Vault Craft Beer, at 518 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is presented many comedy nights throughout 2025. Read on for several events. A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy Showcase A Good Time: Stand-Up Comedy ShowcaseFriday, August 22, 20258 p.m.Free Free High Rise tasting to start the night off at 7 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. Hosted by Joel Fuster. Comedy Nights Comedy nights will … [Read more...] about Comedy Nights at Vault Craft Beer in Raleigh
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Cold Brew Comedy Showcase at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro Aug. 9, more…
Lanza's Cafe, at 601 W Main Street, Carrboro, NC, offers coffee and other hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, beer and more. The cafe also hosts a wide array of events, include game nights, live music, trivia and more. You can find the events on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Third Space Music Open Mic NightThe third Friday of every month … [Read more...] about Cold Brew Comedy Showcase at Lanza’s Cafe in Carrboro Aug. 9, more…
Free Live Music All Summer Long at Bombshell Beer Company, more
Bombshell Beer Company, at 120 Quantum Street, Holly Springs, is a 100% women-owned microbrewery. They package our beer in kegs and cans which can be found in restaurants and bars throughout the Greater Triangle, Triad, and Sandhills of NC. The Tap Room features up to 12 beers on tap, wine, and soft drinks, and there's an outdoor Beer Garden. Bombshell hosts food trucks, live music, trivia, … [Read more...] about Free Live Music All Summer Long at Bombshell Beer Company, more
Pink Boots Society Meet-Up at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest, August 5, 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 Pink Boots Society Meet-Up at Blackbird Brewery in Wake Forest, August 5, and more
The Very Best Deals at Amazon Outlet — updated
Amazon has a little corner called Amazon Outlet that's devoted to really big discounts. It's definitely worth checking every so often if you're shopping online! Find all the Amazon Outlet deals here. Here are a few that caught our eye. Please know that the deals can change at any time, and items do sell out. … [Read more...] about The Very Best Deals at Amazon Outlet — updated
Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27
Tamale lovers, take note! The Raleigh Tamale Festival is Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Moore Square, 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This will be a day of community, celebration and tamales. It will feature performances, family activities, food trucks and vendors. Local competitors will compete in the tamale contest. … [Read more...] about Raleigh Tamale Festival Sept. 27
Tickets available for New Hope Valley Railway’s Track ‘n’ Treat Halloween Train Ride — including a sensory-friendly ride
New Hope Valley Railway’s (NHVR) family-friendly Track or Treat: Halloween Express takes place on October 11, 18 and 25, 2025, with departures each day at 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 6:30, and 7:45 p.m. During the spooky but family-friendly train ride, visitors will see scenes of flying witches, smoking cauldrons, large pumpkin faces, Count Dracula and other friendly creatures. Halloween costumes are … [Read more...] about Tickets available for New Hope Valley Railway’s Track ‘n’ Treat Halloween Train Ride — including a sensory-friendly ride
Santa’s Reindeer Round-Up Express Holiday Train Ride at New Hope Valley Railway –– tickets on sale now
New Hope Valley Railway's very popular holiday attraction, Santa's Reindeer Roundup Express train ride, is returning for 2025, and tickets are on sale now. They are very much subject to selling out. The train yard will be decorated for the holiday season, and the popular “Reindeer Round-up” returns. Kids will be able to find Santa’s missing reindeer along the tracks as they ride on the historic … [Read more...] about Santa’s Reindeer Round-Up Express Holiday Train Ride at New Hope Valley Railway –– tickets on sale now
Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
We've put together a list of Christmas trains throughout North Carolina. For attractions outside of the Triangle, we've indicated the number of miles it is from Raleigh. Please adjust the distance from your own starting point. Caveat: Not all of these train rides are cheap. Some of these are pretty pricey. But we're including them anyway, because they are so popular. Also, please note … [Read more...] about Christmas Trains and Santa Trains in North Carolina – updated for 2025
Free Comedy Show, more, at Bottle Theory in Apex
Bottle Theory, 3675 Green Level West Road, Apex, hosts frequent events. You can find them listed on Bottle Theory's calendar or Facebook page. Upcoming Events Laugh Theory: Stand-up Comedy ShowSaturday, August 16, 20257 p.m.Free Start with a free High Rise tasting at 6 p.m. The comedy starts at 7 p.m. Recurring Events Trivia NightThursdays 7 p.m.Free Music BingoTuesdays7 … [Read more...] about Free Comedy Show, more, at Bottle Theory in Apex