Paperhand Puppet Intervention is gearing up for their summer show, The Gift, which will premiere on August 8, 2025, and will be presented every weekend through September 28 at Forest Theatre in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The puppet troupe is acclaimed and loved not just for their annual summer show, but for their participation in parades and festivals and their work in the … [Read more...] about Help Paperhand Puppet Intervention build giant puppets for their summer show! Community work days every Saturday
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Carolina Brass Band Festival May 31
The Carolina Brass Band Festival will take place Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 2:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, NC. The FREE festival will present bands from across the state: There will be food trucks on site. … [Read more...] about Carolina Brass Band Festival May 31
3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31
The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration, with Artist Studio Project, are presenting the 3rd Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages, including the young … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31
Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
Saturdays in Saxapahaw is a free outdoor concert series. It takes place every Saturday from May 3 to August 30, 2025. At each event there will be a farmers' market, crafts, kids activities and food trucks from 5 to 8 p.m. Look for updates on Haw River Ballroom's Facebook page. The music takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. You can use 1624 Jordan Drive, Graham, NC, as the address. If it's … [Read more...] about Saturdays in Saxapahaw Outdoor Concert Series
Live music at Slim’s Raleigh
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, often with no cover. You can see upcoming events on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Jazz, Latin, New Orleans, R&B, and … [Read more...] about Live music at Slim’s Raleigh
Boxyard RTP’s 4th Birthday Party
Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, is celebrating its 4th birthday with a party on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. This free event features: … [Read more...] about Boxyard RTP’s 4th Birthday Party
First Friday at Sweetwater Apex — live music, vendor market, more…
Enjoy First Friday at Sweetwater Apex, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. This will be a lively evening under the stars, on the lawn, filled with local vendors, live music, wine & beer, and fun for the whole family! Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets and kick back on the all-new event lawn while you browse amazing local goods, sip … [Read more...] about First Friday at Sweetwater Apex — live music, vendor market, more…
Free Dance Party at Downtown Cary Park May 30 (and much more)
Downtown Cary Park is the new central gathering spot for the Town of Cary. It officially opened in November, 2023, and has already been the site for festivals, holiday events, and performances. It's a draw during the holiday season, with festive light displays and a free ice skating rink. The park will be home to varied programming, including art exhibitions, performances, concerts, … [Read more...] about Free Dance Party at Downtown Cary Park May 30 (and much more)
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk May 30
The last Friday of every month, from February to November, 2025, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Starting in March, Hillsborough Arts Council will present special programming each month. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be live … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk May 30
The Little Market in Hillsborough: Atmospherics by Adrienne Knowles
The Little Market is a new project of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, hosted by Hillsborough Real Estate Group, at 118 N Churton Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina. It's open on Last Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 12 to 4 p.m. The inaugural exhibit is by Adrienne Knowles. The show, titled “Atmospherics,” features a striking new body of abstract landscapes as … [Read more...] about The Little Market in Hillsborough: Atmospherics by Adrienne Knowles
