The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting a Labor Day Cookout on Monday, September 1, 2025, from 2 to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Pay for your food and drink. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Labor Day Cookout at The Plant in Pittsboro
Entertainment
Talk at Welcome Tattoo: Before the Boom — How the 60s and 70s Rewired the Future of Tattooing on Aug. 31
Welcome Tattoo, 316 West Geer Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Before the Boom: How the 60s and 70s Rewired the Future of Tattooing on Sunday, August 31, 2025, 5 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Browse a Pop-Up Shop by The BookMistress, a curated selection of rare tattoo books, vintage prints, and memorabilia from The BookMistress pop-up shop. Then at 7 p.m., the presentation … [Read more...] about Talk at Welcome Tattoo: Before the Boom — How the 60s and 70s Rewired the Future of Tattooing on Aug. 31
50th Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers’ Days in Siler City Labor Day Weekend
Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park, at 4221 Silk Hope Road, Siler City, NC, is hosting its 50th Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers' Day festival on August 30 and 31, 2025, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. This festival is a celebration of the agricultural heritage of the area. Tickets are $5, with children under 6 admitted for free. Parking is free. The festival features: Tickets are extra for the … [Read more...] about 50th Annual Old-Fashioned Farmers’ Days in Siler City Labor Day Weekend
African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
The African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County is an annual Labor Day Weekend celebration of African American culture as expressed through art, music, dance, food and community. It is taking place August 30 and 31, 2025 and is free to attend. The festival takes place along Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. The festival features: Make sure to check the … [Read more...] about African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County Labor Day Weekend
End of Summer Block Party at Gipson Play Plaza: Free music and arts festival Aug. 30
Oak City Music Collective and Dix Park are presenting the End of Summer Block Party, a free music and arts festival, on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 1 to 11 p.m. It will take place at Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park. Enjoy music from many genres and countries. The address is 715 Biggs Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event was announced by Oak City Music Collective on … [Read more...] about End of Summer Block Party at Gipson Play Plaza: Free music and arts festival Aug. 30
Live music at Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew in Hillsborough: Mystery Hillbillies on Aug. 30, and more
Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, at 114 W. King Street, Hillsborough, serves cocktails, wine and beer. It frequently hosts events like music, comedy, trivia, and open mics. There is no cover for most events. However, please tip the performers, and consider buying a CD or other merchandise if you enjoy the performance. Also, please tip your bartender. You can see everything coming up on … [Read more...] about Live music at Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew in Hillsborough: Mystery Hillbillies on Aug. 30, and more
Campfire and Movie in the Park at Chapel Hill Community Center: Cars on Aug. 29
Chapel Hill Parks & Recreation is hosting Campfire and Movie in the Park on Friday, August 29, 2025, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., at Chapel Hill Community Center Park, 120 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Parent or guardian must accompany children under 12 years old. You'll roast marshmallows and make s'mores by the campfire, and then watch the movie, Cars, at … [Read more...] about Campfire and Movie in the Park at Chapel Hill Community Center: Cars on Aug. 29
Free play at The Baxter on Aug. 29 for the cat, PiePan’s, birthday
The Baxter, the arcade bar at 108 North Graham Street, Chapel Hill, features over 50 video games and pinball machines, two lounge areas, a patio, and a wide selection of beer, as well as some non-alcoholic drinks. You can learn about The Baxter's upcoming events on their Facebook page. The Baxter is hosting a birthday party for the cat, PiePan, on Friday, August 29, 2025, which may or might … [Read more...] about Free play at The Baxter on Aug. 29 for the cat, PiePan’s, birthday
Live Music Every Friday Until Halloween at Growler Grlz in Durham, and more
Growler Grlz, at 4810 Hope Valley Road, Durham, NC, is a taproom that features a wide variety of fresh craft beer on tap. Fill up a reusable growler to enjoy after your visit. Growler Grlz also hosts a lot of live events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are a few of them... Upcoming Events OktoBEERfest PartySaturday, September 13, 20254 to 7 p.m.Free There will be beer … [Read more...] about Live Music Every Friday Until Halloween at Growler Grlz in Durham, and more
Upcoming Events at Flying Bull Beer Company
Flying Bull Beer Company, at 752 Ninth Street, Durham, North Carolina, was established in 2020. It features its own brews, as well as hard-to-find guest beers and ciders. Flying Bull Beer Company hosts live music, trivia, and more. They offer pretzels and chips, and you're welcome to bring in food from one of the eateries on Ninth Street. Many will deliver to the brewery. You can find their … [Read more...] about Upcoming Events at Flying Bull Beer Company
