Spring has finally sprung! Get outside and celebrate the new season with a flower exhibit, food truck rodeo, new baseball exhibit and more! Here's a round-up of events happening in our area from March 22-24.
Spring has finally sprung! Get outside and celebrate the new season with a flower exhibit, food truck rodeo, new baseball exhibit and more! Here's a round-up of events happening in our area from March 22-24.
Winter Jam 2019, Friday 7 p.m.
Christian music's largest annual tour stops in Raleigh! This year's Winter Jam will be on an "in the round" center state. The lineup at PNC Arena includes acts like American Idol finalist Danny Gokey, Grammy-winning artist Mandisa, Northern Ireland's "Count Every Blessing" worshippers Rend Collective and female solo rocker LEDGER. The tour also includes a Gospel presentation.
Baseball in Fayetteville Exhibit, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Open through 2019)
This new exhibit opens Friday and highlights Fayetteville's 150-year love of the game and home run hitting heritage.The exhibit is at the Fayetteville Area Transportation and Local History Museum and is free. Fun Fact: Babe Ruth hit his first professional home run and got his nickname in Fayetteville.
Jackson Browne at DPAC, Friday 8 p.m.
Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne will perform with longtime bandmates in an acoustic concert.
Art in Bloom, Friday 9 a.m. -9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
The North Carolina Museum of Art's fourth annual festival of art and flowers is here! Over 50 floral masterpieces created by world-class designers were inspired by Museum's collection. The festival is $18 for non-members, $13 for members and free for children 6 and younger.
All American Marathon / Half Marathon / 5K, Sunday 7 a.m.
Runners will start in downtown Fayetteville at Festival Park traveling through this historic district to the All American Freeway ending up at Fort Bragg. The run will end with a finish festival.
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The Great Human Race 5k Run and Community Walk, Saturday 9:30 a.m.
In its 24th year, the Great Human Race combines fundraising with a 5K and community walk. It has raised over $3 million since 1996.
Musical March at The Lumina, Saturday 9 a.m. and Sunday 7 p.m.
Chapel Hill's Lumina Theater will be offering two showings of the classic movie musical Moulin Rouge! There will also be live music, karaoke, costume contests and prizes. Tickets are $5.
Celtic Woman, Saturday 7:30 p.m.
Global musical sensation Celtic Woman will come to DPAC. The ensemble celebrates Ireland's rich musical heritage.
Seth Meyers, Saturday 7:30 and 9:30 p.m.
Late night host Seth Meyers will come to the Carolina Theatre this weekend. Meyers was on Saturday Night Live for 13 season seasons, served as head writer for nine seasons and was the anchor of Weekend Update for eight seasons.
The Music of Queen with North Carolina Symphony, Saturday and Sunday 8 - 10 p.m.
Love the iconic band Queen? If so, you can't miss the one-of-a-kind tribute concert with the NC Symphony and a full rock band. They will be sure to rock you!
The King and I, Friday 6:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1 and 6:30 p.m.
Known as one of Rodgers & Hammerstein's greatest works, the iconic musical features classic songs like "Shall We Dance" and "Getting to Know You." There will be multiple showings this weekend at Duke Energy Center.
Bull City Food & Beer Experience at DPAC, Sunday 4 p.m.
This is the 7th year of the event. 30 restaurants will feature unlimited sampling. Local and national breweries will offer sampling as well. All ticket holders must be 21+ and bring an ID.
Durham Central Park Food Truck Rodeo, Sunday 12 - 4 p.m.
Food lovers of all ages can come out and try the Triangle's most popular food trucks - it only happens five times a year! The event is free and you only pay for what you choose to eat. This featured band this time is DreamRoot - a blend of neo-soul and jazz.
Baby Goat Festival, Saturday and Sunday 12 - 4 p.m.
Spring Haven Farm is welcoming spring with two afternoons of baby goats, other farm animals, springtime treats, face painting and tractor train rides.