The Concept: Film and Dance Social is an experience created by a local artist and dancer to share in conceptual storytelling and creativity. Films will be PG and PG-13. Films are followed by a dance party. The dance party is age 18+. The event takes place Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Perfect Lovers, 2823 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are $8 in advance … [Read more...] about The Concept: Film and Dance Social June 29
Entertainment
Hoppy Hour Comedy at James Joyce Irish Pub in Durham June 29
James Joyce Irish Pub, 912 W Main Street Durham, features food and drink by both sides of the Atlantic. They also regularly host events. Find their events on their website or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Hoppy Hour ComedySunday, June 29, 20254 p.m.Free (pay for food and drink) Featuring Scott Schacher, Rob Schneider, Kuntry T, Greg Capra and Iris Medina. Full menu available. Reserve your … [Read more...] about Hoppy Hour Comedy at James Joyce Irish Pub in Durham June 29
Griot & Grey Owl Field Day and Block Party June 28
Griot and Grey Owl Black Writers Conference is launching a kickstarter for their Black Southern Anthology & Archive with a field day and block party on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at SEEDS Garden, 706 Gilbert Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are $10 plus fees. The event features: Bring your own lawn chair. … [Read more...] about Griot & Grey Owl Field Day and Block Party June 28
Live & Unleashed: Live music series at Crazy Axe in Raleigh
Crazy Axe, 1531 Garner Station Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, is an axe throwing club with a full bar and a smoker-friendly outdoor patio. Crazy Axe hosts live music on Saturdays. Live & Unleashed is a free concert series. There's no cover and you don't have to throw axes (although axe-throwing is available.) Next up: 22 StringsSaturday, June 28, 20257 to 10 p.m.Free 22 Strings is an … [Read more...] about Live & Unleashed: Live music series at Crazy Axe in Raleigh
Smart After Dark Stand-Up Comedy in Durham June 28
Smart After Dark is a Stand-Up Comedy Showcase on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 7:30 to 10 p.m., at The Living Room, 1007 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina. Tickets are $13.74 (including fees.) Purchase on Eventbrite. Laugh out loud with some of the funniest stand-up comedians in the region — all while enjoying craft cocktails, local brews, and the cozy, laid-back vibe that makes The … [Read more...] about Smart After Dark Stand-Up Comedy in Durham June 28
Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 28
The Franklinton Independence Day Celebration takes place Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Franklinton Middle School Football Field, 224 Rams Way, Franklinton, North Carolina. Enjoy live music from The Phoebes, food trucks, family fun and fireworks. Plenty of kids' games, dancing and fun. No alcohol, smoking, pets, personal fireworks or weapons are allowed. … [Read more...] about Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 28
Weekly dance with Raleigh International Folk Dancers every Friday
The Raleigh International Folk Dancing Dancers are a group of people who are dedicated to learning and promoting dances from different cultures around the world. They've been a group since 1968. They meet every Friday, from 6:30 to 10 p.m., at Glen Eden Pilot Park, 1500 Glen Eden Drive, Raleigh, to dance together. All are welcome. The cost is just $3, to help offset the rental … [Read more...] about Weekly dance with Raleigh International Folk Dancers every Friday
Limited $10 tickets for Tyler Wilson at Goodnights Comedy Club June 26
Goodnights Comedy Club, 401 Woodburn Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, presents Tyler Wilson and Friends on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $25, but Goodnights Comedy Club has a special promotion going on for $10 tickets! Limited $10 tickets are available. Purchase here. Age 18+ Tyler Wilson is a bodacious comedian with a smooth, laid-back style and … [Read more...] about Limited $10 tickets for Tyler Wilson at Goodnights Comedy Club June 26
Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park on Thursdays
Live music is returning to North Hills. Midtown Beach Music Series is a concert series that will take place at Midtown Park, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. The concert series features beach music, Motown, oldies R&B and more. The concerts will be on Thursdays, from 6 to 9 p.m., from April 10 to June 26, 2025. Tickets are $6.15 (including ticket fees.) Purchase … [Read more...] about Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park on Thursdays
Evelyn’s Book Club — honoring Evelyn Pope’s legacy
Evelyn's Book Club aims to honor Evelyn Pope's legacy by reading books. Evelyn B. Pope was born on August 17th, 1908, to Delia Pope and Dr. Manassa Pope. Evelyn was an avid reader whose favorite authors included Shakespeare, James Baldwin, and Richard Wright. Pope graduated from Shaw University, Hampton University, and Columbia University with her master's in library science. After working in … [Read more...] about Evelyn’s Book Club — honoring Evelyn Pope’s legacy
