Wake Forest Comic-Con takes place Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is partnering with Play4Life Comics to present this event. Admission is FREE. The event features a dynamic showcase of: Wake Forest Comic-Con is … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Comic-Con August 23: free event at new location
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International Jazz Open Jam at Neptune’s Parlour Sept. 16: Brevan Hampden
Oak City Music Collective is presenting International Jazz Open Jam the 3rd Tuesday of the month, from 8 to 11 p.m., at Neptune's Parlour. Neptune's Parlour is a subterranean bar, under Kings, at 14 W Martin Street, Raleigh, NC. International Jazz Open Jam is a free event. All styles of jazz are welcome. All ages are welcome. Hot food will be available for sale. More info … [Read more...] about International Jazz Open Jam at Neptune’s Parlour Sept. 16: Brevan Hampden
Lafayette Village Hosting Rock & Brew Music Festival Oct. 18
Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, NC, is presenting Rock & Brew on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1 to 5 p.m. It's free to attend. This event features: … [Read more...] about Lafayette Village Hosting Rock & Brew Music Festival Oct. 18
41st Annual Raleigh Fall Train Show Nov. 8-9
Neuse River Valley Model Railroad Club is presenting the 41st Annual Raleigh Fall Train Show on November 8 and 9, 2025 at the Jim Graham Building at the North Carolina State Fairgrounds, 4285 Trinity Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enter at Gate 9 on Trinity Road. Admission is $10 and that covers both days. Children 12 and under are admitted free with an adult. The train show features … [Read more...] about 41st Annual Raleigh Fall Train Show Nov. 8-9
Free Comedy Show at Sneaky Penguin Brewing Co., Aug. 21, and 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 ShowThursday, August 21, 20257:30 p.m.Free to attend (tips appreciated!) Vinyl NightFriday, August 29, 20256 p.m.Free Recurring … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Show at Sneaky Penguin Brewing Co., Aug. 21, and more
Gouda Giggles: Stand-up Comedy Night at Artisan Beer and Cheese, Rolesville
Artisan Beer & Cheese, 110-A Bluestone Crossing Road, Rolesville, North Carolina, is hosting Gouda Giggles: Stand-Up Comedy Night on August 21, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Come by early, at 6 p.m., for a free cheese sampling event. Hosted by Joel Fuster. … [Read more...] about Gouda Giggles: Stand-up Comedy Night at Artisan Beer and Cheese, Rolesville
The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering
The Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering open to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Estill House at the Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, in North Raleigh. They have compiled songbooks of both classic and popular ukulele songs, but feel free to bring along copies of songs that … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Uke Jam — twice a month gathering
Jazz on the Rooftop of The Durham Hotel Aug. 21, more…
The Durham Hotel, 315 East Chapel Hill Street in Durham, hosts events on its rooftop that are free for all, even if you're not staying at hotel. The hotel also features a coffee bar inside. You can see the upcoming events on their event page and Facebook page. Upcoming Events in 2025 Stargazing from the RooftopTuesday, July 29, 2025, 8:30 to 10:30 p.m.Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 7:30 … [Read more...] about Jazz on the Rooftop of The Durham Hotel Aug. 21, more…
Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
The Westin Raleigh-Durham, at 3931 Macaw Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, has recently opened the Halcyon Rooftop, where you can enjoy craft cocktails, small bites and sweeping views. You can sip a cocktail and watch planes glide into RDU, for a unique atmosphere. Westin Raleigh-Durham is hosting a FREE live music series on the rooftop on Thursdays in July and August, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 … [Read more...] about Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
NCMA Outdoor Films at Moore Square this Summer: Wicked Aug. 22
North Carolina Museum of Art is preparing for facility improvements in the Joseph M. Bryan Jr. Theater and in the Museum Park in 2025, so there won't be outdoor movies at the Museum this summer. However, NCMA is taking its outdoor movie series on the road, with four FREE movies in Moore Square on Friday evenings this summer. These events take place at 6 p.m. with themed programs and food … [Read more...] about NCMA Outdoor Films at Moore Square this Summer: Wicked Aug. 22
