Lanza's Cafe, at 601 W Main Street, Carrboro, NC, offers coffee and other hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, beer and more. The cafe also hosts a wide array of events, include game nights, live music, trivia and more. You can find the events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events First Friday Bourbon and Blues Jam SessionFirst Friday of the … [Read more...] about Live Jazz at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro Dec. 28
The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating ends Dec. 28
This winter, once again enjoy outdoor ice skating in Downtown Raleigh, at The RINK, presented by UNC Health. Enjoy skating on a natural ice skating rink in the heart of Raleigh. The RINK is at Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, from November 22, 2025, to December 28, 2025. Please note that this is earlier than the planned end date, due Keep reading to see the specific … [Read more...] about The RINK at Red Hat Amphitheatre — outdoor ice skating ends Dec. 28
Bluegrass Open Jam at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary Sundays
Bond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very full music calendar, in addition to a great beer list. The food truck Bulkogi is there every day that Bond Brothers Eastside is open, offering the Bulkogi Burger, Galbi Basket, Ramen Fried … [Read more...] about Bluegrass Open Jam at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary Sundays
Holiday Party and Trivia, with free pizza and prizes at PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop Dec. 28
PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop, at 900 E Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, hosts frequent events. You can see them all on their Facebook page. You should know that PourWorks is a Green Bay Packer fan establishment, so if you're a Packers fan, you will find your brethren there on game days. Upcoming Events Holiday Party and Trivia (including free pizza)Sunday, December 28, 20256 p.m.Free Holiday trivia … [Read more...] about Holiday Party and Trivia, with free pizza and prizes at PourWorks Beer & Wine Shop Dec. 28
Three Kings Day Parade in Cary Jan 10
The Annual Desfile de Día de Reyes, or Three Kings Day Parade, will take place on North Academy Street in Downtown Cary, NC. It takes place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 1 p.m. Follow Diamante Arts & Culture Center on Facebook for announcements about the event. The parade is presented by Diamante Arts & Cultural Center, a community-grounded, arts and culture organization in North … [Read more...] about Three Kings Day Parade in Cary Jan 10
Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
Kwanzaa is a communal, cultural celebration that honors African-American people and their heritage. The holiday lasts seven days, starting December 26th, each one with a focus on a different principle: Day 1. Umoja means unity. Day 2. Kujichagulia means self-determination. Day 3. Ujima means working together. Day 4. Ujamaa means supporting each other. Day 5. Nia means purpose. Day 6. Kuumba means … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa celebrations in the Triangle in 2025/2026
Seize the Night Trail Run at Forest Ridge Park Jan. 21
Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources is hosting Seize the Night Trail Run. This after-dark run takes place on Wednesdays, January 21 and February 25, 2026, at Forest Ridge Park, 2100 Old NC 98 Hwy, Wake Forest, North Carolina. The runs are from 6 to 8 p.m., and for ages 16+. The cost is $2, and registration is required. Register here. Short on daylight? Training for a trail race? … [Read more...] about Seize the Night Trail Run at Forest Ridge Park Jan. 21
2nd Annual EagleFest at Jordan Lake — celebration of bald eagles
Jordan Lake, at 2060 Jordan Dam Road, Moncure, North Carolina, is celebrating its population of Bald Eagles with its second annual EagleFest in January, 2026. There will be events from January 19 to 24, 2026. We're listing a couple of them below, but follow the Jordan Lake website and Jordan Lake Facebook page for more announcements. Jordan Lake is home to at least 25 nesting pairs of bald … [Read more...] about 2nd Annual EagleFest at Jordan Lake — celebration of bald eagles
Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
On January 4, 2026, the town of Selma is celebrating Three Kings Day with a free event for the whole community. Selma Three Kings Fiesta Selma Three Kings Day CelebrationSunday, January 4, 20262 to 5 p.m.Downtown Selma105 Raiford Street, Selma, NCFree Celebrate Three Kings Day in downtown Selma. A skit in both English and Spanish explaining Three Kings Day will be performed. The … [Read more...] about Selma Three Kings Day Fiesta on Jan. 4
Black History Month Walking Tours in Wake Forest in February, 2026
The Town of Wake Forest and the Wake Forest Historical Museum are partnering to offer free Black History Month Walking Tours of the Northeast Community the first three Fridays of February, 2026, at 1 p.m. (Please note that the year is still indicated as 2025 on that page, at the time of this update, but the dates are for 2026.) Pre-registration is required and each tour is limited to the first … [Read more...] about Black History Month Walking Tours in Wake Forest in February, 2026
