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May 15

Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons

Beach Music Series – Blackwater Band

Shag the night away at the Beach Music Series with the Blackwater Band, powered by Brightspeed!
May 1 – May 15

Commerce Square Park

Market & Music

Enjoy free concert on May 1 with the Special Occassion Band and May 15 Marsha Morgan Band.
May 16

Atlantic Beach Circle

Atlantic Beach Music Festival 2026

Save the date for the 12th Annual AB Beach Music Festival on the boardwalk at the Circle on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
May 16

Ernest Freeman Town Park

Stedman Party in the Park

Stedman Party in the Park begins at 10am with opening ceremonies, music, craft vendors, food trucks.
May 16

Daniel Boone Native Gardens

Native Plant Sale and Fundraiser

A wide selection of native perennials, ferns, sedges, grasses, trees, and shrubs will be available.
May 16

Downtown Graham

Arts Around the Square

Graham’s cherished signature event returns to downtown this year with a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and community.
May 16

Orange County Public Library Main Branch

Songs of the Season with Joe Woodson and Friends

Join Joe Woodson and Friends as they sing songs of the Season; with special guests and special songs from the new CD “Grizzly Bear”
May 20

Hinnant Family Vineyards

Yoga+Wine Night

Take a deep breath, grab your yoga mat, and join us for a laid-back evening at Hinnant Family Vineyards.
May 21

Crown Complex

Chicago: Live in Concert

For one night only, legendary rock band Chicago takes the stage with a night of iconic hits and unforgettable energy.
May 22

Roseboro Common Stage

aLive in the ‘Boro – Rivermist Band

The May 22nd concert will feature local band, Rivermist.
May 23

Clayton Shopping Plaza

Community Pet Adoption Event

On May 23rd from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at 897 Town Centre Blvd., Clayton, we will be holding an adoption event at our office located in the Clayton shopping plaza.
Apr 21 – May 24

Hillsborough Gallery of Arts

Flights of Fancy

Terra cotta pottery by Garry Childs, colorful landscapes by Pat Merriman, carved, hyper-realistic scratchboard art by Sally Terrell.
May 24

Camp United Methodist Church

“You’re Not Alone”, a Charity Christian Concert

Get ready for an unforgettable night at the “You’re Not Alone” charity concert, supporting Christian Recovery Centers!
May 23 – May 24

Main Street, Hendersonville, NC

Garden Jubilee

Hendersonville’s annual Garden Jubilee transforms seven blocks of Main Street into a giant nursery garden on Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend.
May 25

Downtown Clarkton

Spring Meet on Railroad Street

Parade begins at 10am, followed by food vendors, arts and crafts vendors set up near Butler Park in Downtown Clarkton, NC.
Sep 23 – May 26

Otto Community Development Center

Children’s Ballet Classes

Children’s Ballet Classes Beginner Ballet & Intermediate Ballet is held on Tuesdays, 4:00pm & 5:00pm – weekly class, registration is ongoing
May 29

Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons

Beach Music Series – The Extraordinaires

Shag the night away at the Beach Music Series with The Extraordinaires, powered by Brightspeed!
May 29

Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather by Night: Twilight Hike

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series!
May 30

Memorial park

Kayak for the Warriors Kayak & SUP Race

Participants are invited to take part in the annual Kayak and Paddle Challenge, a thrilling race through scenic waters that raises funds for veterans.
May 2 – May 30

Iredell Statesville Community Enrichment Corporation

Levitt AMP Statesville Music Series

Free, live outdoor musical performances, venue opening at 4:00 pm on Saturdays.
May 23 – May 31

Grandfather Mountain

Rhododendron Ramble

Take a daily, short, guided stroll that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms.
Jun 1

Grandfather Mountain

Educator Workshop: Project Learning Tree

The Project Learning Tree Educator Workshop is organized by N.C. State University and hosted at Grandfather Mountain.
Jun 6

V-Point Community Center

V-Point Country Ham Breakfast

Country Ham Breakfast, serving biscuits, country ham, eggs, sausage hot & mild, sausage & red-eyed gravy, grits, apples, coffee, & soft drinks. Hrs, 7 am-10 am.
Jun 5 – Jun 6

Alleghany County Fairgrounds

Blue Ridge Fiber Fest

Vendors, classes Fiber Arts, Animals Fun for the whole family.