Brookside Bodega, at 1000 Brookside Drive, Raleigh, has some upcoming events, all free and open to the public. In addition, read on for the weekly food and drink specials. Fall Fest Block Party On Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m., Brookside Bodega and The Optimist are joining together to present Fall Fest Block Party. There will be live music, vendors, games, trick-or-treating and … [Read more...] about Fall Fest Block Party with Brookside Bodega and The Optimist (and more)
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Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival
Saturday, October 7, 2023, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival will take place in Historic Downtown Fuquay-Varina. It features live music, a BMX Bike Show, artist village, kids' zone, The Storm Tour (mobile interactive Canes experience) and much more. The festival will take place along Main Street, between Academy Street and Vance Street, as well as the side streets. Find the … [Read more...] about Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival
95th Wendell Harvest Festival Oct 7
The 95th Wendell Harvest Festival takes place Saturday, October 7, 2023, in Downtown Wendell, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. This event is brought to you by the Wendell Chamber of Commerce. The main stage is at Ashley Wall Tall Square, 99 West 3rd Street, Wendell, North Carolina. Harvest Festival Fun for all ages! Over 100 vendors and eighteen food trucks fill the streets of Wendell, along … [Read more...] about 95th Wendell Harvest Festival Oct 7
On the Green Music Festival at Southern Village Oct 8
Dwarf Star Studios and Southern Village are presenting On the Green Music Festival, a free event on the green of Southern Village, 400 Market Street, Chapel Hill, NC. The festival takes place Sunday, October 8, 2023, from 1 to 6 p.m. It's free, but donations to the musicians are appreciated. Bring your lawn chairs and relax! Band Lineup In order of appearance. … [Read more...] about On the Green Music Festival at Southern Village Oct 8
Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park Oct 28
Barktoberfest is a free event in Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It's being presented by Durham Parks and Recreation and Beyond Fences. Features of Barktoberfest Costume Contest Dress up your dog for a chance for prizes. Music Performance 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.: Mighty Messengers of Soul Photo Booth A … [Read more...] about Barktoberfest in Durham Central Park Oct 28
North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 4-5 in Wilson
The North Carolina Whirligig Festival takes place in downtown Wilson, a little under an hour east of Raleigh, on Saturday, November 4, and Sunday, November 5, 2023. The Whirligig Festival is a two-day arts festival that showcases the arts of the region, including whirligigs, North Carolina folk art created by local artist Vollis Simpson. Whirligigs are 20 to 50 feet in height and … [Read more...] about North Carolina Whirligig Festival Nov 4-5 in Wilson
IBMA World of Bluegrass includes a free street festival
IBMA World of Bluegrass, which takes place in Downtown Raleigh, is one of the biggest bluegrass events anywhere. It includes these ticketed events: Bluegrass Live! Tickets for IBMA Bluegrass LIVE!, at Red Hat Amphitheater, range from $100 to $140. (But read on for information on the FREE street festival!) Friday, September 29, 2023 Saturday, September 30, 2023 Street … [Read more...] about IBMA World of Bluegrass includes a free street festival
Fridays on the Front Porch at Carolina Inn: Live music and food trucks
Carolina Inn, at 211 Pittsboro Street, on the UNC campus in Chapel Hill, hosts Fridays on the Front Porch, a free outdoor concert series, every Friday from April 7th, through October 27th, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site. Band and Food Truck Schedule for Fridays on the Front Porch Here's the info for the Fridays on the Front Porch … [Read more...] about Fridays on the Front Porch at Carolina Inn: Live music and food trucks
Free outdoor concerts at Colonial Inn in Hillsborough
Colonial Inn, at 153 W. King Street in Hillsborough, is hosting an outdoor concert series. Concerts at the Colonial are free and open to the public. The concerts are generally from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (with an occasional exception.) You'll be able to order from the Colonial's bar. Check the Colonial Inn's Facebook page a few hours before the concert to make sure it's not affected by the … [Read more...] about Free outdoor concerts at Colonial Inn in Hillsborough
Pop Swap Fest — Free Community Arts Festival at Durham Central Park
The 6th Pop Swap Fest will take place at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina, on Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. At this free event, there will be more than 50 local vendors, interactive and engaging art experiences, live music and performances, and more. This is a great chance to get some of your holiday shopping done. … [Read more...] about Pop Swap Fest — Free Community Arts Festival at Durham Central Park
