Hempsmith Clothing Co. is hosting Hemparoo on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m., at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. This free event is devoted to learning about and celebrating the hemp plant. Experts on the plant will be guest speaking. The festival also features vendors, live music and thematic festivities. Live music: … [Read more...] about Hemparoo at The Plant April 19
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15th Annual ‘Cuegrass Festival April 19
15th Annual North Carolina 'Cuegrass Festival returns to Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The festival is free to attend, but raises funds for local children's causes, so donations are welcome. This festival celebrate two of the great things about North Carolina: Barbecue and Bluegrass. There will also be a vendor village on Fayetteville Street, near … [Read more...] about 15th Annual ‘Cuegrass Festival April 19
Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more…
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 13, 2025, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, North Carolina. Many rescue groups will be there, along with lots of vendors. This event raises money for animals in need. There will be a Doggie … [Read more...] about Unleashed’s Spring Fling with doggie Easter Egg Hunt, music, vendors, more…
7th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival in Cary April 12
The Town of Cary is once again celebrating pimento cheese! The 7th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival takes place April 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Food trucks and vendors will serve their regular menus, plus new dishes that feature pimento cheese. The festival is free. Just pay for your food and drink. Enjoy live music, … [Read more...] about 7th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival in Cary April 12
Rhythm and Reels — concert and movie series in Durham’s parks
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting Rhythm & Reels, a free summer concert and movie series that takes place at some of Durham's parks. You may bring your own food or purchase from on-site vendors. Please bring your own picnic blanket or chair. No alcohol allowed. Rhythm and Reels Schedule Check back soon for the 2025 schedule. … [Read more...] about Rhythm and Reels — concert and movie series in Durham’s parks
PeakFest at new location in Apex in 2026
PeakFest returns to Apex on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Please note that this year it's at a new location, Town Hall, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. New parking spaces recently added in the downtown Saunders Lot and Moore Street lot are a short walk away from Town Hall. Check back soon for the festival's schedule. … [Read more...] about PeakFest at new location in Apex in 2026
Pop Up Music Series at North Hills
North Hills' outdoor music series, Pop Up Music at North Hills, returns in 2025. The series will offer acoustic music events, showcasing a variety of genres. The free concerts will take place from April 4 to June 21, 2025, and from September 5 to October 26, 2025, at two locations at North Hills. The general address of North Hills is 4321 Lassiter at North Hills Avenue, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about Pop Up Music Series at North Hills
St. Patrick’s Day Party at Southern Village in Chapel Hill March 16
Town Hall Grill is hosting a Saint Patrick's Day Party on Saturday, March 16 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m., on Southern Village Green, 400 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This free, family-friendly celebration will feature live music, games for kids, and Irish-themed burgers for sale. … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Party at Southern Village in Chapel Hill March 16
Preschool Rockstar: Free rock concert for families at Midtown Park March 15
Bring your family to a free concert and album release party with Preschool Rockstar as they celebrate the launch of their new album Tiny Humans, Big World. This event takes place Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Midtown Park, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy lively rock and roll music that both kids and adults can enjoy. The band will … [Read more...] about Preschool Rockstar: Free rock concert for families at Midtown Park March 15
New Year’s Eve Pickle Drop and Fireworks in Mount Olive
Looking for New Year's Eve fireworks close to the Triangle? And maybe an earlier bedtime? And maybe a Pickle Drop? And free pickles? Read on. Mt. Olive Pickle Company is holding its 25th annual New Year's Eve Pickle Drop on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. This is an early New Year's Eve event, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. It takes place in front of the University of Mount Olive's Kornegay Arena, 634 … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Pickle Drop and Fireworks in Mount Olive
