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- Triangle brewery calendar
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5th Annual Kids Fest 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
5th Annual Kids FestSunday, August 2, 2026 Fortnight Brewing, at 1006 SW Maynard Road, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting its 4th Annual Kids Fest on August 2, 2026, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a FREE event. Grab your free ticket here. Bring ... Read More » Cary Underground Market: Bands and Vendors 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cary Underground Market: Bands and VendorsEvery 1 months on the 1st SundayThe MAKRS Society presents Cary Underground Market the first Sunday of the month from March to December, 2026, 12 to 4 p.m., at Bond Brothers Beer Co., 202 E Cedar Street, Cary, North Carolina. These ... Read More » Kanikapila Ukulele Meetup 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Kanikapila Ukulele MeetupEvery 1 months on the 1st SundayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond 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 ... Read More » | Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Open Mic Night 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Open Mic NightEvery 2 weeks on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » | Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Bond Brothers Run Club 6:00 pm
Bond Brothers Run ClubWeekly on TuesdayBond Brothers Beer Company is an NC craft brewery, taproom, and beer garden located at 202 East Cedar Street in Cary. Below are some of their free or cheap events. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Verify events ... Read More » | Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... Read More » | Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » Jazz: The Session 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Jazz: The SessionWeekly on ThursdayBond 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 ... Read More » | Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series: Adam Pitts 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Bands, Bites and Boats Concert Series: Adam PittsFriday, August 7, 2026 The Bond Park Boathouse, at 801 High House Road, Cary, is playing host to musicians, food trucks and after-hours boat rentals at Bands, Bites and Boats. The special event features a local musician, a food ... Read More » | The Irish Session 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
The Irish SessionEvery 1 months on the 2nd SaturdayBond 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 ... Read More » |
Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond 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 ... Read More » | Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » | Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Bond Brothers Run Club 6:00 pm
Bond Brothers Run ClubWeekly on TuesdayBond Brothers Beer Company is an NC craft brewery, taproom, and beer garden located at 202 East Cedar Street in Cary. Below are some of their free or cheap events. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Verify events ... Read More » | Big Summer GlowOut -- DJ, foam, bubbles and water play 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Big Summer GlowOut -- DJ, foam, bubbles and water playWednesday, August 12, 2026 The Town of Cary is hosting The Big Summer GlowOut on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 7:30 to 9 p.m., at Harold D. Ritter Park, 301 W Lochmere Drive, Cary, North Carolina. This is a free ... Read More » Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... Read More » | Little Fentonians -- Dino Day 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Little Fentonians -- Dino DayThursday, August 13, 2026 Fenton, at 21 Fenton Main Street, Cary, North Carolina, is a mixed-use property with retail, restaurants, apartments, and businesses. It regularly hosts FREE events for kids through its Little Fentonians program. On Thursday, August 13, 2026, from ... Read More » Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » Jazz: The Session 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Jazz: The SessionWeekly on ThursdayBond 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 ... Read More » | Fenton Makers Market 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fenton Makers MarketEvery 1 months on the 3rd SaturdayFenton Makers Market at Fenton, 201 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary, North Carolina, features live music and shopping from local vendors. In addition to your favorite Fenton stores there will be 35 local artists booths curated by ... Read More » Movie Night: How to Train Your Dragon 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Movie Night: How to Train Your DragonSaturday, August 15, 2026 Photo courtesy of Downtown Cary Park Downtown Cary Park, at 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting movie nights throughout the spring, summer and fall of 2026. You can find all the movie nights ... Read More » | |
Kanikapila Ukulele Meetup 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Kanikapila Ukulele MeetupEvery 1 months on the 3rd SundayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond 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 ... Read More » | Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Open Mic Night 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Open Mic NightEvery 2 weeks on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » | Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Bond Brothers Run Club 6:00 pm
Bond Brothers Run ClubWeekly on TuesdayBond Brothers Beer Company is an NC craft brewery, taproom, and beer garden located at 202 East Cedar Street in Cary. Below are some of their free or cheap events. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Verify events ... Read More » Oak City Voices Meet & Greet / Open Rehearsal for 10th Anniversary Season 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Oak City Voices Meet & Greet / Open Rehearsal for 10th Anniversary SeasonTuesday, August 18, 2026 Provided by Oak City Voices Twice a year Oak City Voices (OCV) has a Meet & Greet event for prospective singers to come and see if OCV’s women’s chorus might fit their desire to make beautiful ... Read More » | Summer Vibes Music Series 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Summer Vibes Music SeriesWednesday, August 19, 2026 The Town of Cary is presenting Summer Vibes Music Series in June, July and August, 2026. These free events features live music, food and drink. The events are appropriate for all ages. There will be crafts ... Read More » Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... Read More » | Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » Jazz: The Session 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Jazz: The SessionWeekly on ThursdayBond 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 ... Read More » | Cary's Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cary's Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts FestivalDailyThe Town of Cary's Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is back for 2026! It will take place August 22 and 23, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall ... Read More » Cary Really Really Free Market 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cary Really Really Free MarketEvery 1 months on the 4th SaturdayImage: Depositphotos A "Really Really Free Market" is just what it sounds like. Free. (Really) free. People bring stuff they want to give away, and also offer free services. There's no buying, selling, or bartering. Everything ... Read More » | |
Cary's Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cary's Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts FestivalDailyThe Town of Cary's Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is back for 2026! It will take place August 22 and 23, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The setting is Cary Town Hall ... Read More » Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond 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 ... Read More » | Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » | Poker Night 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Poker NightWeekly on TuesdayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Bond Brothers Run Club 6:00 pm
Bond Brothers Run ClubWeekly on TuesdayBond Brothers Beer Company is an NC craft brewery, taproom, and beer garden located at 202 East Cedar Street in Cary. Below are some of their free or cheap events. Upcoming Events Check back soon. Recurring Events Verify events ... Read More » | Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and Social 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
Salsa Night: Dance Lessons and SocialWeekly on WednesdayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Open Mic Night 8:00 pm
Open Mic NightWeekly on WednesdayAbbey Road Tavern and Grill, 1195 West Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina, serves up food and drinks, and also hosts frequent events. Find the events on their website and Facebook page. Here are a few events... Upcoming ... Read More » | Play Rock, Paper, Scissors at Two Roosters Ice Cream for a chance at a discount 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Play Rock, Paper, Scissors at Two Roosters Ice Cream for a chance at a discountThursday, August 27, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos Two Roosters Ice Cream is celebrating World Rock, Paper, Scissors Day on August 27, 2026, with a challenge. After you make your purchase, challenge a scooper at the register to play Rock, Paper, Scissors. ... Read More » Music Bingo 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Music BingoWeekly on ThursdayFortnight Brewing Company, at 1006 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, brings the taste of English beers to North Carolina. Some of the partners are from England, and, together with the North Carolina natives who also share ... Read More » Jazz: The Session 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Jazz: The SessionWeekly on ThursdayBond 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 ... Read More » | Cary Night Market 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cary Night MarketFriday, August 28, 2026 Downtown Cary Park. Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Cary Night Market is being held one Friday a month, from March to December, 2026, except for July. Each of these markets are at Downtown Cary Park, 319 S ... Read More » Final Friday Cary Art Loop 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Final Friday Cary Art LoopEvery 1 monthsThe final Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., downtown Cary showcases its artists and musicians during Final Friday Cary Art Loop. Visit art galleries and enjoy live performances. Scroll down for an ... Read More » Discover Dance: Swing Session 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Discover Dance: Swing SessionFriday, August 28, 2026 Photo: Mace Publishing, LLC Discover Dance is an ongoing event series at Downtown Cary Park, 327 S Academy Street, Cary, North Carolina. Discover Dance takes place the last Friday of the month, through August, 2026. At ... Read More » | |
Bluegrass Open Jam 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bluegrass Open JamWeekly on SundayBond 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 ... Read More » | Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundae All Day
Andia's Ice Cream: Buy one get one free sundaeWeekly on MondayAndia's Ice Cream is making summer a little sweeter and Mondays a little better. All through the summer of 2026, Andia's will be offering buy-one-get-one-free sundaes on Mondays. The offer is valid through August 31, 2026. ... Read More » Coloring Vinyl Night 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Coloring Vinyl NightWeekly on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » Open Mic Night 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Open Mic NightEvery 2 weeks on MondayKōMANA Brewing Company, at 1020 Ryan Road, Cary, NC, offers freshly brewed kombucha, as well as craft beer, seltzer, cold-press juice, and more. They have many events planned, which you can find on their Facebook page. ... Read More » |
