
Music at the Arboretum - Arbor Evenings
Cajun and zydeco grooves from local favorite Bayou Diesel fill the NC Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings series. Bring your own picnic food, then grab beer and wine on-site while listening under the trees (no outside alcohol allowed).
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