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Twenty One Pilots is an American musical duo that originates from Columbus, Ohio. The band was formed in 2009 and consists of Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun. Twenty One Pilots will be hitting the road in 2016 for a massive North American Tour. The band will parlay the success of their new album, Blurryface, into […]
Reggaefest is happening at Bahama Breeze this summer, which means awesome bands, cocktails and fun will be present.
The Carolina Mudcats, proud affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, are celebrating with baseball,great food and AMAZING FIREWORKS daily July 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th . This is the 26th year of celebrating Independence day with Baseball and Fireworks at Five County Stadium. Ticket prices starting at just $10. For tickets , call 919-269-CATS or buy […]
The Raleigh Wine Shop hosts a free tasting every Saturday from 1 pm - 4 pm with a selection of 4-5 wines.
Experience a guided culinary journey of sight and taste that spans all 5 downtown districts to sample a cross-section of some of Raleigh’s unique local restaurant venues, blended together with some forgotten historical tidbits that leaves you full of new insights on the downtown culinary landscape. On the tour, we'll be walking and using the […]
The Joel Lane Museum House, “The Birthplace of Raleigh,” will sponsor its 25th annual Independence Day Open House on Monday, July 4, 2016 from 11:00 am to 4 p.m. Admission is free, and donations are requested. Colonel Lane was a founding father of North Carolina’s capital city and an officer in the Wake County militia […]
Event: Carolina RailHawks’ Pig Pickin’ Where: WakeMed Soccer Park, 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC 27511 When: July 9, 2016 Time: 6:00 p.m. Returning to WakeMed Soccer Park prior to their match on July 9 is the fifth annual, Pig Pickin’ and “Boss of the Sauce” contest. The fan favorite event will take place at […]
Event: Carolina RailHawks vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies Where: WakeMed Soccer Park, 201 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC 27511 When: July 9, 2016 Time: 7:30 p.m. Pack WakeMed Soccer Park on Saturday, July 9th for an exciting match as the Carolina RailHawks take on the Tampa Bay Rowdies. The talented RailHawks have had an exciting […]
The Carolina RailHawks will play host to 3-time FA Cup Champion West Ham United F.C. in a marquee exhibition game. In addition to witnessing North Carolina’s best professional soccer team play, fans can expect to enjoy the competition of an international club who has been contending at a top level of English soccer since 1900. […]
Ashton Woods, an award winning, private homebuilder, is excited to host tours of its state-of-the-art design studio on July 14th from 5-7:30pm. The studio features thousands of ways to personalize your new home with the assistance of our talented design professionals. Come check out the latest in home designs and grab a token, good for […]
Join Lafayette Village Saturday, July 16th, 2016 for a celebration of French liberty and culture. From 11 am to 4 pm, enjoy French-inspired music, aerial dancing, Stilt walking, Mimes, and magicians, throughout the Village. Also be on the look out for princesses from Enchanted Wishes! Visit our many shops and restaurants for French-themed promotions, food […]
Kids Exchange Consignment Sale at the State Fairgrounds - Graham Building & Exposition Center
Like new clothes, toys and other children's items offered at discounted prices. Most items will be sold at about one third their original value.
The Carolina RailHawks will continue to make their 2016 championship push as they play host to Miami FC in a marquee exhibition game on July 22.
All craft beer lovers are welcome to come enjoy a summer party in the NeighBREWHood on Saturday, July 23rd from Noon-Midnight at Raleigh Brewing! AND of course we will be releasing our bluegrass seasonal DEAR OL' DIXIE PALE ALE! Get it at the NeighBREWhood Party weeks before it hits taps in Raleigh!
The Destination Dix community festival is a free, family-friendly event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, July 23 at Dix Park. It will mark the one-year anniversary of the sale of the Dorothea Dix campus by the State of North Carolina to the City of Raleigh. Performance Schedule OAK STAGE 10:30am […]
SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2016 | 6:30 PM MOVIE STARTS AT 9 PM MUSEUM PARK The NCMA’s very own version of Lebowski Fest celebrates the Dude, the laziest man in L.A. County. Visit the food truck roundup and sip White Russians as you listen to Creedence and engage in other Dudeist traditions. The Big Lebowski (1999) […]
Pickin' In The Plaza is a summer concert series located in City Plaza (on Fayetteville Street) in beautiful downtown Raleigh. Admission is free to the public and the events take place from 5pm to 10:30pm on Thursdays, beginning after Memorial Day and ending before Labor Day.
The Raleigh Typhoon scavenger hunt and urban adventure returns July 30!
The Big Boss Brewing Run Club meets every Tuesday until October 25. Follow this page for all news and updates: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bigbossrunclub/?fref=ts
Join Crank Arm Brewing every Wednesday for a no drop group ride. Meet at Crank Arm at 6pm. Depart between 6:30 and 7 pm. Rides are typically 10-15 miles. Check the Facebook Group for updates.
Oak City 7 is a summer concert series located in City Plaza (on Fayetteville Street) in beautiful downtown Raleigh. Admission is free to the public and the events take place from 5pm to 10:30pm on Thursdays, beginning the Thursday after Memorial Day and ending the Thursday before Labor Day.
Every Thursday, The Pour House hosts Local Beer / Local Band night, where you will find a great band from the Triangle along with draft specials on North Carolina beer.
The Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival will be held on August 5 & 6, 2016 at Cary's Booth Amphitheatre. Friday Night Whole Hog Pig Pickin' August 5th 6pm-10pm Saturday VIP Session August 6th Noon - 6pm Saturday Regular Session August 6th 2pm - 6pm Click here for tickets. What Is All the Excitement About… THIS […]
Moonshine. NASCAR. Junior Johnson. The three were inseparable after Esquire magazine published “The Last American Hero Is Junior Johnson. Yes!” in 1965. Meet the legendary driver, watch a documentary short (not rated; run time: 19 min.) and a feature-length film, The Last American Hero (PG-L,S; run time: 95 min.), starring Jeff Bridges and filmed in North Carolina.
Circa 1888 features jazz music every First Friday. Each show starts at 8:30 pm and is free of charge.
Beer, Bands and Bikes! This year sales from the event are going to support a new water well for a community in Central Africa through our non profit partner Water for Good. Help Cranks Arm Brewing hit that goal! http://donate.waterforgood.org/crankarmparty ...rare beers, live music, food trucks and More! Scheduled Musical Acts! 1-2 Down By Five 2:20-3:20 […]