Weaver Street Market, 404 W Hargett Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts a FREE tasting party twice a month. On the first and 3rd Friday of the month, from 5 to 7 p.m., come by for to taste delicious items made by Weaver Street Market and local vendors. Make sure to check the events calendar for any changes. At the time of this update (August 2, 2026) it's on the calendar for these dates: … [Read more...] about Free Tasting Party at Weaver Street Market Raleigh Sept. 18
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Little Gem’s Anniversary Week Sept. 16-19
Little Gem, a cocktail bar at 630 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is celebrating its first anniversary with special events from September 16 to 19, 2026. Here's what you can expect: … [Read more...] about Little Gem’s Anniversary Week Sept. 16-19
Open Mic Nights and Music Bingo at Oaklyn Springs Brewery
Oaklyn Springs Brewery can be found at 2912 N Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home-brewing operation. Now they work to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events. You can find events listed on their website calendar or on the brewery's Facebook page. View our page for the Oaklyn Springs Taproom … [Read more...] about Open Mic Nights and Music Bingo at Oaklyn Springs Brewery
Nothing Bundt Cakes: Free Bundtlets for National Bring the Joy Day on Sept. 15
Nothing Bundt Cakes has declared September 15, 2026, to be the first-ever National Bring the Joy Day. Each of its 841 bakeries nationwide is giving away a FREE Confetti Bundtlet to the first 300 people in line. No purchase is required. The Confetti Bundtlet combines the flavor of a classic birthday cake with colorful sprinkles. Limit one per guest, while supplies last. Must claim in … [Read more...] about Nothing Bundt Cakes: Free Bundtlets for National Bring the Joy Day on Sept. 15
Insomnia Cookies Celebrates National PJ Party Night with Free Cookies, Giveaways and Discounts
Get ready to slip into your coziest PJs and satisfy those late-night cravings at Insomnia Cookies’ 8th annual PJ Party on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Join the fun for FREE cookies, giveaways and sweet savings. FREE Cookie Giveaway On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Insomnia Cookies is giving any customer in their PJs a FREE Classic Cookie at participating locations — from 8 p.m. to closing. No … [Read more...] about Insomnia Cookies Celebrates National PJ Party Night with Free Cookies, Giveaways and Discounts
Blaze Pizza celebrates its 15th anniversary with special deal: 2-topping, 11-inch pizza for $6.85
Blaze Pizza is celebrating its birthday the best way it knows how: with pizza. On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Blaze Rewards members can enjoy one 11-inch, 2 Top Pizza for just $6.85 at participating locations when ordering through the Blaze Pizza App or blazepizza.com and using promo code BLAZEBDAY. To redeem the one-day digital deal, guests must be logged in to their Blaze Rewards account, add … [Read more...] about Blaze Pizza celebrates its 15th anniversary with special deal: 2-topping, 11-inch pizza for $6.85
Board Game Nights at Gizmo Brew Works Durham, more
Gizmo Brew Works Durham, at 3109 Shannon Road, Durham, is joining the Gizmo locations in Raleigh and Chapel Hill in bringing great beer and events to the Triangle. Here's some of what's going. Make sure to follow Gizmo Brew Works Durham's Facebook page for updates. Recurring Events Music BingoMondays7 to 9 p.m.Free Hammered TriviaTuesdays7 to 9 p.m.Free Bounce and Brews DJ … [Read more...] about Board Game Nights at Gizmo Brew Works Durham, more
Triangle Vegfest Sept. 13
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
19th annual Pepperfest in Pittsboro Sep. 13
The 19th Annual Pepperfest takes place at The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, on Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 12 to 6 p.m. Admission is free. The event features: … [Read more...] about 19th annual Pepperfest in Pittsboro Sep. 13
17th Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest in Oxford, NC Sept. 11-12
The Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest and Festival will take place on Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 2026, in Downtown Oxford, NC. This free, family-friendly festival will feature: Entertainment … [Read more...] about 17th Annual North Carolina Hot Sauce Contest in Oxford, NC Sept. 11-12
