Holly Springs Parks and Recreation and Holly Springs Cultural Center are hosting Black Expressions -- a Celebration of Art, Voice and Performance on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 6 p.m., at Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W Ballentine Street, Holly Springs, North Carolina. The celebration starts with an artist reception from 6 to 7 p.m. The art reception is free to attend. Meet the artists and … [Read more...] about Black Expressions — A Celebration of Art, Voice, and Performance in Holly Springs
Entertainment
A Shakespeare Sampler — free condensed performances at Five Points Center in Raleigh Feb. 27
A Shakespeare Sampler is 90 minutes of engaging live theater featuring highlights from some of Shakespeare’s most iconic plays and characters. Performed by a talented cast of Raleigh’s top actors, these interactive, condensed performances offer a dynamic and accessible take on classic works. A Shakespeare Sampler will be performed on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Five … [Read more...] about A Shakespeare Sampler — free condensed performances at Five Points Center in Raleigh Feb. 27
9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Darkness RISING: Live is an annual FREE music and mental health event in its 9th year. This block party celebrates wellness, the arts and community and features powerful performances, free resources and joy! The 2026 event is made possible by HealthLit4Wake. Darkness RISING takes place Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about 9th Annual Darkness RISING Block Party — an arts & mental health event May 23
Dr. M.T. Pope House Presents: Evelyn’s Book Club, starting Feb. 25
Dr. M.T. Pope House Presents: Evelyn's Book Club. This program honors Evelyn Pope by reading books. This event takes place at Pope House Museum, 511 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Please keep reading for the dates and the books. It's free to participate, but please register here. Ages 18+. Evelyn, a college librarian born in 1908 and died in 1995, loved a variety of books from … [Read more...] about Dr. M.T. Pope House Presents: Evelyn’s Book Club, starting Feb. 25
DSSOLVR Bingo Night Feb. 25
Dssolvr Durham, at 630 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, hosts many events. You can find them at dssolvr.com/events/. Make sure to verify that the events are happening in Durham (not Asheville.) Here are a few that are coming up. Please follow the links to verify that there haven't been any changes. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Not Rocket Science … [Read more...] about DSSOLVR Bingo Night Feb. 25
Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Feb. 24 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Beer and Bellydance is a recurring event hosted by Electric Shimmy Bellydance that features live music and dancing. The next Beer and Bellydance takes place at Fortnight Brewery, 1006 SW Maynard Road, Cary, NC, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 8 to 10 p.m. Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by Afrit Temple and live bellydance performances by local bellydance students and performers. This is … [Read more...] about Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Feb. 24 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
3rd Annual Parkinson’s Disease Art Gallery April 10
The 3rd Annual Parkinson's Disease Art Gallery will take place April 10, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris Street, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Enjoy a night of celebration and connection plus amazing works of art created by people living with Parkinson's Disease. Previous years have showcased amazing pieces including quilts and fabric art, … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual Parkinson’s Disease Art Gallery April 10
Indivisible – A One-Man Performance by Dr. Sonny Kelly at UNC’s Friday Center Feb. 22
Indivisible – A One-Man Performance by Dr. Sonny Kelly is a FREE event on Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m., at William and Ida Friday Center, 100 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This event is in honor of Black History Month and is suggested for ages 10+. It's free, but registration is required. In this compelling and interactive Black History Month presentation, … [Read more...] about Indivisible – A One-Man Performance by Dr. Sonny Kelly at UNC’s Friday Center Feb. 22
Free concert by The Four Seasons in Carrboro Feb. 22
The Town of Carrboro has some events planned for Black History Month in the month of February, 2026. All are either free or very low-priced and there are events for all ages. These events take place at Drakeford Library Complex, 203 S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, unless otherwise specified. You can see all of Carrboro's Black History Month events here. Make sure to follow that … [Read more...] about Free concert by The Four Seasons in Carrboro Feb. 22
Living in Color: Art Exhibit at Dix Park
Living in Color is an art exhibit at The Chapel at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, that showcases visual art representing the experience of people of color living in the south. It's a curated Black History Month artist exhibition, in partnership with Raleigh Film and Art Festival. It will be on exhibit from February 1 to February 28, 2026, and is free to visit. Look for updates on … [Read more...] about Living in Color: Art Exhibit at Dix Park
