Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, will host PLAYlist Concert Series again in 2026. The concerts take place the first Friday of the month from May to October, 2026, except for July, when it takes place the 2nd Friday. It's free to attend. There are restrooms at Durham Central Park and the venue is wheelchair accessible. Parking is free in a lot next to the park. Local … [Read more...] about PLAYlist Concert Series at Durham Central Park: Natura Wonder (Stevie Wonder tribute) Oct. 2
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Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place in September
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Sunset Music Series every Wednesday in September, 2026. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. You can find all the concerts listed on Waverly Place's event list. Wine and beer will be available for purchase. Coolers and outside alcohol are not permitted. Each event will also feature a … [Read more...] about Sunset Music Series at Waverly Place in September
Duke Arts: Free concerts at American Tobacco Campus: Madison Cunningham Sept. 30
Duke Arts returns to American Tobacco Campus in September, 2026, with a new season curated by Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Tift Merritt. This year’s theme centers foremothers and a lineage of women singer-songwriters who have shaped generations through storytelling and creative influence. The concert series will take place every Wednesday from September 9 to 30, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., at … [Read more...] about Duke Arts: Free concerts at American Tobacco Campus: Madison Cunningham Sept. 30
Benson Mule Days Sep 24-27
The town of Benson, NC, is holding its annual festival, Benson Mule Days from Thursday, September 24, to Sunday, September 27, 2026. Schedule: Benson is in Johnston County, about a 35 mile drive to the south from Raleigh. It's convenient to Willow Springs, NC. This is the 77th year for this festival, which celebrates the mule and its role in rural farming. The festival also include live … [Read more...] about Benson Mule Days Sep 24-27
Sunday Brunch Music at Weaver Street Market Carrboro
Weaver Street Market, a community owned grocery, has four locations. The Carrboro location is hosting free outdoor music series this summer and fall. Weaver Street Market locations Weaver Street Carrboro101 E. Weaver Street, Carrboro919-929-0010 Weaver Street Hillsborough228 S. Churton Street, Hillsborough919-245-5050 Weaver Street Southern Village716 Market Street, Chapel … [Read more...] about Sunday Brunch Music at Weaver Street Market Carrboro
Come Out and Play sculpture show in Pittsboro — enjoy art and live music on the farm
The Come Out and Play sculpture show will take place at JimGin Farm, 150 Wild Horse Run, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, 2026, and then every Saturday through September 26, 2026. Each day it takes place from 12 p.m. until dark. This is a chance to see a wide variety of work from artists from around the Triangle, including sculpture, painting, glass fusing … [Read more...] about Come Out and Play sculpture show in Pittsboro — enjoy art and live music on the farm
RTP Underground Market: live music, vendors, more on Sept 26
The MAKRS Society brings local makers, artists, small businesses and unique sellers to the public, through pop-up markets in Raleigh and Durham, and elsewhere in North Carolina. MAKRS Society is presenting RTP Underground Market four dates in 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hub RTP, 3151 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Each event features live music, local vendors, and more. They are … [Read more...] about RTP Underground Market: live music, vendors, more on Sept 26
Fall for Five Points Festival Oct 10
Fall For Five Points is a celebration of the Five Points community. The festival takes place Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at 2000 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC. This is a free festival that features music, a kids' zone, entertainment, vendors, food and drink. Music Entertainment Shop Food and Drink … [Read more...] about Fall for Five Points Festival Oct 10
Dolly Day at American Tobacco Campus Sept. 25
American Tobacco Campus, 318 Blackwell Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Dolly Day at ATC, also known as 9-2-5, on Friday, September 25, 2026. It will take place under the water tower. Celebrate Dolly Parton at this event! All are welcome, including kids. This is a free event. You're encouraged to wear your Dolly gear! From 6 to 9 p.m., there will be live music, including plenty of … [Read more...] about Dolly Day at American Tobacco Campus Sept. 25
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Sept. 25, including Makers Market, live music and more…
The last Friday of every month, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be entertainment, which might be live music, circus performers, spoken word poetry and more. Art receptions and events take place … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk Sept. 25, including Makers Market, live music and more…
