Tune in at Centennial!

From lakeside concerts at Lake Raleigh to sunset serenades at the Corner, the series brings together local artists, food, culture and the energy of Raleigh’s creative scene. Gather with friends, explore new sounds and experience the campus as a hub for music across the city.

LIVE at Lake Raleigh | April 9 & 23, May 7 & 21
Our free, family-friendly concert series on the picturesque shore of Lake Raleigh returns Thursday evenings in April and May of 2026. This collaboration between NC State LIVE and Centennial Campus Placemaking celebrates the unique voices of North Carolina’s extraordinary music scene.

Artist Notes | May 29, June 12, July 10 & 24, August 7
That Station’s Artist Notes will return to The Corner this year with more nights and more music. Each night will feature an artist who will play great music and share personal insights. Chris Edge will guide us through the ups and downs of our featured artists’ careers and the stories behind their songs.

919 Day | Sept. 11, 2026
Mark your calendars for 919 Day: a Raleigh Celebration at The Corner! This year, That Station and NC State Centennial Campus are bringing you a night packed with live music, local flavor and fun for the whole family.

Raleigh Wide Open | Oct. 1, 2026
The Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival begins with a free kickoff celebration at N.C. State’s Centennial Campus. This tradition started in 2025, and it will once again feature multiple sets of music on an outdoor stage, food trucks, and plenty of space for families to set up chairs, dance, and play amid The Corner’s festive string lights and colorful repurposed shipping containers.