En Plein Air Paint-Off is a free public art event in downtown Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Head downtown and watch artists compete in a contest of skills as they create original paintings of Fuquay-Varina's historic landscape. This is a free outdoor event. Then on April 5, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., there will be an artist reception and live art auction of paintings, at Fuquay-Varina Arts … [Read more...] about En Plein Air Paint-Off in downtown Fuquay-Varina April 4-5
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Beyond the Book Children’s Book & Art Festival April 5
Beyond the Book Children's Book & Art Festival is a free outdoor celebration of storytelling, creativity and community. The theme this year is Chapter 4: The Mystic Sea. It takes place Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Fletcher Park, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The festival is open to all. The festival includes: More Children's Festivals from … [Read more...] about Beyond the Book Children’s Book & Art Festival April 5
Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 5
The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough presents the annual Revolutionary War Living History Day to commemorate Hillsborough’s Revolutionary history. Re-enactors and activities will be set up throughout the day at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 East King Street. There will be activities at other locations in Hillsborough, as well. Please see below. The event is free and open to the … [Read more...] about Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 5
Free concert with Servire and Ravenscroft High School Choir April 4
Servire is a vocal ensemble as well as a service as well as a service organization. All of its concerts are made possible through partnerships with local charities, offering a unique voice and call to action towards their mission. A portion of the proceeds from all of their projects goes towards the partnering organization. In addition to their performances, the group also makes an effort to do … [Read more...] about Free concert with Servire and Ravenscroft High School Choir April 4
American Coup: Wilmington 1898 Film Screening in Durham April 4
Join St. Philip’s, PBS North Carolina, and Working Films for a screening of American Coup: Wilmington 1898, a documentary about the deadly race massacre and insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898 – the only coup d’état in the history of the U.S. This is a free event taking place Friday, April 4, 2025, at 5 p.m., in the Parish Hall of St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 403 E Main … [Read more...] about American Coup: Wilmington 1898 Film Screening in Durham April 4
Rhythm and Reels — concert and movie series in Durham’s parks
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting Rhythm & Reels, a free summer concert and movie series that takes place at some of Durham's parks. You may bring your own food or purchase from on-site vendors. Please bring your own picnic blanket or chair. No alcohol allowed. Rhythm and Reels Schedule Check back soon for the 2025 schedule. … [Read more...] about Rhythm and Reels — concert and movie series in Durham’s parks
Free Comedy Show, more, at Bottle Theory in Apex
Bottle Theory, 3675 Green Level West Road, Apex, hosts frequent events. You can find them listed on Bottle Theory's calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Laugh Theory: Stand-up Comedy ShowSaturday, May 17, 20257 p.m.Free Featuring: Recurring Events Trivia NightThursdays 7 p.m.Free Music BingoTuesdays7 p.m.Free … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Show, more, at Bottle Theory in Apex
Premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu’s “Saints & Aints” March 28 and 29 — features music and puppetry
NC State LIVE is presenting the premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu's theatre work, Saints and Aints, at James B. Hunt Jr. Library, 1070 Partners Way, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This work will feature Ahanu's poetry, along with music and puppetry. Nationally recognized Triangle-based poet Dasan Ahanu will be in residence with NC State LIVE for the 2024-25 academic year. During his … [Read more...] about Premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu’s “Saints & Aints” March 28 and 29 — features music and puppetry
Film at Fletcher Park – A League of their Own March 30
Celebrate Women's History Month by viewing A League of Their Own (1992) at the Fletcher Park Amphitheater, 920 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will take place Sunday, March 30, 2025, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend and all ages are welcome Bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. The movie will start at 7:30 p.m. This film about the first women’s professional baseball … [Read more...] about Film at Fletcher Park – A League of their Own March 30
Spring Patchwork Market at Durham Armory March 30
The Patchwork Market is a market in Durham that features makers and vintage vendors. This market gives the community a chance to meet the makers who create the goods that we buy. Two large seasonal markets are held at Durham Armory, 220 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. Find information on their upcoming markets on The Patchwork Market's Facebook page. The Spring Patchwork Market … [Read more...] about Spring Patchwork Market at Durham Armory March 30
