Triangle Vegfest is an organization that promotes the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. It holds markets, and other events, where you can shop from vegan-friendly vendors. Triangle VegFest will take place Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. There are several ticketing options: Buy tickets here. The event … [Read more...] about Triangle Vegfest Sept. 13
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Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 18-19
Hillsborough Hog Day brings the community together to eat BBQ, listen to live music and shop for hand-crafted gifts on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, 2026. It's Orange County's largest and longest running festival. It takes place at River Park, 144 East Margaret Lane, Hillsborough. The highlight of the festival is the BBQ. Veteran cooking teams will be competing for top … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Hog Day Sep 18-19
Clayton Harvest Festival October 22-25
The Clayton Harvest Festival will take place from October 22-25, 2026, at Horne Square, Town Square and other locations in Downtown Clayton. The four-day festival includes a midway full of carnival rides; car, motorcycle, and tractor shows; Latin American Festival; and other community-focused events, vendors, food, music, and fun. Admission is free. Pay for rides, food and drink. Check … [Read more...] about Clayton Harvest Festival October 22-25
Carrboro Cookout at Carrboro Farmers’ Market Sept. 5
The Carrboro Farmers' Market is held on the Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W Main Street Saturdays year round, and Wednesdays April to November. Saturdays:November to March: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.April to October: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wednesdays:April to October: 3 to 6 p.m. All goods sold were produced within 50 miles of the Market, and the farmers and artisans themselves run the Market. In fact, the … [Read more...] about Carrboro Cookout at Carrboro Farmers’ Market Sept. 5
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
Pay What You Can at Raleigh City Farm on Wednesdays
Raleigh City Farm is a nonprofit urban farm founded in 2011 on a formerly vacant one-acre lot in Downtown Raleigh, at 800 N. Blount Street. Their mission is to grow the next generation of farmers by connecting the community to sustainable agriculture. Raleigh City Farm offers workshops, tours, special events and more. You can find the upcoming events on the event page on the website. "Pay What … [Read more...] about Pay What You Can at Raleigh City Farm on Wednesdays
Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
La Vita Dolce at Southern Village, 610 Market St in Chapel Hill, will once again host Wine Down Wednesday every Wednesday from April 1 to October 21, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m., with the music starting at 6 p.m. This is the 10th year for Wine Down Wednesday and it's a favorite tradition in Chapel Hill. Mingle, sip, and enjoy great weather and live music at this open social. This is a … [Read more...] about Wine Down Wednesday at La Vita Dolce: live music and wine specials
Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 19-20
Saint Sharbel Church, at 600 Mt. Vernon Church Road, Raleigh, NC, is hosting Taste of Lebanon Festival on Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, 2026. Times: Admission and parking are free, and authentic Lebanese food will be available for purchase. Taste of Lebanon, Raleigh NC is a yearly vibrant cultural and food festival celebrating the richness of Lebanese cuisine and … [Read more...] about Taste of Lebanon Festival in Raleigh Sept. 19-20
Der Nachbar: Durham Chess Enthusiasts Meetup on Tuesdays
Der Nachbar Bottleshop & Taps, at 4916 Hillsborough Road, Durham, North Carolina, features 20 taps, wine by the glass, and non-alcoholic options. There's an outside patio, where leashed dogs are welcome. There's an outdoor serving window, so you can order right from the patio. Kids are welcome at Der Nachbar. Der Nachbar hosts food trucks at times, and also sometimes offers pretzels from … [Read more...] about Der Nachbar: Durham Chess Enthusiasts Meetup on Tuesdays
Andia’s Ice Cream: BOGO Sundaes Every Monday this Summer
Andia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. The sundaes include one scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, one topping and one sauce. This deal was announced on Instagram. If you haven't tried Andia's Ice Cream yet, … [Read more...] about Andia’s Ice Cream: BOGO Sundaes Every Monday this Summer
