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. Read on to learn about holiday music on the heated rooftop and in the coffee bar. All of these performances are free and open to everyone. You can see the upcoming events on their event page and Facebook … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year at Durham Hotel Feb. 17, and more
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Third Space Open Mic at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro
Lanza's Cafe, at 601 W Main Street, Carrboro, NC, offers coffee and other hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, beer and more. The cafe also hosts a wide array of events, include game nights, live music, trivia and more. You can find the events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music: Manas IteneSaturday, February 28, 20266 p.m.Free (RSVP here) There will be an open drum circle … [Read more...] about Third Space Open Mic at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro
Music Bingo, Trivia, and Run Club Every Week at Growler Grlz in Durham
Growler Grlz, at 4810 Hope Valley Road, Durham, NC, is a taproom that features a wide variety of fresh craft beer on tap. Fill up a reusable growler to enjoy after your visit. Growler Grlz also hosts a lot of live events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are a few of them... Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Run, Sweat, Beers RUN CLUBEvery Tuesday6 to … [Read more...] about Music Bingo, Trivia, and Run Club Every Week at Growler Grlz in Durham
Music Lecture: Darius Milhaud’s Provençal Esther at North Carolina Museum of Art, Feb. 20
NC Museum of Art, at 2110 Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh, is free to visit. The hours at this time are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special exhibits might require a paid ticket. Upcoming Events Music Lecture: Darius Milhaud’s Provençal EstherFriday, February 20, 20262 to 3 p.m.Free with registration (register here) Enjoy a captivating lecture by Dr. Jennifer Walker exploring … [Read more...] about Music Lecture: Darius Milhaud’s Provençal Esther at North Carolina Museum of Art, Feb. 20
Valentine’s Date Night at Downtown Cary Park
Head to Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, for a Valentine's Date Night on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. There's no charge for the event. Celebrate love at this free Valentine’s Date Night in the Park! Perfect for couples looking for a cozy, creative evening out, this event offers arts & crafts activities to enjoy together, live music setting … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Date Night at Downtown Cary Park
Mardi Gras Live at Sports & Social in Cary Feb. 14
Sports & Social, 301 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Mardi Gras Live! on Saturday, February 14, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The event features: More info in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Mardi Gras Live at Sports & Social in Cary Feb. 14
The Jazz Loft at Bay 7: Free music on Valentine’s Day
Bay 7, at 324 Blackwell Street #700, Durham, North Carolina, is a 10,000 square foot venue at the center of the historic American Tobacco Campus. Originally part of the world's largest tobacco factory, the space currently accommodates a wide variety of artistic, corporate and personal events. Read on to see a couple of them, or find all the events here. The Jazz Loft The Jazz Loft at Bay 7 … [Read more...] about The Jazz Loft at Bay 7: Free music on Valentine’s Day
The Lover and the Sword: A Poetry Showdown and Open Mic on Feb. 14
The Lover and the Sword, led by poets Travis Kyng and Antino Art, is a Valentine's Day poetry night. It takes place Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Raleigh Mutual Aid Hub, 415 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Doors at 6:30 p.m. and poetry at 7 p.m. Admission is $10. All proceeds go to supporting this community of artists. Travis Kyng and Antino Art do not have the privilege of … [Read more...] about The Lover and the Sword: A Poetry Showdown and Open Mic on Feb. 14
Pretty in Pink Valentine’s Day Prom Party at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery Feb. 14
ZincHouse Winery & Brewery, at 6225 Wake Forest Road, Durham, NC, sits on 87 acres of land that feature vineyards, fields, and a pond. The main winery/brewery includes 14,000 square feet of air conditioned space, plus 7,300 square feet of roof decks. Zinc House is for ages 21+ unless otherwise specified for a specific event. ZincHouse hosts wine tastings, live music, comedy and more. You … [Read more...] about Pretty in Pink Valentine’s Day Prom Party at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery Feb. 14
Living in Color: Art Exhibit at Dix Park
Living in Color is an art exhibit at The Chapel at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, that showcases visual art representing the experience of people of color living in the south. It's a curated Black History Month artist exhibition, in partnership with Raleigh Film and Art Festival. It will be on exhibit from February 1 to February 28, 2026, and is free to visit. Look for updates on … [Read more...] about Living in Color: Art Exhibit at Dix Park
