Durham celebrates Mardi Gras in a big way. The main event is always on Fat Tuesday, which is March 4, 2025. It will be free. The places you can expect updates are the Bulltown Stutters' Facebook page and Durham Mardi Gras' Facebook page. In addition, there is a family-friendly event the Sunday before Fat Tuesday, at The Scrap Exchange. Read on for details about events on both … [Read more...] about Durham Mardi Gras Celebration: parade, live music, more…
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Free concert by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet March 3
The Ciompi Quartet of Duke University was founded in 1965. Its members are all professors at Duke, where they teach instrumental music, perform across campus and coach chamber music. The current members are Eric Pritchard, Hsiao-mei Ju, Jonathan Bagg and Caroline Stinson. The Ciompi Quartet is performing in several free concerts. Please visit ciompi.org for a complete list of upcoming … [Read more...] about Free concert by Duke University’s Ciompi Quartet March 3
Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park March 4
Celebrate Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event. The festivities include: … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras at John Chavis Memorial Park March 4
Mardi Gras at Old Mill Farm
Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC Highway 751 South, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a Mardi Gras celebration on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. The event will feature live New Orleans style jazz, Cajun cuisine, King Cake, and, of course, goats to meet! Tickets are $10 per person for anyone aged 3 and up. Or buy a family four pack for $30. The Blue Notes Jazz Band will be playing live … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras at Old Mill Farm
Mardi Gras Jazz Jam, with free gumbo, at Downtown Public House in Wilson, and more
Downtown Public House, at 113 Goldsboro Street N, Wilson, North Carolina, frequently hosts live music and more. You can find their upcoming events on their Facebook page. Read on for a few! Upcoming Events Live music: Nathan Harris & The FloodFriday, February 28, 20257 p.m.Free Rooted in groove-rock, this band also plays classic covers, original music and cosmic instrumental … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Jazz Jam, with free gumbo, at Downtown Public House in Wilson, and more
Jazz Concert with Choral Society of Durham March 2
The Choral Society of Durham is a group that shares a common interest in high quality performance of significant choral literature, both sacred and secular. Check out the Choral Society of Durham's list of concerts this season. The Choral Society of Durham is hosting a Jazz Concert on March 2, 2025, at 4 p.m., at Church of the Good Shepherd, 3741 Garrett Road, Durham, North Carolina. The … [Read more...] about Jazz Concert with Choral Society of Durham March 2
Mardi Gras Celebration in Franklinton
The nearby town of Franklinton is hosting a Mardi Gras celebration on Saturday, March 1, 2025, starting at 1 p.m. It’s free to attend. Franklinton is in the northeast corner of the Triangle. It’s about a 39 minute drive from Raleigh, but just a 15 minute drive from Wake Forest, and a 10 minute drive from Youngsville. The celebration will take place in front of the Owls Roost on Main Street. … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Celebration in Franklinton
Three Lions Pub’s Anniversary Party: FREE deep fried turkey, stand-up comedy and more
Three Lions Pub, at 306 East Nash Street, Louisburg, North Carolina, is celebrating its third anniversary on Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 3 p.m. until close. This event is free -- and there's even free food. Enjoy comedy, live music and more. The comedy show is hosted by Joel Fuster and features: … [Read more...] about Three Lions Pub’s Anniversary Party: FREE deep fried turkey, stand-up comedy and more
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow October 11
The annual Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow will be held at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at Harvey Hill at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh. It's open to the public and free to attend. Celebrate the legacy and culture of indigenous communities in North Carolina. This will be a day of competition dancing, music … [Read more...] about Dix Park Inter-Tribal Powwow October 11
Free Concert at University Presbyterian Church: Bagpipes Recital with Daniel Caudill March 1
University Presbyterian Church, at 209 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC, is hosting a a free bagpipes recital by Daniel Caudill, on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 4 p.m., in the sanctuary. Award-winning piper Daniel Caudill presents a recital entitled “Echoes and Reflections” for Highland Bagpipes and Scottish Smallpipes. Free and open to the public. … [Read more...] about Free Concert at University Presbyterian Church: Bagpipes Recital with Daniel Caudill March 1
