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Over 80 exhibitors will be buying, selling and trading vintage to new sportscards, memorabilia, NASCAR, etc. on over 225 tables! Show Hours: Friday 2 - 7 pm, Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday 10 am - 4 pm. Admission: $5 daily; Weekend Pass $7. Free admission for Ages 15 and under. […]
The JC Raulston Arboretum provides free guided tours through the Arboretum. Learn about the Arboretum's history, plants, and more. Tours are available to the public free of charge every Sunday at 2:00 90 from March–October (except May 1 and October 16 and 23). Tours are led by a dedicated group of volunteers […]
Vinos Finos y Picadas hosts a weekly wine tasting every Tuesday. Held from 5:30–7:00pm, these events are fun, full of information, and FREE! Each tasting features four different wines that may highlight a winemaker (Graffigna, Michel Torino, Luca, Catena, etc.) or may compare different varietals such as Malbec, Cabernet or Merlot. All attendees receive 10% […]
The Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market is a center for community gathering. Each week the Farmers Market community booth features a local nonprofit providing education about sustainability, agriculture, community, and gardening. In addition to the regular market activities, including live music weekly, the Farmers Market has several special events throughout the season to showcase […]
The Salute Our Troops Jeep Tour is coming to Morrisville on Wednesday, August 3! Featuring a fully-restored 1952 CJ-3 Willys Jeep, the Jeep Tour will be stopping at area stores to help raise awareness and donations for the summer-long “Salute Our Troops” fundraising campaign. In Morrisville, the Jeep Tour will stop at the […]
Thursday, August 4 - Sunday, August 7 - Comedy Legend comes to Goodnight's! - Direct from his top-selling Comedy Special, DVD and his new Reality Show, here's your chance to catch a legendary comedian up close and personal, at Goodnight's! Rated PG-18 Thu Aug 4 at 8:30 PM Fri Aug […]
Thursday, August 4 - Sunday, August 7 - Comedy Legend comes to Goodnight's! - Direct from his top-selling Comedy Special, DVD and his new Reality Show, here's your chance to catch a legendary comedian up close and personal, at Goodnight's! Rated PG-18 Thu Aug 4 at 8:30 PM Fri Aug […]
Inkfest is the only tattoo expo with an urban landscape, together with the leading tattoo artists from around the world combined with graffiti demonstrations, live musical performances by today’s hottest recording artists, DJ battles, custom cars, custom bikes and the latest trends from the concrete jungle. At InkFest Live you will mingle with […]
"HUMAN / NATURE" @ Local Color Gallery 22 Glenwood Avenue • Raleigh, NC 27601 (919) 754-3887 localcoloraleigh.com First Friday Hours: 6 pm - 9 pm Exhibition Dates: August 4 - August 27 "HUMAN / NATURE" features Fine Art 'Hand-colored Photographs' by Susan Jones and 'Photography & Encaustic works' by E. Marie Robertson. […]
This traveling exhibit from the Asheville Art Museum features 45 works by 15 Cherokee carvers. Stop by for light refreshments and watch a carving demonstration. Made possible by the Revitalization of Traditional Cherokee Artisan Resources (RTCAR) initiative, Cherokee Preservation Foundation, Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and Western Carolina University. ncmuseumofhistory.org
Thursday, August 4 - Sunday, August 7 - Comedy Legend comes to Goodnight's! - Direct from his top-selling Comedy Special, DVD and his new Reality Show, here's your chance to catch a legendary comedian up close and personal, at Goodnight's! Rated PG-18 Thu Aug 4 at 8:30 PM Fri Aug […]
Buy, sell or trade. Modern and collectible firearms, custom made knives, hunting and fishing equipment, ammo, gun accessories, reloading supplies and more. Admission is $8 for adults and children under 12 are free with paying adult. Website: www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com
Horse Show - Open, Dressage, Hunter Jumper. Free Spectator Admission. www.ipass.net/cmesc
Inkfest is the only tattoo expo with an urban landscape, together with the leading tattoo artists from around the world combined with graffiti demonstrations, live musical performances by today’s hottest recording artists, DJ battles, custom cars, custom bikes and the latest trends from the concrete jungle. At InkFest Live you will mingle with […]
Raleigh is home to some of the most dynamic restaurants in the country. Known for effortlessly blending modern architecture with historic buildings and monuments, Raleigh showcases fine dining and eclectic eateries. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, you'll enjoy the opportunity to talk with chefs and owners who are serving innovative ethnic and […]
Horse Show - Open, Dressage, Hunter Jumper. Free Spectator Admission. www.ipass.net/cmesc
Buy, sell or trade. Modern and collectible firearms, custom made knives, hunting and fishing equipment, ammo, gun accessories, reloading supplies and more. Admission is $8 for adults and children under 12 are free with paying adult. Website: www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com
Inkfest is the only tattoo expo with an urban landscape, together with the leading tattoo artists from around the world combined with graffiti demonstrations, live musical performances by today’s hottest recording artists, DJ battles, custom cars, custom bikes and the latest trends from the concrete jungle. At InkFest Live you will mingle with […]
When it’s hot outside, who doesn’t love ice cream? Discover how people in the past stayed cool in summer and then churn up an old-fashioned treat! ncmuseumofhistory.org
Vinos Finos y Picadas hosts a weekly wine tasting every Tuesday. Held from 5:30–7:00pm, these events are fun, full of information, and FREE! Each tasting features four different wines that may highlight a winemaker (Graffigna, Michel Torino, Luca, Catena, etc.) or may compare different varietals such as Malbec, Cabernet or Merlot. All attendees receive 10% […]
The Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market is a center for community gathering. Each week the Farmers Market community booth features a local nonprofit providing education about sustainability, agriculture, community, and gardening. In addition to the regular market activities, including live music weekly, the Farmers Market has several special events throughout the season to showcase […]
Pauly Shore comes to Goodnight's from Thursday, August 11 - Saturday, August 13 • Movie's "Encino Man" & "Son-In-Law" • Movie's "In the Army Now" & "Jury Duty" • Movie "Bio Dome" • MTV "Totally Pauly" • TBS reality series "Minding the Store" • HBO's "Entourage" Rated R (Mild) Thu […]
Pauly Shore comes to Goodnight's from Thursday, August 11 - Saturday, August 13 • Movie's "Encino Man" & "Son-In-Law" • Movie's "In the Army Now" & "Jury Duty" • Movie "Bio Dome" • MTV "Totally Pauly" • TBS reality series "Minding the Store" • HBO's "Entourage" Rated R (Mild) Thu Aug […]
Pauly Shore comes to Goodnight's from Thursday, August 11 - Saturday, August 13 • Movie's "Encino Man" & "Son-In-Law" • Movie's "In the Army Now" & "Jury Duty" • Movie "Bio Dome" • MTV "Totally Pauly" • TBS reality series "Minding the Store" • HBO's "Entourage" Rated R (Mild) Thu […]
Gently Used. Greatly Reduced. If it's for infants thru school age, we've got it! Infant, Children's & Maternity clothing, toys for all ages, books, games, videos, bikes, bedding, shoes, equipment (strollers, swings, cribs, highchairs, carseats,etc.) and MUCH MORE! Join us for one of TMOTT's best events of the year! Sponsored by Triangle […]
On Saturday, August 13th, visit the Raleigh City Museum for a free program about North Carolina’s original inhabitants! Travel over 200 years into the past to understand the lives of the native Catawba and see how their culture and other native cultures have transformed into what they are today. Join us anytime from 1-4pm to […]
Raleigh is home to some of the most dynamic restaurants in the country. Known for effortlessly blending modern architecture with historic buildings and monuments, Raleigh showcases fine dining and eclectic eateries. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, you'll enjoy the opportunity to talk with chefs and owners who are serving innovative ethnic and […]
Over 100 vendors featuring Lionel, K-Line, MTH, American Flyer, "N", "HO", "O", "S". and "G" gauge trains, accessories, track, switches and hard to find parts. Hands-on layouts and train races for the children. Minor on-site repairs. Auction at 1 p.m. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. General admission is […]
The ultimate wedding one-stop shopping with fun, food and fashion previews every hour with over 200 companies displaying their products and services. Admission: $10 per person at the door / $8.00 advance purchase. Website: www.foreverbridal.net
Vinos Finos y Picadas hosts a weekly wine tasting every Tuesday. Held from 5:30–7:00pm, these events are fun, full of information, and FREE! Each tasting features four different wines that may highlight a winemaker (Graffigna, Michel Torino, Luca, Catena, etc.) or may compare different varietals such as Malbec, Cabernet or Merlot. All attendees receive 10% […]
The Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market is a center for community gathering. Each week the Farmers Market community booth features a local nonprofit providing education about sustainability, agriculture, community, and gardening. In addition to the regular market activities, including live music weekly, the Farmers Market has several special events throughout the season to showcase […]
North Carolina's largest boat CLEARANCE SALE - over 25 dealers in one place with prices slashed. Show Hours: Friday 12 noon til 8 pm, Saturday 10 am til 7 pm and Sunday 11 am til 5 pm. Admission: Adults $6.00; Children ages 12 and under admitted free. Visit the website for […]
Classics at the Capital is the largest outdoor classic car show in the Southeast. 50,000 cars are expected. The show features classic cars and parts vendors from all eras. August 19 - 21, 2011 Friday noon to 10 pm Saturday 9 am - 6 pm Sunday 9 am - 4 pm Website: www.classicsatthecapital.com. […]
Classics at the Capital is the largest outdoor classic car show in the Southeast. 50,000 cars are expected. The show features classic cars and parts vendors from all eras. August 19 - 21, 2011 Friday noon to 10 pm Saturday 9 am - 6 pm Sunday 9 am - 4 pm […]
Vintage Motorcycle show and swap meet for motorcycles built before 1990 - road and off-road vehicles. General Admission: $5 ages 12 and up Website: www.ewcswapmeet.com ewcswapmeet@gmail.com 919-868-8717
On Saturday, August 20th, visit the Raleigh City Museum for a free program about the Civil War experience on the home front in Raleigh. Costumed living historians will be present from 1-4pm to represent the good times and the bad times of the Confederate home front from 1861-1865. Military re-enactors will also be present to […]
Raleigh is home to some of the most dynamic restaurants in the country. Known for effortlessly blending modern architecture with historic buildings and monuments, Raleigh showcases fine dining and eclectic eateries. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, you'll enjoy the opportunity to talk with chefs and owners who are serving innovative ethnic and […]
Classics at the Capital is the largest outdoor classic car show in the Southeast. 50,000 cars are expected. The show features classic cars and parts vendors from all eras. August 19 - 21, 2011 Friday noon to 10 pm Saturday 9 am - 6 pm Sunday 9 am - 4 pm […]
Vintage Motorcycle show and swap meet for motorcycles built before 1990 - road and off-road vehicles. General Admission: $5 ages 12 and up Website: www.ewcswapmeet.com ewcswapmeet@gmail.com 919-868-8717
Downtown Raleigh Restaurant Week showcases the culinary talent in the heart of Raleigh and runs from August 22-28. Participating restaurants will offer three-course prix fixe dinners for either $20 or $30. Some restaurants will also offer three-course beer or wine pairings for an additional $10. Reservations are strongly recommended. Participating Restaurants […]
Vinos Finos y Picadas hosts a weekly wine tasting every Tuesday. Held from 5:30–7:00pm, these events are fun, full of information, and FREE! Each tasting features four different wines that may highlight a winemaker (Graffigna, Michel Torino, Luca, Catena, etc.) or may compare different varietals such as Malbec, Cabernet or Merlot. All attendees receive 10% […]
The Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market is a center for community gathering. Each week the Farmers Market community booth features a local nonprofit providing education about sustainability, agriculture, community, and gardening. In addition to the regular market activities, including live music weekly, the Farmers Market has several special events throughout the season to showcase […]
The Tar River Running Company invites you to the inaugural running of the Raleigh 8000 presented by the Sawmill Tap Room. At 7:30 am on August 27, 2011 we will race to raise money and awareness for the Wake County Autism Society. The temperatures rise in the summer, but that does not mean […]
Holistic living expo - health, wellness and metaphysical booths and lectures. Come explore over 100 exhibitor booths and 70 free lectures. Hours are Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend Admission covers both days - $12 for adults and children under age 10 are admitted […]
Raleigh is home to some of the most dynamic restaurants in the country. Known for effortlessly blending modern architecture with historic buildings and monuments, Raleigh showcases fine dining and eclectic eateries. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, you'll enjoy the opportunity to talk with chefs and owners who are serving innovative ethnic and […]
Holistic living expo - health, wellness and metaphysical booths and lectures. Come explore over 100 exhibitor booths and 70 free lectures. Hours are Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend Admission covers both days - $12 for adults and children under age 10 are admitted […]
Vinos Finos y Picadas hosts a weekly wine tasting every Tuesday. Held from 5:30–7:00pm, these events are fun, full of information, and FREE! Each tasting features four different wines that may highlight a winemaker (Graffigna, Michel Torino, Luca, Catena, etc.) or may compare different varietals such as Malbec, Cabernet or Merlot. All attendees receive 10% […]
The Raleigh Downtown Farmers Market is a center for community gathering. Each week the Farmers Market community booth features a local nonprofit providing education about sustainability, agriculture, community, and gardening. In addition to the regular market activities, including live music weekly, the Farmers Market has several special events throughout the season to showcase […]
Carolina Rollergirls brings back the fierce competition of flat-track roller derby in their 2011 season with a Double-header event, and this year at a new and earlier time!. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. - Game 1 Opener starts at 3:00 pm with the Tai-Chi Tahs going head to head in a continuation rivalry […]