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!
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Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 18
Head to Wake Forest for Forest Fest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free family event in Downtown Wake Forest focuses on celebrating the heart and history of Wake Forest. The event will feature entertainment, the Wake Forest Farmers Market, a tree seedling giveaway, educational opportunities, children's activities, vendors, food options and much more! The festival takes … [Read more...] about Forest Fest in Wake Forest April 18
16th Annual ‘Cuegrass Festival April 18
16th Annual North Carolina 'Cuegrass Festival returns to Downtown Raleigh on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The festival is free to attend, but raises funds for local children's causes, so donations are welcome. This festival celebrate two of the great things about North Carolina: Barbecue and Bluegrass. There will also be a vendor village on Fayetteville Street, near … [Read more...] about 16th Annual ‘Cuegrass Festival April 18
SpringFest at Southern Village Apr. 18 — free outdoor music
Southern Village, at 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is hosting SpringFest on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. Live music will take place on the Southern Village Green: Admission is free, but tips for the musicians are encouraged. Rain date is April 19. … [Read more...] about SpringFest at Southern Village Apr. 18 — free outdoor music
Summer Vibes Music Series returns in 2026
The Town of Cary is presenting Summer Vibes Music Series in June, July and August, 2026. These free events features live music, food and drink. The events are appropriate for all ages. There will be crafts and activities at the park for kids. Check back soon for the band lineup. June 17, 20266 to 8 p.m.Carpenter Fire Station Neighborhood Park7119 Carpenter Fire Station Road, Cary, … [Read more...] about Summer Vibes Music Series returns in 2026
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
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
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
