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  1. Triangle Weekend Event Guide: Things to Do September 4–6, 2026

    The first weekend of September brings festivals, outdoor movies, live music, markets, family activities and plenty of free things to do across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill and the surrounding Triangle.

    Weekend highlights include the African American Cultural Festival in downtown Raleigh, First Friday celebrations, Cary Public Safety Day, the Black Farmers’ Market, outdoor concerts and several community markets. Use this DoRaleigh Weekend Event Guide to start planning your September 4–6 adventures.

    Friday, September 4, 2026

    Kick off the weekend with First Friday festivities, free tastings, outdoor movies, concerts and community gatherings throughout the Triangle.

    • Hardee’s 66-Cent Sausage Biscuit: Participating Hardee’s locations | $0.66
    • Tasting at Ten: 10 a.m. | Counter Culture Coffee Headquarters and Training Center, Durham | Free
    • Free Wine Tastings: 4:30–6:30 p.m. | Bottle Theory, Apex | Free
    • First Friday Market & Movie: “Remember the Titans”: 5–9 p.m. | Moore Square, Raleigh | Free
    • Friday Night Tasting Party: 5–7 p.m. | Weaver Street Market Raleigh | Free
    • Fridays on the Front Porch: 5–8 p.m. | Carolina Inn, Chapel Hill | Free
    • First Friday in Downtown Fuquay-Varina: 5–9 p.m. | Downtown Fuquay-Varina | Free
    • Artspace First Friday: 5–10 p.m. | Artspace, Raleigh | Free
    • One Tribe Drum Circle: 5:30–7 p.m. | Stone Houses at Dix Park, Raleigh | Free
    • Wine Tasting with Jac Brown and Tryon Distributing: 5:30–7 p.m. | Taylor’s Wine Shop | Free
    • Bands, Bites and Boats featuring My Cousin Skinny: 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Fred G. Bond Metro Park, Cary | Free
    • First Friday with Live Music, Vendors and Food Trucks: 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Oak City Brewing Company, Knightdale | Free
    • Live Music in the Beer Garden featuring Ian McMahan: 6–8 p.m. | The Glass Jug Beer Lab, RTP | Free
    • First Friday at Eno Arts Mill: 6–9 p.m. | Eno Arts Mill, Hillsborough | Free
    • First Friday with Little Raleigh Radio featuring The Veldt: 6–9 p.m. | City of Raleigh Museum | Free
    • Movie Night: “Hamilton”: 6–10 p.m. | Downtown Cary Park | Free
    • PLAYlist Concert Series featuring Africa Unplugged: 6 p.m. | Durham Central Park | Free
    • First Friday Gallery Walk: 6–9 p.m. | Various Raleigh locations | Free
    • Live Music: 6–9 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh | Free
    • Front Porch Friday: 6–10 p.m. | Haven Farm, Knightdale | Free
    • First Friday Cemetery Tour: 6 p.m. | Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh | $10
    • Plant Bingo: 6:30 p.m. | Oaklyn Springs Brewery, Fuquay-Varina | $5
    • Raleigh International Folk Dancers: 6:30–10 p.m. | Glen Eden Pilot Park, Raleigh | Free
    • First Friday Block Party: 7–11 p.m. | The Raleigh Times Bar | Free
    • Karaoke Bingo Night: 7–11:55 p.m. | KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary | Free
    • Movie Night: 7 p.m. | Raleigh Brewing, Raleigh | Free
    • Michael Blakey Live: 8–10 p.m. | Sonark Farms, Hillsborough | Pay what you choose
    • Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic: 8–11 p.m. | Durty Bull Brewing Company, Durham | Free
    • Pub Karaoke: 10–11:59 p.m. | West 94th Street Pub, Durham | Free


    Saturday, September 5, 2026

    Saturday’s schedule features the African American Cultural Festival, farmers’ markets, historic tours, family workshops, live music and cultural experiences.

    Saturday Morning Events

    • Museums on Us at Marbles Kids Museum: All day | Marbles Kids Museum, Raleigh | Free for eligible Bank of America customers and employees
    • Hardee’s 66-Cent Sausage Biscuit: Participating Hardee’s locations | $0.66
    • Carrboro Cookout: 7 a.m.–noon | Carrboro Farmers’ Market | Free
    • Cars and Coffee Morrisville: 8–11 a.m. | Imperial Center, Durham | Free
    • Visit Cow Sanctuary: 8 a.m.–noon | Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, Chapel Hill | $0–$25
    • Durham Craft Market: 8 a.m.–noon | Durham Central Park | Free
    • Home Depot Kids Workshop—School Bus Organizer: 9 a.m.–noon | The Home Depot, multiple locations | Free
    • Old-Fashioned Farmers’ Days: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park, Siler City | $5
    • The Raleigh Market: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | N.C. State Fairgrounds, Raleigh | Free
    • Free Pickleball Class: 10–11:30 a.m. | NetSports, Morrisville | Free
    • Youth Aviation Academy Program: 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | John Chavis Memorial Park, Raleigh | $10; registration required
    • Black History Walking Tour: 10–11 a.m. | Pope House, Raleigh | $6–$10
    • Saturday Slowdown Market and Open Farm Day: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. | RambleRill Farm, Hillsborough | Free
    • Open Farm: 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Sunrise Community Farm Center, Chapel Hill | $8

    Saturday Afternoon Events

    • Cary Public Safety Day: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Downtown Cary | Free
    • African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County: 11 a.m.–10 p.m. | Fayetteville Street, downtown Raleigh | Free
    • Historic Raleigh Trolley Tours: 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Mordecai Historic Park, Raleigh | $6–$10; four departure times
    • Guided Tours of the N.C. State Capitol: 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. | North Carolina State Capitol, Raleigh | Free
    • The Market at NCMA: 11 a.m.–4 p.m. | North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh | Free
    • Field and Factory Tour: 11:15 a.m. | Duke Homestead, Durham | Free
    • Labor of Love Adoption Event: Noon–2 p.m. | Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh | Free
    • Come Out and Play Sculpture Show: Noon–7 p.m. | JimGin Farm | Free
    • Mahjong 101: 1 p.m. | The Chapel at Dix Park, Raleigh | Free
    • Carrboro Really Really Free Market: 2–4 p.m. | Carrboro Town Commons | Free
    • Field and Factory Tour: 2:15 p.m. | Duke Homestead, Durham | Free
    • Labor of Love Fest—Day Party and Concert: 4–9 p.m. | Black Wall Street, Durham | $10

    Saturday Evening Events

    • Live Music: 5–8 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh | Free
    • Live Music Saturdays: 5–8 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works, Durham | Free
    • Backroads Live: 6–9 p.m. | Durham Beer Garden | Free
    • Live Music: 6–9 p.m. | Fortnight Brewing, Wake Forest | Free
    • Live Music: 6:30–9 p.m. | Southern Peak Brewery, Apex | Free
    • Live Music: 7 p.m. | Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell | Free
    • Karaoke: 7–10 p.m. | Crank Arm Brewing, Durham | Free
    • Fall Film Series: “Zootopia 2”: 7:30 p.m. | Durham Central Park | Free
    • The Dan Davis Group Live: 8–10 p.m. | Sonark Farms, Hillsborough | Pay what you choose
    • Open Mic and Karaoke Night: 8–11 p.m. | Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh | Free


    Sunday, September 6, 2026

    Close out the weekend with brunch music, cultural markets, yoga, open mics and outdoor concerts across the Triangle.

    Sunday Morning and Afternoon Events

    • Museums on Us at Marbles Kids Museum: All day | Marbles Kids Museum, Raleigh | Free for eligible Bank of America customers and employees
    • Hardee’s 66-Cent Sausage Biscuit: Participating Hardee’s locations | $0.66
    • Visit Cow Sanctuary: 8 a.m.–noon | Brajboro Cow Sanctuary, Chapel Hill | $0–$25
    • The Raleigh Market: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | N.C. State Fairgrounds, Raleigh | Free
    • African American Cultural Festival of Raleigh and Wake County: 10 a.m.–10 p.m. | Fayetteville Street, downtown Raleigh | Free
    • Sunday Morning Yoga: 10–11 a.m. | Compass Rose Brewery, Raleigh | Free
    • Pop-Up ARTernative Market: 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Chapel of Bones Coffee, Raleigh | Free
    • Sunday Brunch Music: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Weaver Street Market, Carrboro | Free
    • Cary Underground Market—Bands and Vendors: Noon–4 p.m. | Bond Brothers Beer Company, Cary | Free
    • Morgan Street Sessions: Noon–4 p.m. | Morgan Street Food Hall & Market, Raleigh | Free
    • Pages and Pints with Finn and Ollie: 1–5 p.m. | Bearded Bee Brewing Company, Wendell | Free
    • Kanikapila Ukulele Meetup: 1–3 p.m. | KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary | Free
    • Open Play American Mahjong: 1–3:30 p.m. | Hops & Flower, Durham | Free
    • Black Farmers’ Market: 1–4 p.m. | Durham Technical Community College, main campus | Free
    • Free Air Hockey Tournament: 1 p.m. | Super Rad Retro Lounge Arcade Bar, Raleigh | Free
    • Open Mic: 2–5 p.m. | Oaklyn Springs Brewery, Fuquay-Varina | Free
    • Open Mic Night: 3–6 p.m. | Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh | Free

    Sunday Evening Events

    • Salsa in the Garden with DJ Synko: 4–7 p.m. | Durham Beer Garden | Free
    • Beats & Bars Music Trivia: 4–9 p.m. | The Durham Hotel | Free
    • Bluegrass Open Jam: 4–7 p.m. | Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary | Free
    • Wake Forest Unplugged: 5–7 p.m. | E. Carroll Joyner Park, Wake Forest | Free
    • Concerts in the Park featuring ACE Party Band: 5:30 p.m. | E. Carroll Joyner Park, Wake Forest | Free
    • Sunday Garner Community Drum Circle: 7–8:30 p.m. | Lake Benson Park, Garner | Free
    • Sundays at Sundown Live Music: 7–9 p.m. | Southern Village, Chapel Hill | Free

    Plan Your Triangle Weekend

    Whether you are looking for a family-friendly festival, a free outdoor movie, live music, a farmers’ market or an evening out with friends, the Triangle offers plenty of choices this weekend.

    Admission prices, schedules and event details may change. Check with the event organizer or venue before traveling, especially when advance registration may be required.

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  2. The Triangle Event Guide For Monday August 31 2026

    Looking for something fun to do in the Triangle this Monday? The final day of August brings a full schedule of free events across Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Apex and Carrboro.

    Monday’s lineup includes live comedy, karaoke, open mic performances, board games, air hockey, silent reading and a creative vinyl-coloring night. Here is the DoRaleigh Triangle Event Guide for Monday, August 31, 2026.

    Coloring Vinyl Night in Cary

    Time: 2–9 p.m.
    Location: KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary
    Admission: Free

    Start the week with a creative afternoon and evening at KōMANA Brewing Company. Coloring Vinyl Night offers guests an opportunity to relax, socialize and create something colorful while enjoying the Cary brewery’s atmosphere.

    Silent Reading Club in Downtown Durham

    Time: 6–8 p.m.
    Location: The Glass Jug Downtown Durham Taproom
    Admission: Free

    Book lovers can bring their current read to the Silent Reading Club at The Glass Jug. The free gathering offers a comfortable alternative to the traditional book club, allowing participants to read independently while enjoying a shared social setting.

    Board Game Night in Apex

    Time: 6–9 p.m.
    Location: Bottle Theory, Apex
    Admission: Free

    Bottle Theory hosts a free Board Game Night for players looking to test their skills, learn a new game or meet other gaming enthusiasts. Participants can bring friends or join a table after arriving.

    Open Mic Night at Steel String Brewery

    Time: 6–11 p.m.
    Location: Steel String Brewery, Carrboro
    Admission: Free

    Carrboro performers can take the stage during Open Mic Night at Steel String Brewery. The evening provides a welcoming platform for musicians, singers, poets and other local artists.

    Early Karaoke at The Northside District

    Time: 6 p.m.
    Location: The Northside District
    Admission: Free

    There is no need to wait until late at night to grab the microphone. Early Karaoke at The Northside District gives singers a chance to perform their favorite songs beginning at 6 p.m.

    Cosmic Chuckles Comedy Show in Raleigh

    Time: 7–9 p.m.
    Location: Flying Saucer Raleigh
    Admission: Free

    Cosmic Chuckles returns to Flying Saucer Raleigh with a free weekly comedy show featuring local and regional performers. It is an easy Monday-night option for anyone looking to enjoy stand-up comedy in downtown Raleigh.

    Game Night at Crank Arm Brewing

    Time: 7–9 p.m.
    Location: Crank Arm Brewing Company, Raleigh
    Admission: Free

    Crank Arm Brewing Company invites guests to enjoy a free Game Night in Raleigh’s Warehouse District. Bring a group or meet other players while exploring a selection of games.

    Open Mic Night at KōMANA Brewing Company

    Time: 7–10 p.m.
    Location: KōMANA Brewing Company, Cary
    Admission: Free

    After Coloring Vinyl Night, KōMANA Brewing Company continues its Monday schedule with an evening open mic. Local performers and supporters can gather for three hours of live entertainment.

    Carrboro Open Mic at Speakeasy

    Time: 7:30 p.m.
    Location: Speakeasy, Carrboro
    Admission: Free

    Speakeasy hosts another opportunity for Triangle performers to share their talents. The Carrboro Open Mic begins at 7:30 p.m. and is free to attend.

    Air Hockey Tournament at Boxcar Raleigh

    Time: 8–10 p.m.
    Location: Boxcar Bar and Arcade, Raleigh
    Admission: Free

    End Monday with some friendly competition at Boxcar Bar and Arcade. The free Air Hockey Tournament gives players a chance to compete inside one of downtown Raleigh’s popular arcade destinations.

    Plan Your Monday Night in the Triangle

    With all 10 events offering free admission, Monday is a great opportunity to explore a new Triangle venue without stretching the entertainment budget.

    Event schedules and participation requirements may change. Guests should confirm the latest information directly with the venue before traveling.

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  3. Weekend Events in Towns Around Raleigh August 28–30th Edition

    Looking for things to do outside Raleigh this weekend? Communities across Wake County are offering outdoor concerts, night markets, comedy, community celebrations, live music and family-friendly activities from Friday, August 28, through Sunday, August 30, 2026.

    This DoRaleigh guide highlights weekend events in Cary, Apex, Knightdale, Holly Springs, Wake Forest, Fuquay-Varina and Garner.

    Friday, August 28

    Cary Night Market

    Time: 5–9 p.m.
    Location: Downtown Cary Park
    Admission: Free

    Browse local vendors, handmade products and community displays during the Cary Night Market. Visitors can stay downtown for the One Tribe Final Friday Drum Circle from 7–8:30 p.m. and Discover Dance: Swing Session from 7:30–9:30 p.m. View the Downtown Cary Park calendar⁠.

    Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms with Spin Doctors

    Time: 6 p.m.
    Location: Cary

    Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms bring a night of ’90s rock favorites to Cary with special guest Spin Doctors. The concert is one of the weekend’s biggest live-music events.

    Comedy Show: Kiki Wynns, Jim Payne and E-Man

    Time: 8 p.m.
    Location: Cary

    Kiki Wynns, Jim Payne and E-Man take the stage for a Friday-night comedy show. The performance offers another entertainment option following Cary’s concerts, markets and downtown activities.

    Neon Nights Silent Disco

    Time: 6–8 p.m.
    Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center, Apex
    Admission: $10–$25

    Participants can choose their music channel, put on wireless headphones and dance during Apex’s Neon Nights Silent Disco. The event combines music, colorful lighting and an interactive dance-floor experience. View the Apex event calendar⁠.

    Front Porch Friday at Haven Farm

    Time: 6–8 p.m.
    Location: Haven Farm Venue & Shoppe, 8521 Buffaloe Road, Knightdale
    Admission: Free

    Haven Farm’s Front Porch Friday provides a relaxed setting for neighbors to gather and enjoy an evening in Knightdale. View the Haven Farm event listing⁠.

    Saturday, August 29

    150th-Themed Holly Springs Farmers Market

    Time: 8 a.m.–noon
    Location: 300 W. Ballentine Street, Holly Springs

    Holly Springs continues its 150th-anniversary celebration with a special farmers market featuring local vendors and commemorative activities. The event also marks the final day of Savor Holly Springs: Downtown Restaurant Week, featuring specials from participating downtown businesses. See the Holly Springs anniversary event details⁠.

    WCPSS Football in Cary

    Local high school football returns Saturday with Wake County Public School System games in the Cary area. Fans should check with participating schools for matchups, stadium locations, kickoff times and ticket requirements.

    Tuxedo at the Pool

    Time: Noon–11 p.m.
    Location: Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest
    Admission: Free; ages 21 and older

    Blackbird Brewery invites guests to dress up while cooling down during its playfully themed Tuxedo at the Pool party. The event includes a DJ set and live music from the Peak City Band. See Blackbird Brewery’s event information⁠.

    WAR Live in Cary

    Time: 7 p.m.
    Location: Cary

    Legendary funk, rock and soul group WAR brings its familiar catalog of hits to Cary on Saturday evening. The performance joins a busy weekend of major concerts in the town.

    Rhythm & Reels: Ol’ Joey Scrums

    Time: 7–9 p.m.
    Location: Nature Park Amphitheatre, Apex

    Ol’ Joey Scrums performs during the final August installment of Apex’s Rhythm & Reels series. Guests can bring blankets or lawn chairs for an evening of outdoor entertainment. View the official Apex listing⁠.

    Deep 6 Pearl Jam Tribute Band

    Time: 7 p.m.
    Location: The Mason Jar Lager Company, 341 E. Broad Street, Fuquay-Varina
    Admission: Free

    Deep 6 brings the music of Pearl Jam and the Seattle grunge era to Fuquay-Varina for a free Saturday-night concert. See the event listing⁠.

    Live Music Saturdays

    Time: 7–10 p.m.
    Location: Bombshell Beer Company, Holly Springs
    Admission: Free

    Saturday evening entertainment continues in Holly Springs with free live music at Bombshell Beer Company.

    Sunday, August 30

    Open Mic at Oaklyn Springs Brewery

    Time: 2–5 p.m.
    Location: Oaklyn Springs Brewery, Fuquay-Varina
    Admission: Free

    Local musicians and performers can take the microphone during this relaxed Sunday-afternoon gathering in Fuquay-Varina.

    Beerded Lady Book Club

    Time: 2–4 p.m.
    Location: The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner
    Admission: Free

    Readers can spend Sunday afternoon discussing books and connecting with other community members at this free Garner book club gathering.

    Bluegrass Open Jam

    Time: 4–7 p.m.
    Location: Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary
    Admission: Free

    Musicians and bluegrass fans can enjoy an informal Sunday jam session at Bond Brothers Eastside.

    Garner Community Drum Circle

    Time: 7–8:30 p.m.
    Location: Lake Benson Park, Garner
    Admission: Free

    The weekend concludes with the Garner Community Drum Circle at Lake Benson Park. Participants can bring a drum or percussion instrument and join the rhythm, while spectators are also welcome. See the Garner drum circle details⁠.

    Plan a Weekend Outside Raleigh

    From Cary’s major concerts and downtown market to Apex’s outdoor entertainment, Holly Springs’ anniversary celebration and community gatherings in Garner, Knightdale, Wake Forest and Fuquay-Varina, there are plenty of reasons to explore the towns surrounding Raleigh.

    Schedules, prices and admission policies can change. Attendees should confirm the latest details with each organizer or venue before traveling.

    Follow DoRaleigh.com for events, local news and community guides covering Raleigh and the surrounding Triangle.

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  4. Triangle Event Guide – Best Things to Do Around Raleigh, Durham, Cary & Beyond on Thursday, July 9, 2026

    Looking for the best things to do in the Triangle on Thursday, July 9, 2026? Whether you’re searching for free family activities, live music, outdoor movies, trivia, fitness events, or nightlife, there’s something happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Garner, Wake Forest, Hillsborough, Mebane, Pittsboro, and Carrboro.

    From Touch-a-Truck at Fenton and a free outdoor movie at Pullen Park to beer gardens, jazz, karaoke, board games, and live performances, here’s your complete DoRaleigh.com Triangle Event Guide.

    Family-Friendly Events

    Little Fentonians – Touch-a-Truck

    🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    📍 Fenton, Cary
    💲 FREE

    Kids can climb aboard construction vehicles, emergency response trucks, and other big rigs during this interactive Touch-a-Truck event.

    Stroll Through History: Historic Oakwood Cemetery Tour

    🕙 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    📍 Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh
    💲 FREE

    Take a guided walking tour through one of Raleigh’s most historic landmarks and learn about notable residents and local history.

    Free Kids’ Movie: Sing

    🕙 10:00 AM
    📍 Triangle Cinemas @ Six Forks
    💲 FREE

    Enjoy a free family movie morning featuring the animated favorite Sing.

    Outdoor Movie at Pullen Park: National Treasure

    🕖 7:00 PM
    📍 Pullen Park, Raleigh
    💲 FREE

    Bring blankets and lawn chairs for a free outdoor screening under the stars.

    Community Events

    Parktown Food Hub Open Distribution Day

    🕟 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    📍 Parktown Food Hub, Durham
    💲 FREE

    Community food distribution supporting local families.

    Storytelling Open Mic

    🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    📍 Common Market, Durham
    💲 FREE

    Share your stories or simply enjoy an evening of local storytelling and creativity.

    Live Music & Entertainment

    Durham Beer and Banjos

    🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    📍 Old Mill Farm, Durham
    💲 FREE

    Relax with live bluegrass music, local beer, and a beautiful outdoor setting.

    Midtown Beach Music Series

    🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    📍 Midtown Park, Raleigh
    💲 $8.73

    Dance the evening away with beach music favorites in North Hills.

    Vinyl Nights

    🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    📍 Gizmo Brew Works, Durham
    💲 FREE

    Enjoy classic vinyl records, craft beer, and a laid-back atmosphere.

    Open Mic Night

    🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    📍 Steel String Brewery – Pluck Farm, Mebane
    💲 FREE

    Local musicians, poets, comedians, and performers take the stage.

    Live Music

    🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    📍 Blackbird Brewery, Wake Forest
    💲 FREE

    Enjoy live local music alongside craft beer.

    PineCone Old-Time Music Jam

    🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    📍 Riparian Provision Company, Raleigh
    💲 FREE

    Traditional North Carolina string music performed by local musicians.

    Live Music: Colton Davies, Ol’Joey Scrubs & The Boulevards

    🕗 8:00 PM
    📍 Slim’s, Raleigh
    💲 $5

    An affordable night of live local music downtown.

    Thursday Jazz

    🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew, Hillsborough
    💲 FREE

    Enjoy an evening of live jazz and handcrafted cocktails.

    Jazz: The Session

    🕗 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    📍 Bond Brothers Eastside, Cary
    💲 FREE

    Weekly live jazz featuring talented regional musicians.

    Trivia, Games & Social Events

    • Game Night — 6:00 PM–10:00 PM | FREE | The Beerded Lady Bottle Shop, Garner
    • Opinionation — 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | FREE | Gizmo Brew Works, Raleigh
    • Cake Art Night — 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | $8 | Ment Beverage Co., Durham
    • Music Bingo — 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | FREE | Fortnight Brewing, Cary
    • Public Domain Movie Night — 7:00 PM–10:00 PM | FREE | bmc brewing, Pittsboro
    • Board Game Night — 7:00 PM–11:00 PM | FREE | Moon Dog Meadery, Durham
    • Air Hockey Tournament — 8:00 PM–10:00 PM | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Durham
    • Skee Ball Tournament — 9:00 PM–11:00 PM | FREE | Boxcar Bar + Arcade, Raleigh
    • Karaoke Hosted by Empress — 9:00 PM | FREE | Speakeasy, Carrboro

    Fitness

    NC Run Club

    🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    📍 Bottle Theory, Apex
    💲 FREE

    Meet fellow runners for a fun community run followed by refreshments.

    Plan Your Thursday

    Whether you’re entertaining the kids with a free movie, exploring Raleigh history, enjoying live jazz, discovering local music, or competing in game night and arcade tournaments, Thursday is packed with affordable entertainment throughout the Triangle.

    Be sure to bookmark DoRaleigh.com and check back daily for the latest events happening across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Apex, Wake Forest, Garner, and surrounding communities.

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