Wake Forest's Six Sundays in Spring concert series is back in 2026. The free, family-friendly concert series will take place every Sunday from April 26 to May 31, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The concerts will feature music from a wide variety of genres. Six Sundays in Spring Concert Schedule 2026 Info about … [Read more...] about Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
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Live After 5: River Shook at Moore Square postponed to July 16
UPDATE: The June 4 Live After 5 has been rescheduled from June 4 to July 16, because the Stanley Cup Finals Watch Party will be taking place at Moore Square on Jun e 4. Downtown Raleigh Alliance is bringing Live After 5 back in 2026. This year it will take place at rotating locations, on six Thursdays from May 14 to August 13, 2026, at 7 p.m. This family-friendly summer concert series will also … [Read more...] about Live After 5: River Shook at Moore Square postponed to July 16
Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow May 30
The annual Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow will be held at Dorothea Dix Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at Harvey Hill at Dix Park, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's open to the public and free to attend. Presented in partnership with Triangle Native American Society, experience a day of competition dancing and drumming, … [Read more...] about Dix Park Inter-Tribal Pow Wow May 30
Foundations: Art & Expression at Latta June 27
Foundations: Art & Expression at Latta is an annual cultural arts gathering that will take place Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Latta University Historic Park, 1001 Parker Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event. Together,celebrate African-American history, creativity, and community through live performance, visual art, and local vendors. The event is set … [Read more...] about Foundations: Art & Expression at Latta June 27
Groovin’ in Garner — Jim Quick & Coastline on June 18
Downtown Garner is kicking off its outdoor concert series, Groovin' in Garner, on Friday, May 15, 2026, with Rockzilla. Groovin' in Garner takes place on the Garner Recreation Center lawn, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site, or you can purchase dinner from one of the Downtown Garner restaurants. Beer and wine will … [Read more...] about Groovin’ in Garner — Jim Quick & Coastline on June 18
STEAM Lab for kids May 16 and 30
Durham Parks and Recreation is offering STEAM Lab to kids ages 5-8 on May 16 and 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina. Registration is required. This interactive class introduces children to the exciting world of STEAM through hands-on projects and challenges. Participants will engage in simple engineering tasks, … [Read more...] about STEAM Lab for kids May 16 and 30
Around the World, Raleigh Festival May 30
MAKRS is presenting the inaugural Around the World, Raleigh Festival on May 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Bount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This festival is free to attend. Around the World, Raleigh celebrates food and cultures from around the globe. It will consist of regional "neighborhood." Walk through Africa, Asia, South America and other areas of the … [Read more...] about Around the World, Raleigh Festival May 30
Compassion Day at St. Matthew Baptist Church on May 30: Free food, haircuts, clothing, and much more
St. Matthew Baptist Church, 5410 Louisburg Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, along with Lost Sheep Outreach Ministry, is hosting Compassion Day on May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome. This is a FREE event offering a myriad of FREE resources for the community. In addition to all the resources below, there will be face painting and entertainment to make this a fun day for all! … [Read more...] about Compassion Day at St. Matthew Baptist Church on May 30: Free food, haircuts, clothing, and much more
Free Community Cookout at former DMV site in Raleigh on May 30
The City of Raleigh is hosting a FREE Community Cookout on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., across from the former DMV site, 207 S State Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Come enjoy grilled food, shaved ice, live music, bounce houses, face painting, and more. Kids can enjoy activities and fill a goodie bucket with toys and candy. City staff will also be on-site to share … [Read more...] about Free Community Cookout at former DMV site in Raleigh on May 30
988 & Skate on May 30: Free Mental Wellness Skate Block Party, including free haircuts and more
On Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m., Conlon Family Skate Park, 905 US-401, Raleigh, North Carolina, will transform into a vibrant celebration of hope, healing, and wheels for all. Reggie Winston, founder of The Bar Ber Shop N.C., The Mobile Barber Truck, and the nonprofit Grooming Resources and Opportunities (GRO) 501(c)(3), present 988 and Skate, a unique and free community … [Read more...] about 988 & Skate on May 30: Free Mental Wellness Skate Block Party, including free haircuts and more
