Boxcar Bar and Arcade, 330 West Davie Street, Raleigh, and 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers a huge number of arcade games and pinball machines and console games, as well as air hockey, skeeball, foosball and more. See their whole list of games here. They also host lots of events, including some free ones. This page is for the Raleigh Boxcar location. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade … [Read more...] about Skee Ball Tournament at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh on Thursdays, more…
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Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm on Thursdays
Durham Beer and Banjos is a music series featuring roots, bluegrass, Americana and folk music. It takes place every Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Old Mill Farm, 8794 North Carolina 751, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. Visit the Durham Beer and Banjos Facebook page to see which band is playing this wee. More upcoming music in the Triangle … [Read more...] about Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm on Thursdays
Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
The Westin Raleigh-Durham, at 3931 Macaw Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is reopening the rooftop lounge for the season starting April 16, 2026. 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 from 5 to 9 p.m. This is … [Read more...] about Free Live Music Series on Rooftop of Westin Raleigh-Durham
FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
FM2FV Concert Series is a free outdoor concert series at Centennial Square, 102 North Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. The concerts, which are scheduled for the spring and fall each year, take place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. FM2FV Spring Concerts 2026 No pets or coolers are allowed. There will be a number of food trucks and beer vendors at each concert. … [Read more...] about FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park
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 16 to July 23, 2026. Tickets are $8.73 (including ticket fees.) You can also … [Read more...] about Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park
Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series at Bond Park
The Bond Park Boathouse, at 801 High House Road, Cary, is playing host to musicians, food trucks and after-hours boat rentals at Bands, Bites and Boats. The special event features a local musician, a food truck and a brewery. These are FREE events. Pay for food and drink, and boat rental if you choose o enjoy the music while floating on the lake Or bring a lawn chair and enjoy it on … [Read more...] about Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series at Bond Park
Haw River Festival — live music and outdoor activities May 2
Haw River Festival takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., near Haw River Ballroom, 1711 Saxapahaw-Bethlehem Church Road, Saxapahaw, North Carolina. Haw River Festival is the kickoff to this season's Saturdays in Saxapahaw concerts. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Besides the music, the festival includes: Bands: They're raffling off a "Weekender" … [Read more...] about Haw River Festival — live music and outdoor activities May 2
First Friday Raleigh May 1
The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food at First Friday Raleigh. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative art venues and more. Each venue sets its own hours, but in general, the walk is from 6 to 9 p.m. Read on for what's going on during Raleigh's First Friday Gallery Walk, but make sure to check out … [Read more...] about First Friday Raleigh May 1
Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest May 2
The Annual Meet in the Street Festival is taking place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in downtown Wake Forest. This will be the 44th year for the festival. It's free to attend. Look for updates in the Facebook event. The festival will feature: … [Read more...] about Meet in the Street Festival in Wake Forest May 2
Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series
Crossroads Plaza, at 213 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series. This is a free concert series taking place on Thursdays in May, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The concerts will be held on The Patio near Subway. Check the link above for announcements about the artists. … [Read more...] about Crossroads Plaza Weekly May Music Series
