Celebrate Raleigh's culture and community at 919 Day! This event takes place Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., at The Corner at NC State's Centennial Campus, 941 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors and more. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the music starts at 6 p.m. Bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs. … [Read more...] about 919 Day at NC State Centennial Campus
outdoor concerts
Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
The 3rd Annual Wilson Jazz Festival takes place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 p.m. to around 10 p.m., in various locations in Wilson, North Carolina. The Main Stage performances at Vollis Whirligig Park are ticketed, and the other performances at multiple venues, plus a Second Line Parade, are free. The Second Line goes from Whirligig Park at 8:30 p.m. to Downtown Public House. Check … [Read more...] about Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is hosting a free concert series on Thursday nights in July, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert has no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. The concert takes place on the Village Green. Thursday Night Live Lineup … [Read more...] about Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
Concerts in the Park in Wake Forest: The Phoebes Sept. 14
The Town of Wake Forest is putting on two free concerts at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd, Wake Forest. They will take place on two Sundays, September 7 and 14, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at Joyner Park Amphitheater. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Food vendors on September 14: In the case of inclement weather, the concerts may be canceled or moved inside the … [Read more...] about Concerts in the Park in Wake Forest: The Phoebes Sept. 14
Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13, 2025. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Brightleaf Concert Series Sept. 12: Africa Unplugged
Enjoy music at Brightleaf Concert Series at Brightleaf Square, 905 West Main Street Durham. This is a free concert series and the music starts at 6:30 p.m. Brightleaf Concert Series was mentioned on Discover Durham. Presented by Brightleaf Square, in collaboration with So When Do I Clap? and Sonic Pie Productions. Thursday, August 15, 2025: Thursday, September 12, 2025 Seating is … [Read more...] about Brightleaf Concert Series Sept. 12: Africa Unplugged
Family Fall Festival in Raleigh Sept. 11: Food trucks, games, crafts, vendors…
NC Vibes is hosting a Family Fall Festival on Thursday, September 11, 2025, from 2 to 5 p.m., at 3117 Poplarwood Court, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This festival features: Family friendly and pet friendly. … [Read more...] about Family Fall Festival in Raleigh Sept. 11: Food trucks, games, crafts, vendors…
Maybe canceled? Eastern European Cultural Festival in Apex Oct. 4
UPDATE: The link for this event is no longer active. So we are assuming that the event is not happening and we're removing it from the calendar. The originally published details are still below. NC Vibes is presenting Eastern European Cultural Festival on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m ., at Sweetwater, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. This event is free to … [Read more...] about Maybe canceled? Eastern European Cultural Festival in Apex Oct. 4
Venezuelan Market at Durham Central Park Sept. 7
Venezuelan Cultural Association of North Carolina is presenting the Venezuelan Market on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free event. This is a free, family-friendly event that includes: This event is organized by Venezuelan Cultural Association of North Carolina. … [Read more...] about Venezuelan Market at Durham Central Park Sept. 7
Wake Forest Unplugged: free games, activities, and music Sep 7
Wake Forest Unplugged is a free event that encourages people to leave their technology behind and connect with the community through games, activities and a free concert. It takes place Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m., near the Walker Garden at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Road, Wake Forest, NC. Enjoy sack and relay races, corn hole, and miniature golf. Food and dessert … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Unplugged: free games, activities, and music Sep 7
