Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, 5907 Triangle Dr, Raleigh, holds frequent events and many are free. See their upcoming schedule on their calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events St. Patrick's Day PartySaturday, March 14, 20262 to 8 p.m.Free Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with green beer, live music (3 to 6 p.m.), and St. Paddy's Day food specials from Rescue Dog's Food Truck! Recurring … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Party at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, more
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St. Patrick’s Day at Lonerider Brewery
Lonerider is at 8816 Gulf Ct., Raleigh, NC. Lonerider has been in operation since 2019. Their beer is distributed in nine states and has a portfolio of award-winning beers, including medals from the Great American Beer Festival. Lonerider hosts many events. Find them on the Lonerider Brewery Facebook page. You can also check their website calendar. Upcoming Events St. Patrick's … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day at Lonerider Brewery
Black Genius Fest at Black Wall Street in Durham Feb. 28
Black Genius Fest: Architects of the Dream takes place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Black Wall Street, West Parrish Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a free, family-friendly celebration marking the 100th anniversary of Black History Month. Please register here. Durham's historic Parrish Street will more than 18 interactive exhibitions showcasing creativity, … [Read more...] about Black Genius Fest at Black Wall Street in Durham Feb. 28
Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Feb. 24 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
Beer and Bellydance is a recurring event hosted by Electric Shimmy Bellydance that features live music and dancing. The next Beer and Bellydance takes place at Fortnight Brewery, 1006 SW Maynard Road, Cary, NC, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 8 to 10 p.m. Enjoy live Middle Eastern music by Afrit Temple and live bellydance performances by local bellydance students and performers. This is … [Read more...] about Beer and Bellydance at Fortnight Brewery Feb. 24 — live Middle Eastern music and bellydance performances
An Evening with NC Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green at the Gregg Museum, Feb. 19, and more
NC State's Gregg Museum of Art & Design, at 1903 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, is open to the public and free to visit. Free parking is available adjacent to the building. Currently open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Read on to learn about Gregg Museum's current exhibits and upcoming events. Or jump right to the events! Current and … [Read more...] about An Evening with NC Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green at the Gregg Museum, Feb. 19, and more
Jazz: The Session at Bond Brothers Eastside on Thursdays
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 Jazz: The Session at Bond Brothers Eastside on Thursdays
The Raleigh Uke Jam Feb. 19 — experienced and beginner ukulele players welcome!
The Raleigh Uke Jam is a music gathering open to all, both beginning and experienced ukulele players. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Estill House at the Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, in North Raleigh. They have compiled songbooks of both classic and popular ukulele songs, but feel free to bring along copies of songs that … [Read more...] about The Raleigh Uke Jam Feb. 19 — experienced and beginner ukulele players welcome!
Artist Reception at Block Gallery for Relevant Material: Contemporary Quilting Feb. 19
Block Gallery, on the first and second floors of the Raleigh Municipal Building at 222 W. Hargett Street, Raleigh, offers five to six exhibitions each year. The exhibitions feature work by artists who live or work in Chatham Durham, Johnston, Orange, or Wake County. Block Gallery is free to visit. It's open from Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Relevant Material: Contemporary … [Read more...] about Artist Reception at Block Gallery for Relevant Material: Contemporary Quilting Feb. 19
Skee Ball Tournament at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh on Thursdays
Boxcar Bar and Arcade, 330 West Davie Street, Raleigh, and 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers a huge number of arcade games and pinball machines and console games, as well as air hockey, skeeball, foosball and more. See their whole list of games here. They also host lots of events, including some free ones. This page is for the Raleigh Boxcar location. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade … [Read more...] about Skee Ball Tournament at Boxcar Bar and Arcade Raleigh on Thursdays
8th Annual Chicken Festival in Siler City May 2
Siler City and Siler City Parks and Recreation Department present the 8th Annual Spring Chicken Festival on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Downtown Siler City. Admission is free. The Spring Chicken Festival will take place on three blocks of Chatham Street, between Beaver Street and Third Street. The festival typically features: … [Read more...] about 8th Annual Chicken Festival in Siler City May 2
