The Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department is holding River Jam Concert Series in the spring of 2026. It will take place at the Neuse River Amphitheater, 150 S Front Street, Smithfield, North Carolina. This is a free event. The concerts are all at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live music, food and fun. This concert was announced on Smithfield Parks and Recreation Department's Facebook … [Read more...] about Smithfield’s River Jam Concert Series returns to Neuse River Amphitheater in 2026
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Parktown Food Hub — Open Food Distribution Day March 26
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 March 26
Public Domain Movie Night at bmc brewing in Pittsboro on Thursdays, more…
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 Art Reception with Viktor … [Read more...] about Public Domain Movie Night at bmc brewing in Pittsboro on Thursdays, more…
Free Comedy Open Mic at Clouds Brewing Taproom on Thursdays, more…
Clouds Brewing has two locations in the Triangle: They frequently host events and you can find them all on their Facebook page or website. Here is what's coming up. Please make sure to note which location each event takes place at. 1233 Front Street, Raleigh Upcoming Events Live Music: The Kudzo RamblersSaturday, March 28, 20266:30 to 8:30 p.m.Free Recurring Events Open Mic … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Open Mic at Clouds Brewing Taproom on Thursdays, more…
Live Music at White Street Brewing
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: Grace … [Read more...] about Live Music at White Street Brewing
Girlhood: An Improv Comedy Show by Mettlesome Theater
In honor of Women's History Month, Mettlesome Theater is hosting "Girlhood" in March, 2026. An all-woman cast of local performers digs out the photos from their past that didn’t quite make it into the scrapbook for an improvised show about the sweet, the sour, and the seriously funny parts of womanhood. You'll find this show listed on thisismettlesome.com/live. The show takes place at … [Read more...] about Girlhood: An Improv Comedy Show by Mettlesome Theater
Open Mic Sundays and Music Bingo Mondays at Oaklyn Springs Taproom on Broad Street
Oaklyn Springs Taproom can be found at 505 Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina. Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home-brewing operation. Now they work to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events. You can find events listed on their website calendar or on the taproom's Facebook page. View our page for the Oaklyn Springs Brewery … [Read more...] about Open Mic Sundays and Music Bingo Mondays at Oaklyn Springs Taproom on Broad Street
Magic the Gathering Meetups Every First and Third Wednesdays at Oaklyn Springs Brewery
Oaklyn Springs Brewery can be found at 2912 N Main Street, Fuquay-Varina. Oaklyn Springs Brewery grew from a home-brewing operation. Now they work to bring great beer to local neighbors in the Fuquay-Varina area. Oaklyn Springs Brewery hosts many events. You can find events listed on their website calendar or on the brewery's Facebook page. View our page for the Oaklyn Springs Taproom … [Read more...] about Magic the Gathering Meetups Every First and Third Wednesdays at Oaklyn Springs Brewery
Strawberry Festival in Durham May 2
The 21st Annual Strawberry Festival takes place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Old North Durham Park, 310 W Geer Street, Durham. This is a free event that's been taking place every year since 2005. It's hosted by Central Park School for Children. Here's some of what happening at this event: Some of the activities are free and some have a very small cost ($1) … [Read more...] about Strawberry Festival in Durham May 2
Spring Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park Apr. 12
Durham Central Park’s Food Truck Rodeos take place several times a year on Sunday afternoons. Dozens of the Triangle's most popular food trucks gather. It's free to attend. Just pay for what you want to eat and rink. Durham Central Park is at 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. Enjoy fresh tunes, bring the kids to enjoy the bounce houses, face painting and other activities, and connect … [Read more...] about Spring Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park Apr. 12
