Celebrate African American culture and community through a lively downtown festival featuring art, music, dance, food, local vendors, and family-friendly experiences.

Spend a late-summer evening with NC’s Steep Canyon Rangers as the Grammy-winning bluegrass group brings its blend of acoustic roots, Americana, and contemporary songwriting to Bowstring.

Experience cultures from around the world through live music and dance performances, international food tastings, cultural activities, and a global bazaar filled with artisan goods and unique finds.

Enjoy a free, interactive family concert featuring cello music from around the world for an easy Sunday afternoon of live music and cultural discovery.

Dress up for an ABBA-inspired evening of music, fine dining, entertainment, and auction experiences benefiting Theatre Raleigh and its artistic and educational programming.

Cool off before summer winds down with splash pad fun, games, giveaways, and a live DJ at this upbeat family celebration in Knightdale Station Park.

Kick off Labor Day weekend with live music, local vendors, food trucks, and an easygoing evening gathering at Oak City Brewing Company.

Bring a lawn chair for a free outdoor concert featuring EnVision’s mix of R&B, Motown, pop, funk, and dance favorites, plus food trucks and local vendors.

Cheer on quirky pine cars and homemade soapbox racers during this longtime Raleigh tradition featuring a costume-filled parade, downhill derby, live music, and plenty of community fun.

Request your favorite songs and join the fun at an interactive dueling piano show mixing live music from across the decades, comedy, and plenty of audience participation.