Celebrate Raleigh's culture and community at 919 Day! This event takes place Friday, September 19, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., at The Corner at NC State's Centennial Campus, 941 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event featuring live music, food trucks, local vendors and more. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the music starts at 6 p.m. Bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs. … [Read more...] about 919 Day at NC State Centennial Campus
outdoor concerts
Groovin’ in Garner — Liquid Pleasure on Sept. 19
Downtown Garner is presenting a free outdoor concert series one Friday a month from June to September, 2025, except for July. Groovin' in Garner takes place on the Garner Recreation Center lawn, 215 W Main Street, Garner, North Carolina, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend. Food trucks will be on site, or you can purchase dinner from one of the Downtown Garner restaurants. Beer and … [Read more...] about Groovin’ in Garner — Liquid Pleasure on Sept. 19
Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
The 3rd Annual Wilson Jazz Festival takes place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 1 p.m. to around 10 p.m., in various locations in Wilson, North Carolina. The Main Stage performances at Vollis Whirligig Park are ticketed, and the other performances at multiple venues, plus a Second Line Parade, are free. The Second Line goes from Whirligig Park at 8:30 p.m. to Downtown Public House. Check … [Read more...] about Wilson Jazz Festival Sept. 20
Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
Southern Village, 600 Market Street in Chapel Hill, is hosting a free concert series on Thursday nights in July, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert has no cover charge, but you're encouraged to tip the musicians. The concert takes place on the Village Green. Thursday Night Live Lineup … [Read more...] about Thursday Night Live Music at Southern Village in Chapel
Concerts in the Park in Wake Forest: The Phoebes Sept. 14
The Town of Wake Forest is putting on two free concerts at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd, Wake Forest. They will take place on two Sundays, September 7 and 14, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at Joyner Park Amphitheater. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Food vendors on September 14: In the case of inclement weather, the concerts may be canceled or moved inside the … [Read more...] about Concerts in the Park in Wake Forest: The Phoebes Sept. 14
Bynum Front Porch: Milll Town Yarns Sept. 13
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro (Chatham County), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including storytelling, a music series, and a bluegrass jam session, open to all. Bynum Front Porch is a nonprofit that rents the old Bynum General Store, turning it into a community gathering … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch: Milll Town Yarns Sept. 13
Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13, 2025. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 12-13
Summer at the Springs Outdoor Concert Series in Holly Springs
The Holly Springs Cultural Center, 300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs, hosts a free outdoor concert series, Summer at the Springs, the second Friday of the month, from June to September, 2025. The concerts take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. They're free and family friendly. Bring a chair and a picnic blanket. Grab dinner from a food truck and enjoy a beer from a local brewery. Vendors will … [Read more...] about Summer at the Springs Outdoor Concert Series in Holly Springs
Friday Night on White in Wake Forest: Liquid Pleasure Sept. 12
The Town of Wake Forest and Downtown Wake Forest, Inc. are bringing back Friday Night on White in 2025. The very popular event takes place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on White Street in Wake Forest, and features live music and beer for purchase. Friday Night on White Schedule for 2025 Make sure to visit some of the restaurants in downtown Wake Forest, or enjoy dinner from one of the food … [Read more...] about Friday Night on White in Wake Forest: Liquid Pleasure Sept. 12
Brightleaf Concert Series Sept. 12: Africa Unplugged
Enjoy music at Brightleaf Concert Series at Brightleaf Square, 905 West Main Street Durham. This is a free concert series and the music starts at 6:30 p.m. Brightleaf Concert Series was mentioned on Discover Durham. Presented by Brightleaf Square, in collaboration with So When Do I Clap? and Sonic Pie Productions. Thursday, August 15, 2025: Thursday, September 12, 2025 Seating is … [Read more...] about Brightleaf Concert Series Sept. 12: Africa Unplugged
