Hub RTP is hosting a mid-week lunch break concert on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Shuffle will take place March through June, 2026, and then September through October. It's free to attend. There will be a new artist-in-residence featured each month. The music will take place at 3151 Elion Drive, Research Triangle Park, Durham. North Carolina. Use the map below to help navigate to … [Read more...] about Shuffle: Lunch break music series at Hub RTP
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Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, will once again host Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from April 1 to October 21, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., with the music starting at 6 p.m. This is the 10th year for Wine Down Wednesday and it's a favorite tradition in Chapel Hill. Mingle, sip, and enjoy great weather and live music at this open social. This is a … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Oak City Music Collective and NC State Centennial Campus are presenting the concert series, Centennial SoundBites. This is a FREE outdoor concert series that takes place on most Wednesdays from June 3 to August 5, 2026, from 12 to 1 p.m. No concert is listed for June 24 or July 1 at the time of this post. The concerts take place at 321 Coffee, 930 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Food … [Read more...] about Centennial SoundBites — free lunch-time concert series on Wednesdays
Arts on East: Free outdoor concert series on Duke University East Campus: Rebecca Porter on June 17
Duke Arts is presenting a free outdoor concert series, Arts on East. Arts on East concerts will take place every Wednesday from May 27 through June 24, 2026, at 7 p.m., on Duke’s East Campus. Previously called Music in the Gardens, this series has been renamed to reflect its new location. Concerts are held outdoors on Duke’s East Campus, located behind White Lecture Hall and the East Duke … [Read more...] about Arts on East: Free outdoor concert series on Duke University East Campus: Rebecca Porter on June 17
Summer Vibes Music Series in Cary: Adam Decker Band June 17
The Town of Cary is presenting Summer Vibes Music Series in June, July and August, 2026. These free events features live music, food and drink. The events are appropriate for all ages. There will be crafts and activities at the park for kids. Adam Decker BandJune 17, 20266 to 8 p.m.Carpenter Fire Station Neighborhood Park7119 Carpenter Fire Station Road, Cary, NC Island Time BandJuly 15, … [Read more...] about Summer Vibes Music Series in Cary: Adam Decker Band June 17
Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 13
The Annual Triangle Community Band Festival will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 6 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a FREE event! Enjoy performances by several area community bands: The finale includes all five bands performing together! Multiple food trucks will be on site. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. The concert will … [Read more...] about Triangle Community Band Festival at Durham Central Park June 13
Concerts on the Creek at Hub RTP June 13
Hub RTP is hosting Concerts on the Creek the second Saturday of the month in March, April, May, June, and September, 2026, from 3 to 5:30 p.m. This is a FREE concert series. Families, friends and music lovers are invited to gather alongside Hub RTP’s Burdens Creek boardwalk for an open-air showcase of standout performers and nationally acclaimed musical talent. Band Lineup You'll find … [Read more...] about Concerts on the Creek at Hub RTP June 13
Get Down @ The Plant June 13: Full day of live music, followed by International Dance Night
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Get Down @ The Plant on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 12 to 7 p.m. This is a full day of live music. Free to attend. And read on to learn about the dance party that will follow! Band Lineup: International Dance Night will follow, from 7 to 9 p.m. This is also a free event. Dance to a variety of styles of music, including … [Read more...] about Get Down @ The Plant June 13: Full day of live music, followed by International Dance Night
Rhythm & Reels: Free concert and movie series in Apex
Rhythm & Reels is a FREE outdoor concert and movie series that takes place from June 6 to August 22, 2026, at Nature Park Amphitheatre, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. On select Saturday evenings, enjoy a night of music or movies under the stars. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. Movies begin at dusk. Learn about each musical artist and movie here. Concerts Movies … [Read more...] about Rhythm & Reels: Free concert and movie series in Apex
Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concerts in the Park — Blue Cactus on June 13
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting a Summer Concert Series. It takes place twice a month from June through August, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. These concerts are free, family-friendly and full of local flavor, including a rotating lineup of food trucks. Pack a blanket or chair and enjoy live music and summer nights. The concerts alternate between these two locations: Summer Concerts in … [Read more...] about Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concerts in the Park — Blue Cactus on June 13
