The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food at First Friday Raleigh. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative art venues and more. Each venue sets its own hours, but in general, the walk is from 6 to 9 p.m. Read on for what's going on during Raleigh's First Friday Gallery Walk, but make sure to check out … [Read more...] about First Friday Raleigh Sept. 5
Music
Second Friday Market and Movie at Moore Square: E.T. Sept. 12
Raleigh Parks and Get 2 Know Raleigh are hosting free outdoor films and markets at Moore Square, 200 S. Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The events are usually held on the first Friday of the month. If there's a change in that schedule it's noted below. These events also feature food trucks, games, and live music by a local artist. The events take place from 5 to 9 p.m., but the start … [Read more...] about Second Friday Market and Movie at Moore Square: E.T. Sept. 12
Durham Medical Orchestra presents free kids’ concert: Peter and the Wolf Sept. 28
The Durham Medical Orchestra, which is associated with Duke University, was founded in 2010 by volunteer musicians with the mission to unite health-related professionals, Duke University, and the surrounding community through musical performance and collaboration to foster health, wellness, and the cultural enrichment of its audiences and members. The orchestra now has more than 100 members, … [Read more...] about Durham Medical Orchestra presents free kids’ concert: Peter and the Wolf Sept. 28
Oktoberfest at Lafayette Village in Raleigh, including the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races
Enjoy an Oktoberfest celebration at Lafayette Village, 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There will be live music, seasonal brews, German-inspired food, and more. It's free to attend. The celebration will also feature the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races! All Wieners are required to be classified as a Dachshund breed to be eligible to enter. … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at Lafayette Village in Raleigh, including the 9th Annual Wiener Dog Races
Hopscotch Music Festival Sep 4-6 — big list of free day parties
Hopscotch Music Festival is returning to Raleigh from September 4 to 6, 2025. The main concerts are taking place at Moore Square, 226 E. Martin Street, and City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. Over 100 bands are performing over the three days at the two stages, plus at club shows. Although the tickets to the main event, at Moore Square and City Plaza, don't quite qualify as … [Read more...] about Hopscotch Music Festival Sep 4-6 — big list of free day parties
Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm Sept. 4
Durham Beer and Banjos is a music series featuring roots, bluegrass, Americana and folk music. It's got a new location and schedule for 2025. It takes place on select Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Old Mill Farm, 8794 North Carolina 751, Durham, North Carolina. Admission is free. The next Durham Beer and Banjos event takes place Thursday, September 4, 2025. More upcoming music in … [Read more...] about Durham Beer and Banjos at Old Mill Farm Sept. 4
Beer & Banjos Carrboro: free music event every Tuesday
The Beer & Banjos music series focuses on traditional and acoustic music from North Carolina. The original Beer & Banjos series takes place in Raleigh. This post is about Beers & Banjos Carrboro. Follow Beer & Banjos Carrboro on Facebook for updates. You can enjoy Beer & Banjos Carrboro every Tuesday, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., at Speakeasy, 110 E Main Street, Carrboro, North … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos Carrboro: free music event every Tuesday
Beer & Banjos at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard on Tuesdays
Every Tuesday (with some exceptions) from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Bowstring Pizza, 1930 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, is hosting Beer and Banjos, a free music series that features acoustic music in the folk, bluegrass, Americana and traditional varieties. This is a new location for Beer & Banjos. Local and regional artists will perform. Beer and Banjos is presented by Pinecone. Visit Beer and … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard on Tuesdays
Duke Arts at American Tobacco — free concert series in September
American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, will once again be the setting for live music, and once again, the shows are free to the public. Duke Arts at American Tobacco takes place every Wednesday in September, 2025, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The series is from Duke Arts Presents in partnership with American Tobacco Campus. No tickets or reservations are required. Bring your own … [Read more...] about Duke Arts at American Tobacco — free concert series in September
The Oak City Salsa Social Sept. 3! FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series
The Oak City Salsa Social is a live music and dance series that takes place the 1st Wednesday of the month, from June to November, 2025, at Transfer Co. Ballroom, 500 E Davie Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. At each of these events there will be a dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. followed by live music and dancing from 8 to 10 p.m. There will be a Red Carpet Photo Booth, and food and drinks will be … [Read more...] about The Oak City Salsa Social Sept. 3! FREE Live Band Music and Dance Series
