Shop Local Raleigh is presenting Jazzin' @ Sweetwater on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:3 p.m., at Sweetwater, 2701 Lanview Lane, Apex, North Carolina. This is a free event. Enjoy live music from the John Brown Trio. In addition, shop from vendors, and purchase food, wine, beer and cocktails. Bring your chairs and blankets. … [Read more...] about Jazzin’ at Sweetwater — live music with John Brown Trio Aug. 15
40+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2025
Fall festivals in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas will be great in 2025! Please check out this big list of festivals all fall in the Triangle. Our list is getting updated every day. Jump to: Also, whether you're looking for a spooky experience or totally kid-friendly fun, be sure to check out our list of corn mazes, pumpkin patches and haunted trails in the Triangle. … [Read more...] about 40+ fall festivals in the Triangle in 2025
Marbles’ Art Bash rescheduled to Aug. 14 — free arts activities for kids
Marbles' Art Bash is a free event for kids in the outdoor Marbles Playway on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 4 to 7 p.m. This is a rescheduled date, due to the weather forecast on August 7. Imagine, create and express yourself at Marbles Big Art Bash! Collaborate with local artists and on one-of-a-kind creations and explore hands-on art installations in the Marbles Playway. All outdoor … [Read more...] about Marbles’ Art Bash rescheduled to Aug. 14 — free arts activities for kids
Weekly comedy at Flying Saucer Raleigh
Flying Saucer, 328 W Morgan Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, offers over 300 beers, including 81 draughts and over 200 in bottles. They're always changing. Flying Saucer also offers food, including sandwiches, sandwiches, soup, pizza, snacks and more. In addition, Flying Saucer offers entertainment. Find their schedule on their Facebook page or website. Here are a couple of recurring … [Read more...] about Weekly comedy at Flying Saucer Raleigh
Beer & Banjos at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard on Tuesdays
Every Tuesday (with some exceptions) from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Bowstring Pizza, 1930 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, is hosting Beer and Banjos, a free music series that features acoustic music in the folk, bluegrass, Americana and traditional varieties. This is a new location for Beer & Banjos. Local and regional artists will perform. Beer and Banjos is presented by Pinecone. Visit Beer and … [Read more...] about Beer & Banjos at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard on Tuesdays
Jeopardy Bar League Trivia at Edit Beer Co., August 12
Edit Beer Co., at 1911 Sego Ct., Suite 101, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a craft brewery with 20 taps and a mix of beers brewed on-site. It also features curated offerings from fine beer, wine, and cider makers. Visit Edit Beer Co.'s Facebook page to see what they have going on. Upcoming Events Jeopardy Bar League TriviaTuesday, August 12, 20257 to 9 p.m.Free Recurring … [Read more...] about Jeopardy Bar League Trivia at Edit Beer Co., August 12
Back to School Book Bag Giveaway at Hope House in Wake Forest Aug. 16
Hope House, 334 N Allen Road, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is hosting a Back to School Book Bag Giveaway on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register here. This free event includes: … [Read more...] about Back to School Book Bag Giveaway at Hope House in Wake Forest Aug. 16
Free Black History Walking Tours in Downtown Raleigh
The City of Raleigh is offering a free Black History Walking Tour in Downtown Raleigh every Saturday from August 2 to September 13, 2025, from 10 to 11 a.m. It leaves from City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The tour will take you through the historic Black business district, where you'll learn about Black history at various points in time in the heart … [Read more...] about Free Black History Walking Tours in Downtown Raleigh
Knightdale Arts and Education Festival Aug 16: Free backpacks, haircuts, more…
Knightdale Parks and Recreation is hosting its annual Arts and Education Festival (also known as K-Fest) on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a free back-to-school event. It will feature: … [Read more...] about Knightdale Arts and Education Festival Aug 16: Free backpacks, haircuts, more…
Back to School Jamboree at Chavis Park Aug 16 — free lunch boxes and water bottles
Families are invited to a Back to School Jamboree at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC, on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. This is a free event. There will be bounce houses, entertainment, crafts and more. Free lunch boxes and water bottles are available to students while supplies last. … [Read more...] about Back to School Jamboree at Chavis Park Aug 16 — free lunch boxes and water bottles
