Mosaic holds the Mosaic Market once a month at The Works Yard, 367 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, North Carolina. The market features artisan crafts, fresh produce and a vibrant community atmosphere, including live music. It takes place the first Wednesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. The markets are currently scheduled through October 1, 2025. Look for updates at … [Read more...] about Mosaic Market, with live music: Brown Mountain Lightning Bugs on Sept. 3
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Labor Day Cookout at The Plant in Pittsboro
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting a Labor Day Cookout on Monday, September 1, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Pay for your food and drink. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Labor Day Cookout at The Plant in Pittsboro
African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place August 30 and 31, 2025 and is free to attend. The festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. The festival features: Make sure to check the … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 22-23
The Town of Cary's Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is back for 2026! It will take place August 22 and 23, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall Campus in Downtown Cary, 316 N. Academy Street, Cary. This is a free festival. The 50th Annual Lazy Day Arts and Crafts Festival features: … [Read more...] about Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival August 22-23
Free Outdoor Concerts in Angier: Boots & Bangs on Sept. 25
The Town of Angier is presenting a free outdoor concert series. The music takes place at Angier Depot, 19 E Depot Street, Angier, North Carolina, on Thursdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Angier is in Harnett County, 22.6 miles south of Raleigh, and 15 miles from Fuquay-Varina. Food trucks will be on site for each concert, and there will be a beer and wine garden on site. Angier Concert … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Concerts in Angier: Boots & Bangs on Sept. 25
Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 23
Packapalooza is a huge, free, family-friendly block party and street festival welcoming the Wolfpack back to campus. It takes place on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The whole community is invited to this free street festival. The festival includes music, games, vendors and … [Read more...] about Packapalooza: Free festival at NC State August 23
Music at Mill Bridge (Wake Forest / Rolesville)
The Town of Rolesville spring concert series, Music at Mill Bridge, has been modified due to construction at the park. It will take place just two dates in the fall (see below.) The spring concert will return in 2026. The concerts take place at Mill Bridge Nature Park Amphitheatre, 425 Nature Park Drive, Wake Forest, NC. Enjoy free outdoor concerts from this 200-seat open-air … [Read more...] about Music at Mill Bridge (Wake Forest / Rolesville)
Jazzin’ at Sweetwater — live music with John Brown Trio Aug. 15
Shop Local Raleigh is presenting Jazzin' @ Sweetwater on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:3 p.m., at Sweetwater, 2701 Lanview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy live music from the John Brown Trio. In addition, shop from vendors, and purchase food, wine, beer and cocktails. Bring your chairs and blankets. … [Read more...] about Jazzin’ at Sweetwater — live music with John Brown Trio Aug. 15
Farmhouse Jams in Wendell Falls — free concert with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Aug. 9
Wendell Falls, 320 Vintage Point Lane, Wendell, NC, is presenting Farmhouse Jams, a free concert on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Courtney Lynn & Quinn will be performing. Please bring your own chair. Farmhouse Café and food trucks will be serving up tasty eats, or grab a bite beforehand at one of the Treelight Square restaurants. Also, learn more about the amenities … [Read more...] about Farmhouse Jams in Wendell Falls — free concert with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Aug. 9
Raleigh Funky Flower Fest at Moore square Aug. 3: floral-themed vendor market
Pomona Pop-Ups is hosting Raleigh Funky Flower Fest on Sunday, August 3, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Look for updates in the Facebook event. This is a flower-themed vendor market featuring: … [Read more...] about Raleigh Funky Flower Fest at Moore square Aug. 3: floral-themed vendor market
