The 97th Wendell Harvest Festival takes place Saturday, October 4, 2025, in Downtown Wendell, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. This event is brought to you by the Wendell Chamber of Commerce. Over 100 vendors and eighteen food trucks fill the streets of Wendell, along with 10,000 visitors. Booths and food trucks open at 9 a.m. The Harvest Festival Parade starts at 10 a.m. and circles the festival … [Read more...] about 97th Wendell Harvest Festival Oct. 4
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Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 28
The Franklinton Independence Day Celebration takes place Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at the Franklinton Middle School Football Field, 224 Rams Way, Franklinton, North Carolina. Enjoy live music from The Phoebes, food trucks, family fun and fireworks. Plenty of kids' games, dancing and fun. No alcohol, smoking, pets, personal fireworks or weapons are allowed. … [Read more...] about Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 28
Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park on Thursdays
Live music is returning to North Hills. Midtown Beach Music Series is a concert series that will take place at Midtown Park, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh. The concert series features beach music, Motown, oldies R&B and more. The concerts will be on Thursdays, from 6 to 9 p.m., from April 10 to June 26, 2025. Tickets are $6.15 (including ticket fees.) Purchase … [Read more...] about Midtown Beach Music Series at Midtown Park on Thursdays
Summer Concert Series at Waverly Place: North Tower Band June 25
Waverly Place, 575 New Waverly Place in Cary, is presenting a Summer Concert Series every Wednesday in June, 2025. The concerts feature fun, high-energy bands. The concerts take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and are free to attend. There will also be kids' activities at each event. Wine and beer will be available for purchase. Coolers and outside alcohol are not permitted. Schedule … [Read more...] about Summer Concert Series at Waverly Place: North Tower Band June 25
Music Near the Gardens — free outdoor concerts on Duke’s East Campus, plus free after parties at The Pinhook
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
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
Smithfield River Jam Concert Series: Liquid Pleasure June 20
The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2025. It will take place at the Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. The concerts are all at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live music, food and fun. This concert was announced on Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department's Special Events … [Read more...] about Smithfield River Jam Concert Series: Liquid Pleasure June 20
Thursday Live Music: Free Outdoor Concert Series in Angier — The Embers June 19
The Town of Angier is presenting a free outdoor concert series. The music takes place at Angier Depot, 19 E Depot Street, Angier, North Carolina, on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Angier is in Harnett County, 22.6 miles south of Raleigh, and 15 miles from Fuquay-Varina. Food trucks will be on site for each concert, and there will be a beer and wine garden on site. These food vendors … [Read more...] about Thursday Live Music: Free Outdoor Concert Series in Angier — The Embers June 19
Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP
Research Triangle Park is hosting the 3rd Annual Party in the Park: A Celebration of Juneteenth, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. It will take place at The Hub RTP, 3150 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This free event includes: The first 50 guests will get a free icee. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and a swimsuit or splash-friendly clothing. The rain date is June 20, … [Read more...] about Party in the Park: Juneteenth Celebration at RTP
