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Durham Community Concert Band: Spooktacular Fall Concert and Trunk or Treat Oct. 29

Durham Community Concert Band is one of the largest community bands in North Carolina, with over 100 musicians. The band offers several free concerts every year. Here's what's coming up. Spooktacular Fall ConcertThursday, October 29, 20266:30 p.m. (Trunk or Treat at 6 p.m.)Durham Central Park501 Foster Street, Durham, North CarolinaFree Costumes are encouraged! Bring the kids for … [Read more...] about Durham Community Concert Band: Spooktacular Fall Concert and Trunk or Treat Oct. 29

Town of Carrboro Holiday Tree Lighting Dec 4

The Town of Carrboro will hold its annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Friday, December 4, 2026, at 6 p.m., in the front of Carrboro Town Hall, 301 W Main Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. Music will be provided by local schoolchildren. All community members are invited to join members of the Town Council for the celebration. Free event! The Town of Carrboro is partnering with Porch to hold a … [Read more...] about Town of Carrboro Holiday Tree Lighting Dec 4

Friday Under the Stars with Raleigh Astronomy Club and Triangle Land Conservancy Oct. 2

In general, on the first Friday of the month, Raleigh Astronomy Club hosts a sky viewing session at Triangle Land Conservancy nature preserves. Raleigh Astronomy Club will have their telescopes and can guide you as you explore the night sky. What you'll see at each event will change according to the earth's position that night. However, in some months the event happens on Saturday or a … [Read more...] about Friday Under the Stars with Raleigh Astronomy Club and Triangle Land Conservancy Oct. 2

First Friday Market & Movie Night at Moore Square: Ghostbusters on Oct. 2

Raleigh Parks and Get 2 Know Raleigh are hosting First Friday Market & Movie Nights at Moore Square, 200 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. These events take place the first Friday of the month, from May to November, 2026. Enjoy an outdoor movie, as well as a vendor market, food trucks, free-to-play games, and live music by a local artist. The events take place from 5 to 9 p.m., … [Read more...] about First Friday Market & Movie Night at Moore Square: Ghostbusters on Oct. 2

Eno Arts Mill — First Friday event on Oct. 2

Eno Arts Mill is an arts hub in the historic Eno Mill, at 437 Dimmocks Mill Road, Suite 17, in Hillsborough, North Carolina. The space includes both artist studios and a gallery, and is managed by the Orange County Arts Commission. On the First Friday of every month, Eno Arts Mill hosts First Fridays to celebrate a new exhibit. The visual art will be combined with poetry, music or other … [Read more...] about Eno Arts Mill — First Friday event on Oct. 2

Posted by Jody Mace Filed Under: Art · Kids · Music

First Friday at City of Raleigh Museum: Interviews with Raleigh Wide Open Artists Oct. 2

City of Raleigh Museum's mission is to "Preserve Raleigh's Past for the Future." It's supported by the nonprofit Friends of the COR Museum. The museum is at 220 Fayetteville Street, in the 1874 Briggs Building in historic downtown Raleigh. Admission is free, although a $5 donation is suggested and can be placed in the donation box in the gift shop. Hours: Learn about more free museums to … [Read more...] about First Friday at City of Raleigh Museum: Interviews with Raleigh Wide Open Artists Oct. 2

Movie Nights at Downtown Cary Park

Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting movie nights throughout the spring, summer and fall of 2026. You can find all the movie nights on Downtown Cary Park's calendar. The movie nights are free to enjoy and do not require registration. The movies will take place at the Great Lawn Pavilion. Before each movie there will be pre-screening activities for all … [Read more...] about Movie Nights at Downtown Cary Park

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Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series at Bond Park: Amanda Peach Duo Oct. 2

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: Amanda Peach Duo Oct. 2

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