone Quartet Aug. 23
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is hosting a summer concert series in Fletcher Park and Pullen Park the summer of 2026. These concerts are free to attend. They take place on select Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. from May 31 to August 23, 2026 Raleigh Summer Concert Series 2026 Check here for any changes to the schedule. Fred Fletcher Park Pullen Park … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Summer Concert Series: Carpe Diem Saxophone Quartet Aug. 23
Oktoberfest at Durham Beer Garden on Sept. 19
Durham Beer Garden, 812 N Mangum Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1 to 10 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy a full day of German beer, food, live music, competitions and Oktoberfest fun, including pretzel necklace making. German-Style Beers: They'll be pouring a variety of traditional styles, including Märzen, … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Durham Beer Garden on Sept. 19
Free: River Park Concert in Hillsborough Oct. 24
River Park Concert Series is a free, volunteer-driven outdoor music event presented by Triangle Music Alliance. It takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Downtown River Park, 144 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina. The headliner is The Brothers Comatose. The other artists performing at the event are Tan and Sober Gentlemen, Jack the Radio, and The Ghost … [Read more...] about Free: River Park Concert in Hillsborough Oct. 24
Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 22
Packapalooza is a huge, free, family-friendly block party and street festival welcoming the Wolfpack back to campus. It takes place on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The whole community is invited to this free street festival. The festival includes music, games, vendors and much … [Read more...] about Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 22
Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concerts in the Park — Wilson Springs Hotel on Aug. 22
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting a Summer Concert Series. It takes place twice a month from June through August, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. These concerts are free, family-friendly and full of local flavor, including a rotating lineup of food trucks. Pack a blanket or chair and enjoy live music and summer nights. The concerts alternate between these locations: Summer Concerts in the … [Read more...] about Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concerts in the Park — Wilson Springs Hotel on Aug. 22
Doggie pool party at Ment Beverage Co. on Aug. 22, and more
Ment Beverage Co., at American Tobacco Campus, 312 Blackwell Street, Suite 103, Durham, North Carolina, is a diverse tasting room and home of Honeygirl Meadery. The tasting room has both indoor and outdoor seating, 24 unique taps, award-winning mead, cider, seltzers, local draft beer, non-alcoholic beverages and more. Free parking is available. Ment Beverage hosts frequent events, which you … [Read more...] about Doggie pool party at Ment Beverage Co. on Aug. 22, and more
Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
Saturdays in Saxapahaw is a free outdoor concert series that takes place outside of Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Rd., Saxapahaw, North Carolina. The series is every Saturday from May 2 to August 29, 2026. At each event there will be a farmers' market and food trucks from 5 to 8 p.m. The music starts at 6 p.m. The only exception to the time listed above is the first date. … [Read more...] about Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
