As Sarah P. Duke Gardens undergo renovations, Duke Arts is hosting Music Near the Gardens, a special edition of the long-running summer concert series, Music in the Gardens. Music Near the Gardens: The Pinhook Edition is curated by Kym Register, owner of The Pinhook, and is hosted by local artist and performer Stormie Daie. It will take place at 7 p.m. every Wednesday from May 28 through … [Read more...] about Music Near the Gardens — free outdoor concerts on Duke’s East Campus, plus free after parties at The Pinhook
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The Boulder Garden Solstice Festival June 21
The Boulder Garden, at 328 Roney Street, Durham, North Carolina, is a bouldering gym that combines bouldering, art, community building and environmental activism. The gym includes over 2,000 square feet of climbing terrain, a top-out section and outdoor event space. The Boulder Garden is celebrating solstice with a Garden Solstice Festival on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. … [Read more...] about The Boulder Garden Solstice Festival June 21
Free Capital Carnival June 21
Capital Marketplace, 6250 Plantation Center Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Capital Carnival on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but please RSVP at the above link. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Free Capital Carnival June 21
Gig in the Park: Free Concert Series at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park
Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, at 301 Goldsboro Street S, Wilson, NC, is hosting Gig in the Park, a free concert series. It takes place every other Thursday from April 24 to June 19, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. The band lineup was announced on Facebook. Bring a chair or blanket. There will be food trucks, along with beer and wine. No outside beverages or coolers. Proceeds from the beverage … [Read more...] about Gig in the Park: Free Concert Series at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park
Funkytown Festival in Franklinton June 14
The Town of Franklinton is hosting the Funkytown Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., on Main Street in Downtown Franklinton. Franklinton is about 26 miles to the northeast of Raleigh. It's close to Wake Forest. Funkytown Festival is a 70s and 80s themed festival, and is free to attend. The festival features: … [Read more...] about Funkytown Festival in Franklinton June 14
Apex Pride Festival June 14
Apex Pride is presenting the Apex Pride Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter Street, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free festival is to honor and celebrate the LGTQ+ community members and loved ones. The festival includes: Look for updates on the Facebook event. … [Read more...] about Apex Pride Festival June 14
Knightdale African American Festival June 14
The Town of Knightdale is presenting the Knightdale African American Festival on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 4 to 9 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. This free, family-friendly event features: … [Read more...] about Knightdale African American Festival June 14
Carolina Brass Band Festival May 31
The Carolina Brass Band Festival will take place Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 2:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park, 801 High House Road, Cary, NC. The FREE festival will present bands from across the state: There will be food trucks on site. … [Read more...] about Carolina Brass Band Festival May 31
Live in the District Music Series at Park West Village on Thursdays this Fall
Live in the District is a free outdoor concert series in Park West Village, 3400 Village Market Place, Morrisville, North Carolina. Live in the District is happening every Thursday from September 17 to October 22, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This concert features some very popular beach music bands. Sit, stand, or dance! Local breweries and food trucks will be there as well. Check back … [Read more...] about Live in the District Music Series at Park West Village on Thursdays this Fall
Music at the Stack — free, outdoor concert series at American Tobacco Campus
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle is presenting a free outdoor concert series, Music at the Stack, on Wednesdays from April 30 to May 21, 2025. The concerts take place at 6:30 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus, 316 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, at Stack Alley. Registration is not required, but it is appreciated. Schedule Food and beverages will be available for purchase from … [Read more...] about Music at the Stack — free, outdoor concert series at American Tobacco Campus
