Raleigh Shop and Rock features Battle of the Bands, hosted by Adam Decker, a food truck rodeo, beer and wine, and local vendors. It takes place Friday, August 1, 2025, from 2 to 9 p.m., at City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Raleigh Shop and Rock is free to attend, and family friendly. Bring a lawn chair. You might also be interested in heading to Moore Square … [Read more...] about Raleigh Shop and Rock: Battle of the Bands, food trucks, more, at City Plaza Aug. 1
Music
GalaxyCon Street Fest July 26-27 — Live wrestling, music, more…
Whether or not you have tickets to GalaxyCon, you can still enjoy GalaxyCon Street Fest on July 26 and 27, 2025, for free! The FREE festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh, and features live DJs and musicians, live wrestling, celebrity appearances and signings, food trucks, vendors, and iconic fan cars. GalaxyCon Street Fest Highlights Check out the whole … [Read more...] about GalaxyCon Street Fest July 26-27 — Live wrestling, music, more…
Bubble Fest at Moore Square July 27
Bubble Fest is a fun, free event presented by Pomona Pop Ups. It takes place at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, July 27, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. Celebrate and enjoy bubbles: The festival will also include: Look for updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Bubble Fest at Moore Square July 27
Freeman Round House Summer Concert Series in Wilson
Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House and African-American Museum, at 1202 Nash Street East, Wilson, NC, shares African-American history, art and culture. It's free to visit. The museum holds a free outdoor concert series in the summer. The summer concert series takes place on Sundays from May 4 to Jul 27, 2025, weather permitting, at 6 p.m. on the lawn of the museum. Freeman Round House … [Read more...] about Freeman Round House Summer Concert Series in Wilson
Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
The sunflowers are in bloom at Dix Park! To celebrate the 10th birthday of the sunflower field, Dix Park is hosting a 10th Birthday Party at the Sunflower Field on Saturday, July 26, 2025. The address is 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, but keep reading for information on directions and parking. The festivities take place in the morning and evening. The party is free. Morning … [Read more...] about Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
Treetops Fest: Acoustic Music Fest at Southern Village in Chapel Hill
Treetops Fest is an acoustic music fest on the Green at Southern Village, 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It takes place Friday, July 25, 2025, at 7 p.m. The event is free to attend, but tips are welcome for the artists. Performing are: … [Read more...] about Treetops Fest: Acoustic Music Fest at Southern Village in Chapel Hill
Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 3-4
The popular Triangle Oktoberfest returns to Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Friday, October 3, and Saturday, October 4, 2025. This is an authentic German festival focused on family fun, traditional Bavarian food, local and authentic German beers from Munich. Kids activities include inflatables, face painting, a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and yard games. The … [Read more...] about Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 3-4
Good Vibrations: A Jewish Music Series July 23
Jewish For Good is presenting Good Vibrations -- A Jewish Music Series. This is a FREE outdoor concert series, but registration is required. These concerts take place in the Preminger Family Amphitheater on the campus of Jewish For Good, 1937 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, North Carolina. Each concert starts at 7 p.m. Make sure to register here. Good Vibrations Schedule Wednesday, June … [Read more...] about Good Vibrations: A Jewish Music Series July 23
Pops on the Green — free outdoor concerts by The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle Sept 19-20
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle is an orchestral ensemble of 40+ musicians from all parts of North Carolina. They are known for their varied concert series, including Beerthoven and Pops on the Green. Read on for info on Pops on the Green, and check back soon for Beerthoven! Pops on the Green Pops on the Green features familiar tunes from Star Wars and Queen, as well as classics … [Read more...] about Pops on the Green — free outdoor concerts by The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle Sept 19-20
Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival October 18
The folks who bring you Raleigh's International Food Festival are presenting Raleigh's International Wine & Beer Festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 12 to 8 p.m. at City Plaza, 443 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. A wide variety of international wine and beer suppliers are coming to Raleigh for this event. The festival is free to attend. Wine, beer and food will … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s International Wine & Beer Festival October 18
