Peck & Plume at The Mayton, 301 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, offers breakfast, lunch dinner, and brunch in Downtown Cary. Reservations are strongly encouraged. On Saturday, May 3, 2025, celebrate the Kentucky Derby at Peck & Plume. Sip on a traditional Mint Julep or try the Maker's Mark Peck & Plume No. 2. There will also be a spirit-free Mint Julep available. The race is … [Read more...] about Kentucky Derby at Peck & Plume on May 3
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Strawberry Jammin’ in Sanford May 10
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Sanford, NC invites you to dive into everything strawberry on May 10, 2025! Strawberry Jammin’ is a celebration of the fruit that’s dear to many of our hearts and taste buds. Sanford, in Lee County, is about a 45 minute drive to the southwest of Raleigh. It's about 23 minutes to the south of Pittsboro, and about 37 minutes to the west of Fuquay-Varina. This festival is well worth the drive from … [Read more...] about Strawberry Jammin’ in Sanford May 10
Star Wars Costume Contest at Ment Beverage Co. on May 4, 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 … [Read more...] about Star Wars Costume Contest at Ment Beverage Co. on May 4, and more…
Krispy Kreme celebrates loyalty program anniversary with $1 dozen doughnuts
UPDATE: This promotion has been delayed. We'll update when we get the new date for it. Krispy Kreme is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the loyalty program with a special deal for new and existing members. From April 30 to May 14, 2025, Krispy Kreme is offering an Original Glazed Dozen for only $1 with the purchase of any dozen at regular price at participating locations. The offer … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme celebrates loyalty program anniversary with $1 dozen doughnuts
Luchador Day with GOUGE Wrestling at Mason Jar Lager Co., May 3, and more…
The Mason Jar Lager Co., at 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, hosts frequent events, many of them free. They host live music every Saturday. You can find them on The Mason Jar's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Luchador Day with GOUGE WrestlingSaturday, May 3, 202512 p.m.Free + family-friendly Wrestling, food trucks, and special beer releases! Spring Vendor MarketSaturday, May 17, … [Read more...] about Luchador Day with GOUGE Wrestling at Mason Jar Lager Co., May 3, and more…
Free Wine Tastings at Taylor’s Wine Shop
Taylor's Wine Shop, at 10005 Six Forks Road, in North Raleigh, sells live bait, fine Cabernet, and everything in between. In other words, you'll probably find everything you need there. Taylor's Wine Shop regularly host free wine tastings. If you attend, please do not park in the spots in front of Bayleaf Vet Clinic. Extra parking is available at the little white church just past the vet … [Read more...] about Free Wine Tastings at Taylor’s Wine Shop
Free Community Meal at Elizabeth Street UMC April 29
Elizabeth Street United Methodist Church, at 1209 N Elizabeth Street, Durham, North Carolina, hosts frequent free community events. They list their events on their Facebook page. Free Community Meal Elizabeth Street UMC is hosting a free community meal on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome! … [Read more...] about Free Community Meal at Elizabeth Street UMC April 29
Weekly Trivia and Run Club at Bond Brothers Beer Company, more
Bond Brothers Beer Company is an NC craft brewery, taproom, and beer garden located at 202 East Cedar Street in Cary. Below are some of their free or cheap events. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Cary Underground MarketThe first Sunday of every month (scheduled through December 2025)12 to 4 p.m.Free to attend There will be food trucks, 40+ local vendors, live … [Read more...] about Weekly Trivia and Run Club at Bond Brothers Beer Company, more
Mom’s & Mimosas Mother’s Day Market at Oaklyn Springs Brewery, and more
Oaklyn Springs Brewery has two locations: Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home brewing operation, and now works to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events, and you can find them listed on their website calendar. Or check the Facebook page for the Brewery and the Facebook page for the taproom. 2912 N Main Street -- … [Read more...] about Mom’s & Mimosas Mother’s Day Market at Oaklyn Springs Brewery, and more
Steel String Brewery 12 Year Anniversary Celebration at Steel String Brewery, May 13, more
There are two locations of Steel String Brewery: Taproom: 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro: Facebook pagePluck Farm: 6901 NC-54 West, Mebane: Facebook page Both locations host events, so please make sure to verify which location each event is at. Taproom - 106 S. Greensboro Street, Carrboro Upcoming Events Steel String Brewery 12 Year AnniversarySunday, May 18, 20252 to 8 p.m.Free … [Read more...] about Steel String Brewery 12 Year Anniversary Celebration at Steel String Brewery, May 13, more
