Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro, North Carolina), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including storytelling, a music series, and a bluegrass jam session, open to all. Bynum Front Porch is a nonprofit that rents the old Bynum General Store, turning it into a community gathering … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch’s Friday Night Music Series
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Third Space Open Mic at Lanza’s Cafe Aug. 21, and more…
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. Recurring Events Third Space Music Open Mic NightThe third Friday of every month (scheduled through September 18, 2026)7 … [Read more...] about Third Space Open Mic at Lanza’s Cafe Aug. 21, and more…
Fridays on the Front Porch at Carolina Inn
Carolina Inn, at 211 Pittsboro Street, on the UNC campus in Chapel Hill, hosts Fridays on the Front Porch, a free outdoor concert series. The concert series runs from May to to October 30, 2026, with no concerts in July. 5 to 8 p.m. See the schedule below. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site. Band Schedule for Fridays on the Front Porch in 2026 … [Read more...] about Fridays on the Front Porch at Carolina Inn
Durham Foodie Fare: Food trucks, art, vendors, music Aug. 21
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting Durham Foodie Fare one Friday each month, from March to December, 2026, except April, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Each event … [Read more...] about Durham Foodie Fare: Food trucks, art, vendors, music Aug. 21
12th Anniversary Oktoberfest at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP on Sept. 12, and more
The Glass Jug Beer Lab, RTP is at 5410 NC Highway 55, Suite V, Durham. This location is a retail craft beer and wine store with an on-site microbrewery, bar, and event space. Their outdoor beer garden hosts all sorts of events like live music, trivia, food trucks, and more. You can find The Glass Jug Beer Lab's RTP events on their Facebook page. You can also check their website calendar. Check … [Read more...] about 12th Anniversary Oktoberfest at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP on Sept. 12, and more
Festifall Arts Market in Chapel Hill Nov. 7
Festifall Arts Market returns to Chapel Hill on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. This year it's at a new location, the parking lot at 100 East Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Meet artists, take part in art activities, and enjoy live performances, and shop paintings, pottery, jewelry, woodwork, clothing, soaps, candles, and more. Check back … [Read more...] about Festifall Arts Market in Chapel Hill Nov. 7
Durham Gathers to Remember: 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Mozart Requiem
Choral Society of Durham and Durham Symphony Orchestra are presenting a major performance of the deeply moving Mozart Requiem, featuring a 200-voice chorus and full symphony, will be offered free to the public on Thursday evening, September 10, 2026, at 7:30 pm, at the Durham Armory, 212 Foster St. in downtown Durham, NC. This performance and gathering will solemnly mark and commemorate the … [Read more...] about Durham Gathers to Remember: 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Mozart Requiem
Crafting at the Cinema: Watch Night at the Museum while crafting on Aug. 20 at Garner Performing Arts Center
In partnership with the Garner Performing Arts Center, the NC Museum of History invites you to bring your favorite craft supplies to a free showing of the movie, Night at the Museum. Crafting at the Cinema takes place Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, North Carolina. Admission is free, but tickets are … [Read more...] about Crafting at the Cinema: Watch Night at the Museum while crafting on Aug. 20 at Garner Performing Arts Center
Skee Ball Tournament at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh on Thursdays, more…
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…
10th & Terrace Rooftop Lounge in Raleigh: Free wine tasting Aug. 20, and more
10th & Terrace is a rooftop lounge at Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown, 616 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC. Its menu features shareable plates, desserts, wine, beer and cocktails. 10th & Terrace offers some events, which you can find on the happenings page of their website or their Facebook page. Free Wine Tasting on the RooftopThursday, August 20, 2026Thursday, September 17, … [Read more...] about 10th & Terrace Rooftop Lounge in Raleigh: Free wine tasting Aug. 20, and more
