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Arts & Education Festival at Knightdale Station Park

Where creativity, culture, and community come together.

Live After 5 Returns August 20 with Chatham Rabbits & Jack The Radio

Music, food trucks, and drinks at City Plaza.

Jazz in the Square: Free Downtown Concert with Patrick McGrew Trio & Também

Smooth tunes, good food, and wine under the stars.

Stargazing & Cocktails at The Willard 🌌

Telescopes, tipples, and the cosmos—what more could you want?

Sweet Carolina Summer Bash at Olde Raleigh Village

Mechanical bulls, bounce houses, and build-your-own bouquets.

Love Never Fails Dance Party & Market at Tap Yard

Free Sunday fun with soulful DJs, local vendors, and vibes for every age.

Summerfest at Fenton: A Nostalgic Boardwalk Bash

Carnival games, cotton candy, and chaos (the fun kind).

Night Market at North Hills: Food, Finds & Starry Vibes

Local goods, mead pours, and family fun from 4–9pm.

Live After 5 Hits City Plaza July 23 🎉

A free night of music, food trucks, and downtown summer energy.

Raleigh Foodie Fare Takes Over Moore Square 🍴🎨

20+ food trucks, 40+ makers, and live local tunes.

Free Wine Tasting on the Rooftop at 10th & Terrace

Sip four wines, hear their stories, and soak in the skyline.

Thelonious at Fletcher Park: A Free Summer Evening of Jazz

Part of this year’s Summer Concert Series lineup.