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Triangle Event Guide Wednesday September 9th Edition

Wednesday brings a full lineup of free and affordable things to do across the Triangle, from live music and family activities to dance lessons, craft nights, and community gatherings. This September 9, 2026, Triangle event guide covers Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Carrboro, and nearby communities.

Highlights include Patty Griffin at American Tobacco Campus, The Ray Band at Waverly Place, kids’ activities at Carrboro Farmers’ Market, and an evening of outdoor movement and music at Pullen Park.

All-Day Events

• Hopscotch Day Parties — All day at various locations. Check individual party schedules for venues, admission details, and performance times.

Morning Events and Family Activities

• Holly Springs Small Business Network — 9–10:30 a.m. at Bombshell Beer Company, Holly Springs. Free. Connect with other small business owners.
• Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event — 9:30 a.m. at Eubanks Road Park and Ride Lot, Chapel Hill. Free.
• Total Tot Time — 10 a.m.–noon at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham. Free. A play program for children ages 5 and younger.

Afternoon Events Around the Triangle

• Centennial SoundBites — Noon–1 p.m. at 321 Coffee on NC State’s Centennial Campus. Free.
• Board Game Night — Noon–10 p.m. at Gizmo Brew Works, Durham. Free.
• Market Bunch Kids’ Activities — 3–6 p.m. at Carrboro Farmers’ Market. Free.
• “Pay What You Can” Farm Stand — 4–7 p.m. at Raleigh City Farm. Free to attend; produce is offered on a pay-what-you-can basis.

Early Evening: Live Music, Outdoor Activities and Community Events

• Wine Down Wednesday — 5–8 p.m. at La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, Chapel Hill. Free admission. Live music and wine specials; purchases cost extra.
• Sunset Music Series: The Ray Band — 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Waverly Place, Cary. Free.
• Acro Yoga at Pullen Park — 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Pullen Park, Raleigh. Free.
• Wine + Weed — 6–7 p.m. at Raleigh City Farm. Free. Learn about plants and farming.
• Poetry at The Plant — 6–7 p.m. at Fair Game Beverage Co., Pittsboro. Free.
• Crokinole — 6–8 p.m. at Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest. Free.
• Durham Chess Club — 6–8:30 p.m. at Durham Food Hall. Free. Open to all ages and skill levels.
• Duke Arts at American Tobacco: Patty Griffin — 6:30 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus, Durham. Free.
• Bring Your Own Craft Night — 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh. Free.
• Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride — 6:30 p.m. at Crank Arm Brewing, Durham. Free.

Wednesday Night: Dancing, Trivia and Creative Meetups

• Cajun Dance Party — 7–9:30 p.m. at Lapin Bleu, Chapel Hill. Free. Includes a dance lesson and live music.
• Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam — 7–8:30 p.m. at Pullen Park, Raleigh. Free.
• Ballroom Dancing Social with Pullen Dance — 7–9 p.m. at Pullen Community Center, Raleigh. $5.
• Music Bingo — 7–9:30 p.m. at Growler Grlz, Durham. Free.
• Wednesday Singer/Songwriter Sessions — 7–10 p.m. at Speakeasy, Carrboro. Free.
• Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night — 7–10 p.m. at Steel String Brewery, Carrboro. Free.
• DSSOLVR Durham Bingo Night — 7 p.m. at DSSOLVR Durham. Free.
• Trivia Night — 7 p.m. at Raleigh Beer Garden. Free.
• Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social — 7:30–11:30 p.m. at KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary. $10.

Late-Night Events and Open Mics

• Weekly Skee Ball Tournament — 8–10 p.m. at Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham. Free.
• City Soul Cafe Open Mic — 8–11 p.m. at Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge, Raleigh. $10.
• Open Mic Night — 8 p.m. at Abbey Road Cary. Free.
• Beer Pong Tournament — 8:30–11 p.m. at Boxcar Bar and Arcade, Raleigh. Free.

Plan Your Wednesday Outing

Families can start with Total Tot Time in Durham or afternoon activities at Carrboro Farmers’ Market. Music fans have options in Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro, while Raleigh offers crafting, trivia, dancing, and outdoor activities into the evening.

Listings reflect the supplied event schedule. Confirm times, registration requirements, age restrictions, and weather updates with organizers before heading out. Free admission does not necessarily include food, drinks, supplies, or other purchases.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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Triangle Event Guide Wednesday September 9th Edition

Wednesday brings a full lineup of free and affordable things to do across the Triangle, from live music and family activities to dance lessons, craft nights, and community gatherings. This September 9, 2026, Triangle event guide covers Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Carrboro, and nearby communities.

Highlights include Patty Griffin at American Tobacco Campus, The Ray Band at Waverly Place, kids’ activities at Carrboro Farmers’ Market, and an evening of outdoor movement and music at Pullen Park.

All-Day Events

• Hopscotch Day Parties — All day at various locations. Check individual party schedules for venues, admission details, and performance times.

Morning Events and Family Activities

• Holly Springs Small Business Network — 9–10:30 a.m. at Bombshell Beer Company, Holly Springs. Free. Connect with other small business owners.
• Chapel Hill Food Distribution Event — 9:30 a.m. at Eubanks Road Park and Ride Lot, Chapel Hill. Free.
• Total Tot Time — 10 a.m.–noon at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham. Free. A play program for children ages 5 and younger.

Afternoon Events Around the Triangle

• Centennial SoundBites — Noon–1 p.m. at 321 Coffee on NC State’s Centennial Campus. Free.
• Board Game Night — Noon–10 p.m. at Gizmo Brew Works, Durham. Free.
• Market Bunch Kids’ Activities — 3–6 p.m. at Carrboro Farmers’ Market. Free.
• “Pay What You Can” Farm Stand — 4–7 p.m. at Raleigh City Farm. Free to attend; produce is offered on a pay-what-you-can basis.

Early Evening: Live Music, Outdoor Activities and Community Events

• Wine Down Wednesday — 5–8 p.m. at La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, Chapel Hill. Free admission. Live music and wine specials; purchases cost extra.
• Sunset Music Series: The Ray Band — 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Waverly Place, Cary. Free.
• Acro Yoga at Pullen Park — 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Pullen Park, Raleigh. Free.
• Wine + Weed — 6–7 p.m. at Raleigh City Farm. Free. Learn about plants and farming.
• Poetry at The Plant — 6–7 p.m. at Fair Game Beverage Co., Pittsboro. Free.
• Crokinole — 6–8 p.m. at Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest. Free.
• Durham Chess Club — 6–8:30 p.m. at Durham Food Hall. Free. Open to all ages and skill levels.
• Duke Arts at American Tobacco: Patty Griffin — 6:30 p.m. at American Tobacco Campus, Durham. Free.
• Bring Your Own Craft Night — 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh. Free.
• Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride — 6:30 p.m. at Crank Arm Brewing, Durham. Free.

Wednesday Night: Dancing, Trivia and Creative Meetups

• Cajun Dance Party — 7–9:30 p.m. at Lapin Bleu, Chapel Hill. Free. Includes a dance lesson and live music.
• Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam — 7–8:30 p.m. at Pullen Park, Raleigh. Free.
• Ballroom Dancing Social with Pullen Dance — 7–9 p.m. at Pullen Community Center, Raleigh. $5.
• Music Bingo — 7–9:30 p.m. at Growler Grlz, Durham. Free.
• Wednesday Singer/Songwriter Sessions — 7–10 p.m. at Speakeasy, Carrboro. Free.
• Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night — 7–10 p.m. at Steel String Brewery, Carrboro. Free.
• DSSOLVR Durham Bingo Night — 7 p.m. at DSSOLVR Durham. Free.
• Trivia Night — 7 p.m. at Raleigh Beer Garden. Free.
• Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social — 7:30–11:30 p.m. at KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary. $10.

Late-Night Events and Open Mics

• Weekly Skee Ball Tournament — 8–10 p.m. at Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham. Free.
• City Soul Cafe Open Mic — 8–11 p.m. at Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge, Raleigh. $10.
• Open Mic Night — 8 p.m. at Abbey Road Cary. Free.
• Beer Pong Tournament — 8:30–11 p.m. at Boxcar Bar and Arcade, Raleigh. Free.

Plan Your Wednesday Outing

Families can start with Total Tot Time in Durham or afternoon activities at Carrboro Farmers’ Market. Music fans have options in Cary, Durham, Chapel Hill, and Carrboro, while Raleigh offers crafting, trivia, dancing, and outdoor activities into the evening.

Listings reflect the supplied event schedule. Confirm times, registration requirements, age restrictions, and weather updates with organizers before heading out. Free admission does not necessarily include food, drinks, supplies, or other purchases.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

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Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Events Guide September 8–14, 2026

The Triangle’s entertainment calendar is packed with major concerts, comedy shows, music festivals and family performances from Tuesday, September 8, through Monday, September 14.

This week’s highlights include Hayley Williams, Air Supply, The Marcus King Band, Staind, Seether, Hoobastank, Hinder, Babymetal, Halestorm, Laurie Berkner and three days of the Hopscotch Music Festival in Raleigh. More than 40 events are scheduled across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Cary and surrounding communities.

Big Ticket Highlights

Among the biggest Triangle events to watch this week:

• Hayley Williams at Coastal Credit Union Music Park
• Hopscotch Music Festival in downtown Raleigh
• Staind, Seether, Hoobastank and Hinder at Coastal Credit Union Music Park
• The Marcus King Band at Red Hat Amphitheater
• Air Supply at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
• Babymetal, Halestorm and Violent Vira at Coastal Credit Union Music Park
• Laurie Berkner at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
• Multiple performances from comedian Sabrina Wu

Tuesday, September 8

Classic Country Jubilee

• Time: 12:45 p.m.
• Venue: Rudy Theatre
• Location: Selma, NC

Rum Jungle

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Wednesday, September 9

Hayley Williams

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Willow Avalon

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Southpaw

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Thursday, September 10

Hopscotch Music Festival—Thursday

• Venue: Hopscotch Music Festival
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Suzanne Lambert

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Anna Graves

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham, NC

Gavin Kelly

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Friday, September 11

Hopscotch Music Festival—Friday

• Venue: Hopscotch Music Festival
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Staind, Seether, Hoobastank and Hinder

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Yonder Mountain String Band

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Venue: Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard
• Location: Raleigh, NC

The Marcus King Band

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Red Hat Amphitheater
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Sabrina Wu

• Times: 7:30 and 9:45 p.m.
• Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Electric Feels

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Ritz
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Ramona & the Holy Smokes

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Shearling

• Time: 8:30 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Devault

• Time: 9 p.m.
• Venue: The Fruit
• Location: Durham, NC

Grabbitz

• Time: 10 p.m.
• Venue: Aura Lounge & Nightclub
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Saturday, September 12

Hopscotch Music Festival—Saturday

• Venue: Hopscotch Music Festival
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Classic Country Jubilee

• Time: 12:45 p.m.
• Venue: Rudy Theatre
• Location: Selma, NC

The Malpass Brothers

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Liberty Showcase Theater
• Location: Liberty, NC

Air Supply

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Sabrina Wu

• Times: 7:30 and 10 p.m.
• Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Scythian

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Rialto Theater
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Bring Out Yer Dead

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Horizon

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Swimming Paul

• Time: 9 p.m.
• Venue: The Fruit
• Location: Durham, NC

Sunday, September 13

Laurie Berkner

• Time: 3 p.m.
• Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
• Location: Cary, NC

The Manhattans & Gerald Alston

• Time: 3 p.m.
• Venue: McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center
• Location: Henderson, NC

Thron-Larkin Duo

• Time: 3 p.m.
• Venue: Halle Cultural Arts Center
• Location: Apex, NC

Sparta

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Stanczyks
• Location: Durham, NC

Babymetal, Halestorm and Violent Vira

• Time: 7:20 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Sabrina Wu

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Wind Walkers

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Motorco Music Hall
• Location: Durham, NC

Alex Cameron

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham, NC

Two Runner

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Monday, September 14

Devon Gilfillian

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Black Marble

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Missouri Executive Order 44

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Acopia

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham, NC

Plan Your Week of Triangle Entertainment

Whether you are looking for an amphitheater concert, an intimate club performance, stand-up comedy, independent music or family entertainment, this week offers options throughout the Triangle and beyond.

Popular shows may sell out. Verify performance times, ticket availability, age restrictions, parking information and venue policies before heading out.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh—and the biggest events happening across the Triangle.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

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Triangle Weekly Big Ticket Events Guide September 8–14, 2026

The Triangle’s entertainment calendar is packed with major concerts, comedy shows, music festivals and family performances from Tuesday, September 8, through Monday, September 14.

This week’s highlights include Hayley Williams, Air Supply, The Marcus King Band, Staind, Seether, Hoobastank, Hinder, Babymetal, Halestorm, Laurie Berkner and three days of the Hopscotch Music Festival in Raleigh. More than 40 events are scheduled across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Cary and surrounding communities.

Big Ticket Highlights

Among the biggest Triangle events to watch this week:

• Hayley Williams at Coastal Credit Union Music Park
• Hopscotch Music Festival in downtown Raleigh
• Staind, Seether, Hoobastank and Hinder at Coastal Credit Union Music Park
• The Marcus King Band at Red Hat Amphitheater
• Air Supply at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
• Babymetal, Halestorm and Violent Vira at Coastal Credit Union Music Park
• Laurie Berkner at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
• Multiple performances from comedian Sabrina Wu

Tuesday, September 8

Classic Country Jubilee

• Time: 12:45 p.m.
• Venue: Rudy Theatre
• Location: Selma, NC

Rum Jungle

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Wednesday, September 9

Hayley Williams

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Willow Avalon

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Southpaw

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Thursday, September 10

Hopscotch Music Festival—Thursday

• Venue: Hopscotch Music Festival
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Suzanne Lambert

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Anna Graves

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham, NC

Gavin Kelly

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Friday, September 11

Hopscotch Music Festival—Friday

• Venue: Hopscotch Music Festival
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Staind, Seether, Hoobastank and Hinder

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Yonder Mountain String Band

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Venue: Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard
• Location: Raleigh, NC

The Marcus King Band

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Red Hat Amphitheater
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Sabrina Wu

• Times: 7:30 and 9:45 p.m.
• Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Electric Feels

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Ritz
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Ramona & the Holy Smokes

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Shearling

• Time: 8:30 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Devault

• Time: 9 p.m.
• Venue: The Fruit
• Location: Durham, NC

Grabbitz

• Time: 10 p.m.
• Venue: Aura Lounge & Nightclub
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Saturday, September 12

Hopscotch Music Festival—Saturday

• Venue: Hopscotch Music Festival
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Classic Country Jubilee

• Time: 12:45 p.m.
• Venue: Rudy Theatre
• Location: Selma, NC

The Malpass Brothers

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Liberty Showcase Theater
• Location: Liberty, NC

Air Supply

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Sabrina Wu

• Times: 7:30 and 10 p.m.
• Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Scythian

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Rialto Theater
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Bring Out Yer Dead

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Horizon

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Swimming Paul

• Time: 9 p.m.
• Venue: The Fruit
• Location: Durham, NC

Sunday, September 13

Laurie Berkner

• Time: 3 p.m.
• Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
• Location: Cary, NC

The Manhattans & Gerald Alston

• Time: 3 p.m.
• Venue: McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center
• Location: Henderson, NC

Thron-Larkin Duo

• Time: 3 p.m.
• Venue: Halle Cultural Arts Center
• Location: Apex, NC

Sparta

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Stanczyks
• Location: Durham, NC

Babymetal, Halestorm and Violent Vira

• Time: 7:20 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Sabrina Wu

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Room 861 at Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Wind Walkers

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Motorco Music Hall
• Location: Durham, NC

Alex Cameron

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham, NC

Two Runner

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Monday, September 14

Devon Gilfillian

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro, NC

Black Marble

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh, NC

Missouri Executive Order 44

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Acopia

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham, NC

Plan Your Week of Triangle Entertainment

Whether you are looking for an amphitheater concert, an intimate club performance, stand-up comedy, independent music or family entertainment, this week offers options throughout the Triangle and beyond.

Popular shows may sell out. Verify performance times, ticket availability, age restrictions, parking information and venue policies before heading out.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh—and the biggest events happening across the Triangle.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

Published by Bryan Tomlinson | BTDesigns.pro |

Things to Do in Cary This Week September 7–13, 2026

Cary’s calendar is packed with family activities, community programs, government meetings, art, film, live music and special events this week. Highlights include BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival, the Carolina Circus Festival, Laurie Berkner Live, Whiskey, Wine & Fire and the continuing exhibition celebrating 50 years of Lazy Daze.

Here is your guide to what’s happening in Cary from Monday, September 7, through Sunday, September 13, 2026.

All Week: Beyond the Booths—50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze exhibition continues throughout the week. The exhibition celebrates five decades of Cary’s signature arts and crafts festival and its lasting influence on the community.

The exhibition is scheduled from Monday, September 7, through Sunday, September 13. Check with the venue for daily hours and admission information.

Monday, September 7

Stretch and Refresh

Start the week with a wellness-focused Stretch and Refresh session.

• Time: 10 a.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The commemorative Lazy Daze exhibition continues Monday.

Tuesday, September 8

Toddler Tuesday: Digging for Dinosaurs

Young explorers can discover the prehistoric world during this dinosaur-themed Toddler Tuesday program.

• Time: 10 a.m.

Casual Calligraphy Lettering

Learn or practice decorative hand-lettering techniques during an evening calligraphy session.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Council Committee

A Cary Council Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday evening.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The 50th-anniversary Lazy Daze exhibition continues Tuesday.

Wednesday, September 9

Birds and Bloomers

Enjoy a nature-focused morning program featuring birds and blooms.

• Time: 8 a.m.

Fire Station 1 Garden Workday

Community members can help care for the garden at Cary Fire Station 1.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cary Historic Preservation Commission will hold its scheduled meeting Wednesday evening.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze commemorative exhibition remains on display Wednesday.

Thursday, September 10

Fire Station 2 Garden Workday

Volunteers can participate in an afternoon garden workday at Cary Fire Station 2.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

Town Council Work Session

The Cary Town Council will gather for a work session to discuss municipal priorities and upcoming matters.

• Time: 5 p.m.

Town Council Regular Meeting

Cary residents can follow local decisions during the Town Council’s regular meeting.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

Cary’s annual film festival begins Thursday with screenings and programming celebrating independent filmmaking.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The anniversary exhibition continues Thursday.

Friday, September 11

Fire Station 3 Garden Workday

Join a community garden workday at Cary Fire Station 3.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

The film festival continues Friday evening with another night of cinema and creative programming.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze retrospective remains available Friday.

Saturday, September 12

Fire Station 5 Garden Workday

Saturday’s activities begin with a community garden workday at Cary Fire Station 5.

• Time: 11:30 a.m.

Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition

Experience a creative combination of visual art and sound during the Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition.

• Time: Noon

Fire Station 6 Garden Workday

Another volunteer garden workday will take place at Cary Fire Station 6.

• Time: 2 p.m.

Carolina Circus Festival: The Greatest Show

The Carolina Circus Festival brings an afternoon of high-energy entertainment to Cary with The Greatest Show.

• Time: 3 p.m.

Whiskey, Wine & Fire

Enjoy an evening event featuring whiskey, wine and fire-inspired experiences.

• Time: 4 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

Saturday’s film festival programming begins at 7 p.m.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary exhibition continues Saturday.

Sunday, September 13

Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition

The Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition returns for a second day.

• Time: Noon

Laurie Berkner Live

Families can sing and dance along when children’s music favorite Laurie Berkner performs live in Cary.

• Time: 3 p.m.

Jazz’d Up Sundays: Niki Haris Featuring the Christian Tamburr Band

Wind down the weekend with vocalist Niki Haris and the Christian Tamburr Band during Jazz’d Up Sundays.

• Time: 5:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

The final scheduled evening of BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival begins at 7 p.m.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The week concludes with another opportunity to explore the exhibition celebrating 50 years of Lazy Daze.

Plan Your Week in Cary

From local government and volunteer opportunities to independent films, family entertainment, art and live music, Cary offers something for nearly every interest this week.

Dates, times, admission requirements and event availability may change. Confirm the latest information with the event organizer or Town of Cary before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh—and more events happening across Cary and the Triangle.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

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Things to Do in Cary This Week September 7–13, 2026

Cary’s calendar is packed with family activities, community programs, government meetings, art, film, live music and special events this week. Highlights include BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival, the Carolina Circus Festival, Laurie Berkner Live, Whiskey, Wine & Fire and the continuing exhibition celebrating 50 years of Lazy Daze.

Here is your guide to what’s happening in Cary from Monday, September 7, through Sunday, September 13, 2026.

All Week: Beyond the Booths—50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze exhibition continues throughout the week. The exhibition celebrates five decades of Cary’s signature arts and crafts festival and its lasting influence on the community.

The exhibition is scheduled from Monday, September 7, through Sunday, September 13. Check with the venue for daily hours and admission information.

Monday, September 7

Stretch and Refresh

Start the week with a wellness-focused Stretch and Refresh session.

• Time: 10 a.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The commemorative Lazy Daze exhibition continues Monday.

Tuesday, September 8

Toddler Tuesday: Digging for Dinosaurs

Young explorers can discover the prehistoric world during this dinosaur-themed Toddler Tuesday program.

• Time: 10 a.m.

Casual Calligraphy Lettering

Learn or practice decorative hand-lettering techniques during an evening calligraphy session.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Council Committee

A Cary Council Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday evening.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The 50th-anniversary Lazy Daze exhibition continues Tuesday.

Wednesday, September 9

Birds and Bloomers

Enjoy a nature-focused morning program featuring birds and blooms.

• Time: 8 a.m.

Fire Station 1 Garden Workday

Community members can help care for the garden at Cary Fire Station 1.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Cary Historic Preservation Commission will hold its scheduled meeting Wednesday evening.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze commemorative exhibition remains on display Wednesday.

Thursday, September 10

Fire Station 2 Garden Workday

Volunteers can participate in an afternoon garden workday at Cary Fire Station 2.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

Town Council Work Session

The Cary Town Council will gather for a work session to discuss municipal priorities and upcoming matters.

• Time: 5 p.m.

Town Council Regular Meeting

Cary residents can follow local decisions during the Town Council’s regular meeting.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

Cary’s annual film festival begins Thursday with screenings and programming celebrating independent filmmaking.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The anniversary exhibition continues Thursday.

Friday, September 11

Fire Station 3 Garden Workday

Join a community garden workday at Cary Fire Station 3.

• Time: 3:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

The film festival continues Friday evening with another night of cinema and creative programming.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze retrospective remains available Friday.

Saturday, September 12

Fire Station 5 Garden Workday

Saturday’s activities begin with a community garden workday at Cary Fire Station 5.

• Time: 11:30 a.m.

Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition

Experience a creative combination of visual art and sound during the Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition.

• Time: Noon

Fire Station 6 Garden Workday

Another volunteer garden workday will take place at Cary Fire Station 6.

• Time: 2 p.m.

Carolina Circus Festival: The Greatest Show

The Carolina Circus Festival brings an afternoon of high-energy entertainment to Cary with The Greatest Show.

• Time: 3 p.m.

Whiskey, Wine & Fire

Enjoy an evening event featuring whiskey, wine and fire-inspired experiences.

• Time: 4 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

Saturday’s film festival programming begins at 7 p.m.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary exhibition continues Saturday.

Sunday, September 13

Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition

The Healing Colors & Sounds Art Exhibition returns for a second day.

• Time: Noon

Laurie Berkner Live

Families can sing and dance along when children’s music favorite Laurie Berkner performs live in Cary.

• Time: 3 p.m.

Jazz’d Up Sundays: Niki Haris Featuring the Christian Tamburr Band

Wind down the weekend with vocalist Niki Haris and the Christian Tamburr Band during Jazz’d Up Sundays.

• Time: 5:30 p.m.

BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival

The final scheduled evening of BEYOND: The Cary Film Festival begins at 7 p.m.

• Time: 7 p.m.

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The week concludes with another opportunity to explore the exhibition celebrating 50 years of Lazy Daze.

Plan Your Week in Cary

From local government and volunteer opportunities to independent films, family entertainment, art and live music, Cary offers something for nearly every interest this week.

Dates, times, admission requirements and event availability may change. Confirm the latest information with the event organizer or Town of Cary before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh—and more events happening across Cary and the Triangle.

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Triangle Event Guide Tuesday September 8, 2026

Looking for things to do across the Triangle on Tuesday? The September 8 lineup includes affordable movies, museum tours, yoga, live art, run clubs, chess, crafts, trivia, bluegrass music and karaoke.

Most of today’s activities are free, with options in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Carrboro, Hillsborough and Wendell.

All-Day Tuesday Deals

Discounted Movies at The Lumina Theater

Catch a movie for less at The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, where every Tuesday ticket costs just $6.25.

• Time: All day
• Cost: $6.25
• Location: The Lumina Theater, Chapel Hill

Tuesday Toss at Der Nachbar

Roll the dice and let chance decide which draft beer you can purchase for $5 during Tuesday Toss.

• Time: All day
• Cost: Discounted
• Location: Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham

Classes, Art and Wellness

Computer Refresher for Mature Adults

Mature adults can strengthen their computer skills during this free refresher course. Registration is required, and space is limited.

• Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

“Reflections” Public Tour

Explore the “Reflections” exhibition during a free guided public tour at the Nasher Museum of Art.

• Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Nasher Museum of Art, Durham

Evening Yoga Class and Garden Stroll

Enjoy an evening yoga class followed by time to explore the gardens at JC Raulston Arboretum.

• Time: 4:30–7:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh

Artist in Residence Series

Watch live artmaking during the Artist in Residence Series at the JB Duke Hotel.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: JB Duke Hotel, Durham

Free Yoga in Durham Central Park

Bring a mat and unwind with a free outdoor yoga class in the heart of downtown Durham.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Durham Central Park

Free Line Dancing Class

Learn new steps and enjoy an active evening during a free line dancing class in Hillsborough.

• Time: 6–7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: The Snow Approach, Hillsborough

Run Clubs and Community Activities

Durham Chess Enthusiasts

Chess players of varying experience levels can meet for casual games and friendly competition.

• Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham

Run, Sweat, Beers Run Club

Join fellow runners for an evening group run followed by a social gathering at Growler Grlz.

• Time: 6–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Growler Grlz, Durham

Bond Brothers Run Club

Meet local runners for a free Tuesday evening run in downtown Cary.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary

Chess Club in Wendell

Make your next move during the weekly Chess Club gathering at Bearded Bee Brewing Company.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell

Crafts, Games and Nightlife

Adult Coloring Night

Relax, grab your favorite colors and spend the evening creating during Adult Coloring Night.

• Time: 6–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham

Poker Night

Test your poker skills during a free evening of cards at KōMANA Brewing Company.

• Time: 6–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary

Craft and Draft Tuesdays

Bring a craft project or discover something creative while enjoying the community atmosphere at Crank Arm Brewing Company.

• Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh

Beer & Banjos in Raleigh

Enjoy live bluegrass music during the Raleigh edition of Beer & Banjos.

• Time: 6:30–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, Raleigh

Bounce and Brews DJ Night

Spend Tuesday night listening to music during Bounce and Brews DJ Night at Gizmo Brew Works.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Jeopardy! Bar League Trivia

Put your knowledge to the test during a Jeopardy-inspired evening of bar league trivia.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Edit Beer Co., Raleigh

Beer & Banjos in Carrboro

Carrboro’s Beer & Banjos gathering offers another opportunity to enjoy free live bluegrass music Tuesday night.

• Time: 7–9:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Karaoke Night

Close out Tuesday by singing your favorite songs during Karaoke Night at Boxcar Bar + Arcade.

• Time: 8–11 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Plan Your Tuesday in the Triangle

Whether you want to exercise, make art, play games, hear live music or enjoy an inexpensive movie, Tuesday offers plenty of reasons to explore the Triangle.

Event information may change. Confirm schedules, registration requirements and availability with each venue before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

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Triangle Event Guide Tuesday September 8, 2026

Looking for things to do across the Triangle on Tuesday? The September 8 lineup includes affordable movies, museum tours, yoga, live art, run clubs, chess, crafts, trivia, bluegrass music and karaoke.

Most of today’s activities are free, with options in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Carrboro, Hillsborough and Wendell.

All-Day Tuesday Deals

Discounted Movies at The Lumina Theater

Catch a movie for less at The Lumina Theater in Southern Village, where every Tuesday ticket costs just $6.25.

• Time: All day
• Cost: $6.25
• Location: The Lumina Theater, Chapel Hill

Tuesday Toss at Der Nachbar

Roll the dice and let chance decide which draft beer you can purchase for $5 during Tuesday Toss.

• Time: All day
• Cost: Discounted
• Location: Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham

Classes, Art and Wellness

Computer Refresher for Mature Adults

Mature adults can strengthen their computer skills during this free refresher course. Registration is required, and space is limited.

• Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: W.D. Hill Recreation Center, Durham

“Reflections” Public Tour

Explore the “Reflections” exhibition during a free guided public tour at the Nasher Museum of Art.

• Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Nasher Museum of Art, Durham

Evening Yoga Class and Garden Stroll

Enjoy an evening yoga class followed by time to explore the gardens at JC Raulston Arboretum.

• Time: 4:30–7:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh

Artist in Residence Series

Watch live artmaking during the Artist in Residence Series at the JB Duke Hotel.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: JB Duke Hotel, Durham

Free Yoga in Durham Central Park

Bring a mat and unwind with a free outdoor yoga class in the heart of downtown Durham.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Durham Central Park

Free Line Dancing Class

Learn new steps and enjoy an active evening during a free line dancing class in Hillsborough.

• Time: 6–7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: The Snow Approach, Hillsborough

Run Clubs and Community Activities

Durham Chess Enthusiasts

Chess players of varying experience levels can meet for casual games and friendly competition.

• Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham

Run, Sweat, Beers Run Club

Join fellow runners for an evening group run followed by a social gathering at Growler Grlz.

• Time: 6–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Growler Grlz, Durham

Bond Brothers Run Club

Meet local runners for a free Tuesday evening run in downtown Cary.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary

Chess Club in Wendell

Make your next move during the weekly Chess Club gathering at Bearded Bee Brewing Company.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell

Crafts, Games and Nightlife

Adult Coloring Night

Relax, grab your favorite colors and spend the evening creating during Adult Coloring Night.

• Time: 6–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Hi-Wire Brewing at Golden Belt, Durham

Poker Night

Test your poker skills during a free evening of cards at KōMANA Brewing Company.

• Time: 6–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary

Craft and Draft Tuesdays

Bring a craft project or discover something creative while enjoying the community atmosphere at Crank Arm Brewing Company.

• Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh

Beer & Banjos in Raleigh

Enjoy live bluegrass music during the Raleigh edition of Beer & Banjos.

• Time: 6:30–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard, Raleigh

Bounce and Brews DJ Night

Spend Tuesday night listening to music during Bounce and Brews DJ Night at Gizmo Brew Works.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Jeopardy! Bar League Trivia

Put your knowledge to the test during a Jeopardy-inspired evening of bar league trivia.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Edit Beer Co., Raleigh

Beer & Banjos in Carrboro

Carrboro’s Beer & Banjos gathering offers another opportunity to enjoy free live bluegrass music Tuesday night.

• Time: 7–9:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Karaoke Night

Close out Tuesday by singing your favorite songs during Karaoke Night at Boxcar Bar + Arcade.

• Time: 8–11 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Plan Your Tuesday in the Triangle

Whether you want to exercise, make art, play games, hear live music or enjoy an inexpensive movie, Tuesday offers plenty of reasons to explore the Triangle.

Event information may change. Confirm schedules, registration requirements and availability with each venue before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for daily updates on government meetings, local festivals, and community happenings — your one-stop guide to everything Raleigh!

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

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Top Headlines From The Carolinian and Triangle Tribune – Aug. 31–Sept. 6th

Black-owned and Black-focused newspapers continue to provide essential reporting about the people, institutions and issues shaping Raleigh, Durham and communities throughout North Carolina.

This week’s Black press roundup covers a proposed health system combination, support for families seeking cancer treatment, concerns about school meals, Black history, community safety and the opening weeks of HBCU football.

Top Stories From The Carolinian

WakeMed explains proposed combination with Atrium Health

In a contributed article published September 5, WakeMed outlined its case for joining Atrium Health while remaining a locally governed nonprofit organization.

WakeMed said the agreement would bring a proposed $2 billion investment to its facilities, including the Raleigh campus on New Bern Avenue. The organization also said it would expand financial assistance and access to specialty, virtual and community-based care.

Wake County commissioners must approve amendments to two governing documents before the combination can move forward. Because this article was written by WakeMed, readers should view it as the health system’s explanation of the proposal rather than independent reporting.

Read “WakeMed & Atrium Health – What’s Driving The Strategic Combination” in The Carolinian.⁠

SNAP reductions could threaten free school meals

The Carolinian republished an NC Newsline report on September 4 examining how federal SNAP reductions could affect children who receive free breakfast and lunch at school.

Some students automatically qualify for school meals through participation in SNAP or Medicaid. SNAP enrollment also helps determine whether schools can offer free meals to every student through the federal Community Eligibility Provision.

The potential consequences extend beyond food assistance. Hunger can affect attendance, concentration, health and classroom performance, making the issue particularly important for North Carolina families and school districts.

Read “SNAP Cuts Could Cost NC Kids Free School Meals” in The Carolinian.⁠

Peer ministers provide counseling inside North Carolina prisons

A September 6 report from NC Health News, published by The Carolinian, explored a program that trains incarcerated people to provide peer counseling, spiritual guidance, grief support and mentorship.

More than 80 men have graduated from the North Carolina Field Minister Program, and over 60 are serving at 16 prisons. A cohort of women is also completing the program at the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women.

Participants earn bachelor’s degrees in pastoral ministry and receive training designed to help them support people experiencing addiction, isolation, family separation and mental-health crises.

Read “Peer Support Brings Faith and Counseling To NC Prisons” in The Carolinian.⁠

Elbert Cox’s Raleigh connection receives renewed attention

Carolinian staff writer Jordan Meadows profiled pioneering mathematician Elbert Frank Cox on September 6.

Cox joined Shaw University’s faculty in Raleigh in 1919 before pursuing graduate study at Cornell University. In 1925, he became the first Black person known to earn a doctorate in mathematics.

The story connects an international academic milestone to Raleigh’s HBCU legacy and the educators who created opportunities for Black scholars despite segregation and discrimination.

Read “Outnumbered: Elbert Cox’s Equation for Greatness” in The Carolinian.⁠

National pickleball championships bring visitors to Cary

The Carolinian reported September 3 that more than 1,400 players were participating in the inaugural Veolia Pickleball National Championships at Cary Tennis Park.

The August 31–September 6 tournament combined professional matches, amateur competition and community activities. Organizers expected thousands of spectators, creating potential benefits for Triangle hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

Read The Carolinian’s report on the Veolia Pickleball National Championships.⁠

Top Stories From The Triangle Tribune

Durham housing initiative will support families during cancer treatment

The Triangle Tribune reported September 2 that the HEADstrong Foundation is bringing Nick’s House Village to Durham.

Three homes on West Wilson Street will accommodate as many as six families at a time. Lodging will be provided at no cost to patients and caregivers traveling to the Triangle for treatment at Duke Cancer Center, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and other facilities.

The program addresses a significant but sometimes overlooked health-care expense: the cost of temporary housing during extended treatment.

Read “Nick’s House Village Expands to Durham” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU professor raises questions after Raleigh hanging death

Triangle Tribune reporter Kylie Marsh examined the community response to the death of a Black man found hanging from a tree in Raleigh. Police classified the death as a suicide.

Christopher Edwards, an adjunct psychology professor at North Carolina Central University, questioned that conclusion and argued that the circumstances warranted close forensic scrutiny. The September 2 story placed the local case within broader concerns about several hanging deaths involving Black people across the South.

The professor’s statements are his analysis, while the official Raleigh Police Department determination remained suicide at the time of publication.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s report on questions surrounding the Raleigh death.⁠

North Carolina students post academic gains

In a September 3 story by WUNC education reporter Liz Schlemmer, The Triangle Tribune highlighted statewide results showing academic improvement across nearly all student groups.

The results offer an important starting point for evaluating North Carolina’s educational recovery and identifying where racial, economic and geographic achievement gaps remain.

Read “NC Students Posted Significant Gains Across Nearly All Groups” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Labor Day commentary celebrates African American workers

April Mial reflected on the history and economic influence of Black workers in a September 3 commentary for The Triangle Tribune.

Mial connected the uncompensated labor of slavery, the restrictions of sharecropping and domestic work, and the advancement of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. She also emphasized investing, business ownership, wealth creation and opening doors for future generations.

Read “Celebrating the Power of African American Workers” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Tribune honors the legacy of HBCU football coach Rod Broadway

Sports editor Bonitta Best profiled coaching legend Rod Broadway on September 3.

Broadway recorded a 125-45 record during his head-coaching career at North Carolina Central, Grambling State and North Carolina A&T. The North Carolina native is the only coach to win Black college national championships at three institutions.

Read “Rod Broadway Is the Epitome of a Coaching Legend” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU and Shaw earn early-season football victories

The Triangle Tribune reported September 5 that North Carolina Central defeated Elizabeth City State 27-6 at O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium. Freshman quarterback Nelson Layne completed 12 of 18 passes for two touchdowns.

Shaw University also earned a 23-13 victory over Barton College. Trey Thorpe led the Bears with 114 rushing yards as Shaw scored 13 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s NCCU and Shaw football recap.⁠

Why These Headlines Matter

This week’s coverage shows the range and value of North Carolina’s Black press. The stories connect major institutional decisions to neighborhood health care, examine public safety through historical and cultural context, celebrate Black academic achievement and keep HBCU athletics at the center of the regional sports conversation.

Readers are encouraged to visit the original reports, subscribe to local Black newspapers and support the journalists documenting Raleigh, Durham and the wider Triangle.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

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Top Headlines From The Carolinian and Triangle Tribune – Aug. 31–Sept. 6th

Black-owned and Black-focused newspapers continue to provide essential reporting about the people, institutions and issues shaping Raleigh, Durham and communities throughout North Carolina.

This week’s Black press roundup covers a proposed health system combination, support for families seeking cancer treatment, concerns about school meals, Black history, community safety and the opening weeks of HBCU football.

Top Stories From The Carolinian

WakeMed explains proposed combination with Atrium Health

In a contributed article published September 5, WakeMed outlined its case for joining Atrium Health while remaining a locally governed nonprofit organization.

WakeMed said the agreement would bring a proposed $2 billion investment to its facilities, including the Raleigh campus on New Bern Avenue. The organization also said it would expand financial assistance and access to specialty, virtual and community-based care.

Wake County commissioners must approve amendments to two governing documents before the combination can move forward. Because this article was written by WakeMed, readers should view it as the health system’s explanation of the proposal rather than independent reporting.

Read “WakeMed & Atrium Health – What’s Driving The Strategic Combination” in The Carolinian.⁠

SNAP reductions could threaten free school meals

The Carolinian republished an NC Newsline report on September 4 examining how federal SNAP reductions could affect children who receive free breakfast and lunch at school.

Some students automatically qualify for school meals through participation in SNAP or Medicaid. SNAP enrollment also helps determine whether schools can offer free meals to every student through the federal Community Eligibility Provision.

The potential consequences extend beyond food assistance. Hunger can affect attendance, concentration, health and classroom performance, making the issue particularly important for North Carolina families and school districts.

Read “SNAP Cuts Could Cost NC Kids Free School Meals” in The Carolinian.⁠

Peer ministers provide counseling inside North Carolina prisons

A September 6 report from NC Health News, published by The Carolinian, explored a program that trains incarcerated people to provide peer counseling, spiritual guidance, grief support and mentorship.

More than 80 men have graduated from the North Carolina Field Minister Program, and over 60 are serving at 16 prisons. A cohort of women is also completing the program at the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women.

Participants earn bachelor’s degrees in pastoral ministry and receive training designed to help them support people experiencing addiction, isolation, family separation and mental-health crises.

Read “Peer Support Brings Faith and Counseling To NC Prisons” in The Carolinian.⁠

Elbert Cox’s Raleigh connection receives renewed attention

Carolinian staff writer Jordan Meadows profiled pioneering mathematician Elbert Frank Cox on September 6.

Cox joined Shaw University’s faculty in Raleigh in 1919 before pursuing graduate study at Cornell University. In 1925, he became the first Black person known to earn a doctorate in mathematics.

The story connects an international academic milestone to Raleigh’s HBCU legacy and the educators who created opportunities for Black scholars despite segregation and discrimination.

Read “Outnumbered: Elbert Cox’s Equation for Greatness” in The Carolinian.⁠

National pickleball championships bring visitors to Cary

The Carolinian reported September 3 that more than 1,400 players were participating in the inaugural Veolia Pickleball National Championships at Cary Tennis Park.

The August 31–September 6 tournament combined professional matches, amateur competition and community activities. Organizers expected thousands of spectators, creating potential benefits for Triangle hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

Read The Carolinian’s report on the Veolia Pickleball National Championships.⁠

Top Stories From The Triangle Tribune

Durham housing initiative will support families during cancer treatment

The Triangle Tribune reported September 2 that the HEADstrong Foundation is bringing Nick’s House Village to Durham.

Three homes on West Wilson Street will accommodate as many as six families at a time. Lodging will be provided at no cost to patients and caregivers traveling to the Triangle for treatment at Duke Cancer Center, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and other facilities.

The program addresses a significant but sometimes overlooked health-care expense: the cost of temporary housing during extended treatment.

Read “Nick’s House Village Expands to Durham” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU professor raises questions after Raleigh hanging death

Triangle Tribune reporter Kylie Marsh examined the community response to the death of a Black man found hanging from a tree in Raleigh. Police classified the death as a suicide.

Christopher Edwards, an adjunct psychology professor at North Carolina Central University, questioned that conclusion and argued that the circumstances warranted close forensic scrutiny. The September 2 story placed the local case within broader concerns about several hanging deaths involving Black people across the South.

The professor’s statements are his analysis, while the official Raleigh Police Department determination remained suicide at the time of publication.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s report on questions surrounding the Raleigh death.⁠

North Carolina students post academic gains

In a September 3 story by WUNC education reporter Liz Schlemmer, The Triangle Tribune highlighted statewide results showing academic improvement across nearly all student groups.

The results offer an important starting point for evaluating North Carolina’s educational recovery and identifying where racial, economic and geographic achievement gaps remain.

Read “NC Students Posted Significant Gains Across Nearly All Groups” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Labor Day commentary celebrates African American workers

April Mial reflected on the history and economic influence of Black workers in a September 3 commentary for The Triangle Tribune.

Mial connected the uncompensated labor of slavery, the restrictions of sharecropping and domestic work, and the advancement of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. She also emphasized investing, business ownership, wealth creation and opening doors for future generations.

Read “Celebrating the Power of African American Workers” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Tribune honors the legacy of HBCU football coach Rod Broadway

Sports editor Bonitta Best profiled coaching legend Rod Broadway on September 3.

Broadway recorded a 125-45 record during his head-coaching career at North Carolina Central, Grambling State and North Carolina A&T. The North Carolina native is the only coach to win Black college national championships at three institutions.

Read “Rod Broadway Is the Epitome of a Coaching Legend” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU and Shaw earn early-season football victories

The Triangle Tribune reported September 5 that North Carolina Central defeated Elizabeth City State 27-6 at O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium. Freshman quarterback Nelson Layne completed 12 of 18 passes for two touchdowns.

Shaw University also earned a 23-13 victory over Barton College. Trey Thorpe led the Bears with 114 rushing yards as Shaw scored 13 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s NCCU and Shaw football recap.⁠

Why These Headlines Matter

This week’s coverage shows the range and value of North Carolina’s Black press. The stories connect major institutional decisions to neighborhood health care, examine public safety through historical and cultural context, celebrate Black academic achievement and keep HBCU athletics at the center of the regional sports conversation.

Readers are encouraged to visit the original reports, subscribe to local Black newspapers and support the journalists documenting Raleigh, Durham and the wider Triangle.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

Published by Bryan Tomlinson | BTDesigns.pro |

Top Headlines From The Carolinian and Triangle Tribune – Aug. 31–Sept. 6th

Black-owned and Black-focused newspapers continue to provide essential reporting about the people, institutions and issues shaping Raleigh, Durham and communities throughout North Carolina.

This week’s Black press roundup covers a proposed health system combination, support for families seeking cancer treatment, concerns about school meals, Black history, community safety and the opening weeks of HBCU football.

Top Stories From The Carolinian

WakeMed explains proposed combination with Atrium Health

In a contributed article published September 5, WakeMed outlined its case for joining Atrium Health while remaining a locally governed nonprofit organization.

WakeMed said the agreement would bring a proposed $2 billion investment to its facilities, including the Raleigh campus on New Bern Avenue. The organization also said it would expand financial assistance and access to specialty, virtual and community-based care.

Wake County commissioners must approve amendments to two governing documents before the combination can move forward. Because this article was written by WakeMed, readers should view it as the health system’s explanation of the proposal rather than independent reporting.

Read “WakeMed & Atrium Health – What’s Driving The Strategic Combination” in The Carolinian.⁠

SNAP reductions could threaten free school meals

The Carolinian republished an NC Newsline report on September 4 examining how federal SNAP reductions could affect children who receive free breakfast and lunch at school.

Some students automatically qualify for school meals through participation in SNAP or Medicaid. SNAP enrollment also helps determine whether schools can offer free meals to every student through the federal Community Eligibility Provision.

The potential consequences extend beyond food assistance. Hunger can affect attendance, concentration, health and classroom performance, making the issue particularly important for North Carolina families and school districts.

Read “SNAP Cuts Could Cost NC Kids Free School Meals” in The Carolinian.⁠

Peer ministers provide counseling inside North Carolina prisons

A September 6 report from NC Health News, published by The Carolinian, explored a program that trains incarcerated people to provide peer counseling, spiritual guidance, grief support and mentorship.

More than 80 men have graduated from the North Carolina Field Minister Program, and over 60 are serving at 16 prisons. A cohort of women is also completing the program at the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women.

Participants earn bachelor’s degrees in pastoral ministry and receive training designed to help them support people experiencing addiction, isolation, family separation and mental-health crises.

Read “Peer Support Brings Faith and Counseling To NC Prisons” in The Carolinian.⁠

Elbert Cox’s Raleigh connection receives renewed attention

Carolinian staff writer Jordan Meadows profiled pioneering mathematician Elbert Frank Cox on September 6.

Cox joined Shaw University’s faculty in Raleigh in 1919 before pursuing graduate study at Cornell University. In 1925, he became the first Black person known to earn a doctorate in mathematics.

The story connects an international academic milestone to Raleigh’s HBCU legacy and the educators who created opportunities for Black scholars despite segregation and discrimination.

Read “Outnumbered: Elbert Cox’s Equation for Greatness” in The Carolinian.⁠

National pickleball championships bring visitors to Cary

The Carolinian reported September 3 that more than 1,400 players were participating in the inaugural Veolia Pickleball National Championships at Cary Tennis Park.

The August 31–September 6 tournament combined professional matches, amateur competition and community activities. Organizers expected thousands of spectators, creating potential benefits for Triangle hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

Read The Carolinian’s report on the Veolia Pickleball National Championships.⁠

Top Stories From The Triangle Tribune

Durham housing initiative will support families during cancer treatment

The Triangle Tribune reported September 2 that the HEADstrong Foundation is bringing Nick’s House Village to Durham.

Three homes on West Wilson Street will accommodate as many as six families at a time. Lodging will be provided at no cost to patients and caregivers traveling to the Triangle for treatment at Duke Cancer Center, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and other facilities.

The program addresses a significant but sometimes overlooked health-care expense: the cost of temporary housing during extended treatment.

Read “Nick’s House Village Expands to Durham” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU professor raises questions after Raleigh hanging death

Triangle Tribune reporter Kylie Marsh examined the community response to the death of a Black man found hanging from a tree in Raleigh. Police classified the death as a suicide.

Christopher Edwards, an adjunct psychology professor at North Carolina Central University, questioned that conclusion and argued that the circumstances warranted close forensic scrutiny. The September 2 story placed the local case within broader concerns about several hanging deaths involving Black people across the South.

The professor’s statements are his analysis, while the official Raleigh Police Department determination remained suicide at the time of publication.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s report on questions surrounding the Raleigh death.⁠

North Carolina students post academic gains

In a September 3 story by WUNC education reporter Liz Schlemmer, The Triangle Tribune highlighted statewide results showing academic improvement across nearly all student groups.

The results offer an important starting point for evaluating North Carolina’s educational recovery and identifying where racial, economic and geographic achievement gaps remain.

Read “NC Students Posted Significant Gains Across Nearly All Groups” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Labor Day commentary celebrates African American workers

April Mial reflected on the history and economic influence of Black workers in a September 3 commentary for The Triangle Tribune.

Mial connected the uncompensated labor of slavery, the restrictions of sharecropping and domestic work, and the advancement of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. She also emphasized investing, business ownership, wealth creation and opening doors for future generations.

Read “Celebrating the Power of African American Workers” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Tribune honors the legacy of HBCU football coach Rod Broadway

Sports editor Bonitta Best profiled coaching legend Rod Broadway on September 3.

Broadway recorded a 125-45 record during his head-coaching career at North Carolina Central, Grambling State and North Carolina A&T. The North Carolina native is the only coach to win Black college national championships at three institutions.

Read “Rod Broadway Is the Epitome of a Coaching Legend” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU and Shaw earn early-season football victories

The Triangle Tribune reported September 5 that North Carolina Central defeated Elizabeth City State 27-6 at O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium. Freshman quarterback Nelson Layne completed 12 of 18 passes for two touchdowns.

Shaw University also earned a 23-13 victory over Barton College. Trey Thorpe led the Bears with 114 rushing yards as Shaw scored 13 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s NCCU and Shaw football recap.⁠

Why These Headlines Matter

This week’s coverage shows the range and value of North Carolina’s Black press. The stories connect major institutional decisions to neighborhood health care, examine public safety through historical and cultural context, celebrate Black academic achievement and keep HBCU athletics at the center of the regional sports conversation.

Readers are encouraged to visit the original reports, subscribe to local Black newspapers and support the journalists documenting Raleigh, Durham and the wider Triangle.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

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Top Headlines From The Carolinian and Triangle Tribune – Aug. 31–Sept. 6th

Black-owned and Black-focused newspapers continue to provide essential reporting about the people, institutions and issues shaping Raleigh, Durham and communities throughout North Carolina.

This week’s Black press roundup covers a proposed health system combination, support for families seeking cancer treatment, concerns about school meals, Black history, community safety and the opening weeks of HBCU football.

Top Stories From The Carolinian

WakeMed explains proposed combination with Atrium Health

In a contributed article published September 5, WakeMed outlined its case for joining Atrium Health while remaining a locally governed nonprofit organization.

WakeMed said the agreement would bring a proposed $2 billion investment to its facilities, including the Raleigh campus on New Bern Avenue. The organization also said it would expand financial assistance and access to specialty, virtual and community-based care.

Wake County commissioners must approve amendments to two governing documents before the combination can move forward. Because this article was written by WakeMed, readers should view it as the health system’s explanation of the proposal rather than independent reporting.

Read “WakeMed & Atrium Health – What’s Driving The Strategic Combination” in The Carolinian.⁠

SNAP reductions could threaten free school meals

The Carolinian republished an NC Newsline report on September 4 examining how federal SNAP reductions could affect children who receive free breakfast and lunch at school.

Some students automatically qualify for school meals through participation in SNAP or Medicaid. SNAP enrollment also helps determine whether schools can offer free meals to every student through the federal Community Eligibility Provision.

The potential consequences extend beyond food assistance. Hunger can affect attendance, concentration, health and classroom performance, making the issue particularly important for North Carolina families and school districts.

Read “SNAP Cuts Could Cost NC Kids Free School Meals” in The Carolinian.⁠

Peer ministers provide counseling inside North Carolina prisons

A September 6 report from NC Health News, published by The Carolinian, explored a program that trains incarcerated people to provide peer counseling, spiritual guidance, grief support and mentorship.

More than 80 men have graduated from the North Carolina Field Minister Program, and over 60 are serving at 16 prisons. A cohort of women is also completing the program at the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women.

Participants earn bachelor’s degrees in pastoral ministry and receive training designed to help them support people experiencing addiction, isolation, family separation and mental-health crises.

Read “Peer Support Brings Faith and Counseling To NC Prisons” in The Carolinian.⁠

Elbert Cox’s Raleigh connection receives renewed attention

Carolinian staff writer Jordan Meadows profiled pioneering mathematician Elbert Frank Cox on September 6.

Cox joined Shaw University’s faculty in Raleigh in 1919 before pursuing graduate study at Cornell University. In 1925, he became the first Black person known to earn a doctorate in mathematics.

The story connects an international academic milestone to Raleigh’s HBCU legacy and the educators who created opportunities for Black scholars despite segregation and discrimination.

Read “Outnumbered: Elbert Cox’s Equation for Greatness” in The Carolinian.⁠

National pickleball championships bring visitors to Cary

The Carolinian reported September 3 that more than 1,400 players were participating in the inaugural Veolia Pickleball National Championships at Cary Tennis Park.

The August 31–September 6 tournament combined professional matches, amateur competition and community activities. Organizers expected thousands of spectators, creating potential benefits for Triangle hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

Read The Carolinian’s report on the Veolia Pickleball National Championships.⁠

Top Stories From The Triangle Tribune

Durham housing initiative will support families during cancer treatment

The Triangle Tribune reported September 2 that the HEADstrong Foundation is bringing Nick’s House Village to Durham.

Three homes on West Wilson Street will accommodate as many as six families at a time. Lodging will be provided at no cost to patients and caregivers traveling to the Triangle for treatment at Duke Cancer Center, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and other facilities.

The program addresses a significant but sometimes overlooked health-care expense: the cost of temporary housing during extended treatment.

Read “Nick’s House Village Expands to Durham” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU professor raises questions after Raleigh hanging death

Triangle Tribune reporter Kylie Marsh examined the community response to the death of a Black man found hanging from a tree in Raleigh. Police classified the death as a suicide.

Christopher Edwards, an adjunct psychology professor at North Carolina Central University, questioned that conclusion and argued that the circumstances warranted close forensic scrutiny. The September 2 story placed the local case within broader concerns about several hanging deaths involving Black people across the South.

The professor’s statements are his analysis, while the official Raleigh Police Department determination remained suicide at the time of publication.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s report on questions surrounding the Raleigh death.⁠

North Carolina students post academic gains

In a September 3 story by WUNC education reporter Liz Schlemmer, The Triangle Tribune highlighted statewide results showing academic improvement across nearly all student groups.

The results offer an important starting point for evaluating North Carolina’s educational recovery and identifying where racial, economic and geographic achievement gaps remain.

Read “NC Students Posted Significant Gains Across Nearly All Groups” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Labor Day commentary celebrates African American workers

April Mial reflected on the history and economic influence of Black workers in a September 3 commentary for The Triangle Tribune.

Mial connected the uncompensated labor of slavery, the restrictions of sharecropping and domestic work, and the advancement of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. She also emphasized investing, business ownership, wealth creation and opening doors for future generations.

Read “Celebrating the Power of African American Workers” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Tribune honors the legacy of HBCU football coach Rod Broadway

Sports editor Bonitta Best profiled coaching legend Rod Broadway on September 3.

Broadway recorded a 125-45 record during his head-coaching career at North Carolina Central, Grambling State and North Carolina A&T. The North Carolina native is the only coach to win Black college national championships at three institutions.

Read “Rod Broadway Is the Epitome of a Coaching Legend” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU and Shaw earn early-season football victories

The Triangle Tribune reported September 5 that North Carolina Central defeated Elizabeth City State 27-6 at O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium. Freshman quarterback Nelson Layne completed 12 of 18 passes for two touchdowns.

Shaw University also earned a 23-13 victory over Barton College. Trey Thorpe led the Bears with 114 rushing yards as Shaw scored 13 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s NCCU and Shaw football recap.⁠

Why These Headlines Matter

This week’s coverage shows the range and value of North Carolina’s Black press. The stories connect major institutional decisions to neighborhood health care, examine public safety through historical and cultural context, celebrate Black academic achievement and keep HBCU athletics at the center of the regional sports conversation.

Readers are encouraged to visit the original reports, subscribe to local Black newspapers and support the journalists documenting Raleigh, Durham and the wider Triangle.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

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Top Headlines From The Carolinian and Triangle Tribune – Aug. 31–Sept. 6th

Black-owned and Black-focused newspapers continue to provide essential reporting about the people, institutions and issues shaping Raleigh, Durham and communities throughout North Carolina.

This week’s Black press roundup covers a proposed health system combination, support for families seeking cancer treatment, concerns about school meals, Black history, community safety and the opening weeks of HBCU football.

Top Stories From The Carolinian

WakeMed explains proposed combination with Atrium Health

In a contributed article published September 5, WakeMed outlined its case for joining Atrium Health while remaining a locally governed nonprofit organization.

WakeMed said the agreement would bring a proposed $2 billion investment to its facilities, including the Raleigh campus on New Bern Avenue. The organization also said it would expand financial assistance and access to specialty, virtual and community-based care.

Wake County commissioners must approve amendments to two governing documents before the combination can move forward. Because this article was written by WakeMed, readers should view it as the health system’s explanation of the proposal rather than independent reporting.

Read “WakeMed & Atrium Health – What’s Driving The Strategic Combination” in The Carolinian.⁠

SNAP reductions could threaten free school meals

The Carolinian republished an NC Newsline report on September 4 examining how federal SNAP reductions could affect children who receive free breakfast and lunch at school.

Some students automatically qualify for school meals through participation in SNAP or Medicaid. SNAP enrollment also helps determine whether schools can offer free meals to every student through the federal Community Eligibility Provision.

The potential consequences extend beyond food assistance. Hunger can affect attendance, concentration, health and classroom performance, making the issue particularly important for North Carolina families and school districts.

Read “SNAP Cuts Could Cost NC Kids Free School Meals” in The Carolinian.⁠

Peer ministers provide counseling inside North Carolina prisons

A September 6 report from NC Health News, published by The Carolinian, explored a program that trains incarcerated people to provide peer counseling, spiritual guidance, grief support and mentorship.

More than 80 men have graduated from the North Carolina Field Minister Program, and over 60 are serving at 16 prisons. A cohort of women is also completing the program at the North Carolina Correctional Institution for Women.

Participants earn bachelor’s degrees in pastoral ministry and receive training designed to help them support people experiencing addiction, isolation, family separation and mental-health crises.

Read “Peer Support Brings Faith and Counseling To NC Prisons” in The Carolinian.⁠

Elbert Cox’s Raleigh connection receives renewed attention

Carolinian staff writer Jordan Meadows profiled pioneering mathematician Elbert Frank Cox on September 6.

Cox joined Shaw University’s faculty in Raleigh in 1919 before pursuing graduate study at Cornell University. In 1925, he became the first Black person known to earn a doctorate in mathematics.

The story connects an international academic milestone to Raleigh’s HBCU legacy and the educators who created opportunities for Black scholars despite segregation and discrimination.

Read “Outnumbered: Elbert Cox’s Equation for Greatness” in The Carolinian.⁠

National pickleball championships bring visitors to Cary

The Carolinian reported September 3 that more than 1,400 players were participating in the inaugural Veolia Pickleball National Championships at Cary Tennis Park.

The August 31–September 6 tournament combined professional matches, amateur competition and community activities. Organizers expected thousands of spectators, creating potential benefits for Triangle hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

Read The Carolinian’s report on the Veolia Pickleball National Championships.⁠

Top Stories From The Triangle Tribune

Durham housing initiative will support families during cancer treatment

The Triangle Tribune reported September 2 that the HEADstrong Foundation is bringing Nick’s House Village to Durham.

Three homes on West Wilson Street will accommodate as many as six families at a time. Lodging will be provided at no cost to patients and caregivers traveling to the Triangle for treatment at Duke Cancer Center, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center and other facilities.

The program addresses a significant but sometimes overlooked health-care expense: the cost of temporary housing during extended treatment.

Read “Nick’s House Village Expands to Durham” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU professor raises questions after Raleigh hanging death

Triangle Tribune reporter Kylie Marsh examined the community response to the death of a Black man found hanging from a tree in Raleigh. Police classified the death as a suicide.

Christopher Edwards, an adjunct psychology professor at North Carolina Central University, questioned that conclusion and argued that the circumstances warranted close forensic scrutiny. The September 2 story placed the local case within broader concerns about several hanging deaths involving Black people across the South.

The professor’s statements are his analysis, while the official Raleigh Police Department determination remained suicide at the time of publication.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s report on questions surrounding the Raleigh death.⁠

North Carolina students post academic gains

In a September 3 story by WUNC education reporter Liz Schlemmer, The Triangle Tribune highlighted statewide results showing academic improvement across nearly all student groups.

The results offer an important starting point for evaluating North Carolina’s educational recovery and identifying where racial, economic and geographic achievement gaps remain.

Read “NC Students Posted Significant Gains Across Nearly All Groups” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Labor Day commentary celebrates African American workers

April Mial reflected on the history and economic influence of Black workers in a September 3 commentary for The Triangle Tribune.

Mial connected the uncompensated labor of slavery, the restrictions of sharecropping and domestic work, and the advancement of Black professionals and entrepreneurs. She also emphasized investing, business ownership, wealth creation and opening doors for future generations.

Read “Celebrating the Power of African American Workers” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

Tribune honors the legacy of HBCU football coach Rod Broadway

Sports editor Bonitta Best profiled coaching legend Rod Broadway on September 3.

Broadway recorded a 125-45 record during his head-coaching career at North Carolina Central, Grambling State and North Carolina A&T. The North Carolina native is the only coach to win Black college national championships at three institutions.

Read “Rod Broadway Is the Epitome of a Coaching Legend” in The Triangle Tribune.⁠

NCCU and Shaw earn early-season football victories

The Triangle Tribune reported September 5 that North Carolina Central defeated Elizabeth City State 27-6 at O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium. Freshman quarterback Nelson Layne completed 12 of 18 passes for two touchdowns.

Shaw University also earned a 23-13 victory over Barton College. Trey Thorpe led the Bears with 114 rushing yards as Shaw scored 13 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.

Read The Triangle Tribune’s NCCU and Shaw football recap.⁠

Why These Headlines Matter

This week’s coverage shows the range and value of North Carolina’s Black press. The stories connect major institutional decisions to neighborhood health care, examine public safety through historical and cultural context, celebrate Black academic achievement and keep HBCU athletics at the center of the regional sports conversation.

Readers are encouraged to visit the original reports, subscribe to local Black newspapers and support the journalists documenting Raleigh, Durham and the wider Triangle.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

Published by Bryan Tomlinson | BTDesigns.pro |

Triangle Event Guide Wednesday August 19th Edition

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Pittsboro and Hillsborough? The Wednesday Triangle Event Guide features free family activities, live music, outdoor fitness, dancing, trivia, craft nights, open mics and community events happening across the region on August 19, 2026.

Whether you want to enjoy a free movie with the kids, learn line dancing, shop at a pay-what-you-can farm stand or wind down with live music, there is something for nearly everyone.

Morning and Afternoon Events

Free Kids’ Movie: “Trolls”

Families can enjoy a free showing of the animated movie “Trolls” at Triangle Cinemas on Six Forks Road.

• Time: 10 a.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks, Raleigh

Durham Rescue Mission Back-to-School Party

Durham Rescue Mission will help local families prepare for the new school year with free school supplies, lunch, groceries and additional resources.

• Time: 11 a.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Durham Rescue Mission

Board Game Night

Spend the afternoon and evening playing board games with friends and other local gamers at Gizmo Brew Works.

• Time: Noon–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Market Bunch Kids’ Activities

Bring the children to the Carrboro Farmers’ Market for an afternoon of family-friendly activities.

• Time: 3–6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Carrboro Farmers’ Market

Line Dancing Classes

Learn new steps and enjoy an afternoon line-dancing class at Compass Rose Brewery.

• Time: 3:30–4:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh

Early Evening Events

“Pay What You Can” Farm Stand

Shop for fresh, locally grown produce while supporting Raleigh City Farm’s community-focused mission.

• Time: 4–7 p.m.
• Cost: Pay what you can
• Location: Raleigh City Farm

Wine Down Wednesday

Relax with live music and wine specials at La Vita Dolce in Southern Village.

• Time: 5–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free admission
• Location: La Vita Dolce at Southern Village

Free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park

Try acro yoga or connect with other local practitioners during this free outdoor gathering.

• Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Pullen Park, Raleigh

Summer Vibes Music Series

Enjoy a summer evening of live music in the park.

• Time: 6–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: North Cary Park

Durham Beer and Banjos

Head to Old Mill Farm for a laid-back evening featuring beer, banjo music and a welcoming community atmosphere.

• Time: 6–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Old Mill Farm, Durham

WUNC’s Pints & Politics

Join WUNC for a community conversation about politics and current issues over drinks in Pittsboro.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: bmc brewing, Pittsboro

Wine + Weed

Learn about plants, weeds and farming during this educational gathering at Raleigh City Farm.

• Time: 6–7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh City Farm

Play Chess with the Durham Chess Club

Chess players of all ages and experience levels are invited to participate.

• Time: 6–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Durham Food Hall

Bring Your Own Craft Night

Bring a current craft project and enjoy a creative evening with other makers.

• Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride

Cyclists can join Crank Arm Brewing for its weekly group ride through Durham.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Crank Arm Brewing, Durham

Wednesday Night Events

Bluegrass Jam

Musicians and bluegrass fans can gather for a pay-what-you-can jam session at Sonark Farms. The listed end time should be confirmed with the venue before attending.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Pay what you can
• Location: Sonark Farms, Hillsborough

Freshly Brewed Poems Open Mic

Poets and spoken-word performers can take the stage during Tap Yard’s third-Wednesday open mic.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Tap Yard, Raleigh

Dog-Themed Bingo Night

Enjoy a playful dog-themed edition of bingo at Ment Beverage Co.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Ment Beverage Co., Durham

Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam

Bring a drum, hula hoop or simply enjoy the rhythm at this community gathering.

• Time: 7–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Pullen Park, Raleigh

Ballroom Dancing Social

Practice your ballroom dancing skills during an affordable social hosted by Pullen Dance.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: $5
• Location: Pullen Community Center, Raleigh

Wednesday Local Artist Sessions

Discover local performers during a full evening of music at Speakeasy.

• Time: 7–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night

Bring your knitting, crochet or other portable craft project for a casual community craft night.

• Time: 7–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

DSSOLVR Durham Bingo Night

Test your luck during Wednesday night bingo at DSSOLVR Durham.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: DSSOLVR Durham

Trivia Night

Gather a team and test your knowledge at Raleigh Beer Garden.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh Beer Garden

Salsa Night

Learn salsa basics before joining the social dance floor at KōMANA Brewing Company.

• Time: 7:30–11:30 p.m.
• Cost: $10
• Location: KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary

Live Music with Kimi Carter

Catch a live Wednesday night performance from Kimi Carter at Slims.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Cost: $5
• Location: Slims, Raleigh

Weekly Skee-Ball Tournament

Compete in Boxcar Durham’s weekly skee-ball tournament or stop by to watch the action.

• Time: 8–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

City Soul Cafe Open Mic

Local singers, musicians, poets and performers can share their talents during this late-night open mic.

• Time: 8–11 p.m.
• Cost: $10
• Location: Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge, Raleigh

Open Mic Night

Enjoy an evening of local performances at Abbey Road in Cary.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Abbey Road, Cary

Beer Pong Tournament

Finish the night with a free beer pong tournament in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 8:30–11 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

Plan Your Wednesday in the Triangle

Wednesday’s lineup offers plenty of affordable ways to explore the Triangle. Most events are free, with options ranging from children’s activities and school-supply giveaways to live music, dancing, trivia and outdoor recreation.

Event schedules and availability may change. Confirm details, registration requirements and age restrictions with the organizer or venue before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh, including daily event guides, weekend activities, local news and community happenings throughout the Triangle.

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Triangle Event Guide Wednesday August 19th Edition

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Pittsboro and Hillsborough? The Wednesday Triangle Event Guide features free family activities, live music, outdoor fitness, dancing, trivia, craft nights, open mics and community events happening across the region on August 19, 2026.

Whether you want to enjoy a free movie with the kids, learn line dancing, shop at a pay-what-you-can farm stand or wind down with live music, there is something for nearly everyone.

Morning and Afternoon Events

Free Kids’ Movie: “Trolls”

Families can enjoy a free showing of the animated movie “Trolls” at Triangle Cinemas on Six Forks Road.

• Time: 10 a.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks, Raleigh

Durham Rescue Mission Back-to-School Party

Durham Rescue Mission will help local families prepare for the new school year with free school supplies, lunch, groceries and additional resources.

• Time: 11 a.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Durham Rescue Mission

Board Game Night

Spend the afternoon and evening playing board games with friends and other local gamers at Gizmo Brew Works.

• Time: Noon–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Market Bunch Kids’ Activities

Bring the children to the Carrboro Farmers’ Market for an afternoon of family-friendly activities.

• Time: 3–6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Carrboro Farmers’ Market

Line Dancing Classes

Learn new steps and enjoy an afternoon line-dancing class at Compass Rose Brewery.

• Time: 3:30–4:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh

Early Evening Events

“Pay What You Can” Farm Stand

Shop for fresh, locally grown produce while supporting Raleigh City Farm’s community-focused mission.

• Time: 4–7 p.m.
• Cost: Pay what you can
• Location: Raleigh City Farm

Wine Down Wednesday

Relax with live music and wine specials at La Vita Dolce in Southern Village.

• Time: 5–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free admission
• Location: La Vita Dolce at Southern Village

Free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park

Try acro yoga or connect with other local practitioners during this free outdoor gathering.

• Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Pullen Park, Raleigh

Summer Vibes Music Series

Enjoy a summer evening of live music in the park.

• Time: 6–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: North Cary Park

Durham Beer and Banjos

Head to Old Mill Farm for a laid-back evening featuring beer, banjo music and a welcoming community atmosphere.

• Time: 6–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Old Mill Farm, Durham

WUNC’s Pints & Politics

Join WUNC for a community conversation about politics and current issues over drinks in Pittsboro.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: bmc brewing, Pittsboro

Wine + Weed

Learn about plants, weeds and farming during this educational gathering at Raleigh City Farm.

• Time: 6–7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh City Farm

Play Chess with the Durham Chess Club

Chess players of all ages and experience levels are invited to participate.

• Time: 6–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Durham Food Hall

Bring Your Own Craft Night

Bring a current craft project and enjoy a creative evening with other makers.

• Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride

Cyclists can join Crank Arm Brewing for its weekly group ride through Durham.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Crank Arm Brewing, Durham

Wednesday Night Events

Bluegrass Jam

Musicians and bluegrass fans can gather for a pay-what-you-can jam session at Sonark Farms. The listed end time should be confirmed with the venue before attending.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Pay what you can
• Location: Sonark Farms, Hillsborough

Freshly Brewed Poems Open Mic

Poets and spoken-word performers can take the stage during Tap Yard’s third-Wednesday open mic.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Tap Yard, Raleigh

Dog-Themed Bingo Night

Enjoy a playful dog-themed edition of bingo at Ment Beverage Co.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Ment Beverage Co., Durham

Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam

Bring a drum, hula hoop or simply enjoy the rhythm at this community gathering.

• Time: 7–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Pullen Park, Raleigh

Ballroom Dancing Social

Practice your ballroom dancing skills during an affordable social hosted by Pullen Dance.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: $5
• Location: Pullen Community Center, Raleigh

Wednesday Local Artist Sessions

Discover local performers during a full evening of music at Speakeasy.

• Time: 7–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night

Bring your knitting, crochet or other portable craft project for a casual community craft night.

• Time: 7–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

DSSOLVR Durham Bingo Night

Test your luck during Wednesday night bingo at DSSOLVR Durham.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: DSSOLVR Durham

Trivia Night

Gather a team and test your knowledge at Raleigh Beer Garden.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh Beer Garden

Salsa Night

Learn salsa basics before joining the social dance floor at KōMANA Brewing Company.

• Time: 7:30–11:30 p.m.
• Cost: $10
• Location: KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary

Live Music with Kimi Carter

Catch a live Wednesday night performance from Kimi Carter at Slims.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Cost: $5
• Location: Slims, Raleigh

Weekly Skee-Ball Tournament

Compete in Boxcar Durham’s weekly skee-ball tournament or stop by to watch the action.

• Time: 8–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

City Soul Cafe Open Mic

Local singers, musicians, poets and performers can share their talents during this late-night open mic.

• Time: 8–11 p.m.
• Cost: $10
• Location: Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge, Raleigh

Open Mic Night

Enjoy an evening of local performances at Abbey Road in Cary.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Abbey Road, Cary

Beer Pong Tournament

Finish the night with a free beer pong tournament in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 8:30–11 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

Plan Your Wednesday in the Triangle

Wednesday’s lineup offers plenty of affordable ways to explore the Triangle. Most events are free, with options ranging from children’s activities and school-supply giveaways to live music, dancing, trivia and outdoor recreation.

Event schedules and availability may change. Confirm details, registration requirements and age restrictions with the organizer or venue before attending.

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Triangle Event Guide Wednesday August 19th Edition

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Carrboro, Pittsboro and Hillsborough? The Wednesday Triangle Event Guide features free family activities, live music, outdoor fitness, dancing, trivia, craft nights, open mics and community events happening across the region on August 19, 2026.

Whether you want to enjoy a free movie with the kids, learn line dancing, shop at a pay-what-you-can farm stand or wind down with live music, there is something for nearly everyone.

Morning and Afternoon Events

Free Kids’ Movie: “Trolls”

Families can enjoy a free showing of the animated movie “Trolls” at Triangle Cinemas on Six Forks Road.

• Time: 10 a.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks, Raleigh

Durham Rescue Mission Back-to-School Party

Durham Rescue Mission will help local families prepare for the new school year with free school supplies, lunch, groceries and additional resources.

• Time: 11 a.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Durham Rescue Mission

Board Game Night

Spend the afternoon and evening playing board games with friends and other local gamers at Gizmo Brew Works.

• Time: Noon–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Market Bunch Kids’ Activities

Bring the children to the Carrboro Farmers’ Market for an afternoon of family-friendly activities.

• Time: 3–6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Carrboro Farmers’ Market

Line Dancing Classes

Learn new steps and enjoy an afternoon line-dancing class at Compass Rose Brewery.

• Time: 3:30–4:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh

Early Evening Events

“Pay What You Can” Farm Stand

Shop for fresh, locally grown produce while supporting Raleigh City Farm’s community-focused mission.

• Time: 4–7 p.m.
• Cost: Pay what you can
• Location: Raleigh City Farm

Wine Down Wednesday

Relax with live music and wine specials at La Vita Dolce in Southern Village.

• Time: 5–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free admission
• Location: La Vita Dolce at Southern Village

Free Acro Yoga at Pullen Park

Try acro yoga or connect with other local practitioners during this free outdoor gathering.

• Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Pullen Park, Raleigh

Summer Vibes Music Series

Enjoy a summer evening of live music in the park.

• Time: 6–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: North Cary Park

Durham Beer and Banjos

Head to Old Mill Farm for a laid-back evening featuring beer, banjo music and a welcoming community atmosphere.

• Time: 6–8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Old Mill Farm, Durham

WUNC’s Pints & Politics

Join WUNC for a community conversation about politics and current issues over drinks in Pittsboro.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: bmc brewing, Pittsboro

Wine + Weed

Learn about plants, weeds and farming during this educational gathering at Raleigh City Farm.

• Time: 6–7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh City Farm

Play Chess with the Durham Chess Club

Chess players of all ages and experience levels are invited to participate.

• Time: 6–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Durham Food Hall

Bring Your Own Craft Night

Bring a current craft project and enjoy a creative evening with other makers.

• Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh

Crank Arm Durham Wednesday Night Ride

Cyclists can join Crank Arm Brewing for its weekly group ride through Durham.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Crank Arm Brewing, Durham

Wednesday Night Events

Bluegrass Jam

Musicians and bluegrass fans can gather for a pay-what-you-can jam session at Sonark Farms. The listed end time should be confirmed with the venue before attending.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Pay what you can
• Location: Sonark Farms, Hillsborough

Freshly Brewed Poems Open Mic

Poets and spoken-word performers can take the stage during Tap Yard’s third-Wednesday open mic.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Tap Yard, Raleigh

Dog-Themed Bingo Night

Enjoy a playful dog-themed edition of bingo at Ment Beverage Co.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Ment Beverage Co., Durham

Raleigh Drum Circle and Hoop Jam

Bring a drum, hula hoop or simply enjoy the rhythm at this community gathering.

• Time: 7–8:30 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Pullen Park, Raleigh

Ballroom Dancing Social

Practice your ballroom dancing skills during an affordable social hosted by Pullen Dance.

• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Cost: $5
• Location: Pullen Community Center, Raleigh

Wednesday Local Artist Sessions

Discover local performers during a full evening of music at Speakeasy.

• Time: 7–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Stitch N’ Bitch Craft Night

Bring your knitting, crochet or other portable craft project for a casual community craft night.

• Time: 7–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Steel String Brewery, Carrboro

DSSOLVR Durham Bingo Night

Test your luck during Wednesday night bingo at DSSOLVR Durham.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: DSSOLVR Durham

Trivia Night

Gather a team and test your knowledge at Raleigh Beer Garden.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Raleigh Beer Garden

Salsa Night

Learn salsa basics before joining the social dance floor at KōMANA Brewing Company.

• Time: 7:30–11:30 p.m.
• Cost: $10
• Location: KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary

Live Music with Kimi Carter

Catch a live Wednesday night performance from Kimi Carter at Slims.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Cost: $5
• Location: Slims, Raleigh

Weekly Skee-Ball Tournament

Compete in Boxcar Durham’s weekly skee-ball tournament or stop by to watch the action.

• Time: 8–10 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

City Soul Cafe Open Mic

Local singers, musicians, poets and performers can share their talents during this late-night open mic.

• Time: 8–11 p.m.
• Cost: $10
• Location: Terminal 8 Bar & Lounge, Raleigh

Open Mic Night

Enjoy an evening of local performances at Abbey Road in Cary.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Abbey Road, Cary

Beer Pong Tournament

Finish the night with a free beer pong tournament in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 8:30–11 p.m.
• Cost: Free
• Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

Plan Your Wednesday in the Triangle

Wednesday’s lineup offers plenty of affordable ways to explore the Triangle. Most events are free, with options ranging from children’s activities and school-supply giveaways to live music, dancing, trivia and outdoor recreation.

Event schedules and availability may change. Confirm details, registration requirements and age restrictions with the organizer or venue before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh, including daily event guides, weekend activities, local news and community happenings throughout the Triangle.

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This Week in Cary, NC: Events for August 18–23, 2026

Cary’s calendar is packed with art, music, fitness and family activities from Tuesday, August 18, through Sunday, August 23, 2026. The week culminates with the 50th anniversary of the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, featuring artists, entertainment, Chalk Walk and special programming at The Cary Theater.

Other highlights include the Summer Vibes Music Event, Night Nation Run, a CaryVan family field trip and Squeeze’s “Tried, Tested and Trixies.”

Tuesday, August 18

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

Cary begins the week by celebrating the history of its signature arts festival. “Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze” looks back at five decades of artists, creativity and community experiences.

A specific time was not provided. Check Cary’s official event calendar for the location, hours and admission information.

Wednesday, August 19

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The anniversary presentation continues Wednesday, offering another opportunity to explore the history and community impact of Lazy Daze.

Summer Vibes Music Event

Enjoy live entertainment and warm-weather fun during the Summer Vibes Music Event.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Wednesday, August 19

Public Art Advisory Board

Cary’s Public Art Advisory Board will hold its scheduled meeting Wednesday evening. The board supports public art projects and advises on initiatives that add creativity and cultural value to the community.

• Time: 6:15 p.m.
• Date: Wednesday, August 19

Residents interested in attending should review the official agenda for the location and participation instructions.

Thursday, August 20

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

Cary’s celebration of the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival’s 50-year history continues Thursday.

Greenway Committee Meeting Canceled

The Greenway Committee meeting originally scheduled for Thursday evening has been canceled.

• Original time: 6 p.m.
• Status: Canceled

Residents can monitor Cary’s official calendar for future Greenway Committee meetings.

Friday, August 21

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary presentation continues Friday as Cary prepares for a full weekend of arts and entertainment.

Pop-Up Summer Senior Fitness Class

Older adults can start Friday with an active morning during Cary’s Pop-Up Summer Senior Fitness Class.

• Time: 8:30 a.m.
• Date: Friday, August 21

Participants should confirm the location, registration requirements and recommended equipment before attending.

Saturday, August 22

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The celebration of 50 years of Lazy Daze continues throughout the festival weekend.

Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival

Cary’s signature arts celebration returns with artists, handcrafted items, entertainment and community activities. The 2026 festival marks 50 years of Lazy Daze in Cary.

Visitors should check the festival website for operating hours, parking information, accessibility services, transportation options and street closures.

Chalk Walk

Artists transform pavement into colorful temporary works during Chalk Walk. The activity adds another creative experience to the Lazy Daze festival weekend.

’80s Party at The Cary Theater

The Cary Theater turns back the clock with a celebration inspired by the music, movies and culture of the 1980s.

A Saturday event time was not provided. Check The Cary Theater’s schedule for showtimes and ticket information.

Night Nation Run

The Night Nation Run combines a nighttime fun run with music, lights and a high-energy party atmosphere.

• Time: 5:30 p.m.
• Date: Saturday, August 22

Registration may be required. Participants should confirm packet pickup, parking and start-line instructions.

CaryVan Family Field Trip: Inside the Action at WakeMed Soccer Park

Families can get an inside look at WakeMed Soccer Park during this CaryVan field trip.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Saturday, August 22
• Location: WakeMed Soccer Park

Space may be limited, so families should confirm registration and transportation requirements in advance.

Sunday, August 23

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

“Beyond the Booths” continues Sunday as Cary recognizes the people, art and experiences that have shaped Lazy Daze over the past 50 years.

Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival

The festival continues Sunday with another day of artists, handmade goods, entertainment and community programming.

Chalk Walk

Festival visitors can see creative chalk artwork displayed as part of the Lazy Daze weekend.

’80s Party at The Cary Theater

The ’80s celebration continues at The Cary Theater on Sunday afternoon.

• Time: 1 p.m.
• Date: Sunday, August 23

Squeeze — Tried, Tested and Trixies

Squeeze brings “Tried, Tested and Trixies” to Cary for a Sunday evening performance.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Sunday, August 23

Music fans should check the official venue schedule for the performance location, ticket availability and entry information.

Plan Your Week in Cary

Whether you want to explore local art, attend a public meeting, exercise outdoors or enjoy live music, Cary offers activities for a range of ages and interests this week.

Event schedules, locations and registration requirements can change. Confirm the latest information with Cary or the individual organizer before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh, Cary and the Triangle, including festivals, government meetings, concerts and community events.

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This Week in Cary, NC: Events for August 18–23, 2026

Cary’s calendar is packed with art, music, fitness and family activities from Tuesday, August 18, through Sunday, August 23, 2026. The week culminates with the 50th anniversary of the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, featuring artists, entertainment, Chalk Walk and special programming at The Cary Theater.

Other highlights include the Summer Vibes Music Event, Night Nation Run, a CaryVan family field trip and Squeeze’s “Tried, Tested and Trixies.”

Tuesday, August 18

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

Cary begins the week by celebrating the history of its signature arts festival. “Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze” looks back at five decades of artists, creativity and community experiences.

A specific time was not provided. Check Cary’s official event calendar for the location, hours and admission information.

Wednesday, August 19

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The anniversary presentation continues Wednesday, offering another opportunity to explore the history and community impact of Lazy Daze.

Summer Vibes Music Event

Enjoy live entertainment and warm-weather fun during the Summer Vibes Music Event.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Wednesday, August 19

Public Art Advisory Board

Cary’s Public Art Advisory Board will hold its scheduled meeting Wednesday evening. The board supports public art projects and advises on initiatives that add creativity and cultural value to the community.

• Time: 6:15 p.m.
• Date: Wednesday, August 19

Residents interested in attending should review the official agenda for the location and participation instructions.

Thursday, August 20

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

Cary’s celebration of the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival’s 50-year history continues Thursday.

Greenway Committee Meeting Canceled

The Greenway Committee meeting originally scheduled for Thursday evening has been canceled.

• Original time: 6 p.m.
• Status: Canceled

Residents can monitor Cary’s official calendar for future Greenway Committee meetings.

Friday, August 21

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary presentation continues Friday as Cary prepares for a full weekend of arts and entertainment.

Pop-Up Summer Senior Fitness Class

Older adults can start Friday with an active morning during Cary’s Pop-Up Summer Senior Fitness Class.

• Time: 8:30 a.m.
• Date: Friday, August 21

Participants should confirm the location, registration requirements and recommended equipment before attending.

Saturday, August 22

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The celebration of 50 years of Lazy Daze continues throughout the festival weekend.

Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival

Cary’s signature arts celebration returns with artists, handcrafted items, entertainment and community activities. The 2026 festival marks 50 years of Lazy Daze in Cary.

Visitors should check the festival website for operating hours, parking information, accessibility services, transportation options and street closures.

Chalk Walk

Artists transform pavement into colorful temporary works during Chalk Walk. The activity adds another creative experience to the Lazy Daze festival weekend.

’80s Party at The Cary Theater

The Cary Theater turns back the clock with a celebration inspired by the music, movies and culture of the 1980s.

A Saturday event time was not provided. Check The Cary Theater’s schedule for showtimes and ticket information.

Night Nation Run

The Night Nation Run combines a nighttime fun run with music, lights and a high-energy party atmosphere.

• Time: 5:30 p.m.
• Date: Saturday, August 22

Registration may be required. Participants should confirm packet pickup, parking and start-line instructions.

CaryVan Family Field Trip: Inside the Action at WakeMed Soccer Park

Families can get an inside look at WakeMed Soccer Park during this CaryVan field trip.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Saturday, August 22
• Location: WakeMed Soccer Park

Space may be limited, so families should confirm registration and transportation requirements in advance.

Sunday, August 23

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

“Beyond the Booths” continues Sunday as Cary recognizes the people, art and experiences that have shaped Lazy Daze over the past 50 years.

Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival

The festival continues Sunday with another day of artists, handmade goods, entertainment and community programming.

Chalk Walk

Festival visitors can see creative chalk artwork displayed as part of the Lazy Daze weekend.

’80s Party at The Cary Theater

The ’80s celebration continues at The Cary Theater on Sunday afternoon.

• Time: 1 p.m.
• Date: Sunday, August 23

Squeeze — Tried, Tested and Trixies

Squeeze brings “Tried, Tested and Trixies” to Cary for a Sunday evening performance.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Sunday, August 23

Music fans should check the official venue schedule for the performance location, ticket availability and entry information.

Plan Your Week in Cary

Whether you want to explore local art, attend a public meeting, exercise outdoors or enjoy live music, Cary offers activities for a range of ages and interests this week.

Event schedules, locations and registration requirements can change. Confirm the latest information with Cary or the individual organizer before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh, Cary and the Triangle, including festivals, government meetings, concerts and community events.

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This Week in Cary, NC: Events for August 18–23, 2026

Cary’s calendar is packed with art, music, fitness and family activities from Tuesday, August 18, through Sunday, August 23, 2026. The week culminates with the 50th anniversary of the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, featuring artists, entertainment, Chalk Walk and special programming at The Cary Theater.

Other highlights include the Summer Vibes Music Event, Night Nation Run, a CaryVan family field trip and Squeeze’s “Tried, Tested and Trixies.”

Tuesday, August 18

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

Cary begins the week by celebrating the history of its signature arts festival. “Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze” looks back at five decades of artists, creativity and community experiences.

A specific time was not provided. Check Cary’s official event calendar for the location, hours and admission information.

Wednesday, August 19

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The anniversary presentation continues Wednesday, offering another opportunity to explore the history and community impact of Lazy Daze.

Summer Vibes Music Event

Enjoy live entertainment and warm-weather fun during the Summer Vibes Music Event.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Wednesday, August 19

Public Art Advisory Board

Cary’s Public Art Advisory Board will hold its scheduled meeting Wednesday evening. The board supports public art projects and advises on initiatives that add creativity and cultural value to the community.

• Time: 6:15 p.m.
• Date: Wednesday, August 19

Residents interested in attending should review the official agenda for the location and participation instructions.

Thursday, August 20

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

Cary’s celebration of the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival’s 50-year history continues Thursday.

Greenway Committee Meeting Canceled

The Greenway Committee meeting originally scheduled for Thursday evening has been canceled.

• Original time: 6 p.m.
• Status: Canceled

Residents can monitor Cary’s official calendar for future Greenway Committee meetings.

Friday, August 21

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The Lazy Daze anniversary presentation continues Friday as Cary prepares for a full weekend of arts and entertainment.

Pop-Up Summer Senior Fitness Class

Older adults can start Friday with an active morning during Cary’s Pop-Up Summer Senior Fitness Class.

• Time: 8:30 a.m.
• Date: Friday, August 21

Participants should confirm the location, registration requirements and recommended equipment before attending.

Saturday, August 22

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

The celebration of 50 years of Lazy Daze continues throughout the festival weekend.

Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival

Cary’s signature arts celebration returns with artists, handcrafted items, entertainment and community activities. The 2026 festival marks 50 years of Lazy Daze in Cary.

Visitors should check the festival website for operating hours, parking information, accessibility services, transportation options and street closures.

Chalk Walk

Artists transform pavement into colorful temporary works during Chalk Walk. The activity adds another creative experience to the Lazy Daze festival weekend.

’80s Party at The Cary Theater

The Cary Theater turns back the clock with a celebration inspired by the music, movies and culture of the 1980s.

A Saturday event time was not provided. Check The Cary Theater’s schedule for showtimes and ticket information.

Night Nation Run

The Night Nation Run combines a nighttime fun run with music, lights and a high-energy party atmosphere.

• Time: 5:30 p.m.
• Date: Saturday, August 22

Registration may be required. Participants should confirm packet pickup, parking and start-line instructions.

CaryVan Family Field Trip: Inside the Action at WakeMed Soccer Park

Families can get an inside look at WakeMed Soccer Park during this CaryVan field trip.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Saturday, August 22
• Location: WakeMed Soccer Park

Space may be limited, so families should confirm registration and transportation requirements in advance.

Sunday, August 23

Beyond the Booths: 50 Years of Lazy Daze

“Beyond the Booths” continues Sunday as Cary recognizes the people, art and experiences that have shaped Lazy Daze over the past 50 years.

Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival

The festival continues Sunday with another day of artists, handmade goods, entertainment and community programming.

Chalk Walk

Festival visitors can see creative chalk artwork displayed as part of the Lazy Daze weekend.

’80s Party at The Cary Theater

The ’80s celebration continues at The Cary Theater on Sunday afternoon.

• Time: 1 p.m.
• Date: Sunday, August 23

Squeeze — Tried, Tested and Trixies

Squeeze brings “Tried, Tested and Trixies” to Cary for a Sunday evening performance.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Date: Sunday, August 23

Music fans should check the official venue schedule for the performance location, ticket availability and entry information.

Plan Your Week in Cary

Whether you want to explore local art, attend a public meeting, exercise outdoors or enjoy live music, Cary offers activities for a range of ages and interests this week.

Event schedules, locations and registration requirements can change. Confirm the latest information with Cary or the individual organizer before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh, Cary and the Triangle, including festivals, government meetings, concerts and community events.

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Triangle Events Guide Thursday August 13th Edition

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary and across the Triangle? Thursday, August 13, 2026, brings free concerts, museum activities, family events, community gatherings, food assistance, games and nightlife.

From NCMA After Hours and Live After 5 in downtown Raleigh to Dino Day in Cary and Durham Beer and Banjos, here are more than 25 events happening around the Triangle.

All-Day Deals and Activities

Circle K Fuel Day

Rewards members can save 40 cents per gallon at participating Circle K locations throughout the Triangle.

Time: All day
Cost: Discounted
Location: Participating Circle K locations

Stammtisch at Der Nachbar

Celebrate German community night with steins of select German beers available for pint prices.

Time: All day
Cost: Prices vary
Location: Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham

Free Car Washes for Teachers and School Staff

The RipTide Car Wash is offering complimentary car washes to teachers and school employees throughout August.

Time: All day
Cost: Free
Location: Participating RipTide Car Wash locations

Morning Events

Little Fentonians: Dino Day

Young dinosaur fans can enjoy a free morning of prehistoric-themed family fun at Fenton.

Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Cost: Free
Location: Fenton, Cary

Stroll Through History at Historic Oakwood Cemetery

Discover Raleigh history during a complimentary guided tour through Historic Oakwood Cemetery.

Time: 10–11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh

Free Kids’ Movie: “The Wild Robot”

Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks presents a free morning screening of the animated family movie “The Wild Robot.”

Time: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks, Raleigh

Afternoon Events

Wii Bowling Competition

Test your virtual bowling skills during a free competition at Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company.

Time: Noon–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company, Raleigh

Meet, Greet and Race NASCAR Driver Ross Chastain

NASCAR fans can meet Ross Chastain and enjoy racing activities during this special appearance in Garner.

Time: 4–7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: RushHour Karting, Garner

Twilight on the Farm

Spend the evening enjoying the atmosphere and activities at Jordan Lake Farms in Apex.

Time: 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Cost: $18
Location: Jordan Lake Farms, Apex

Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day

Parktown Food Hub will hold a free community food distribution event in Durham.

Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Parktown Food Hub, Durham

Early Evening Events

NCMA After Hours

Explore the North Carolina Museum of Art during an extended evening featuring art, activities and entertainment.

Time: 5:30–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Taking Back Thursday with The Forryst Bruthers

Enjoy a free outdoor performance by The Forryst Bruthers at Boxyard RTP.

Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxyard RTP

Durham Beer and Banjos

Head to Old Mill Farm for an evening combining cold drinks, live banjo music and a relaxed farm setting.

Time: 6–8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Old Mill Farm, Durham

Vinyl Nights

Enjoy a night of music played on vinyl at Gizmo Brew Works in Durham.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Live Music at Blackbird Brewery

Blackbird Brewery hosts a free evening of live music in Wake Forest.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

NC Run Club

Connect with local runners during the NC Run Club gathering at Bottle Theory.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bottle Theory, Apex

Dem2’s Motorcycle Gathering

Motorcycle enthusiasts can meet fellow riders during this community gathering at Bearded Bee Brewing Company.

Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell

Thursday Night Events

Live After 5: Harvey Street

Harvey Street performs during Raleigh’s free Live After 5 Summer Concert Series in Moore Square.

Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Moore Square, Raleigh

Music Bingo

Listen for familiar songs and compete for prizes during Music Bingo at Fortnight Brewing.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Fortnight Brewing, Cary

PineCone Old-Time Music Jam

Musicians and listeners can gather for a free old-time music jam presented by PineCone.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Riparian Provision Company, Raleigh

Opinionation

Put your knowledge of popular opinions to the test during this interactive game at Gizmo Brew Works.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh

Public Domain Movie Night

Enjoy a complimentary screening of a classic public-domain movie at bmc brewing in Pittsboro.

Time: 7–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: bmc brewing, Pittsboro

Unisong: Guided Song Circle

Join a welcoming guided singing experience designed to build connection through music.

Time: 7:45–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Current Wellness, Raleigh

Thursday Jazz

Enjoy free live jazz alongside Southern cocktails and craft beer in downtown Hillsborough.

Time: 8–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, Hillsborough

Air Hockey Tournament

Compete against other arcade fans during a free air hockey tournament in Durham.

Time: 8–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Jazz: The Session

Bond Brothers Eastside hosts an evening session featuring live jazz in Cary.

Time: 8–11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

Skee-Ball Tournament

Roll for the highest score during Boxcar’s late-night Skee-Ball tournament in Raleigh.

Time: 9–11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

Karaoke Hosted by Empress

Take the stage or cheer on local singers during Thursday-night karaoke in Carrboro.

Time: 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Plan Your Thursday in the Triangle

Thursday offers plenty of affordable entertainment across the Triangle, including free live music, movies, museum activities, competitions and family-friendly programs. Event details can change, so confirm schedules, admission requirements and availability with each venue before heading out.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for more Raleigh events, Triangle weekend guides, local news and community updates.

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Triangle Events Guide Thursday August 13th Edition

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary and across the Triangle? Thursday, August 13, 2026, brings free concerts, museum activities, family events, community gatherings, food assistance, games and nightlife.

From NCMA After Hours and Live After 5 in downtown Raleigh to Dino Day in Cary and Durham Beer and Banjos, here are more than 25 events happening around the Triangle.

All-Day Deals and Activities

Circle K Fuel Day

Rewards members can save 40 cents per gallon at participating Circle K locations throughout the Triangle.

Time: All day
Cost: Discounted
Location: Participating Circle K locations

Stammtisch at Der Nachbar

Celebrate German community night with steins of select German beers available for pint prices.

Time: All day
Cost: Prices vary
Location: Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham

Free Car Washes for Teachers and School Staff

The RipTide Car Wash is offering complimentary car washes to teachers and school employees throughout August.

Time: All day
Cost: Free
Location: Participating RipTide Car Wash locations

Morning Events

Little Fentonians: Dino Day

Young dinosaur fans can enjoy a free morning of prehistoric-themed family fun at Fenton.

Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Cost: Free
Location: Fenton, Cary

Stroll Through History at Historic Oakwood Cemetery

Discover Raleigh history during a complimentary guided tour through Historic Oakwood Cemetery.

Time: 10–11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh

Free Kids’ Movie: “The Wild Robot”

Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks presents a free morning screening of the animated family movie “The Wild Robot.”

Time: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks, Raleigh

Afternoon Events

Wii Bowling Competition

Test your virtual bowling skills during a free competition at Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company.

Time: Noon–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company, Raleigh

Meet, Greet and Race NASCAR Driver Ross Chastain

NASCAR fans can meet Ross Chastain and enjoy racing activities during this special appearance in Garner.

Time: 4–7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: RushHour Karting, Garner

Twilight on the Farm

Spend the evening enjoying the atmosphere and activities at Jordan Lake Farms in Apex.

Time: 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Cost: $18
Location: Jordan Lake Farms, Apex

Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day

Parktown Food Hub will hold a free community food distribution event in Durham.

Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Parktown Food Hub, Durham

Early Evening Events

NCMA After Hours

Explore the North Carolina Museum of Art during an extended evening featuring art, activities and entertainment.

Time: 5:30–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Taking Back Thursday with The Forryst Bruthers

Enjoy a free outdoor performance by The Forryst Bruthers at Boxyard RTP.

Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxyard RTP

Durham Beer and Banjos

Head to Old Mill Farm for an evening combining cold drinks, live banjo music and a relaxed farm setting.

Time: 6–8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Old Mill Farm, Durham

Vinyl Nights

Enjoy a night of music played on vinyl at Gizmo Brew Works in Durham.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Live Music at Blackbird Brewery

Blackbird Brewery hosts a free evening of live music in Wake Forest.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

NC Run Club

Connect with local runners during the NC Run Club gathering at Bottle Theory.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bottle Theory, Apex

Dem2’s Motorcycle Gathering

Motorcycle enthusiasts can meet fellow riders during this community gathering at Bearded Bee Brewing Company.

Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell

Thursday Night Events

Live After 5: Harvey Street

Harvey Street performs during Raleigh’s free Live After 5 Summer Concert Series in Moore Square.

Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Moore Square, Raleigh

Music Bingo

Listen for familiar songs and compete for prizes during Music Bingo at Fortnight Brewing.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Fortnight Brewing, Cary

PineCone Old-Time Music Jam

Musicians and listeners can gather for a free old-time music jam presented by PineCone.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Riparian Provision Company, Raleigh

Opinionation

Put your knowledge of popular opinions to the test during this interactive game at Gizmo Brew Works.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh

Public Domain Movie Night

Enjoy a complimentary screening of a classic public-domain movie at bmc brewing in Pittsboro.

Time: 7–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: bmc brewing, Pittsboro

Unisong: Guided Song Circle

Join a welcoming guided singing experience designed to build connection through music.

Time: 7:45–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Current Wellness, Raleigh

Thursday Jazz

Enjoy free live jazz alongside Southern cocktails and craft beer in downtown Hillsborough.

Time: 8–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, Hillsborough

Air Hockey Tournament

Compete against other arcade fans during a free air hockey tournament in Durham.

Time: 8–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Jazz: The Session

Bond Brothers Eastside hosts an evening session featuring live jazz in Cary.

Time: 8–11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

Skee-Ball Tournament

Roll for the highest score during Boxcar’s late-night Skee-Ball tournament in Raleigh.

Time: 9–11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

Karaoke Hosted by Empress

Take the stage or cheer on local singers during Thursday-night karaoke in Carrboro.

Time: 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Plan Your Thursday in the Triangle

Thursday offers plenty of affordable entertainment across the Triangle, including free live music, movies, museum activities, competitions and family-friendly programs. Event details can change, so confirm schedules, admission requirements and availability with each venue before heading out.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for more Raleigh events, Triangle weekend guides, local news and community updates.

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Triangle Events Guide Thursday August 13th Edition

Looking for things to do in Raleigh, Durham, Cary and across the Triangle? Thursday, August 13, 2026, brings free concerts, museum activities, family events, community gatherings, food assistance, games and nightlife.

From NCMA After Hours and Live After 5 in downtown Raleigh to Dino Day in Cary and Durham Beer and Banjos, here are more than 25 events happening around the Triangle.

All-Day Deals and Activities

Circle K Fuel Day

Rewards members can save 40 cents per gallon at participating Circle K locations throughout the Triangle.

Time: All day
Cost: Discounted
Location: Participating Circle K locations

Stammtisch at Der Nachbar

Celebrate German community night with steins of select German beers available for pint prices.

Time: All day
Cost: Prices vary
Location: Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, Durham

Free Car Washes for Teachers and School Staff

The RipTide Car Wash is offering complimentary car washes to teachers and school employees throughout August.

Time: All day
Cost: Free
Location: Participating RipTide Car Wash locations

Morning Events

Little Fentonians: Dino Day

Young dinosaur fans can enjoy a free morning of prehistoric-themed family fun at Fenton.

Time: 10 a.m.–noon
Cost: Free
Location: Fenton, Cary

Stroll Through History at Historic Oakwood Cemetery

Discover Raleigh history during a complimentary guided tour through Historic Oakwood Cemetery.

Time: 10–11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh

Free Kids’ Movie: “The Wild Robot”

Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks presents a free morning screening of the animated family movie “The Wild Robot.”

Time: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Triangle Cinemas at Six Forks, Raleigh

Afternoon Events

Wii Bowling Competition

Test your virtual bowling skills during a free competition at Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company.

Time: Noon–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company, Raleigh

Meet, Greet and Race NASCAR Driver Ross Chastain

NASCAR fans can meet Ross Chastain and enjoy racing activities during this special appearance in Garner.

Time: 4–7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: RushHour Karting, Garner

Twilight on the Farm

Spend the evening enjoying the atmosphere and activities at Jordan Lake Farms in Apex.

Time: 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Cost: $18
Location: Jordan Lake Farms, Apex

Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day

Parktown Food Hub will hold a free community food distribution event in Durham.

Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Parktown Food Hub, Durham

Early Evening Events

NCMA After Hours

Explore the North Carolina Museum of Art during an extended evening featuring art, activities and entertainment.

Time: 5:30–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Taking Back Thursday with The Forryst Bruthers

Enjoy a free outdoor performance by The Forryst Bruthers at Boxyard RTP.

Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxyard RTP

Durham Beer and Banjos

Head to Old Mill Farm for an evening combining cold drinks, live banjo music and a relaxed farm setting.

Time: 6–8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Old Mill Farm, Durham

Vinyl Nights

Enjoy a night of music played on vinyl at Gizmo Brew Works in Durham.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Durham

Live Music at Blackbird Brewery

Blackbird Brewery hosts a free evening of live music in Wake Forest.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest

NC Run Club

Connect with local runners during the NC Run Club gathering at Bottle Theory.

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bottle Theory, Apex

Dem2’s Motorcycle Gathering

Motorcycle enthusiasts can meet fellow riders during this community gathering at Bearded Bee Brewing Company.

Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell

Thursday Night Events

Live After 5: Harvey Street

Harvey Street performs during Raleigh’s free Live After 5 Summer Concert Series in Moore Square.

Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Moore Square, Raleigh

Music Bingo

Listen for familiar songs and compete for prizes during Music Bingo at Fortnight Brewing.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Fortnight Brewing, Cary

PineCone Old-Time Music Jam

Musicians and listeners can gather for a free old-time music jam presented by PineCone.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Riparian Provision Company, Raleigh

Opinionation

Put your knowledge of popular opinions to the test during this interactive game at Gizmo Brew Works.

Time: 7–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh

Public Domain Movie Night

Enjoy a complimentary screening of a classic public-domain movie at bmc brewing in Pittsboro.

Time: 7–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: bmc brewing, Pittsboro

Unisong: Guided Song Circle

Join a welcoming guided singing experience designed to build connection through music.

Time: 7:45–9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Current Wellness, Raleigh

Thursday Jazz

Enjoy free live jazz alongside Southern cocktails and craft beer in downtown Hillsborough.

Time: 8–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, Hillsborough

Air Hockey Tournament

Compete against other arcade fans during a free air hockey tournament in Durham.

Time: 8–10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham

Jazz: The Session

Bond Brothers Eastside hosts an evening session featuring live jazz in Cary.

Time: 8–11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary

Skee-Ball Tournament

Roll for the highest score during Boxcar’s late-night Skee-Ball tournament in Raleigh.

Time: 9–11 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh

Karaoke Hosted by Empress

Take the stage or cheer on local singers during Thursday-night karaoke in Carrboro.

Time: 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro

Plan Your Thursday in the Triangle

Thursday offers plenty of affordable entertainment across the Triangle, including free live music, movies, museum activities, competitions and family-friendly programs. Event details can change, so confirm schedules, admission requirements and availability with each venue before heading out.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for more Raleigh events, Triangle weekend guides, local news and community updates.

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Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

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Major Triangle Events To End August 2026 – Festivals, Food, Art and Family Fun

August 2026 brings a packed calendar of major events to Raleigh and the Triangle. Highlights include the CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival, Packapalooza, Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival, the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo and the return of the Kirby Derby at Dorothea Dix Park.

Most of these community celebrations offer free admission, giving residents and visitors affordable ways to experience local music, food, art, culture and family entertainment.

Here are the major Triangle events to add to your August calendar.

CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival

Celebrate Caribbean culture in downtown Raleigh with a colorful parade, live entertainment, food and local vendors.

The parade begins at Salisbury and Davie streets before traveling to the festival village at City Plaza.

• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
• Time: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
• Location: City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Caribbean parade, music, entertainment and vendors

Mud Day at Walnut Creek Wetland Center

Children are encouraged to get messy during Mud Day at the Walnut Creek Wetland Center. The outdoor celebration features activities centered around one very playful ingredient: mud.

Families can expect a mud pit, mud slide, storytelling, live music and other nature-inspired activities.

• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
• Location: Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Mud pit, mud slide, music and storytelling

Wear clothes and shoes that can get dirty, and consider bringing a towel and a change of clothing.

North Hills Kids: Kidchella

Kidchella transforms Midtown Park into a child-friendly festival featuring music, arts and interactive activities.

The morning event includes craft stations and hands-on entertainment designed for young children and their families.

• Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
• Time: 9:30–11 a.m.
• Location: Midtown Park at North Hills, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Music, crafts and interactive children’s activities

Third Friday Durham

Third Friday Durham invites visitors to explore downtown galleries, studios, shops and cultural spaces during an evening celebration of local art.

Many participating venues host free receptions, exhibitions, performances and other creative activities. Hours may vary by business.

• Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
• General time: 6–9 p.m.
• Location: Various locations throughout downtown Durham
• Cost: Most activities are free
• Highlights: Art receptions, live music, exhibits and local businesses

Wake Forest Comic-Con

Comic book, anime and pop-culture fans can browse vendors and meet other collectors during Wake Forest Comic-Con.

The free event features comics, toys, anime merchandise, collectibles and related items.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Location: Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 North White Street, Wake Forest
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Comics, anime, toys, collectibles and vendors

Bright Leaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead

Bright Leaf Harvest Day gives visitors an opportunity to learn about North Carolina’s agricultural and tobacco history.

Historic interpreters will demonstrate harvesting and tobacco looping techniques. Visitors may also have opportunities to participate in select activities.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
• Location: Duke Homestead, 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Agricultural history, harvesting demonstrations and hands-on activities

Packapalooza

NC State University’s annual Packapalooza celebration returns to Hillsborough Street with live music, activities, food and Wolfpack spirit.

The street festival includes nine activity zones and multiple performance stages. The event concludes near NC State’s Memorial Belltower.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 2–10 p.m.
• Location: Hillsborough Street from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Live music, activity zones, vendors and NC State traditions

Kirby Derby at Dix Park

The creative and delightfully unusual Kirby Derby returns to Harvey Hill at Dorothea Dix Park.

Participants and spectators can enjoy costumes, a parade, pinebox car competition and the signature soapbox derby race.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 3–8 p.m.
• Location: Harvey Hill at Dorothea Dix Park, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Parade, costumes, pinebox cars and soapbox racing

Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

One of Cary’s signature annual celebrations returns for two days at the Town Hall Campus.

Lazy Daze features more than 300 artists, live entertainment, children’s activities and numerous food and beverage vendors.

• Dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23, 2026
• Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. each day
• Location: Cary Town Hall Campus, 316 North Academy Street, Cary
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: More than 300 artists, music, food and family activities

Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo

Downtown Raleigh’s Fayetteville Street will welcome more than 50 mobile kitchens during the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.

Admission is free, but visitors pay individually for food and drinks. With dozens of participating trucks, guests can explore a wide selection of cuisines, desserts and specialty dishes.

• Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
• Time: Noon–6 p.m.
• Location: Fayetteville Street, downtown Raleigh
• Cost: Free admission; food and drinks available for purchase
• Highlights: More than 50 food trucks

Arrive early for shorter lines and the broadest menu selection.

Hillsborough Last Fridays

Downtown Hillsborough celebrates the final Friday of August with live music, visual art, poetry and community activities.

Visitors can explore participating businesses, galleries and public spaces throughout the historic downtown district.

• Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
• Time: 6–9 p.m.
• Location: Various locations in downtown Hillsborough
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Live music, art, poetry and an art walk

Come Out and Play Sculpture Show

More than 50 artists will display serious, whimsical and imaginative outdoor sculptures during the Come Out and Play Sculpture Show at JimGin Farm.

Opening weekend takes place August 29 and 30, with the exhibition continuing every Saturday through September 26. The event also includes live music and complimentary food.

• Opening dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 29–30, 2026
• Extended schedule: Every Saturday through September 26, 2026
• Time: Noon until dark
• Location: JimGin Farm, 150 Wild Horse Run, Pittsboro
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Outdoor sculpture, more than 50 artists, live music and food

Plan Your August in the Triangle

August’s major event calendar offers something for nearly every interest. Families can enjoy Mud Day and Kidchella, art lovers can visit Lazy Daze or the Come Out and Play Sculpture Show, and food fans can explore the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.

Several large events take place on August 22, including Packapalooza, Kirby Derby, Wake Forest Comic-Con, Bright Leaf Harvest Day and the opening day of Lazy Daze. Visitors should consider travel time, parking and event hours when planning to attend more than one.

Schedules and participation details may change. Confirm information with the event organizer before leaving home.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh and the Triangle, including festivals, concerts, family activities and weekend event guides.

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Compiled by Bryan Tomlinson for DoRaleigh.com.

Major Triangle Events To End August 2026 – Festivals, Food, Art and Family Fun

August 2026 brings a packed calendar of major events to Raleigh and the Triangle. Highlights include the CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival, Packapalooza, Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival, the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo and the return of the Kirby Derby at Dorothea Dix Park.

Most of these community celebrations offer free admission, giving residents and visitors affordable ways to experience local music, food, art, culture and family entertainment.

Here are the major Triangle events to add to your August calendar.

CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival

Celebrate Caribbean culture in downtown Raleigh with a colorful parade, live entertainment, food and local vendors.

The parade begins at Salisbury and Davie streets before traveling to the festival village at City Plaza.

• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
• Time: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
• Location: City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Caribbean parade, music, entertainment and vendors

Mud Day at Walnut Creek Wetland Center

Children are encouraged to get messy during Mud Day at the Walnut Creek Wetland Center. The outdoor celebration features activities centered around one very playful ingredient: mud.

Families can expect a mud pit, mud slide, storytelling, live music and other nature-inspired activities.

• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
• Location: Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Mud pit, mud slide, music and storytelling

Wear clothes and shoes that can get dirty, and consider bringing a towel and a change of clothing.

North Hills Kids: Kidchella

Kidchella transforms Midtown Park into a child-friendly festival featuring music, arts and interactive activities.

The morning event includes craft stations and hands-on entertainment designed for young children and their families.

• Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
• Time: 9:30–11 a.m.
• Location: Midtown Park at North Hills, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Music, crafts and interactive children’s activities

Third Friday Durham

Third Friday Durham invites visitors to explore downtown galleries, studios, shops and cultural spaces during an evening celebration of local art.

Many participating venues host free receptions, exhibitions, performances and other creative activities. Hours may vary by business.

• Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
• General time: 6–9 p.m.
• Location: Various locations throughout downtown Durham
• Cost: Most activities are free
• Highlights: Art receptions, live music, exhibits and local businesses

Wake Forest Comic-Con

Comic book, anime and pop-culture fans can browse vendors and meet other collectors during Wake Forest Comic-Con.

The free event features comics, toys, anime merchandise, collectibles and related items.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Location: Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 North White Street, Wake Forest
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Comics, anime, toys, collectibles and vendors

Bright Leaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead

Bright Leaf Harvest Day gives visitors an opportunity to learn about North Carolina’s agricultural and tobacco history.

Historic interpreters will demonstrate harvesting and tobacco looping techniques. Visitors may also have opportunities to participate in select activities.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
• Location: Duke Homestead, 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Agricultural history, harvesting demonstrations and hands-on activities

Packapalooza

NC State University’s annual Packapalooza celebration returns to Hillsborough Street with live music, activities, food and Wolfpack spirit.

The street festival includes nine activity zones and multiple performance stages. The event concludes near NC State’s Memorial Belltower.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 2–10 p.m.
• Location: Hillsborough Street from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Live music, activity zones, vendors and NC State traditions

Kirby Derby at Dix Park

The creative and delightfully unusual Kirby Derby returns to Harvey Hill at Dorothea Dix Park.

Participants and spectators can enjoy costumes, a parade, pinebox car competition and the signature soapbox derby race.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 3–8 p.m.
• Location: Harvey Hill at Dorothea Dix Park, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Parade, costumes, pinebox cars and soapbox racing

Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

One of Cary’s signature annual celebrations returns for two days at the Town Hall Campus.

Lazy Daze features more than 300 artists, live entertainment, children’s activities and numerous food and beverage vendors.

• Dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23, 2026
• Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. each day
• Location: Cary Town Hall Campus, 316 North Academy Street, Cary
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: More than 300 artists, music, food and family activities

Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo

Downtown Raleigh’s Fayetteville Street will welcome more than 50 mobile kitchens during the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.

Admission is free, but visitors pay individually for food and drinks. With dozens of participating trucks, guests can explore a wide selection of cuisines, desserts and specialty dishes.

• Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
• Time: Noon–6 p.m.
• Location: Fayetteville Street, downtown Raleigh
• Cost: Free admission; food and drinks available for purchase
• Highlights: More than 50 food trucks

Arrive early for shorter lines and the broadest menu selection.

Hillsborough Last Fridays

Downtown Hillsborough celebrates the final Friday of August with live music, visual art, poetry and community activities.

Visitors can explore participating businesses, galleries and public spaces throughout the historic downtown district.

• Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
• Time: 6–9 p.m.
• Location: Various locations in downtown Hillsborough
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Live music, art, poetry and an art walk

Come Out and Play Sculpture Show

More than 50 artists will display serious, whimsical and imaginative outdoor sculptures during the Come Out and Play Sculpture Show at JimGin Farm.

Opening weekend takes place August 29 and 30, with the exhibition continuing every Saturday through September 26. The event also includes live music and complimentary food.

• Opening dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 29–30, 2026
• Extended schedule: Every Saturday through September 26, 2026
• Time: Noon until dark
• Location: JimGin Farm, 150 Wild Horse Run, Pittsboro
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Outdoor sculpture, more than 50 artists, live music and food

Plan Your August in the Triangle

August’s major event calendar offers something for nearly every interest. Families can enjoy Mud Day and Kidchella, art lovers can visit Lazy Daze or the Come Out and Play Sculpture Show, and food fans can explore the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.

Several large events take place on August 22, including Packapalooza, Kirby Derby, Wake Forest Comic-Con, Bright Leaf Harvest Day and the opening day of Lazy Daze. Visitors should consider travel time, parking and event hours when planning to attend more than one.

Schedules and participation details may change. Confirm information with the event organizer before leaving home.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh and the Triangle, including festivals, concerts, family activities and weekend event guides.

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Compiled by Bryan Tomlinson for DoRaleigh.com.

Major Triangle Events To End August 2026 – Festivals, Food, Art and Family Fun

August 2026 brings a packed calendar of major events to Raleigh and the Triangle. Highlights include the CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival, Packapalooza, Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival, the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo and the return of the Kirby Derby at Dorothea Dix Park.

Most of these community celebrations offer free admission, giving residents and visitors affordable ways to experience local music, food, art, culture and family entertainment.

Here are the major Triangle events to add to your August calendar.

CaribMask Caribbean Parade and Festival

Celebrate Caribbean culture in downtown Raleigh with a colorful parade, live entertainment, food and local vendors.

The parade begins at Salisbury and Davie streets before traveling to the festival village at City Plaza.

• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
• Time: 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
• Location: City Plaza, 400 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Caribbean parade, music, entertainment and vendors

Mud Day at Walnut Creek Wetland Center

Children are encouraged to get messy during Mud Day at the Walnut Creek Wetland Center. The outdoor celebration features activities centered around one very playful ingredient: mud.

Families can expect a mud pit, mud slide, storytelling, live music and other nature-inspired activities.

• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
• Location: Walnut Creek Wetland Center, 950 Peterson Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Mud pit, mud slide, music and storytelling

Wear clothes and shoes that can get dirty, and consider bringing a towel and a change of clothing.

North Hills Kids: Kidchella

Kidchella transforms Midtown Park into a child-friendly festival featuring music, arts and interactive activities.

The morning event includes craft stations and hands-on entertainment designed for young children and their families.

• Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
• Time: 9:30–11 a.m.
• Location: Midtown Park at North Hills, 4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Music, crafts and interactive children’s activities

Third Friday Durham

Third Friday Durham invites visitors to explore downtown galleries, studios, shops and cultural spaces during an evening celebration of local art.

Many participating venues host free receptions, exhibitions, performances and other creative activities. Hours may vary by business.

• Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
• General time: 6–9 p.m.
• Location: Various locations throughout downtown Durham
• Cost: Most activities are free
• Highlights: Art receptions, live music, exhibits and local businesses

Wake Forest Comic-Con

Comic book, anime and pop-culture fans can browse vendors and meet other collectors during Wake Forest Comic-Con.

The free event features comics, toys, anime merchandise, collectibles and related items.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Location: Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 North White Street, Wake Forest
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Comics, anime, toys, collectibles and vendors

Bright Leaf Harvest Day at Duke Homestead

Bright Leaf Harvest Day gives visitors an opportunity to learn about North Carolina’s agricultural and tobacco history.

Historic interpreters will demonstrate harvesting and tobacco looping techniques. Visitors may also have opportunities to participate in select activities.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
• Location: Duke Homestead, 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Agricultural history, harvesting demonstrations and hands-on activities

Packapalooza

NC State University’s annual Packapalooza celebration returns to Hillsborough Street with live music, activities, food and Wolfpack spirit.

The street festival includes nine activity zones and multiple performance stages. The event concludes near NC State’s Memorial Belltower.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 2–10 p.m.
• Location: Hillsborough Street from Brooks Avenue to the roundabout near the Memorial Belltower, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Live music, activity zones, vendors and NC State traditions

Kirby Derby at Dix Park

The creative and delightfully unusual Kirby Derby returns to Harvey Hill at Dorothea Dix Park.

Participants and spectators can enjoy costumes, a parade, pinebox car competition and the signature soapbox derby race.

• Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
• Time: 3–8 p.m.
• Location: Harvey Hill at Dorothea Dix Park, Cranmer Drive, Raleigh
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Parade, costumes, pinebox cars and soapbox racing

Cary’s Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

One of Cary’s signature annual celebrations returns for two days at the Town Hall Campus.

Lazy Daze features more than 300 artists, live entertainment, children’s activities and numerous food and beverage vendors.

• Dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23, 2026
• Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. each day
• Location: Cary Town Hall Campus, 316 North Academy Street, Cary
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: More than 300 artists, music, food and family activities

Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo

Downtown Raleigh’s Fayetteville Street will welcome more than 50 mobile kitchens during the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.

Admission is free, but visitors pay individually for food and drinks. With dozens of participating trucks, guests can explore a wide selection of cuisines, desserts and specialty dishes.

• Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
• Time: Noon–6 p.m.
• Location: Fayetteville Street, downtown Raleigh
• Cost: Free admission; food and drinks available for purchase
• Highlights: More than 50 food trucks

Arrive early for shorter lines and the broadest menu selection.

Hillsborough Last Fridays

Downtown Hillsborough celebrates the final Friday of August with live music, visual art, poetry and community activities.

Visitors can explore participating businesses, galleries and public spaces throughout the historic downtown district.

• Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
• Time: 6–9 p.m.
• Location: Various locations in downtown Hillsborough
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Live music, art, poetry and an art walk

Come Out and Play Sculpture Show

More than 50 artists will display serious, whimsical and imaginative outdoor sculptures during the Come Out and Play Sculpture Show at JimGin Farm.

Opening weekend takes place August 29 and 30, with the exhibition continuing every Saturday through September 26. The event also includes live music and complimentary food.

• Opening dates: Saturday and Sunday, August 29–30, 2026
• Extended schedule: Every Saturday through September 26, 2026
• Time: Noon until dark
• Location: JimGin Farm, 150 Wild Horse Run, Pittsboro
• Cost: Free
• Highlights: Outdoor sculpture, more than 50 artists, live music and food

Plan Your August in the Triangle

August’s major event calendar offers something for nearly every interest. Families can enjoy Mud Day and Kidchella, art lovers can visit Lazy Daze or the Come Out and Play Sculpture Show, and food fans can explore the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo.

Several large events take place on August 22, including Packapalooza, Kirby Derby, Wake Forest Comic-Con, Bright Leaf Harvest Day and the opening day of Lazy Daze. Visitors should consider travel time, parking and event hours when planning to attend more than one.

Schedules and participation details may change. Confirm information with the event organizer before leaving home.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh and the Triangle, including festivals, concerts, family activities and weekend event guides.

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Compiled by Bryan Tomlinson for DoRaleigh.com.

Triangle Big-Ticket Events Guide August 11–17th Edition

The Triangle’s entertainment calendar is packed with concerts, comedy shows and themed parties from August 11–17, 2026.

This week’s biggest events include 5 Seconds of Summer at Coastal Credit Union Music Park, Simple Plan with Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 at Red Hat Amphitheater, PJ Morton at Meymandi Concert Hall and Jonathan Butler with Najee at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

Here is the Triangle weekly big-ticket event guide for Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro and nearby communities.

Tuesday, August 11

Matisyahu

Matisyahu brings his distinctive blend of reggae, rock, hip-hop and spiritual influences to Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Venue: Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard
• Location: Raleigh

Slow Joy

Alternative artist Slow Joy performs Tuesday night at one of Chapel Hill’s longtime independent music venues.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill

Jacques Ze Whipper

Comedy and unconventional entertainment take the stage when Jacques Ze Whipper visits Goodnights Comedy Club.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh

Thursday, August 13

Caitlin Peluffo

Stand-up comedian Caitlin Peluffo brings her energetic comedy to Goodnights.

The supplied schedule lists performances at both Goodnights Comedy Club and Room 861 at the same time. Confirm the correct room when purchasing tickets.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club/Room 861
• Location: Raleigh

Cordovas

Nashville-based band Cordovas brings its blend of Americana, country rock and harmony-driven music to The Pour House.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
• Location: Raleigh

Margot Sinclair

Margot Sinclair performs an intimate Thursday-night show in the Cat’s Cradle Back Room.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro

Friday, August 14

Corey Holcomb

Comedian Corey Holcomb begins a multi-show weekend at Raleigh Improv in Cary.

• Showtimes: 7 and 9:15 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Improv
• Location: Cary

Lee Johnson and Jodi Jones

Lee Johnson and Jodi Jones share the bill at The Pinhook in downtown Durham.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham

5 Seconds of Summer

Australian pop-rock band 5 Seconds of Summer takes over Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek for one of the week’s largest concerts.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh

Los Tucanes de Tijuana

Regional Mexican music stars Los Tucanes de Tijuana perform at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

PJ Morton

Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician PJ Morton brings his blend of R&B, soul and gospel to Meymandi Concert Hall.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

The Shoaldiggers Album Release Show

The Shoaldiggers celebrate a new album with a release show in the Cat’s Cradle Back Room.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro

Recessioncore Summer Party

Kings hosts a late-night Recessioncore Summer Party in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 10 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Saturday, August 15

Corey Holcomb

Corey Holcomb continues his weekend at Raleigh Improv with two Saturday performances.

• Showtimes: 6:30 and 9 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Improv
• Location: Cary

Classic Country Jubilee

Enjoy a night celebrating classic country music at the Rudy Theatre in Selma.

• Time: 6:45 p.m.
• Venue: Rudy Theatre
• Location: Selma

Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3

Three major pop-punk and alternative acts share the stage at Red Hat Amphitheater.

Fans can expect nostalgic favorites from Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 during one of downtown Raleigh’s biggest concerts of the week.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Red Hat Amphitheater
• Location: Raleigh

Sweet Dream

Sweet Dream performs Saturday evening at The Pinhook.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham

Royale Lynn

Royale Lynn brings her genre-blending sound to Kings in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Toxic

Toxic performs Saturday night at the Lincoln Theatre.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Lincoln Theatre
• Location: Raleigh

John Violinist Live!

John Violinist presents a live performance at Fletcher Opera Theater.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Fletcher Opera Theater at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

Bop to the Top

Bop to the Top brings a nostalgic pop-party experience to The Ritz.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Ritz
• Location: Raleigh

MavicMachine

MavicMachine takes the stage for a late show at The Pour House Music Hall.

• Time: 9 p.m.
• Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
• Location: Raleigh

Barbies Versus Bratz: Y2K Party

Cat’s Cradle hosts a late-night party inspired by Barbie, Bratz and early-2000s pop culture.

• Time: 10 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle
• Location: Carrboro

Sunday, August 16

Jonathan Butler and Najee

Jazz and R&B stars Jonathan Butler and Najee perform together under the stars at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.
• Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
• Location: Cary

EMM

EMM performs Sunday night at Kings in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Owen and The Smokes

Owen and The Smokes close the weekend at Local 506.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill

Monday, August 17

Luke Borchelt

Luke Borchelt performs Monday night to close this week’s big-ticket calendar.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Not included in the supplied schedule

Check the official ticket listing for the venue and admission details.

Top Picks This Week

If you are narrowing down the schedule, these shows are likely to attract some of the week’s largest audiences:

• 5 Seconds of Summer — Friday at Coastal Credit Union Music Park
• Los Tucanes de Tijuana — Friday at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
• PJ Morton — Friday at Meymandi Concert Hall
• Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 — Saturday at Red Hat Amphitheater
• Jonathan Butler and Najee — Sunday at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
• Corey Holcomb — Multiple weekend shows at Raleigh Improv

Plan Your Week of Live Entertainment

With several major concerts taking place Friday and Saturday, downtown Raleigh and surrounding entertainment districts may experience heavier traffic and increased demand for parking.

Ticket prices, opening acts, age restrictions and showtimes may change. Confirm all information with the venue or authorized ticket provider before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh and the Triangle, including concert announcements, comedy shows, nightlife and weekly event guides.

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Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

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Compiled by Bryan Tomlinson for DoRaleigh.com.

Triangle Big-Ticket Events Guide August 11–17th Edition

The Triangle’s entertainment calendar is packed with concerts, comedy shows and themed parties from August 11–17, 2026.

This week’s biggest events include 5 Seconds of Summer at Coastal Credit Union Music Park, Simple Plan with Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 at Red Hat Amphitheater, PJ Morton at Meymandi Concert Hall and Jonathan Butler with Najee at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

Here is the Triangle weekly big-ticket event guide for Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro and nearby communities.

Tuesday, August 11

Matisyahu

Matisyahu brings his distinctive blend of reggae, rock, hip-hop and spiritual influences to Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Venue: Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard
• Location: Raleigh

Slow Joy

Alternative artist Slow Joy performs Tuesday night at one of Chapel Hill’s longtime independent music venues.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill

Jacques Ze Whipper

Comedy and unconventional entertainment take the stage when Jacques Ze Whipper visits Goodnights Comedy Club.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh

Thursday, August 13

Caitlin Peluffo

Stand-up comedian Caitlin Peluffo brings her energetic comedy to Goodnights.

The supplied schedule lists performances at both Goodnights Comedy Club and Room 861 at the same time. Confirm the correct room when purchasing tickets.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club/Room 861
• Location: Raleigh

Cordovas

Nashville-based band Cordovas brings its blend of Americana, country rock and harmony-driven music to The Pour House.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
• Location: Raleigh

Margot Sinclair

Margot Sinclair performs an intimate Thursday-night show in the Cat’s Cradle Back Room.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro

Friday, August 14

Corey Holcomb

Comedian Corey Holcomb begins a multi-show weekend at Raleigh Improv in Cary.

• Showtimes: 7 and 9:15 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Improv
• Location: Cary

Lee Johnson and Jodi Jones

Lee Johnson and Jodi Jones share the bill at The Pinhook in downtown Durham.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham

5 Seconds of Summer

Australian pop-rock band 5 Seconds of Summer takes over Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek for one of the week’s largest concerts.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh

Los Tucanes de Tijuana

Regional Mexican music stars Los Tucanes de Tijuana perform at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

PJ Morton

Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician PJ Morton brings his blend of R&B, soul and gospel to Meymandi Concert Hall.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

The Shoaldiggers Album Release Show

The Shoaldiggers celebrate a new album with a release show in the Cat’s Cradle Back Room.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro

Recessioncore Summer Party

Kings hosts a late-night Recessioncore Summer Party in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 10 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Saturday, August 15

Corey Holcomb

Corey Holcomb continues his weekend at Raleigh Improv with two Saturday performances.

• Showtimes: 6:30 and 9 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Improv
• Location: Cary

Classic Country Jubilee

Enjoy a night celebrating classic country music at the Rudy Theatre in Selma.

• Time: 6:45 p.m.
• Venue: Rudy Theatre
• Location: Selma

Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3

Three major pop-punk and alternative acts share the stage at Red Hat Amphitheater.

Fans can expect nostalgic favorites from Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 during one of downtown Raleigh’s biggest concerts of the week.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Red Hat Amphitheater
• Location: Raleigh

Sweet Dream

Sweet Dream performs Saturday evening at The Pinhook.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham

Royale Lynn

Royale Lynn brings her genre-blending sound to Kings in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Toxic

Toxic performs Saturday night at the Lincoln Theatre.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Lincoln Theatre
• Location: Raleigh

John Violinist Live!

John Violinist presents a live performance at Fletcher Opera Theater.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Fletcher Opera Theater at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

Bop to the Top

Bop to the Top brings a nostalgic pop-party experience to The Ritz.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Ritz
• Location: Raleigh

MavicMachine

MavicMachine takes the stage for a late show at The Pour House Music Hall.

• Time: 9 p.m.
• Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
• Location: Raleigh

Barbies Versus Bratz: Y2K Party

Cat’s Cradle hosts a late-night party inspired by Barbie, Bratz and early-2000s pop culture.

• Time: 10 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle
• Location: Carrboro

Sunday, August 16

Jonathan Butler and Najee

Jazz and R&B stars Jonathan Butler and Najee perform together under the stars at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.
• Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
• Location: Cary

EMM

EMM performs Sunday night at Kings in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Owen and The Smokes

Owen and The Smokes close the weekend at Local 506.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill

Monday, August 17

Luke Borchelt

Luke Borchelt performs Monday night to close this week’s big-ticket calendar.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Not included in the supplied schedule

Check the official ticket listing for the venue and admission details.

Top Picks This Week

If you are narrowing down the schedule, these shows are likely to attract some of the week’s largest audiences:

• 5 Seconds of Summer — Friday at Coastal Credit Union Music Park
• Los Tucanes de Tijuana — Friday at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium
• PJ Morton — Friday at Meymandi Concert Hall
• Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 — Saturday at Red Hat Amphitheater
• Jonathan Butler and Najee — Sunday at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
• Corey Holcomb — Multiple weekend shows at Raleigh Improv

Plan Your Week of Live Entertainment

With several major concerts taking place Friday and Saturday, downtown Raleigh and surrounding entertainment districts may experience heavier traffic and increased demand for parking.

Ticket prices, opening acts, age restrictions and showtimes may change. Confirm all information with the venue or authorized ticket provider before attending.

Follow DoRaleigh.com for everything Raleigh and the Triangle, including concert announcements, comedy shows, nightlife and weekly event guides.

Connect With Us: Instagram | Facebook | BSky | Linkedin

Share With Us: Post your community News, Events, on our Submissions Page.

Advertise With Us: Interested in Advertising click here.

Compiled by Bryan Tomlinson for DoRaleigh.com.

Triangle Big-Ticket Events Guide August 11–17th Edition

The Triangle’s entertainment calendar is packed with concerts, comedy shows and themed parties from August 11–17, 2026.

This week’s biggest events include 5 Seconds of Summer at Coastal Credit Union Music Park, Simple Plan with Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 at Red Hat Amphitheater, PJ Morton at Meymandi Concert Hall and Jonathan Butler with Najee at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

Here is the Triangle weekly big-ticket event guide for Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Carrboro and nearby communities.

Tuesday, August 11

Matisyahu

Matisyahu brings his distinctive blend of reggae, rock, hip-hop and spiritual influences to Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard.

• Time: 6 p.m.
• Venue: Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard
• Location: Raleigh

Slow Joy

Alternative artist Slow Joy performs Tuesday night at one of Chapel Hill’s longtime independent music venues.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill

Jacques Ze Whipper

Comedy and unconventional entertainment take the stage when Jacques Ze Whipper visits Goodnights Comedy Club.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club
• Location: Raleigh

Thursday, August 13

Caitlin Peluffo

Stand-up comedian Caitlin Peluffo brings her energetic comedy to Goodnights.

The supplied schedule lists performances at both Goodnights Comedy Club and Room 861 at the same time. Confirm the correct room when purchasing tickets.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Goodnights Comedy Club/Room 861
• Location: Raleigh

Cordovas

Nashville-based band Cordovas brings its blend of Americana, country rock and harmony-driven music to The Pour House.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
• Location: Raleigh

Margot Sinclair

Margot Sinclair performs an intimate Thursday-night show in the Cat’s Cradle Back Room.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro

Friday, August 14

Corey Holcomb

Comedian Corey Holcomb begins a multi-show weekend at Raleigh Improv in Cary.

• Showtimes: 7 and 9:15 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Improv
• Location: Cary

Lee Johnson and Jodi Jones

Lee Johnson and Jodi Jones share the bill at The Pinhook in downtown Durham.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham

5 Seconds of Summer

Australian pop-rock band 5 Seconds of Summer takes over Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek for one of the week’s largest concerts.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
• Location: Raleigh

Los Tucanes de Tijuana

Regional Mexican music stars Los Tucanes de Tijuana perform at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

PJ Morton

Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician PJ Morton brings his blend of R&B, soul and gospel to Meymandi Concert Hall.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Meymandi Concert Hall at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

The Shoaldiggers Album Release Show

The Shoaldiggers celebrate a new album with a release show in the Cat’s Cradle Back Room.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle Back Room
• Location: Carrboro

Recessioncore Summer Party

Kings hosts a late-night Recessioncore Summer Party in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 10 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Saturday, August 15

Corey Holcomb

Corey Holcomb continues his weekend at Raleigh Improv with two Saturday performances.

• Showtimes: 6:30 and 9 p.m.
• Venue: Raleigh Improv
• Location: Cary

Classic Country Jubilee

Enjoy a night celebrating classic country music at the Rudy Theatre in Selma.

• Time: 6:45 p.m.
• Venue: Rudy Theatre
• Location: Selma

Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3

Three major pop-punk and alternative acts share the stage at Red Hat Amphitheater.

Fans can expect nostalgic favorites from Simple Plan, Bowling for Soup and 3OH!3 during one of downtown Raleigh’s biggest concerts of the week.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: Red Hat Amphitheater
• Location: Raleigh

Sweet Dream

Sweet Dream performs Saturday evening at The Pinhook.

• Time: 7 p.m.
• Venue: The Pinhook
• Location: Durham

Royale Lynn

Royale Lynn brings her genre-blending sound to Kings in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Toxic

Toxic performs Saturday night at the Lincoln Theatre.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Venue: Lincoln Theatre
• Location: Raleigh

John Violinist Live!

John Violinist presents a live performance at Fletcher Opera Theater.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Fletcher Opera Theater at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts
• Location: Raleigh

Bop to the Top

Bop to the Top brings a nostalgic pop-party experience to The Ritz.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: The Ritz
• Location: Raleigh

MavicMachine

MavicMachine takes the stage for a late show at The Pour House Music Hall.

• Time: 9 p.m.
• Venue: The Pour House Music Hall
• Location: Raleigh

Barbies Versus Bratz: Y2K Party

Cat’s Cradle hosts a late-night party inspired by Barbie, Bratz and early-2000s pop culture.

• Time: 10 p.m.
• Venue: Cat’s Cradle
• Location: Carrboro

Sunday, August 16

Jonathan Butler and Najee

Jazz and R&B stars Jonathan Butler and Najee perform together under the stars at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

• Time: 6:30 p.m.
• Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
• Location: Cary

EMM

EMM performs Sunday night at Kings in downtown Raleigh.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Kings
• Location: Raleigh

Owen and The Smokes

Owen and The Smokes close the weekend at Local 506.

• Time: 8 p.m.
• Venue: Local 506
• Location: Chapel Hill