Wendell's Meet on Main Concert Series includes live music, a kids' zone, food truck rodeo and beer and wine for purchase. The concerts take place in Downtown Wendell on four Fridays, from 5 to 10 p.m., and are free to attend. Meet on Main 2026 Schedule … [Read more...] about Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell
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Music in the Park in Morrisville returns in May
The Town of Morrisville is hosting Music in the Park at the Indian Creek Trailhead, 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina. The concerts take place on the first Friday of the month from May to September in 2026. An additional concert will be held on June 19, for Juneteenth. There is no concert in July. The time varies a little bit. See below. A food truck will be on site each … [Read more...] about Music in the Park in Morrisville returns in May
Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park returns Apr. 16
Live music is returning to North Hills. Midtown Beach Music Series is a concert series that will take place at Midtown Park, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. The concert series features beach music, Motown, oldies R&B and more. The concerts will be on Thursdays, from 6 to 9 p.m., from April 16 to July 23, 2026. Tickets are $8.73 (including ticket fees.) You can also … [Read more...] about Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park returns Apr. 16
Raleigh’s Summer Concert Series returns to Fletcher Park and Pullen Park in 2026
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is hosting a summer concert series in Fletcher Park and Pullen Park the summer of 2026. These concerts are free to attend. They take place on select Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. from May 31 to August 23, 2026 Raleigh Summer Concert Series 2026 Check here for any changes to the schedule. Fred Fletcher Park Pullen Park … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Summer Concert Series returns to Fletcher Park and Pullen Park in 2026
Bynum Front Porch’s Friday Night Music Series returns May 1
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro (Chatham County), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including storytelling, a music series, and a bluegrass jam session, open to all. Bynum Front Porch is a nonprofit that rents the old Bynum General Store, turning it into a community gathering … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch’s Friday Night Music Series returns May 1
Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
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 Sunday in Spring Concert Schedule 2026 Info about … [Read more...] about Six Sundays in Spring concerts in Wake Forest
Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro returns May 15
Music Maker Foundation's Freight Train Blues Concert Series is returning in 2026. This series features roots musicians steeped in the diverse traditions of the Carolina Piedmont. It will take place on Friday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., from May 15 to June 12, 2026, at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 West Main Street, Carrboro, NC. This is a free concert series. Food and beer will be … [Read more...] about Freight Train Blues Concert Series in Carrboro returns May 15
Summer Music Series at Waverly Place
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Summer Music Series every Wednesday from June 3 to 24, 2026. The concerts feature fun, high-energy bands. Then, Waverly Place will present Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find all the concerts listed on Waverly Place's event … [Read more...] about Summer Music Series at Waverly Place
Away with the Fairies festival at Mordecai Historic Park March 21
Paper & Stars Studio is presenting Away with the Fairies at Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Enter a market full of fairies, dragons, mischief and more at this themed event especially for families. Set in Mordecai Historic Park's beautiful nature space, this event by Paper & Stars Studio gathers … [Read more...] about Away with the Fairies festival at Mordecai Historic Park March 21
Oak and Ink Bookish Market at Edit Beer Co., March 21: ft. book signings with local authors!
Edit Beer Co., at 1911 Sego Ct., Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a craft brewery with 20 taps and a mix of beers brewed on-site. It also features curated offerings from fine beer, wine, and cider makers. Visit Edit Beer Co.'s Facebook page to see what they have going on. Upcoming Events Oak and Ink Bookish MarketSaturday, March 21, 20262 to 5 p.m.Free Join local authors and fellow … [Read more...] about Oak and Ink Bookish Market at Edit Beer Co., March 21: ft. book signings with local authors!
