Pullen Park Amusements, 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, has started to stay open later for the spring, giving everyone more time to enjoy the carousel, playground and train ride. The new hours, which started March 21, 2025, are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the week. The train runs until sunset. In addition, there will be special entertainment on Friday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. … [Read more...] about Pullen Amusements extends hours for the spring — plus special activities Friday nights
Entertainment
Premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu’s “Saints & Aints” March 28 and 29 — features music and puppetry
NC State LIVE is presenting the premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu's theatre work, Saints and Aints, at James B. Hunt Jr. Library, 1070 Partners Way, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This work will feature Ahanu's poetry, along with music and puppetry. Nationally recognized Triangle-based poet Dasan Ahanu will be in residence with NC State LIVE for the 2024-25 academic year. During his … [Read more...] about Premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu’s “Saints & Aints” March 28 and 29 — features music and puppetry
Karaoke Friday at Flying Bull Beer Company
Flying Bull Beer Company, at 752 Ninth Street, Durham, North Carolina, was established in 2020. It features its own brews, as well as hard-to-find guest beers and ciders. Flying Bull Beer Company hosts live music, trivia, and more. They offer pretzels and chips, and you're welcome to bring in food from one of the eateries on Ninth Street. Many will deliver to the brewery. You can find their … [Read more...] about Karaoke Friday at Flying Bull Beer Company
Margaret Lane Gallery: Last Friday art show, music, more…
Margaret Lane Gallery, 121 West Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, North Carolina, features work from 35+ local artists, monthly curated show and rotating exhibits. The art gallery also hosts events and workshops. Learn about upcoming events on their website and Facebook page. Last Friday Art WalkFriday, March 28, 20256 to 9 p.m.Free During Last Friday Art Walk: … [Read more...] about Margaret Lane Gallery: Last Friday art show, music, more…
Weekly Square Dancing in Wake Forest
Wake Forest Squares is a square dance club that meets weekly to dance at St. John's Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 834 Durham Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina. They dance most Friday nights, year round, from 7 to 9 p.m. These are family-friendly events, and all ages are welcome. But check their calendar online to make sure there are no changes. There is no square dancing on March 21, 2025, but … [Read more...] about Weekly Square Dancing in Wake Forest
Comedy Nights at Vault Craft Beer in Raleigh
Vault Craft Beer, at 518 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presented many comedy nights throughout 2025. Read on for several events. A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Showcase A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Showcase takes place on Friday, February 21, 2025. There will be a free High Rise sampling at 7 p.m. and then the comedy show at 8 p.m. Admission is free. Comedy Nights Comedy … [Read more...] about Comedy Nights at Vault Craft Beer in Raleigh
Film at Fletcher Park – A League of their Own March 30
Celebrate Women's History Month by viewing A League of Their Own (1992) at the Fletcher Park Amphitheater, 920 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will take place Sunday, March 30, 2025, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend and all ages are welcome Bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. The movie will start at 7:30 p.m. This film about the first women’s professional baseball … [Read more...] about Film at Fletcher Park – A League of their Own March 30
Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse, 2700 North Roxboro Street in Durham, has a mission of reaching out to the community and providing a safe, clean, peaceful atmosphere for people to come and enjoy a good cup of coffee, music, games and fun. Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse is an outreach ministry of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Everything, from the music to the coffee and desserts, is on a donation … [Read more...] about Free concerts at Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse in Durham
Free screening of “Small Island Big Song” at Neptunes Parlour April 15
NC State Sustainability Stewards are presenting a free screening of "Small Island Big Song" on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at Neptunes Parlour, 14 W Martin Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Enjoy light smacks and small crafts as well. Following the film, Neptunes will be hosting International Jazz Open Jam, which is also free to attend, at 8 p.m. Small Island Big Song is a … [Read more...] about Free screening of “Small Island Big Song” at Neptunes Parlour April 15
37th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival April 26-27
The 37th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival takes place April 25 and 26, 2025, in the Downtown of nearby Mebane, North Carolina. Mebane is 20 miles to the northwest of Chapel Hill, and just 10 miles to the west of Hillsborough. It's free to attend and to enjoy the entertainment, but you'll need funds for food, drinks, rides, etc. Mebane Dogwood Festival has created Facebook events for each … [Read more...] about 37th Annual Mebane Dogwood Festival April 26-27
