Waverly Place, 575 New Waverly Place in Cary, is presenting a free live music series, Wind Down Wednesdays, in June and July, 2017, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Playgrounds and a splash pad will be open for kids during concert hours. Lawn chairs and well-behaved dogs are welcome. Beverages and a variety of hand held foods will be available at stations on the promenade. Several Waverly Restaurants have … [Read more...] about Wind Down Wednesday concert series
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“Chill on the Hill”: Music & lawn games at Dorothea Dix Park
Dorothea Dix Park, 2105 Umstead Drive in Raleigh, is the site of one of the most exciting new park projects in America. The 308-acre site blends historic architecture and rich landscapes into a unique destination. The park's development has just begun, but there are already many events taking place at the park. Two concert series are going on this summer: Y'all at Dix Park is a monthly … [Read more...] about “Chill on the Hill”: Music & lawn games at Dorothea Dix Park
NC Japan Summer Festival
The NC Japan Summer Festival promises great food, entertainment, martial arts demonstrations, dancing, a Japanese community market, Karaoke, and for the first year, Japanese beer. It takes place on Saturday, July 29, 2017, 1:00 - 8:00 p.m., Kerr-Scott Building, NC State Fairgrounds. Tickets are $4 in advance and $5 at the door. Kids age 12 and under are admitted free. NC Japan Summer Festival … [Read more...] about NC Japan Summer Festival
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk
The last Friday of every month, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. The activity takes place mostly on and around Churton Street, between West Margaret Lane and West Queen Street. You can find a map and information on each … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk
Free events at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, at 11 West Jones Street in Raleigh, always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all their events here. Some are free and some have fees associated with them. Here are a few upcoming free events. Make sure to check the location. Also, click on the links for more details, … [Read more...] about Free events at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Free events at Eno River State Park
Eno River State Park, 6101 Cole Mill Road in Durham, offers nearly 30 miles of trails along a swift, shallow stream that’s popular with anglers, photographers and sightseers. It also is the site for some free educational programs throughout the year. Here are the next few. Follow the links for details, especially about registration, as some programs have limited space. Also, make sure to check … [Read more...] about Free events at Eno River State Park
Free: Beat the Heat Lawn Party (and more) at Townsend Bertram & Company
Townsend Bertraim & Company, an outdoor outfitters company at Carr Mill in Carrboro, sells high quality footwear, sporting good and gear for outdoor adventures. It hosts some free events too. Here's what's coming up: Beat the Heat Lawn Party Saturday, July 22nd, 2017 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Head to Carr Mill for a free party on the lawn of Weaver Street Market. Friends of Bolin Creek, … [Read more...] about Free: Beat the Heat Lawn Party (and more) at Townsend Bertram & Company
Movies in the Garden: Cinderella
Raleigh Little Theatre, 301 Pogue Street in Raleigh, is presenting a free summer movie series, Movies in the Garden, on four Thursdays in July and August, 2017. Movies in the Garden is a family-friendly event, showing movies that are rated G, PG and PG-13. Concessions (including cold adult beverages provided by Raleigh Brewing) will be available for purchase. Food trucks will be at each show. … [Read more...] about Movies in the Garden: Cinderella
Free fims and admission at Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University
Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, offers free admission on Thursdays and on select Sundays. It also hosts some free events. Normally admission is: $7 Adults $5 Seniors (65 and older) $4 Non-Duke students with student ID FREE ADMISSION FOR: Nasher Museum members Children 15 and under Duke students, faculty and staff with DukeCard or Duke Medicine … [Read more...] about Free fims and admission at Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University
Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music, free gelato for kids, free samples
La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, hosts Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sip a new wine, bubbly, or wine cocktail (think Sangrias) each week with free palate-pleasing samples during our open social! We’ll also have live music on our patio, discounts on all wine, and free mini gelato cones for kids. Small plates — including our new … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music, free gelato for kids, free samples
