Oak City Music Collective is presenting Spring Jazz Market on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m., at Moore Square Park, 200 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is free to attend and is open to everyone. It features live jazz, delicious food trucks, sweet treats, and local vendors. Performers include: … [Read more...] about Spring Jazz Market in Moore Square Park Apr. 25
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40th North Carolina Pickle Festival in nearby Mount Olive April 25
The very popular North Carolina Pickle Festival is returning on April 25, 2026, with some events the night before. It takes place in nearby Mount Olive, North Carolina, the home of Mt. Olive Company. This is a free event, but some activities might have a cost. Mount Olive is just about an hour's drive, to the southeast, from Raleigh, and is a little closer for those along I-40 East, like … [Read more...] about 40th North Carolina Pickle Festival in nearby Mount Olive April 25
Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series at Neuse River Amphitheater
The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2026. 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 Facebook … [Read more...] about Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series at Neuse River Amphitheater
Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at Fenton, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. The celebration takes place by Paragon Theaters. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Fenton’s Earth Day Celebration April 22
Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 27
The Franklinton Independence Day Celebration takes place Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Franklinton Middle School Football Field, 224 Rams Way, Franklinton, North Carolina. Enjoy live music from Stonebrook Moonshine, food trucks, kids' games, family fun and fireworks. No alcohol, smoking, pets, personal fireworks or weapons are allowed. … [Read more...] about Franklinton Independence Day Celebration June 27
Family Fun Day at Archer Lodge Community Center, including bike parade, fireworks and more July 5
The Town of Archer Lodge, in Johnston County, is hosting their Family Fun Day on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 4 to 10 p.m. It will take place at Archer Lodge Community Center, 14009 Buffalo Road, Clayton, North Carolina. This event typically includes inflatables, food trucks, vendors, entertainment, fireworks and more. … [Read more...] about Family Fun Day at Archer Lodge Community Center, including bike parade, fireworks and more July 5
Josh Cellars Jazz Series at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in April
The popular low-cost Wednesday night Josh Cellars Jazz Series will take place at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC, promising a refreshing mid-week break. The shows take place Wednesday evenings from April 1 to April 22, 2026. Parking is free. Gates open at 5:15 p.m. and the music is from 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. This is a family-friendly event. Dogs on leashes are also … [Read more...] about Josh Cellars Jazz Series at Koka Booth Amphitheatre in April
Morrisville’s July 2 Red, White & Boom!
The Town of Morrisville is celebrating Independence Day on Thursday, July 2, 2026, with Red, White & Boom! at Cedar Fork District Park, 228 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina. The festival will take place from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and will include live music, inflatables, face painting, food trucks, family-friendly games, and more. A fireworks show will conclude the … [Read more...] about Morrisville’s July 2 Red, White & Boom!
Rolesville Fourth: Fourth of July Fireworks, live music more…
Rolesville is holding their Fourth of July celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m., at Redford Place Park, 121 Redford Place Drive, Rolesville, NC. The celebration includes fireworks, inflatables, live music, yard games, family crafts, food trucks and beer and wine. Rolesville Fourth Schedule … [Read more...] about Rolesville Fourth: Fourth of July Fireworks, live music more…
Hemparoo at The Plant in Pittsboro April 19 — a celebration of all things hemp!
Hemparoo is a celebration of all things hemp on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m., at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina. Learn all about the hemp plant! Admission is free and all ages are welcome. The celebration includes: … [Read more...] about Hemparoo at The Plant in Pittsboro April 19 — a celebration of all things hemp!
