Food Not Bombs hosts a free meal on the 3rd Saturday of every month, at 1 p.m., at Chatham Square, 219 Chatham Square, Siler City, North Carolina. Everyone is welcome and no registration is required. In addition, there will be a small Really Really Free Market at the same time. At a Really Really Free Market, people give items away. There's no buying, selling or bartering. If you have items … [Read more...] about Free Meal and Free Market in Siler City Aug. 15
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Piedmont Pear Party at The Plant Aug. 16
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Piedmont Pear Party on Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. Admission is free. Food and drink, and additional activities, are available for purchase. Here's what's happening: And there’s even more pear-inspired fun happening around The Plant, including Gelli Printing with Pears at Roam Paint Press and a fruit … [Read more...] about Piedmont Pear Party at The Plant Aug. 16
The Saloon Social: Hops for Hope Fundraiser at Oak City Brewing Co., Aug. 15, and more!
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 calendar. Upcoming … [Read more...] about The Saloon Social: Hops for Hope Fundraiser at Oak City Brewing Co., Aug. 15, and more!
Free live music at Bombshell Beer Company, and more!
Bombshell Beer Company, at 120 Quantum Street, Holly Springs, is a 100% women-owned microbrewery. They package our beer in kegs and cans which can be found in restaurants and bars throughout the Greater Triangle, Triad, and Sandhills of NC. The Tap Room features up to 12 beers on tap, wine, and soft drinks, and there's an outdoor Beer Garden. Bombshell hosts food trucks, live music, trivia, … [Read more...] about Free live music at Bombshell Beer Company, and more!
Trivia and Music Bingo at Carolina Brewing Company (Holly Springs)
Carolina Brewing Company, 140 Thomas Mill Road in Holly Springs, is the oldest active brewery in Wake County. Here are some of their upcoming events. Look at their Facebook page for upcoming events. Check back soon. Recurring Events Tuesday Night TriviaThe first and third Tuesday of every month (scheduled through December 2026)7:15 and 8:15 p.m.Free Music BingoThe second and … [Read more...] about Trivia and Music Bingo at Carolina Brewing Company (Holly Springs)
WUNC’s Pints & Politics Discussion at bmc brewing in Pittsboro on Aug. 19, and more
bmc brewing, at 213 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, opened in 2021, and serves the Chatham County community. It's part of the Chatham Beverage District, along with Fair Game Beverage Company, Chatham Cider Works, Starrlight Mead, and more. bmc hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page. Here are a few upcoming events. Upcoming Events WUNC's Pints & PoliticsWednesday, … [Read more...] about WUNC’s Pints & Politics Discussion at bmc brewing in Pittsboro on Aug. 19, and more
Dog Daze of Summer Fundraiser at Steel String Pluck Farm, Aug. 29, and more
Steel String Brewery Pluck Farm is located at 6901 NC-54 West, Mebane, North Carolina. Enjoy the natural setting of the native plant gardens, seasonal blooms, and a 22-hole disc golf course. Events for both the Pluck Farm and Carrboro locations can be found on Steel String's Facebook page. Find events for the Carrboro location here. Read on for events at Steel String Pluck Farm. Upcoming … [Read more...] about Dog Daze of Summer Fundraiser at Steel String Pluck Farm, Aug. 29, and more
Taking Back Thursday: Live music at Boxyard RTP with The Forryst Bruthers
Boxyard RTP, at 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, is a 15,000 square foot "cargotecture" development, made of upcycled shipping containers, with a central pavilion for performances. Boxyard RTP includes food and beverage vendors, as well as several retailers and service providers. Read on to learn about some of the upcoming events at Boxyard RTP. Also, check on Boxyard RTP's Facebook page or … [Read more...] about Taking Back Thursday: Live music at Boxyard RTP with The Forryst Bruthers
Rescue Brew Launch Party at Boxyard RTP on Aug. 15
Join Second Chance Pet Adoptions, Fullsteam RTP, RTP Uncorked and Boxyard for the Rescue Brew 2026 Launch Party and dog adoption event at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. This event is free to attend. In addition to having Rescue Brew on tap (and 6-packs will be available for purchase) at Fullsteam RTP they’ll have DJ … [Read more...] about Rescue Brew Launch Party at Boxyard RTP on Aug. 15
“Greg Fest” Comedy Night at Steel String Brewery at Carrboro, Aug. 15
Steel String Brewery Taproom is located at 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro, North Carolina. The Taproom includes indoor and outdoor seating, and is dog-friendly. Events for both the Carrboro and Pluck Farm locations can be found on Steel String's Facebook page. Find events for the Pluck Farm location here. Read on for events at Steel String in Carrboro. Upcoming Events Free Live … [Read more...] about “Greg Fest” Comedy Night at Steel String Brewery at Carrboro, Aug. 15
