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
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Young adults can get a no-cost 6-month trial of Prime, and then 50% off, plus cash-back on purchases
If you're 18 to 24 years old, you are eligible for Prime for Young Adults. This is a discounted membership, with additional benefits. Special Prime for Young Adults Benefits Sign up for a 6-month trial for $0. Other Prime Benefits … [Read more...] about Young adults can get a no-cost 6-month trial of Prime, and then 50% off, plus cash-back on purchases
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
Help Paperhand Puppet Intervention build giant puppets for their summer show! Community work days every Saturday
UPDATE: The Community Work Days have ended for 2025. Paperhand Puppet Intervention is gearing up for their summer show, The Gift, which will premiere on August 8, 2025, and will be presented every weekend through September 28 at Forest Theatre in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The puppet troupe is acclaimed and loved not just for their annual summer show, but for their participation in parades … [Read more...] about Help Paperhand Puppet Intervention build giant puppets for their summer show! Community work days every Saturday
The Market at NCMA July 5
On the first Saturday of the month, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts art markets, with Triangle Pop-Up. The Market at NCMA is a chance to browse and shop for gifts from local artists and artisans while you also enjoy the museum park and the galleries. There is always live music at Market at NCMA. On March 1, The Poetry Fox … [Read more...] about The Market at NCMA July 5
Live & Local Patio Series at Oak City Brewing Co.
Oak City Brewing Company is a tap house and nano-brewery in historic downtown Knightdale, NC. It offers 20 rotating craft beers on tap. Oak City Brewing is family-friendly, and its patio is dog-friendly. You'll find Oak City Brewing at 616 N. First Avenue, Knightdale, NC. Oak City Brewing Company hosts frequent events, which you can find on their Facebook page or website … [Read more...] about Live & Local Patio Series at Oak City Brewing Co.
The “Get Down at the Plant” in Pittsboro on July 5
The Plant, at 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, is home to Chatham Beverage District, which includes a brewery, cideries, a distillery and more. You can find a list of the businesses here. Many of these businesses host events, and there are also some special events that take place in common areas or at several venues. Here are some upcoming events. Find more events at The Plant here. Upcoming … [Read more...] about The “Get Down at the Plant” in Pittsboro on July 5
Cars and Coffee Morrisville July 5
Cars and Coffee Morrisville is a free event that takes place the first Saturday of the month, year round, at the Imperial Center, 5425 Page Road, Durham. This is one of the Southeast's largest monthly car events. The event will take place from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Admission is free, but a $5 donation to the month's charity is appreciated. There's a theme every month, but all makes and models … [Read more...] about Cars and Coffee Morrisville July 5
Family Fun Day at Archer Lodge Community Center, including bike parade, fireworks and more July 5
The Town of Archer Lodge, in Johnston County, is hosting their Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 5, 2025, from 3 to 10 p.m. It will take place at Archer Lodge Community Center, 14009 Buffalo Road, Clayton. … [Read more...] about Family Fun Day at Archer Lodge Community Center, including bike parade, fireworks and more July 5