Downtown Raleigh Alliance presents Feminist First Friday on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Hartwell, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event is part of Raleigh's First Friday festivities, and is honor of Women's History Month, which takes place in March. Feminist First Friday features: … [Read more...] about Feminist First Friday at Hartwell March 6: free headshots, art, vendors, more…
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Regal Cinema’s 2026 Best Picture Film Festival offers discounted tickets and popcorn
Regal is hosting its annual Regal Best Picture Film Festival in 2026 at participating locations. This is your chance to catch up on any of the Best Picture Oscar nominees that you missed. The Best Picture Nominee films will be shown from March 6 to 15, 2026, at select locations. Each movie is $7.99 at participating locations. Plus, Regal Crown Club members enjoy a $10 small popcorn + … [Read more...] about Regal Cinema’s 2026 Best Picture Film Festival offers discounted tickets and popcorn
AMC Best Picture Showcase Two-Day Marathon
The AMC Best Picture Showcase gives you a second chance to see the Oscar-nominated Best Picture films on the big screen. AMC is holding a two-day Movie Marathon Event. Over the two days, March 7 and March 14, 2026, you'll get the chance to see a few of the best films of 2026. To buy tickets, go to amctheatres.com/events/best-picture-showcase and click the button for Day One or Day Two. Then … [Read more...] about AMC Best Picture Showcase Two-Day Marathon
Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 19
Festa Italiana will take place Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 pm. to 7 p.m., at Hunter Street and Apex Town hall Courtyard, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Celebrate Italian culture with a fun day that includes: This is an annual event with free admission. Festa Italiana is a 501(c)3 organization that promotes Italian culture and donates to charitable … [Read more...] about Festa Italiana in Apex Sept. 19
Holy Trinity Concert Series: Music for the Heart March 1
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2723 Clark Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting a FREE concert series. You can find the events listed on Holy Trinity's event calendar. Admission and parking is free. Next up: Holy Trinity Concert Series: Music for the HeartSunday, March 1, 20263 p.m.Free Enjoy an afternoon of some of our favorite songs from American classical music for voice and … [Read more...] about Holy Trinity Concert Series: Music for the Heart March 1
20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest Feb. 27 – March 1
The 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest takes place in Carrboro, NC, Friday, February 27, to March 1, 2026. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast on the original date. The festival is a celebration of independent cinema, presenting Southern films in a non-competitive setting. Tickets are $8 for individual screenings and $45 for a festival pass. The screenings take place at … [Read more...] about 20th Annual Carrboro Film Fest Feb. 27 – March 1
Raleigh Book Fair at Raleigh Iron Works Feb. 28
Front Paige Media is bringing Raleigh Book Fair to Raleigh Iron Works, 1101 E Whitaker Mill Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, on February 28, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. Free to attend. Inspired by the joy of your favorite childhood book fair and elevated with vibrant community spirit, this event brings together book lovers, indie authors, local makers, and literary creatives for one unforgettable … [Read more...] about Raleigh Book Fair at Raleigh Iron Works Feb. 28
Black Genius Fest at Black Wall Street in Durham Feb. 28
Black Genius Fest: Architects of the Dream takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Black Wall Street, West Parrish Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free, family-friendly celebration marking the 100th anniversary of Black History Month. Please register here. Durham's historic Parrish Street will more than 18 interactive exhibitions showcasing creativity, … [Read more...] about Black Genius Fest at Black Wall Street in Durham Feb. 28
All-day Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on Feb. 28 — pay what you can!
In honor of International Commedia dell’ Arte Day, i Firenzi Commedia and Scrap Paper Shakespeare are hosting Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., at The Studio at Theatre Raleigh, 3027 Barrow Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is pay what you can! Donations approximately the cost of a fancy coffee are suggested. At this special event you'll … [Read more...] about All-day Commedia and Shakespeare Jam Session on Feb. 28 — pay what you can!
For the Culture Food Truck Festival in Durham Feb. 28
The Throwdown Events and Entertainment is presenting For the Culture Food Truck Festival on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 3 to 10 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This free event is in celebration of Black History Month and will showcase some of the best Black-owned food trucks, as well as Black artisans and vendors. … [Read more...] about For the Culture Food Truck Festival in Durham Feb. 28
