The Asian student organizations at three high schools, Chapel Hill High School, Carrboro High School and East Chapel Hill High School, are joining together to present Asian Night. This event will take place at East Chapel Hill High School, 500 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $10, with proceeds going toward the OneSky … [Read more...] about Asian Night at East Chapel Hill High School Apr. 24 — vendors, performers, food trucks
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RDU Book Crawl — visit independent bookstores for a chance to win prizes Apr. 24-26
The RDU Book Crawl is a weekend long event celebrating independent bookstores across the "Raleigh and Durham" area. Participants are encouraged to visit as many participating bookstores as they can during the crawl. For the purposes of this crawl, the "Raleigh Durham area" is the whole Triangle, and more. One of the bookstores is in Fayetteville, which is pretty far away from everything else, … [Read more...] about RDU Book Crawl — visit independent bookstores for a chance to win prizes Apr. 24-26
Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series at Neuse River Amphitheater
The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2026. It will take place at the Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. The concerts are all at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live music, food and fun. This concert was announced on Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department's Facebook … [Read more...] about Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series at Neuse River Amphitheater
Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
The 5th Annual Raleigh Earth Day takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m., at Dix Park. Specifically, it will be at Harvey Hill, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. This family-friendly event brings together community members, local organizations, and city departments for an evening dedicated to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and … [Read more...] about Raleigh Earth Day at Dix Park April 24
Shakespeare in the Park — a free evening of performances at North Carolina Museum of Art on Apr. 23
Carolina Shakespeare is presenting Shakespeare in the Park on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., in the Museum Park at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE event. No registration is required. Carolina Shakespeare performs in full costume, presenting five 20-minute scenes from some of Shakespeare’s most well-known plays: … [Read more...] about Shakespeare in the Park — a free evening of performances at North Carolina Museum of Art on Apr. 23
Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at Fenton, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. The celebration takes place by Paragon Theaters. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Josh Cellars Jazz Series at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in April
The popular low-cost Wednesday night Josh Cellars Jazz Series will take place at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC, promising a refreshing mid-week break. The shows take place Wednesday evenings from April 1 to April 22, 2026. Parking is free. Gates open at 5:15 p.m. and the music is from 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. This is a family-friendly event. Dogs on leashes are also … [Read more...] about Josh Cellars Jazz Series at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in April
Library Fest with Durham County Library — “The Stories That Built U.S.” April 20-25
Join Durham County Library in the community celebration of Library Fest. Taking place April 20 to 25, 2026, Library Fest will showcase the many diverse ways the library can be a part of your life. This year, the focus of Library Fest is "The Stories that Built U.S." Programs take place at a variety of venues. Library Fest Events The week-long celebration includes a variety of programs, … [Read more...] about Library Fest with Durham County Library — “The Stories That Built U.S.” April 20-25
Top Things to do in the Triangle in April — big list of events
April marks the true beginning of spring, and that means that spring festivals and outdoor concerts are in full swing in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and the rest of the Triangle region of North Carolina. Plan the beginning of spring with this list of the top things to do April, 2026, in the Triangle. We're highlighting 35 events this month. But then, keep reading for our huge calendar of … [Read more...] about Top Things to do in the Triangle in April — big list of events
Pullen Park’s Electric Train Celebration Weekend Apr. 17-19
Pullen Park Amusements, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Electric Train Celebration the weekend of April 17 to 19, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. Celebrate the new electric C.P. Huntington train. Activities include Check out the full schedule here. Tickets There's no admission charge, but there is a charge for amusements and activities. Ticketing options … [Read more...] about Pullen Park’s Electric Train Celebration Weekend Apr. 17-19
