Duke Homestead State Historic Site is hosting Vintage Base Ball Day at Historic Durham Athletic Park, 500 West Corporation Street, Durham, on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 11 a.m. In these games, four teams will play a total of six games, with the first one starting at 11 a.m. This year the Duke Homestead team will be playing against two visiting teams: the Columbus Buckeyes, and the … [Read more...] about Duke Homestead Vintage Baseball Game on Sept. 27 will feature historic uniforms and rules
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Pop Shop: Pop Up ARTernative Market at Chapel of Bones Coffee July 6
Chapel of Bones Coffee, at 658 Maywood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a monthly art pop-up market. ARTernative Market will take place the first Sunday of the month, through the rest of 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dates of market in 2025: … [Read more...] about Pop Shop: Pop Up ARTernative Market at Chapel of Bones Coffee July 6
Museums on Us: Free admission to Marbles Kids Museum first weekend of month for Bank of America customers and employees
The first full weekend of every month, Bank of America and Merrill customers get into many museums nationwide for free through Bank of America's Museums on Us Program. Your credit or debit card from Bank of America or Merrill is your ticket to visit participating museums the first full weekend of every month. You can follow the above link to find all the museums across the country that are … [Read more...] about Museums on Us: Free admission to Marbles Kids Museum first weekend of month for Bank of America customers and employees
Beach Music and Brews Bash at Tap Yard Raleigh July 6
Tap Yard Raleigh, at 1610 Automotive Way, Raleigh, North Carolina, is a neighborhood bar, beer garden, community space and live music venue. It hosts plenty of events every week. You can find upcoming events on their website's calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Independence Day BlowoutFriday, July 4, 202512 p.m. to 12 a.m.Free 1 Spot BBQ, Live music from Night Brew from 2 to 5 … [Read more...] about Beach Music and Brews Bash at Tap Yard Raleigh July 6
Bluegrass Open Jam at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary on Sundays, more
Bond Brothers Eastside, at 602 East Chatham Street, Cary, is one of two Bond Brothers' locations in Downtown Cary. The other is at 202 East Cedar Street, Cary. This location of Bond Brothers boasts a very full music calendar, in addition to a great beer list. The food truck Bulkogi is there every day that Bond Brothers Eastside is open, offering the Bulkogi Burger, Galbi Basket, Ramen Fried … [Read more...] about Bluegrass Open Jam at Bond Brothers Eastside in Cary on Sundays, more
Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk July 25
The last Friday of every month, from February to November, 2025, rain or shine, Downtown Hillsborough showcases its art scene with the Last Fridays Art Walk from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Starting in March, Hillsborough Arts Council will present special programming each month. Explore art galleries, artist studios, fine jewelers, boutique shops and award winning restaurants. There will also be live … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Last Fridays Art Walk July 25
Free Live Music at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, and more…
Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, 5907 Triangle Dr, Raleigh, holds frequent events and many are free. See their upcoming schedule on their calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Live Music in Summer 2025: View their live music schedule on their website calendar. Recurring Events Open-Mic NightsSundays3 to 6 p.m.Free Music BingoTuesdays7 to 9 p.m.Free Hammered TriviaWednesdays7 … [Read more...] about Free Live Music at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh, and more…
Free Game Night at Raleigh Brewing Company, July 18, 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. If you're looking for information about Raleigh Brewing Company's Cary Arboretum location, you can find it here. The following are events at the Neil Street location. Upcoming Events Game NightFriday, July 18, 20256:30 p.m.Free Board gamers, card … [Read more...] about Free Game Night at Raleigh Brewing Company, July 18, and more
County and State Fairs in North Carolina — updated for 2024
North Carolina has a rich agricultural heritage, and a visit to a State or County Fair is a great way to experience that heritage. The fairs are back in full force for 2025. You'll have a lot to choose from. You can find livestock competitions, local or regional food and drink, live music, rides, and, of course, lots and lots of fried food. The fairs are primarily held in the fall, with the … [Read more...] about County and State Fairs in North Carolina — updated for 2024
Watermelon Festival at Spring Haven Farm July 4-6: includes all-you-can-eat watermelon
Celebrate the 4th of July Weekend at Spring Haven Farm, 5306 Homer Ruffin RoadChapel Hill, North Carolina. The farm will be hosting its Watermelon Festival on July 4, 5, and 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The cost is $14.95 for each person age 4 and older. Purchase tickets here. Enjoy all the farm activities, as well as all the watermelon you can eat! There will also be watermelon … [Read more...] about Watermelon Festival at Spring Haven Farm July 4-6: includes all-you-can-eat watermelon
