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7/31
JoCo Block Party
Johnston County’s first-ever block party brings food, fun, history and agriculture to Smithfield—a perfect taste of JoCo for locals and newcomers alike. johnstoncountync.org
7/31
NC Courage vs. Orlando Pride
Lion vs. lioness—and we all know girls run the world (and the field). nccourage.com
7/31
Mera Brothers Oyster Pop-Up
The world’s your oyster as the coast comes to Sir Walter Coffee in part two of the three part Summer Oyster Pop-Up Series. Expect fresh oysters, expertly crafted cocktails and laid-back summer vibes. eventbrite.com
7/31
Passion Pit
Passion is a no-brainer. The Pretty Penny Tour has Raleigh feelin’ lucky times five, decorating the night with synthy nostalgia and indie-pop chaos—Sleepyhead singalong expected. ritzraleigh.com
7/31–8/1
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival
Sounds like a Southern ~flavor~ dream. Devour different smoked beasts and all-you-can-taste drinks—and if you need more B’s: there’s also boots, bluegrass, biscuits and (a) blast. boothamphitheatre.com
8/1
The Annelle Staal Trio
Jam + juice. Annelle Staal’s fanciful stage presence meets Watts & Ward’s new Tiki-inspired cocktail menu rollout. @annellestaal
8/1
Charley’s K-9 Rescue Adoption Event
Find your new best friend 🤝 save bully breed dogs from overcrowded shelters and euthanasia. wolfeandporter.com
8/1
The Left Hook Circus
The circus is in town—and Left Hook Coffee’s new location is finally opening their doors. Get in on the festivities feat. local vendors/artists/makers, live music, food, live screen printing, “circus” activities and wrestling. @the_lefthook
8/2
First Sunday Potluck
It’s tea time at Wolfe & Porter. Gather ’round for finger sandwiches, scones, cakes, pastries, biscuits and tea cups. wolfeandporter.com
8/2
Mori no Karasu
Inspired by a recent trip to Japan, local chef Caleb Vasquez’s (previously of Stanbury and Longleaf Swine) pop-up dinner at Boatman features izakaya-inspired dishes showcasing such ingredients as candied shiitake, wild ramp scotch egg and butter mochi. resy.com
8/2
Red Sauce Dinner
Get crazy: It’s red sauce time. Chef Michael DeCicco and Conor Delaney are taking over for one night and one night only to serve a four-course Italian American dinner feat. antipasto. calamari, shrimp scampi, cannolis, and lots of red sauce—natch. @brodetorestaurant
8/3–8
Peach Week
Something juicy is going down at Residence Inn in DTR. … In celebration of the popular summer fruit, Oma’s Café + Wine Bar, Overlook, and 10th & Terrace are dishing out seasonal creations feat. NC peaches. 10thandterrace.com
8/4
Deep Purple
The ’70s rock dream comes to life via the pioneers of heavy metal and modern hard rock riffing it out at Red Hat with special guests Kansas and Jefferson Starship. redhatamphitheater.com
8/5
Industry Night
Raise a glass in honor of Raleigh’s hospitality industry at The Willard. Whether you work in F&B or just enjoy it, all are invited to sip, snack and mingle while soaking up skyline views. thewillardraleigh.com
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