The Throwdown Events and Entertainment presents NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. This event is free to attend. Pay for food and drink. NC Throwdown Food Truck Rodeo features: … [Read more...] about The Throwdown Presents Food Truck Rodeo at Triangle Town Center Aug. 29
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Free Wine Tastings at Taps and Social, and more
Taps and Social, 9954 Chapel Hill Road, Cary, North Carolina, offers a wide variety of beer and wine on tap, as well as on the shelves. It also hosts many events throughout the year, which you can find on their Facebook page. Deals & Discounts … [Read more...] about Free Wine Tastings at Taps and Social, and more
Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant Aug. 30
The Plant and Fullsteam Brewery are presenting the second Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. Celebrate North America’s largest native fruit at Pawpaw Palooza. Sample creative uses of this regional treasure while enjoying local food, drinks, shopping, and live music. Festival … [Read more...] about Pawpaw Palooza at The Plant Aug. 30
Play Rock, Paper, Scissors at Two Roosters Ice Cream for a chance at a discount on Aug. 27
Two Roosters Ice Cream is celebrating World Rock, Paper, Scissors Day on August 27, 2026, with a challenge. After you make your purchase, challenge a scooper at the register to play Rock, Paper, Scissors. If you win, get 10% off your order. Announced on Facebook. One game per transaction! No "best of 3, best of 5," etc.! And standard rules apply. Rock. Paper. Scissors. (No Lizard. No … [Read more...] about Play Rock, Paper, Scissors at Two Roosters Ice Cream for a chance at a discount on Aug. 27
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
Chestnut Carnival at The Plant in Pittsboro Nov. 15
The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting its 3rd Annual Chestnut Carnival on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. It's free to attend. This family event features: … [Read more...] about Chestnut Carnival at The Plant in Pittsboro Nov. 15
Free coffee and donuts for a year at new Dunkin’s grand opening
If you're an early riser, you might be able to score weekly coffee or donuts for a year at one of Raleigh's Dunkin' locations. The Dunkin' at 3907 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, North Carolina is giving away free coffee and donuts for a year on Tuesday, August 25, and Wednesday, August 26, 2026, as part of its grand opening festivities. If you're seeing this post in the Tuesday newsletter you might … [Read more...] about Free coffee and donuts for a year at new Dunkin’s grand opening
Rita’s Italian Ice: Buy a custard cone and get a free Italian ice
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has a special deal for the rest of August. Now through August 31, 2026, Rita's Ice app users who purchase a Small Frozen Custard Cone can get a FREE Small Italian Ice. The deal is available at participating Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard shops nationwide. Offer available exclusively through the Rita's Ice app. One Free Small Italian Ice reward … [Read more...] about Rita’s Italian Ice: Buy a custard cone and get a free Italian ice
Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Aug. 23
Shop Local Raleigh is presenting The Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo on Fayetteville Street in Downtown Raleigh. Many food trucks will be at each of these events, making them some of the biggest food truck events in the Triangle. Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Dates in 2026 Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSunday, June 21, 202612 to 6 p.m.Free (pay for food) Raleigh Food Truck RodeoSunday, August 23, 202612 to 6 … [Read more...] about Raleigh Food Truck Rodeo Aug. 23
Doggie pool party at Ment Beverage Co. on Aug. 22, and more
Ment Beverage Co., at American Tobacco Campus, 312 Blackwell Street, Suite 103, Durham, North Carolina, is a diverse tasting room and home of Honeygirl Meadery. The tasting room has both indoor and outdoor seating, 24 unique taps, award-winning mead, cider, seltzers, local draft beer, non-alcoholic beverages and more. Free parking is available. Ment Beverage hosts frequent events, which you … [Read more...] about Doggie pool party at Ment Beverage Co. on Aug. 22, and more
