Ascension Gallery, at 416 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is dedicated to showing modern and contemporary works by artists of the African diaspora. The gallery will feature trendsetting exhibitions by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color.) Ascension Gallery is celebrating its grand opening from August 1 to 3, 2025, with a number of events to celebrate Conscious and … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Ascension Gallery in Raleigh
Entertainment
First Friday: live music, vendor market, and food trucks at Oak City Brewing Co., August 1
Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak City Brewing at 616 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. Oak City Brewing Company hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page or website … [Read more...] about First Friday: live music, vendor market, and food trucks at Oak City Brewing Co., August 1
Beer Study Carrboro: Comedy Night and more
Beer Study Carrboro, at 101 Two Hills Drive, Carrboro, North Carolina, is a bottle shop and bar that features a rotating selection of rare and local brews, ciders and imports. Beer Study Carrboro hosts many events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are a few upcoming events. Upcoming Events Study Break: Stand-Up ComedyFriday, August 1, 20257:30 p.m.Free Hosted by Joel … [Read more...] about Beer Study Carrboro: Comedy Night and more
Bynum Front Porch Summer Music Series: Neville’s Quarter Aug. 1
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road in Pittsboro (Chatham County), is a relaxed setting to enjoy music, and worth the drive from other parts of the Triangle. They host several regularly scheduled events, including storytelling, a music series, and a bluegrass jam session, open to all. Bynum Front Porch is a nonprofit that rents the old Bynum General Store, turning it into a community gathering … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch Summer Music Series: Neville’s Quarter Aug. 1
First Friday at Sweetwater Apex on Aug. 1– live music, vendor market, more…
Enjoy First Friday at Sweetwater Apex, 2701 Lawnview Lane, Apex, North Carolina, on the select Fridays, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m. This will be a lively evening under the stars, on the lawn, filled with local vendors, live music, wine & beer, and fun for the whole family! Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets and kick back on the all-new event lawn while you browse amazing local goods, … [Read more...] about First Friday at Sweetwater Apex on Aug. 1– live music, vendor market, more…
First Friday at CoLab: Theme Roulette Aug. 1
The CoLab, at 14 Glenwood Avenue, Suite #17, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a supportive community of artists. CoLab holds many events, which you can find at thecolabraleigh.com. Here's one that's coming up... First Friday at CoLab: Theme RouletteFriday, August 1, 20256 p.m. to 11 p.m.Free Every month CoLab has a new theme for their gallery shows. They are meant to inspire and not restrict, … [Read more...] about First Friday at CoLab: Theme Roulette Aug. 1
First Friday in Downtown Fuquay-Varina
Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association presents First Friday in Downtown Fuquay-Varina the first Friday of the month, from 5 to 9 p.m. During this event, enjoy live music, local shopping, special deals and events. Explore the arts scene of Fuquay-Varina. On March 7, 2025, there will be a March Night Market from 5 to 8 p.m., featuring makers and artists. Follow Fuquay-Varina Downtown … [Read more...] about First Friday in Downtown Fuquay-Varina
First Friday Raleigh Aug. 1
The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food at First Friday Raleigh. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative art venues and more. Each venue sets its own hours, but in general, the walk is from 6 to 9 p.m. Read on for what's going on during Raleigh's First Friday Gallery Walk, but make sure to check out … [Read more...] about First Friday Raleigh Aug. 1
Common Market Durham: Live music with Ol Joey Scrums Aug. 1
Common Market, 1821 Green Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting many events. The following events were sent out in their email newsletter, and you can follow along on their Instagram for updates. It would be a good idea to double check! Live music: Ol Joey ScrumsFriday, August 1, 20256 to 8 p.m.Free Comedy Open MicFriday, August 9, 20257 p.m.Free A Good Time Comedy is bringing you a … [Read more...] about Common Market Durham: Live music with Ol Joey Scrums Aug. 1
Performances at the Page — Celebration of Bluegrass Aug. 1
The Town of Cary is presenting a concert series, Performances at the Page. The concert series includes ticketed events in the galleries of Page-Walker Arts & History Center. but also FREE concerts on the lawn. The Page-Walker Arts & History Center is at 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, NC. Blankets and lawn chairs are permitted, but no umbrellas or tents. A food truck will be on site, … [Read more...] about Performances at the Page — Celebration of Bluegrass Aug. 1
