Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, in partnership with Japan American Society of North Carolina, is presenting a drumming showcase on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event for all ages. Celebrate the rhythms of Senegal, Puerto Rico and more. Explore different … [Read more...] about Drumming Showcase at Five Points Center in Raleigh March 7
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Annual Animal Adoption Day at City of Raleigh Museum March 7
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting its annual Annual Animal Adoption Event on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet adorable cats and dogs and critters seeking forever homes from local adoption agencies. Come experience the love and connection that awaits—you might just find your perfect companion! … [Read more...] about Annual Animal Adoption Day at City of Raleigh Museum March 7
Fall Back Vintage Market at Raleigh Iron Works March 7-8
Shop for retro finds at Fall Back Vintage Market on Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. It takes place at Raleigh Iron Works, 1101 East Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. On Saturday, early bird tickets are available for $10. Early bird tickets grant you admission from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. There will be 40+ vendors, Bad … [Read more...] about Fall Back Vintage Market at Raleigh Iron Works March 7-8
Violinist Omar Ruiz-Lopez at Carolina Theatre’s Family Saturday Series March 7 — just $5 a ticket
Carolina Theatre, at 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, is presenting Family Saturday Series, with performances perfect for all ages. These music, storytelling, dance, and magic performances will introduce young audiences to the magic of live performances, but will also be enjoyable to the older members of the family. The Family Saturday Series will take place once a month, from August, 2025, … [Read more...] about Violinist Omar Ruiz-Lopez at Carolina Theatre’s Family Saturday Series March 7 — just $5 a ticket
Raleigh’s Women’s Market in Moore Square March 8
Pomona Pop Ups is hosting Raleigh's Women's Market on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Moore Square, 201 Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Spend the day shopping a curated lineup of local female makers, artists, and vendors, enjoying women-owned food trucks, and soaking in live performances by female musicians. … [Read more...] about Raleigh’s Women’s Market in Moore Square March 8
Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is celebrating St. Patrick's Day with a special swim event on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Homestead Aquatic Center, 300 Aquatic Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dive for Gold in the swimming pool and search for hidden gold coins. This event is for ages 3 to 10. Admission is $10 for Chapel Hill residents and $15 for non-residents. Register … [Read more...] about Dive for Gold at St. Patrick’s Day Swim Event in Chapel Hill
Wheels on Academy, including Touch-a-Truck, in Cary May 16
Wheels on Academy takes place on North Academy Street, in Cary, North Carolina, on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out the cars of yesteryear, as well as some of today's modern hot rods and exotic cars. Wheels on Academy also features: It's free to attend and free to register your car! Interested in showing your car at Wheels? To be considered for awards, … [Read more...] about Wheels on Academy, including Touch-a-Truck, in Cary May 16
Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Unleashed's Annual Spring Fling is a fun, free event for families, including the canine family members. Parking is also free. It takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Admission and parking are free. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more, on April 26
Feminist First Friday at Hartwell March 6: free headshots, art, vendors, more…
Downtown Raleigh Alliance presents Feminist First Friday on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., at Hartwell, 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event is part of Raleigh's First Friday festivities, and is honor of Women's History Month, which takes place in March. Feminist First Friday features: … [Read more...] about Feminist First Friday at Hartwell March 6: free headshots, art, vendors, more…
First Friday at CoLab March 6: Lyrical
The CoLab, at 14 Glenwood Avenue, Suite #17, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a supportive community of artists. CoLab holds many events, which you can find at thecolabraleigh.com. Here's is an event that's coming up. First Friday: LyricalFriday, March 6, 20266 to 11 p.m.Free CoLab is celebrating March with a birdsong sing-a-long called “Lyrical”. Come see how visual artists represent music, use … [Read more...] about First Friday at CoLab March 6: Lyrical
