Krispy Kreme is teaming up with The Pokémon Company International to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with a new Pokémon Doughnut Collection, featuring five beloved Pokémon transformed into Krispy Kreme creations that fans can catch and share. PLUS, you can wear Pokemon-inspired clothing to a participating Krispy Kreme location on Saturday, August 22, 2026 to receive a FREE doughnut — details … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: Wear Pokémon attire and receive a FREE doughnut on August 22 (plus a special Pokemon dozen!)
Food and drink
Video Game Karaoke Night at Raleigh Brewing Co., Aug. 24, and more
Raleigh Brewing Company, at 3709 Neil Street, Raleigh, NC, hosts many events. You can find them on their website calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Free Live Music: Last updated 8/15/2026. Events are subject to change. You can double-check Raleigh Brewing Company's live music schedule on their Facebook page. Storytelling Open MicFriday, July 31, 2026September 25, … [Read more...] about Video Game Karaoke Night at Raleigh Brewing Co., Aug. 24, and more
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
Free Baseball Shuffle Tournament at Compass Rose Brewery on August 29, and more
Compass Rose Brewery, 3201 Northside Drive in Raleigh, hosts frequent events, many of which are free. Find them all on their Facebook page or on their website calendar. Upcoming Events Free Live Music (Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m.): Last updated 8/15/2026. Events are subject to change. You can double-check Compass Rose Brewery's live music schedule on their website calendar. Live Music: School … [Read more...] about Free Baseball Shuffle Tournament at Compass Rose Brewery on August 29, 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
Free Meal and Free Market in Siler City Aug. 15
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
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
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)
