Wendell's Meet on Main Concert Series includes live music, a kids' zone, food truck rodeo and beer and wine for purchase. The concerts take place in Downtown Wendell on four Fridays, from 5 to 10 p.m., and are free to attend. Meet on Main 2026 Schedule … [Read more...] about Meet on Main — outdoor concert series in Downtown Wendell
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8th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival in Cary April 11
The Town of Cary is once again celebrating pimento cheese! The Annual Pimento Cheese Festival takes place April 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Food trucks and vendors will serve their regular menus, plus new dishes that feature pimento cheese. Menu items include pimento cheese ice cream, sausage balls, egg rolls, empanadas, … [Read more...] about 8th Annual Pimento Cheese Festival in Cary April 11
Sunset Concert at Sweetwater in Apex on April 11
Sweetwater Town Center, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, is hosting Sunset Concert at Sweetwater on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 7 p.m. This concert is free to the public. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. The concert features renowned jazz vocalist Niki Haris (who performed for many years with Madonna), multi-Grammy nominated jazz guitarist Keith Ganz and The Christian Tamburr … [Read more...] about Sunset Concert at Sweetwater in Apex on April 11
Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concerts in the Park (save the dates!)
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 take place at different parks in Durham. The locations and … [Read more...] about Durham Parks and Recreation Summer Concerts in the Park (save the dates!)
Busk and Bloom: A Spring Buskers Day Celebration at North Carolina Museum of Art on Apr. 4
North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting Busk and Bloom: A Spring Buskers Day Celebration on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. Buskers will be performing in every corner of the 164-acre Museum Park. Wander around and enjoy all the different performances, while enjoying the park and outdoor artwork. Bring some money to put in the guitar case! Want to … [Read more...] about Busk and Bloom: A Spring Buskers Day Celebration at North Carolina Museum of Art on Apr. 4
Pop Up Music Series at North Hills
North Hills' outdoor music series, Pop Up Music at North Hills, returns in 2026. The series will offer acoustic music events, showcasing a variety of genres. The free concerts will take place from April 3 to May 31, 2026, and from September 11 to October 25, 2026, at two locations at North Hills. The general address of North Hills is 4321 Lassiter at North Hills Avenue, Raleigh, North … [Read more...] about Pop Up Music Series at North Hills
Live & Local at Downtown Cary Park March 22: Cary Ballet and Leela Dance Company
Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting a concert series, Live & Local! Live & Local will highlight local talent and creativity and will be free to enjoy. These music and dance concerts will take place at the park's Great Lawn Pavilion. Bring your own chairs and blankets. The event is suitable for all ages You can bring your own food into the … [Read more...] about Live & Local at Downtown Cary Park March 22: Cary Ballet and Leela Dance Company
Summer Music Series at Waverly Place
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is presenting Summer Music Series every Wednesday from June 3 to 24, 2026. The concerts feature fun, high-energy bands. Then, Waverly Place will present 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 … [Read more...] about Summer Music Series at Waverly Place
RTP Underground Market: live music, vendors, more…
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…
Fermentation Fest at The Plant in Pittsboro on March 15
Fermentation Fest is a celebrate of beer, cider, kombucha, sourdough, pickles and more. It takes place Sunday, March 15, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m., at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This festival brings together local producers, educational demonstrations, and hands-on tastings. Guests can explore the science and craft behind fermentation while … [Read more...] about Fermentation Fest at The Plant in Pittsboro on March 15
