North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presenting NCMA Loves Anime Bazaar on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. It takes place in the East Building. This is a day full of anime vendors, both new and returning. The bazaar is free to attend. After attending the NCMA Loves Anime Bazaar, enjoy a performance by the Triangle Choir Club at 7 … [Read more...] about NCMA Loves Anime Bazaar and film screening June 13
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Book Launch Party: POP: Jazzy’s Dreamy Bubbles
Join local educator, author, illustrator, and poet JON|O for the celebration of his new children's book, POP: Jazzy's Dreamy Bubbles. The book launch event takes place at Letters Community Bookshop, 1001 W Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Enjoy a live reading of the book, fun activities and more. After Jazzy is … [Read more...] about Book Launch Party: POP: Jazzy’s Dreamy Bubbles
Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro
UPDATE: The May 22 event will take place in the Drakeford Library Complex Performance Space, 203 S Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, because of the weather. Music Maker Foundation's Freight Train Blues Concert Series is returning in 2026. This series features roots musicians steeped in the diverse traditions of the Carolina Piedmont. The concert series is in honor of Piedmont blues … [Read more...] about Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro
Live Music: Evenings at O’Kelly Series — Josh Branch on June 12
Evenings at O'Kelly is a free live music series that take place at O'Kelly Chapel at For Garden's Sake, 9245 NC-751, Durham, North Carolina. Kick off your weekend with live music, good drinks, and easygoing vibes at O’Kelly Chapel. Each event will feature a performance by a local musician, a featured drink special, and complimentary cheese and charcuterie – all within the relaxed, inviting … [Read more...] about Live Music: Evenings at O’Kelly Series — Josh Branch on June 12
Juneteenth at the Pines in Raleigh June 11: Music, food trucks, photo ops, kids’ zone, more…
Celebrate Juneteenth at Carolina Pines Park, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, Thursday, June 11, 2026, starting at 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6:45 p.m.) In partnership with the Human Relations Commissions, this exciting community event will feature musical performances, line dancing, sing-a-longs, and more. This is a FREE event. What’s Happening Kidz Zone (Ages 5 - … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at the Pines in Raleigh June 11: Music, food trucks, photo ops, kids’ zone, more…
Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery June 9 — 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, June 9, 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 a … [Read more...] about Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery June 9 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Summer Kiln Opening at Mark Hewitt Pottery June 6 and 7 (pottery seconds available on Sunday!)
Visit Mark Hewitt Pottery, 424 Johnny Burke Road, Pittsboro, NC, for the annual Summer Kiln Opening. It's free to attend! Summer Kiln Opening Twice a year Mark makes and fires over 1000 lovely pots and invites everyone to his pottery for an Open Studio event called a Kiln Opening! It’s a great way to see the pottery workshop, the massive wood kilns, the showroom/barn, and shop for … [Read more...] about Summer Kiln Opening at Mark Hewitt Pottery June 6 and 7 (pottery seconds available on Sunday!)
Hymn Sing and Ice Cream at Genesis United Methodist Church in Cary June 7
Genesis United Methodist Church, 850 High House Road, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Hymn Sing and Ice Cream on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 3 p.m. This is a free event. All ages are welcome. Bring your sweet tooth and your favorite hymns! Everyone will enjoy ice cream and fellowship together, and then the church's music director will take your hymn requests in a good old fashioned … [Read more...] about Hymn Sing and Ice Cream at Genesis United Methodist Church in Cary June 7
Home Brewed at Durty Bull June 6: Live music, art, more…
The CNOTE Foundation is bringing Home Brewed to Durty Bull Brewing Company, 206 Broadway Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m. Admission is free. Home Brewed meshes art, live music, and community for an amazing evening. All in the name of supporting HBCUs! Performers: Art: Enjoy live Painting throughout the evening and a fun nightcap you don't want … [Read more...] about Home Brewed at Durty Bull June 6: Live music, art, more…
Blues and Brews at The Plant June 6
Come to The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 1 to 9 p.m., for Blues & Brews @ The Plant, a day of live blues music and local craft beer. There will also be vendors, food and other craft beverages! Band lineup: Admission and parking is free. … [Read more...] about Blues and Brews at The Plant June 6
