Gear up for an incredible musical event as the Outlaw Music Festival arrives at the Coastal Credit Union Music Park in Raleigh, NC, on July 27, 2025, at 3:45 PM. This is your opportunity to experience a dynamic lineup of legendary artists and emerging talents, all coming together to celebrate the essence of Americana and outlaw country music.

COST: $30/ticket

Get ready for a day filled with family fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories at our old-school boardwalk bash and step back in time to the golden era of seaside boardwalks.

Delight in performances by a mystifying magician and be dazzled by a juggler performing feats of balance!

Also enjoy:

• Facepainting

• Balloon Animals

• Cotton Candy

• Carnival Games

COST: FREE

Join your fellow local music fans on North Carolina’s Main Street for 4 electrifying evenings that celebrate the sounds that define our state's music industry.

Live After 5 is a family-friendly block party with live music, local food trucks, Sip N' Stroll sips, and plenty more to enjoy.

July 23rd: Kooley High and Charly Lowry

COST: FREE

Get ready to groove into summer at Raleigh's Summer Beats Festival! This vibrant outdoor extravaganza is your one-stop shop for all things fun in the sun.

Indulge your taste buds with a mouthwatering selection of culinary delights at our Food, Desserts & Ice Cream Truck Rodeo. From savory bites to refreshing treats, there's something for every palate.

COST: FREE Admission

One Friday a month, the Bond Park Boathouse hosts musicians, food trucks, and after-hours boat rentals. Spend your Friday evening floating on Bond Lake in the setting sun while you listen to great music and enjoy delicious food. Prefer to stay on land? Bring a lawn chair, friends, and family!

COST: FREE

Introduced in 2016, Friday Night on White (FNOW) takes place in downtown Wake Forest from 6-9 p.m. on the second Friday night of each month from April through September (unless otherwise noted). 

A favorite among locals and visitors alike, the free concert series features local and regional party bands playing classic rock and pop, 70s, 80s, and 90s hits, R&B dance, Top 40, and Motown favorites. 

COST: FREE

Come out for a fireworks-focused celebration at the stadium complex around the Lenovo Center and Carter-Finley Stadium!

We’re going back to the basics this year. The celebration will be all about the show in the sky, with no stage, vendors, or festival activities.  

COST: FREE

Parking Opens: 6 p.m.

Fireworks Start: 9:30 p.m.

A fun way to celebrate the 4th of July with the whole family! You can expect line dancing, music, local food and plenty of desserts to try!

COST: FREE

Come out for a salute to the red, white, and blue as we honor the birthday of the U.S.A. with the music of the North Carolina Symphony. Enjoy patriotic favorites, fun activities for kids and a dazzling firework display over Symphony Lake.

COST: FREE

Get ready to kick off your July 4th festivities early at our July 3rd Celebration in the Park! Join us for a star-spangled extravaganza featuring a movie screening of Top Gun (PG-13), family-friendly activities, and a mouthwatering lineup of food trucks. It’s the perfect occasion to gather your loved ones and enjoy some pre-Independence Day fun—and don’t forget to snag a limited-edition DCP Top Gun-themed sticker from activities in the Nest Pavilion and on the Great Lawn!

COST: FREE

Celebrate Independence Day early with an unforgettable evening with us! Join us at Zinchouse on Thursday, July 3rd for a patriotic party packed with:

• Craft Cocktails, Wine & Cold Brews

• Live Music – Ray Martin 4-7pm, Your Mamas New Boyfriend 4-7pm, 8-Track Minds 7-10pm

• Local Food Trucks

• Fireworks Show at 9 PM

Bring your lawn chairs and your red, white & blue spirit—whether you’re here for the music, the food, or just the fireworks, there’s something for everyone.

COST: FREE

Join us for the Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Series presented by Shop Local Raleigh!

We can’t wait to see you June 28th and August 24th in Downtown Raleigh as we host an epic gathering of local food trucks!

From savory flavors to sweet treats, there’s something to satisfy every craving and cuisine curiosity. Whether you’re a fan of gourmet burgers, delicious tacos, or decadent desserts, our food truck rodeo promises to have something for everyone!

Cost: Free to attend

Back for its 16th season, our Midtown Beach Music Series continues to be a regional and local favorite. This series is a community-building event where guests can enjoy live outdoor music with their friends, neighbors, and co-workers. This concert series is held in the sweet spot of the warm weather season, April through June, for a 12-week season.

• June 5th - The Catalinas

• June 12th - Too Much Sylvia

• June 19th - Blackwater Band

• June 26th - The Embers ft. Craig Woolard

Cost: $6.15 per person

Throughout the month of June, join Waverly Place for Live Music Wednesdays in the Waverly Place Park, 5pm-8pm. You’ll be treated to a variety of popular, local bands playing a variety of genres. Make a date night of it or connect with friends and family. Bring a blanket and/or portable chairs to sit in the Park. Plan a late dinner at one of our restaurants or to stay after visiting one of our Waverly Place merchants.

• 06/04/2025, 5:30-8:30pm – The Embers Featuring Craig Woolard

• 06/11/2025, 5:30-8:30pm – THE MAGIC PIPERS

• 06/18/2025, 5:30-8:30pm – THE RAY BAND

• 06/25/2025, 5:30-8:30pm – NORTH TOWER

Theses concerts will be hosted light drizzle or shine. In the event of severe weather and cancelation/reschedule, we’ll provide an update via their site and our social media profiles.

NOTE: Wine and beer will be available for purchase on-site. Coolers and outside alcohol are not permitted.

COST: Free to attend

Join them both online with a virtual run and in person, as we unite survivors, co-survivors and supporters in a testament to strength, hope and community.

Cost: $30+

Maker’s Market is Back – Every 3rd Saturday of the Month.

Triangle Pop Up is returning in March for Fenton’s monthly Maker’s Market. Join us every 3rd Saturday of the month from 11am to 4pm in Fenton Square to enjoy local artists and live music. Browse the vendors, find a new favorite handmade item, and shop local!

Cost: Free to attend

Celebrate the longest day of the year with an inspiring, large-scale community yoga class as the sun sets over the Museum Park. You’ll be led through guided meditation, breathing practices, seasonal self-reflection prompts, and gentle yoga movements to welcome the season of abundance.

Open to all levels and abilities. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle and dress comfortably for being outside on a summer evening with limited access to shade. Ages 16 and up.

Cost: $28, Members $25

Out! Raleigh Pride is returning on June 20-21, 2025 for our 13th year! Join us on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh! Friday, June 20th is the newest addition to Pride Month in the City of Oaks. Friday will focus on adults (18+) only entertainment and vendors. Friday night will run from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.

Saturday, June 21st from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm is the action-packed, family-friendly festival you’re used to. The event offers live entertainment, local vendors and artists, great food, a KidsZone, and a beer garden! There is no admission fee for either day.

This event is an important way to raise the necessary funds to support the LGBT Center of Raleigh and all of its 20+ amazing community programs. Last year's event brought tens of thousands of people onto Raleigh’s Fayetteville Street to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, our friends, and families.

In the last decade, the event has become an integral part of Raleigh’s downtown culture, promoting diversity, awareness, and a sense of belonging for the LGBTQIA+ community. Each year has been more successful than the last, and this year will be no exception!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Cost: Free to attend

Back for its 16th season, our Midtown Beach Music Series continues to be a regional and local favorite. This series is a community-building event where guests can enjoy live outdoor music with their friends, neighbors, and co-workers. This concert series is held in the sweet spot of the warm weather season, April through June, for a 12-week season.

• June 5th - The Catalinas

• June 12th - Too Much Sylvia

• June 19th - Blackwater Band

• June 26th - The Embers ft. Craig Woolard

Cost: $6.15 per person

Throughout the month of June, join Waverly Place for Live Music Wednesdays in the Waverly Place Park, 5pm-8pm. You’ll be treated to a variety of popular, local bands playing a variety of genres. Make a date night of it or connect with friends and family. Bring a blanket and/or portable chairs to sit in the Park. Plan a late dinner at one of our restaurants or to stay after visiting one of our Waverly Place merchants.

• 06/04/2025, 5:30-8:30pm – The Embers Featuring Craig Woolard

• 06/11/2025, 5:30-8:30pm – THE MAGIC PIPERS

• 06/18/2025, 5:30-8:30pm – THE RAY BAND

• 06/25/2025, 5:30-8:30pm – NORTH TOWER

Theses concerts will be hosted light drizzle or shine. In the event of severe weather and cancelation/reschedule, we’ll provide an update via their site and our social media profiles.

NOTE: Wine and beer will be available for purchase on-site. Coolers and outside alcohol are not permitted.

COST: Free to attend

Juneteenth (June 19th) is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the abolition of slavery in the United States. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, family activities, vendors and food at this community celebration presented by the Capital City Juneteenth Committee, City of Raleigh, and Dix Park Conservancy!

COST: FREE

Join Seed Sewer’s as we explore the wonderful world of sewing! In this class you will learn how to thread and operate a sewing machine, get more familiar with various sewing tools, learn pinning, and more! The goal is to raise your confidence and to get you more comfortable using a sewing machine. Please bring your own machines and supplies if you are able; the instructor will have some machines, supplies, and fabric available for use if needed.