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 Karaoke, Music Bingo, and Live Music at Bombshell Beer Company, more
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Art Walk at Crabtree Valley Mall on May 16
Crabtree Valley Mall, 4236 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting an Art Walk on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guests are invited to explore a walkable gallery experience. Local artists will be stationed throughout the upper and lower level common area. In addition, there will be live painting demonstrations. … [Read more...] about Art Walk at Crabtree Valley Mall on May 16
Triangle 20s and 30s Hangout Group — meet new people and have fun
The Triangle 20s & 30s Hangout Group is a community for people who just want to get out, meet others, and enjoy life around Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and beyond. No networking agenda. No memberships. No pressure to “fit a vibe.” Just good people getting together for things like: You can find their upcoming events on the meetup page. Read on for a few events that are planned. Make … [Read more...] about Triangle 20s and 30s Hangout Group — meet new people and have fun
Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway offering free rides for military service members on Armed Forces Day
Triangle's Train: New Hope Valley Railway, 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, is offering free train rides to military service members on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16, 2026. The hour-long ride travels on historic railroad track from Bonsal to New Hill and back. Included in the invitation are active duty service members and veterans. Service members and veterans are encouraged … [Read more...] about Triangle’s Train: New Hope Valley Railway offering free rides for military service members on Armed Forces Day
56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham — headliner Doug E. Fresh
The 56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival will take place Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 1 to 7 p.m., at Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive, Durham. This festival is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. This is a FREE event for all ages. The event includes: Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Main Stage … [Read more...] about 56th Annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham — headliner Doug E. Fresh
End of School Bash at A.D. Clark Outdoor Pool in Chapel Hill June 12
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is hosting an End of School Bash at A.D. Clark Outdoor Pool at the Hargraves Center, 216 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on Friday, June 12, 2026. This event is for tweens and teens: The party features music, tasty snacks, and of course, lots of splashing. It's FREE but registration is required. Space is limited. … [Read more...] about End of School Bash at A.D. Clark Outdoor Pool in Chapel Hill June 12
22nd Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 6
The Beaver Queen Pageant is very popular annual Durham event at Duke Park. Specifically, it will be at Duke Park Meadow, which is at the corner of Englewood Avenue and Acadia Street, 1608 Acadia Street, Durham, North Carolina. The pageant will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. It's a special mix of folly, pageantry and humor, and friendly competition, as people vote for … [Read more...] about 22nd Annual Beaver Queen Pageant in Durham June 6
Free and Cheap Summer Weekday Movie Series for Kids in the Triangle
Looking for affordable indoor summer movies the Triangle? Treat your kids to a fun cinematic experience without breaking the bank. Explore this list of low-priced films showing in various theaters on weekdays this summer. Beat the heat with an animated adventure or a family-friendly blockbuster, all on a very family-friendly budget. This list has been updated for summer, 2026. Marquee … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Summer Weekday Movie Series for Kids in the Triangle
STEAM Lab for kids May 16 and 30
Durham Parks and Recreation is offering STEAM Lab to kids ages 5-8 on May 16 and 20, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at W.D. Hill Recreation Center, 1308 Fayetteville Street, Durham, North Carolina. Registration is required. This interactive class introduces children to the exciting world of STEAM through hands-on projects and challenges. Participants will engage in simple engineering tasks, … [Read more...] about STEAM Lab for kids May 16 and 30
Queen Bee Bash at SEEDS in Durham May 16: bee hive demos, arts and crafts more…
SEEDS, at 706 Gilbert Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting its 2nd Annual Queen Bee Bash on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a free event. Join for the second annual Queen Bee Bash at Seeds! The Queen Bee Bash celebrates caregivers in whatever form they take – parents, older siblings, mentors, grandparents and other guardian figures – as well as the families they … [Read more...] about Queen Bee Bash at SEEDS in Durham May 16: bee hive demos, arts and crafts more…
