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 include local food trucks and more. Locations Moore Square201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, NC Raleigh Union Station510 W Martin Street, Raleigh, NC Seaboard … [Read more...] about Live After 5 concert series returns to Raleigh, at various locations
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Southern Village’s Sundays at Sundown Music Series — returning May 3
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is presenting live music on Sunday evenings, from May 3 to September 20, 2026. The concerts take place on Sundays from 7 to 9 p.m. Concerts have no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. Read on to see the band schedule for the concert series. Sundays at Sundown Here are the scheduled concerts in 2026. All concerts … [Read more...] about Southern Village’s Sundays at Sundown Music Series — returning May 3
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
Hemparoo at The Plant in Pittsboro April 19 — a celebration of all things hemp!
Hemparoo is a celebration of all things hemp on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m., at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. Learn all about the hemp plant! Admission is free and all ages are welcome. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Hemparoo at The Plant in Pittsboro April 19 — a celebration of all things hemp!
Durham Earth Day Festival April 19
Durham Earth Day Festival will take place Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham. Durham Earth Day Festival is free to attend. This event features: Schedule: Look for more details and updates in the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Durham Earth Day Festival April 19
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
FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and May
FM2FV Concert Series is a free outdoor concert series at Centennial Square, 102 North Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. The concerts, which are scheduled for the spring and fall each year, take place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. FM2FV Spring Concerts 2026 No pets or coolers are allowed. There will be a number of food trucks and beer vendors at each concert. … [Read more...] about FM2FV Concert Series in Fuquay-Varina in April and 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
Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 18
Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free family event in Downtown Wake Forest focuses on celebrating the heart and history of Wake Forest. The event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options and much more! The festival takes … [Read more...] about Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 18
SpringFest at Southern Village Apr. 18 — free outdoor music
Southern Village, at 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting SpringFest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. Live music will take place on the Southern Village Green: Admission is free, but tips for the musicians are encouraged. Rain date is April 19. … [Read more...] about SpringFest at Southern Village Apr. 18 — free outdoor music
