Parktown Food Hub is a community-based partnership aimed at reducing hunger and food insecurity in South Durham. Follow them on Facebook for announcements. Please check their website calendar and Facebook page before heading out, to make sure that there haven't been any changes. On their calendar you can find upcoming food distributions, events and volunteer opportunities. Donations are welcome … [Read more...] about Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Day July 24
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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…
Survey Slam at Fainting Goat Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina on Thursdays, and 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 Survey Slam at Fainting Goat Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina on Thursdays, and more…
Bricks and Brews at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh Juy 24, 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 Bricks and Brews at Gizmo Brew Works Raleigh Juy 24, and more…
Trading Card Day at Mason Jar Lager Co., August 2, 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 Trading Card DaySaturday, August 2, 20252 p.m.Free Bring your trading cards (Pokémon, Magic, sports … [Read more...] about Trading Card Day at Mason Jar Lager Co., August 2, and more
Farmhouse Jams in Wendell Falls — free concert with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Aug. 9
Wendell Falls, 320 Vintage Point Lane, Wendell, NC, is presenting Farmhouse Jams, a free concert on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Courtney Lynn & Quinn will be performing. Please bring your own chair. Farmhouse Café and food trucks will be serving up tasty eats, or grab a bite beforehand at one of the Treelight Square restaurants. Also, learn more about the amenities … [Read more...] about Farmhouse Jams in Wendell Falls — free concert with Courtney Lynn & Quinn Aug. 9
Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 3-4
The popular Triangle Oktoberfest returns to Booth Amphitheatre, 8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, on Friday, October 3, and Saturday, October 4, 2025. This is an authentic German festival focused on family fun, traditional Bavarian food, local and authentic German beers from Munich. Kids activities include inflatables, face painting, a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and yard games. The … [Read more...] about Triangle Oktoberfest at Booth Amphitheatre — October 3-4
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: Opening reception for Art Colors Life July 25
Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton St., Hillsborough, is owned and operated by local artists. Hillsborough Gallery of Arts represents established artists exhibiting modern and contemporary fine art and fine craft. Artworks include painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, fiber art, jewelry, blown glass, fused glass, stained glass, metals, encaustics, enamels, watercolors and … [Read more...] about Hillsborough Gallery of Arts: Opening reception for Art Colors Life July 25
Free Outdoor Yoga at Fenton in Cary, starting Aug. 2
Corpower Yoga is offering a free outdoor yoga class at Fenton Square by Paragon Theaters, 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina. No registration is required. Just bring your mat and water. These classes take place from 9 to 10 a.m. on the following dates: … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Yoga at Fenton in Cary, starting Aug. 2
23rd Annual Kirby Derby August 23
Kirby Derby has been a Raleigh tradition since 2002. It started when two residents of the tiny Pullen Park Terrace neighborhood (just 32 houses!) put together a neighborhood parade. On year five, the "derby" part of the event was added, with a soapbox derby race. An annual theme, a pinebox car competition for kids, costumes and silliness are all part of the tradition. In 2017 the residents of … [Read more...] about 23rd Annual Kirby Derby August 23
