5 Points Gallery, at 109 E Chapel Hill Street, Durham, North Carolina, features work from contemporary artists who live and work locally. Works include paintings, drawings, fused glass, sculptures and mixed media artworks. On Friday, July 18, 2025, from 6 yo 9 p.m., 5 Points is hosting the opening reception for King Nobuyoshi Godwin’s 2025 Artist to Have a Good Day Exhibition Featuring American … [Read more...] about 5 Points Gallery in Durham: Opening Recpetion for King Nobuyoshi Godwin exhibit July 18
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Christmas in July Party at Boxcar Bar & Arcade Durham July 18
Boxcar Bar + Arcade's third location, at 621 Foster Street, Durham, offers 70+ arcade games, a full bar, including 24 craft drafts, a Neapolitan style pizza kitchen, private event space and more. You can find all their events on their Facebook page. This page is about Boxcar Durham. Find information on Boxcar Bar + Arcade Raleigh. Upcoming Events Christmas in July PartyFriday, July 18, … [Read more...] about Christmas in July Party at Boxcar Bar & Arcade Durham July 18
Third Friday Durham Art Walk July 18, including puppets, prizes and more at CCB Plaza
Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and continuing exhibits. It's also a good time to check out shops and to try out a new restaurant. Most gallery receptions take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. but visit the 3rd Friday Durham Facebook page, where … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham Art Walk July 18, including puppets, prizes and more at CCB Plaza
Free live music all Summer long at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest, and more
Blackbird Brewery, 3608 Rogers Branch Road #101, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a family-owned, brewer-owned brewery with a 1,000-square-foot taproom, and a 5,000-square-foot outdoor patio and beer garden. You can find their events on the brewery's events calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music in Summer 2025: The Blood Connection Blood DriveSunday, August 3, 20252 to 6 … [Read more...] about Free live music all Summer long at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest, and more
Make Your Own Bagru Block Print Coaster at Hub RTP July 19
Make your own Bagru block print coaster on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at the Horseshoe at Hub RTP, 3150 Elion Drive, Durham, North Carolina. The cost is only $6 per person. Register here. Carve, stamp and print your own coaster using centuries-old Bagru block printing techniques at this hands-on workshop led by local artist Ami Patel of Gallery Box. Horseshoe at Hub … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Bagru Block Print Coaster at Hub RTP July 19
Margaritaville Party at White Street Brewing in Wake Forest, and more
White Street Brewing was the first brewery to make Wake Forest its home. It's in downtown Wake Forest, at 218 South White Street. It specializes in hand-crafted, small-batch ales and lagers. The taste assortment include a hoppy IPA, a Kolsch, a Belgian blond and a Scottish ale. You can find White Street Brewing's events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music: Jim … [Read more...] about Margaritaville Party at White Street Brewing in Wake Forest, and more
Group Psychic Readings with Dr. Dan Seda at Fainting Goat Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina, more
Fainting Goat Brewing Company, 330 S. Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, is a small, independent, veteran and woman-owned, boutique brewery. It offers a variety of handcrafted brews in a casual atmosphere with a dog-friendly patio and outdoor fire pit. Fainting Goat hosts many events, including music bingo, trivia, and open mics. To see all their events, visit their Facebook page or their website … [Read more...] about Group Psychic Readings with Dr. Dan Seda at Fainting Goat Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina, more
Weekly Music Bingo at Mason Jar Lager Co., and more
The Mason Jar Lager Co., at 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina, hosts frequent events, many of them free. They host live music every Saturday. You can find them on The Mason Jar's Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music: The Muckers Celtic Rock BandFriday, August 1, 20257 p.m.Free Adult Spelling Beer CompetitionSaturday, August 23, 20256 p.m.Free The winner will receive a … [Read more...] about Weekly Music Bingo at Mason Jar Lager Co., and more
Museum of Life and Science free days for Durham residents July 17
Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. The exhibits explore a wide range of scientific fields -- physics, zoology, aerospace, weather, sound, and more -- all in a fun, hands-on way. The museum is on 84 acres, with plenty … [Read more...] about Museum of Life and Science free days for Durham residents July 17
Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
The sunflowers are in bloom at Dix Park! To celebrate the 10th birthday of the sunflower field, Dix Park is hosting a 10th Birthday Party at the Sunflower Field on Saturday, July 26, 2025. The address is 1700 Umstead Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina, but keep reading for information on directions and parking. The festivities take place in the morning and evening. The party is free. Morning … [Read more...] about Dix Park’s Sunflower Field Birthday Party July 26
