Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a live music series, Live at Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Concerts return in spring of 2026. The free concerts take place at Academy Plaza. Learn all about the incredible Downtown Cary Park, including more free events. You can find all the Live at Lunch concerts (and more) at … [Read more...] about Live at Lunch: Free music series at Downtown Cary Park this spring
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25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art Feb. 28
North Carolina Museum of History's 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed for renovation. The festival takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast for January 31. This … [Read more...] about 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art Feb. 28
Ment Beverage Co.: Third Friday Art Opening Feb. 20
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 … [Read more...] about Ment Beverage Co.: Third Friday Art Opening Feb. 20
“Love Durham Market” at the Durham Visitor Info Center Feb. 20
On Friday, January 20, 2026, stop by the Durham Visitors Center, at 212 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, for Love Durham Market from 6 to 8 p.m. Explore 10 local businesses all in one place, selling clothing and jewelry, arts & crafts, sweet treats, and more! Now until February 28 only, peruse the Life is Service photography exhibit by Jordan Abdur-Ra’oof and earn a check-in for the … [Read more...] about “Love Durham Market” at the Durham Visitor Info Center Feb. 20
Liberty Arts: Love Durham Third Friday — hands-on art activities Feb. 20
Liberty Arts, is a sculpture studio, foundry, gallery and art space. It serves as an incubator in which artists learn from each other. Liberty Arts offers classes in welding, casting, stone-carving, woodworking, plasma-cutting and ceramics. They are known for their work in iron. Each year they hold a public iron pour in Durham Central Park. In addition they host many community events. Read … [Read more...] about Liberty Arts: Love Durham Third Friday — hands-on art activities Feb. 20
Third Friday Durham Art Walk Feb. 20
Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and continuing exhibits. It's also a good time to check out shops and to try out a new restaurant. Most gallery receptions take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. but visit the 3rd Friday Durham Facebook page, where … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham Art Walk Feb. 20
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25
The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is making movie-going more affordable with "Terrific Tuesdays." Every Tuesday, all year, every ticket is $6.25. Including taxes adn fees, the total price is just $7.75 per ticket. In addition, there are concession specials on Tuesdays. … [Read more...] about The Lumina Theater in Southern Village: All Tuesday tickets are $6.25
Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black History Month at Haven Farm in Knightdale Feb. 22
Haven Farm Venue and Shoppe, at 8521 Buffaloe Road, Knightdale, North Carolina, is hosting Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black Excellence for All on March 8, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free, family-friendly event. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Heritage Fest: A Celebration of Black History Month at Haven Farm in Knightdale Feb. 22
Free Comedy Night at Sneaky Penguin Brewing Co. Feb. 19, more
Sneaky Penguin Brewing Co., at 7449 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC, is a newcomer to the Raleigh brewing scene. They're hosting events, which you can find on their website or Facebook page. Here are a few events. Upcoming Events Free Comedy NightThursday, February 19, 20267 to 8:30 p.m.Free Dog Adoption with Cause for PawsSaturday, February 21, 202612 to 3 p.m.Free Vinyl … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Night at Sneaky Penguin Brewing Co. Feb. 19, more
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Fundraiser Party at Edit Beer Co., Feb. 21: Live Irish dancing, music, and more!
Edit Beer Co., at 1911 Sego Ct., Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a craft brewery with 20 taps and a mix of beers brewed on-site. It also features curated offerings from fine beer, wine, and cider makers. Visit Edit Beer Co.'s Facebook page to see what they have going on. Upcoming Events Parade Fundraiser Party 2026Saturday, February 21, 20262 to 6 p.m.Free to attend Enjoy … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Parade Fundraiser Party at Edit Beer Co., Feb. 21: Live Irish dancing, music, and more!
