The Scrap Exchange is celebrating its 35th anniversary at Third Friday Durham on August 21, 2026. There will be lots of festivities at CCB Plaza, 201 N Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 6 to 9 p.m. The Scrap Exchange’s beloved blue mascot, brought to life by Jeghetto’s Entertainment (Tarish Pipkins) will be there, with live music from Emma Jane and also DJ MARRS spinning … [Read more...] about Scrap Exchange celebrates 35rd birthday at Third Friday at CCB Plaza Aug. 21
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Mead Fest at Starrlight Mead: Free mini-Renaissance Festival Sept. 26
Starrlight Mead, at 130 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting Mead Fest on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. This free annual event is like a mini-Renaissance Festival, with sword-fighting demos, mead-making, music, vendors, food and more. This is a family friendly event. Enjoy music by Thunder and Spice and An Gorta Mor Memorial Pipe Band, plus sword fighting … [Read more...] about Mead Fest at Starrlight Mead: Free mini-Renaissance Festival Sept. 26
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
Oktoberfest at bmc brewing in Pittsboro on Oct. 3 and 4
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 OktoberfestSaturday, October 3 and … [Read more...] about Oktoberfest at bmc brewing in Pittsboro on Oct. 3 and 4
Krispy Kreme: Wear Pokémon attire and receive a FREE doughnut on August 22 (plus a special Pokemon dozen!)
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!)
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
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
Apex Latino Arts Festival Sept 26
The Apex Latino Arts Festival will take place Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m., at Apex Town Campus, 63 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina. Admission is free. Festival Features Entertainment Schedule … [Read more...] about Apex Latino Arts Festival Sept 26
Morrisville becomes S’Morrisville and celebrates s’mores August 10
On Monday, August 10, 2026, Morrisville will become S'Morrisville, as it celebrates the delicious snacks popular at campfires everywhere. The celebration takes place at Morrisville Community Park, 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, North Carolina, from 5 to 7 p.m. Enjoy FREE s'mores, including vegan options. Activities Park at Morrisville Elementary School, 1519 Morrisville Parkway, … [Read more...] about Morrisville becomes S’Morrisville and celebrates s’mores August 10
National Frozen Custard Day: Three deals at Freddy’s Aug 7-9
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is celebrating National Frozen Custard Day from August 7 to 9, 2026, by offering three special deals at participating locations. From August 7 to 9, 2026, get these deals (one time each): Each of the three offers is valid for one-time use for dine-in, drive-thru or Freddy’s app orders. The deals are available only for Freddy’s Rewards members. Join … [Read more...] about National Frozen Custard Day: Three deals at Freddy’s Aug 7-9
