UPDATE: The Lightup Festival has been canceled. Here's the statement from the organizer: The Chinese New Year Celebration in Raleigh has also been canceled. The Chinese School at Chapel Hill is presenting Lightup Festival on Sunday, February 2nd, 2020, from 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., at 140 W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill. Celebrate the Year of the Rat at this free event. The Lightup … [Read more...] about Lightup Festival in Chapel Hill has been canceled
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Live music at Saints & Scholars Pub in North Raleigh: Peak City Band
Saints & Scholars, at 909 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, brings food, beer, spirits, and live music to North Raleigh. There's no cover for the live music, but tips are appreciated. You can find their music schedule on their Facebook page. Here are a few upcoming events: Friday, January 24th, 2020, 9 p.m.: Peak City Band Saturday, January 25th, 2020, 9 p.m.: Major Vice Friday, … [Read more...] about Live music at Saints & Scholars Pub in North Raleigh: Peak City Band
Free: Sensory-Friendly Creative Saturdays at Sertoma
NOTE: These are on hold for now. Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 W. Millbrook Road, Raleigh, is hosting Sensory-Friendly Saturdays on the second Saturday of the month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This free event offers accessible accommodations for individuals with Sensory Processing Disorders and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The Arts Center will provide an accepting and inclusive environment, … [Read more...] about Free: Sensory-Friendly Creative Saturdays at Sertoma
Free in-store concerts at Schoolkids Records in Raleigh
Schoolkids Records, 2237 Avent Ferry Rd., Suite 101, Raleigh, hosts frequent performances by touring bands. They're free to attend but you're encouraged to tip the bands, buy a beer, and buy records. Follow the links below, to the Facebook events, to learn more details about the performances and the bands. Here's some of what's coming up, but check Schoolkids Records' Facebook page for … [Read more...] about Free in-store concerts at Schoolkids Records in Raleigh
Grab these movie tickets deals while they last
Right now, Groupon is offering some very good deals on movie tickets at AMC movie theaters. These all are available for just a limited amount of time. One thing to keep in mind when purchasing a Groupon is that there are no additional fees. The price listed is the entire price. The prices vary a little bit, but start at just $5.29. The deal is for selected dates and times, through … [Read more...] about Grab these movie tickets deals while they last
New Year’s Eve Party with live music and two champagne toasts at Nash Street Tavern in Hillsborough (no cover)
Nash Street Tavern, 250 S Nash Street, Hillsborough, is Hillsborough's corner bar. Nash Street Tavern features a diverse selection of domestic and craft beers in bottles, cans, and on tap. They also are stocked with a selection of wines. You can see local and regional bands on stage here, Fridays and Saturdays, with no cover. There's also an open mic on Tuesdays and a dart tournament … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve Party with live music and two champagne toasts at Nash Street Tavern in Hillsborough (no cover)
The Cat’s Meow New Year’s Eve Celebration at Arcana
Arcana is a basement bar and lounge in Durham that hosts live music, comedy, book clubs, art, tarot readings and a lot more. It offers wines, craft beers, and modern cocktails, but also uses herbs and an extensive collection of liqueurs in its drinks. It doesn't serve food but you're welcome to bring your own food in with you. Age 21+. You can find it at the back entrance of 331 W. Main … [Read more...] about The Cat’s Meow New Year’s Eve Celebration at Arcana
FREE performance of Carolina Ballet’s The Nutcracker
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The Carolina Ballet is presenting a FREE performance of The Nutcracker, courtesy of PNC. The free performance will take place on Friday, December 27th, 2019, at 2 p.m., at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, in Duke Energy Center, 2 E. South Street, Raleigh. Tickets will not be available until the day of the performance. Starting at 10 a.m. on December 27th, you can pick up your free tickets at the … [Read more...] about FREE performance of Carolina Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek Lawn Pass gets you admission to a season of shows for just $199
Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek, 3801 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, is offering what could be a great gift for the music lover on your list. You can buy a 2020 Lawn Pass for $199 (plus fees) that will include: 1 Personalized pass that acts as your ticket to the Moe's Lawn for Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek's 2020 season (even sold out shows)* as part of the … [Read more...] about Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek Lawn Pass gets you admission to a season of shows for just $199
Retro-cade Game Night at Video Vortex at Alamo Drafthouse
Video Vortex, at Alamo Drafthouse, 2116-D New Bern Avenue, Raleigh, is not only a video store, but is also an immersive video-themed bar. You can enjoy 40 local beers on tap (or take them home in a can.) You can take home up to two rental titles at a time. For free. they've got all kinds of films on Blue-Ray, DVD and even VHS. They'll even rent you a VCR and tell you how to … [Read more...] about Retro-cade Game Night at Video Vortex at Alamo Drafthouse
